SpECcell Polyethylene 40
Closed cell polyethylene foam for expansion joints.
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is a high-performance closed cell polyethylene foam joint filler designed specifically for expansion joints in concrete, brickwork, and blockwork applications. Its compression qualities ensure minimal load transfer and excellent recovery after compression, making it suitable for various construction projects.
This versatile product is non-absorbent, rot-proof, and chemically resistant, providing reliable performance in diverse environments.
This versatile product is non-absorbent, rot-proof, and chemically resistant, providing reliable performance in diverse environments.
Technical Details
The typical uses of SpECcell Polyethylene 40 include:
- Structural expansion joints in concrete, brick and blockwork.
- Isolation joints to infill panels.
- As a back-up support for sealants.
- As a bond breaker for sealants over bituminous joint fillers.
- Anti-vibration pads for machinery bases.
The advantages of SpECcell Polyethylene 40 make it an ideal choice for various construction applications. Its design and material properties contribute to its exceptional performance:
- Non-absorbent, closed cell structure.
- Readily compressible, ensuring minimal load transfer.
- Rot-proof, providing long-lasting durability.
- Deformable, able to accept temperature cycles with minimal load transfer.
- Non-tainting, suitable for potable water applications.
- Excellent recovery after compression, maintaining integrity over time.
- Resilient, will not distort under normal load from wet concrete.
- Easily worked, can be cut with a knife for precise fitting.
- Bitumen free, making it suitable for use with elastomeric sealants.
- Chemical resistant, inert to most dilute acids and alkalis; resistant to oil and hydrocarbons.
The technical information for SpECcell Polyethylene 40 provides essential data regarding its physical properties and performance characteristics:
| Property | Value |
| Colour | White |
| Density | 40 kg/m³ |
| Water absorption by volume | <0.55% |
| Compressive strength | >0.15 N/mm² |
| Recovery at 50% comp. | >90% |
| Extrusion on 50% comp. | <6.6mm |
| Operating temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
| Fire effect | Will melt in fire; the rate of spread of flame is minimized when confined in a joint |
Application of SpECcell Polyethylene 40
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is a compressible joint filler utilized in various construction applications to form and fill expansion joints. Its versatility and performance make it suitable for both concrete and blockwork installations.
In Concrete:
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 can be placed against formwork on the concreting side prior to pouring the first section of concrete. It remains in place upon removal of the formwork, allowing subsequent pours to be cast directly against the board. Afterward, the board is cut back to create the sealing slot needed for joint sealing.
In Blockwork and Brickwork:
During the laying of brick or blockwork, SpECcell Polyethylene 40 should be installed so that a sealing slot of the required dimensions is formed. This ensures proper functionality during the curing process and enhances the integrity of the joints.
Additional Applications:
The product may also serve as a back-up support for sealants, as well as a bond breaker for sealants applied over bituminous joint fillers, further extending its usability across different construction scenarios.
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is a compressible joint filler utilized in various construction applications to form and fill expansion joints. Its versatility and performance make it suitable for both concrete and blockwork installations.
In Concrete:
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 can be placed against formwork on the concreting side prior to pouring the first section of concrete. It remains in place upon removal of the formwork, allowing subsequent pours to be cast directly against the board. Afterward, the board is cut back to create the sealing slot needed for joint sealing.
In Blockwork and Brickwork:
During the laying of brick or blockwork, SpECcell Polyethylene 40 should be installed so that a sealing slot of the required dimensions is formed. This ensures proper functionality during the curing process and enhances the integrity of the joints.
Additional Applications:
The product may also serve as a back-up support for sealants, as well as a bond breaker for sealants applied over bituminous joint fillers, further extending its usability across different construction scenarios.
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is available in a range of sizes to accommodate various site requirements:
- Board size: 1m x 2m
- Thickness options: 10 mm, 15 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm, 50 mm, 100 mm
For warranty information regarding SpECcell Polyethylene 40, please contact our team at SMCC. We are here to assist you and provide further details through any of the contact methods available on this page.
Product FAQ
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is suitable for structural expansion joints in concrete, brickwork, and blockwork, isolation joints to infill panels, back-up support for sealants, bond breaker for sealants over bituminous fillers, and anti-vibration pads for machinery bases.
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 demonstrates excellent performance under compression, with a compressive strength greater than 0.15 N/mm² and over 90% recovery at 50% compression. This ensures minimal load transfer and the ability to retain its shape and functionality after repeated use.
SpECcell Polyethylene 40 will melt in fire, and the rate of flame spread is minimized when confined within a joint.
Yes, SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is chemically resistant, inert to most dilute acids and alkalis, and resistant to oil and hydrocarbons.
The density of SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is 40 kg/m³.
Yes, SpECcell Polyethylene 40 is non-tainting and suitable for potable water applications.
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