ARMOURJOINT BRIDGEJOINT COMPOUND (BJC)

USES

A polymer modified bituminous bridgejoint binder which is mixed with graded aggregate to

form an asphaltic plug joint in asphalt and concrete carriageways.

DESCRIPTION

The BJC system can accommodate a movement range of ± 25mm in a standard APJ

installation of 500mm width. They are resistant to flow at surface temperatures of 50°C and

meet the Local Authority Specifications for Bridgejoint Installations.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Physical State Black, solid form at ambient temperature.

Density @ 25°C 1.45 ± 0.05

Flash Point (COC) °C 250°C

Minimum Application Temperature + 5°C

Product Pouring Temperature 170 ± 10°C

Maximum Safe Heating Temperature 190°C

Penetration Value @ 25°C 30 ± 5 dmm

Flow resistance @ 60°C/5 hrs < 5mm

Softening Point R&B°C 85 ± 95°C

Extension Test @ 3.2mm/per hr 50% @ 2°C

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE:

Good resistance to: Dilute acids & alkalies

Not resistant to: Petroleum Solvents

Mineral Oils

Vegetable Oils & Greases

STORAGE: Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

PACKAGING Silicone or Poly-silicone sacks - 20kgs Net.

SAFE HANDLING PRECAUTIONS:

· Do not exceed the maximum safe heating temperature.

· Do not allow the hot material to come into contact with

water as the product will react violently.

· Always wear the recommended protective clothing.

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ARMOURJOINT BRIDGEJOINT COMPOUND (BJC)

BRAND NAME BRIDGEJOINT COMPOUND (BJC)

COMPOSITION

A polymer modified bitumen containing graded extender with adhesion agents.

ACUTE HEALTH HAZARDS & ADVICE:

Bituminous products present no acute health hazard at ambient temperature. However, as these materials are normally handled at elevated temperatures when their physical state changes to a liquid, the bitumens present in these products give of fumes which are undesirable to inhale as very small quantities of HYDROGEN SULPHIDE may be present in the bitumen.

RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

Overalls, Goggles/Visor, Gloves and Closed Safety Boots

TRANSPORTATION Not classified as dangerous for transportation.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Additional information on the product is given in the system Safety Data Sheet and Installation Method Statement or by contacting the following:

Walker Minerals Limited HTS Consultancy

Outland Head Quarry 18 Furness Avenue

Bradwell Simonstone

Hope Valley Ribble Valley

Derbyshire S33 9JP Lancashire BB12 7SU

Tel: 01433 - 621600 Tel: 01282 - 771260

Fax: 01433 - 621592 Fax: 01282 - 771260

e-mail: sales@portawayminerals.f9.co.uk e-mail: pliles@hts.u-net.com

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