A Movement Joint is simply ‘GAP’ in a structure or structural element to separate and accommodate movement.
The different types and sources of joint movement to be considered in buildings and civil engineering structures can include:
It is usually the case that Movement Joint Seals need to be able to accommodate a combination of movement types and directions , and in addition movement joint systems often need to provide a variety of other performance requirements that may include:
At CTL we offer a comprehensive service offering including specification advise, site surveys and a full installation service for a wide range of end uses and structures including:
Two 8 storey blocks of flats that are situated in Wythenshawe…
Construction Techniques were approached by a private self build client to look at the waterproofing design at a large domestic property in Blundellsands Merseyside.
The project involved the refurbishment of a multistorey office block occupied by Manchester City Council administration staff.
A store water overflow tank was constructed by pre-cast concrete rings sunk to a depth of 30m. The base slab was then cast out of reinforced concrete.
As part of the conversion of the old liberal club in Prenton to self-contained accommodation for autistic residence…
As part of the refurbishment of the historic old fire station, which is a listed building within the Unesco…
A vast building, holding a total of 19 printing presses, used to print the country’s leading newspapers and magazines.
As part of the William Brown Street Museum, Construction Techniques were called in to review multiple areas requiring a structural waterproofing system.
Wallasey Ambulance project consisted of a refurb of an ambulance station, where we were asked to complete a survey to…
Shortly before the 2006 Open Golf Championship at Hoylake, Network Rail were refurbishing the station and its associated structures.
