Hydrocell XL
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A cross-linked, closed cell, semi-rigid, non-absorbent polyethylene joint filler.
Application
Suitable to use for forming or filling movement joints in concrete, brickwork and blockwork. Particularly recommended for water retaining or water excluding structures.
Description
A cross-linked, closed cell, semi-rigid, non-absorbent polyethylene joint filler.
Features and benefits:
- Non-extruding.
- High compression recovery.
- Provides excellent support for sealants subject to hydrostatic pressure.
- Complies to the following standards: Water Authorities Association, Civil Engineering Specification for the Water Industry 4th Edition, Clause 2.124; DTp Specification for Highway Works, December 1991, Series 1000, Clause 1015; BS 5628, Part 3: Code of Practice for the Use of Masonry; Drinking Water Inspectorate Regulation 31(4)b of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 2000 and 2001.
- Excellent resistance to acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents and biological deterioration.
General information
Color | Black |
Material | Polyethylene |
Shape | Rectangle |
Length | Bespoke |
Width | Bespoke |
Height | Bespoke |
Warranty description | Manufacturer guidanceA project specific warranty document for an agreed period for products supplied in accordance with a detailed specification document is available on request. |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | E40/520 Sheet joint filler F30/610 Movement joints with sealant F30/76 Movement joints with sealant P12/385 Sealant backing material |
Specification data - Extruded polyethylene (PE) foam joint fillers
Standard | To Highways England, Specification for Highway Works, Series 1000. |
Duty | Heavy duty. |
Weathering test | To DTp Clause 1015, No disintegration. |
Density | Medium density.Manufacturer guidanceVaries from 25–190 kg/m3. Specifier to detail. |
Recovery | To ASTM D3575, 98% after 50%. |
Size | |
Thickness | 10 mm.15 mm.20 mm.25 mm. |
Width | 1000 x 2000 mm. |
CompressiveStrength | 0.15 N/mm². |
Water absorption | <0.05% by volume. |
Composition | Cellular polyethylene. |
Sustainability data
Country of material origin | United Kingdom |
Material | Polyethylene |
Literature
Fosroc Sealant Solutions for Airports
Fosroc Solutions for General Buildings
Technical Datasheet Catalogue 15th Edition
Hydrocell XL Product Datasheet
Hydrocell XL Safety Datasheet
Case studies
Canterbury Riverside Square B11-13 Car Park Case Study