In order to help you learn as much as possible about how to keep your concrete in good shape, we’ve put together this resource that will walk you through what an expansion joint really is, why it’s important to seal them off, and what to use vs. what to avoid when filling them.

Acoustic joint filler, QuietJoint, seals partition to wall and window gaps and blocks sound between rooms. Learn more about acoustic expansion joints solutions by clicking to view the EMSEAL acoustic selection guide.

Joints are necessary to accommodate movements in the concrete units caused by thermal contractions and expansions as well as exposure to loading conditions. In this article, we explore the properties of sealants, reasons for joint sealant failures and the criteria for selecting sealant to prolong the lifespan of buildings.

For large water-retaining structures or STPs with expansion joints, the sealants are exposed to continuous immersion in water or sewage. Such sealants should be both water and chemical resistant and still perform for the cyclic