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Description
Estocell RBCF is a range of resin bonded cork expansion joint fillers recommended for used in immersed conditions.
Estocell RBCF is manufactured from granulated cork bound together with a synthetic resin. It does not contain bitumen or tar and cannot impair the adhesion of any joint sealing compound by contaminating the joint faces.
Uses
Estocell RBCF are a range of resin bonded cork expansion joint fillers recommended for use in immersed conditions and as expansion joint fillers for joints in:
- Water retaining structures
- Water excluding structures
- Water treatment plants /reservoirs
- Building basement structure and subways
- Concrete retaining walls
Advantages
- Simple and easy to handle and install
- Will not extrude under compression
- Resilient
- Low load transfer across an expansion joint
Standards Compliance
- UK Department of Environment Specification No 201, Clause 606
- ASTM D 1752-67(R73) Type II
- American National Standard A37. 114-1969 (R 75) Type II
Specification Clauses
The expansion joint filler as detailed shall be Estocell RBCF supplied by Estop and installed strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s written instruction.
Design Criteria
Example of a sealed expansion joint in floor of a Reservoir
- Estojoint / Estoliastic
- Bond breaking tape
- Estocell RBCF
- Recessed seal
- Estojoint / Estoliastic
- Bond breaking tape
- Estopper Rearguard E250
- Lean concrete
- Waterproofing membrane
- Estocell RBCF
Physical Properties
| Form | Compressible sheet |
|---|---|
| Solid Content, % | 100 |
| Recovery After Compression Test, % | > 96 |
| Compression, N/mm² (Load required to compress a dry sample to 50% of its original thickness) |
0.54 |
| Density, kg/m³ | 210 |
| Weathering test | No disintegration. |
Joint Sealing
Estocell RBCF may be cut back using the cutters to form the sealing slot
In addition to a surface seal, all immersed joints in water retaining structures should contain Estopper waterstops.
Installation Instructions
Estocell RBCF is supplied in piece form. They may be sawn or cut to required sizes. They are used to form and fill expansion joints.
In Concrete
Estocell RBCF should be fixed, using an approved contact adhesive, spreading grade, to the face of the first placed concrete, follow by casting the second poured concrete.
Sealing slot can be formed by placing on top of the Estocell RBCF a strip of soft wood or other former, which can be removed later.
In Block Work
Estocell RBCF shall be installed whilst laying block work and shall be so placed that a sealant slot is formed. Ensure that the sealant slot formed is free from mortar droppings.
Packing & size
| Estocell RBCF | |
|---|---|
| 12.5mm thick | 610mm x 910mm sheet |
| 20.0mm thick | 610mm x 910mm sheet |
| 25.0mm thick | 610mm x 910mm sheet |
Technical Support
Estop offers a technical support package to specifiers, end-users and contractors, as well as on site technical assistance.
Storage
Store in dry, covered condition.
Precaution
There are no known health hazards associates with Estocell RBCF in normal use.
Additional Information
Estop manufactures and offers a wide range of complementary products, which includes waterstops, waterproofing products, grouts, anchors, specialized flooring products. In addition, a wide range of products formulated for repair and refurbishment of spalled concrete are available.