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JOINT TECHNOLOGY

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Repairing of paved areas

A large proportion of annual repaving work would be unnecessary if paving joints were repaired in good time or joint renovation carried out at an early stage. The service life of many paved areas would be increased many times over, naturally leading to greater cost-effectiveness.

Why early repair of paving joints is crucial

Repairing paving joints is crucial to significantly extending the service life of paved areas and avoiding costly damage. Particularly in heavily frequented areas such as roundabouts, bus stops, pedestrian zones and meeting zones, de-icing salt, freeze-thaw cycles and enormous shear and thrust forces lead to the destruction of the joint material, which is why early repair is essential.

If the jointing material is missing or has already broken away, the paving stones begin to loosen. This allows surface water to penetrate the structure, allowing de-icing salt and frost to attack the superstructure unhindered. The resulting damage is not only time-consuming to repair, but also incurs considerable costs. Early renovation of paving joints or targeted joint repair is therefore particularly advisable in order to prevent major damage from the outset.

The liability risk and consequences of damaged pavement joints

Damage to paved surfaces can pose a significant accident risk. Regular repair of joints is therefore essential to ensure safety and minimise liability risks for road operators. Regular maintenance not only prevents legal consequences, but also contributes to the long-term value retention of the infrastructure.

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Paving joint mortar HP2:

Factory-adjusted mortar system based on epoxy resin, with special additives and a graded particle size distribution, for grouting and refurbishment of pavings made of concrete, clinker, and natural stone. The mortar system is also used as a highly resilient, drainable and above all fast-hardening bedding mortar in road construction.

Old and inner city areas
Squares, pedestrian and meeting zones
Roundabouts and bus stops
Edge finishes and shoulder trenches
Trenches and drainage channels
Terminals and platforms
Hotel and park facilities
Driveways and terraces

WHY
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Faster processing enables work to be carried out quickly, thereby avoiding delays.
Rapid curing ensures that roads can be reopened quickly, reducing long closure times.
Shorter road closures minimise disruption to traffic.
The high resistance to de-icing salt and frost ensures that the surfaces can withstand even extreme weather conditions.
High strength and resistance to mechanical stress guarantee a long service life.
Low modulus of elasticity for greater flexibility, which reduces tension.
Resistance to sweepers and high-pressure cleaners facilitates regular cleaning of the surfaces.
Factory-matched materials ensure optimal processing results.
No rewashing necessary, which reduces working time and increases productivity.
The high square metre output significantly speeds up the completion process.

Why cement is not a solution for repairing joints

Renovating paving joints with cementitious or hydraulically setting joint mortars is often ineffective. The reason for this is that old joints often cannot be completely removed. As a result, the remaining joint depths are often insufficient for sustainable repair of joints with cement mortar, which significantly impairs the effectiveness of the repair.

Another disadvantage is the complex processing procedure, as the stones must be thoroughly treated and washed after grouting. These additional steps are not only time-consuming, but also result in high personnel costs and long closure periods.

Cement joints do not offer an optimal long-term solution, as surfaces that have been repaired with cement often need to be repaired again after just one year. This recurring work not only increases costs, but also leads to constant closures and delays. In addition, these restrictions impair the usability of public transport routes and increase the risk of further damage.

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Grouting of paved areas:

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HAAS GmbH:

HAAS GmbH develops and produces reactive resins, binders, and high-quality special mortars under the austropox® brand for road, bridge, and infrastructure construction as well as for civil engineering projects.

Our products are based in particular on solvent-free epoxy resins and polymethyl methacrylates. With our production in Austria and our clear commitment to quality, our products stand for reliability and performance. From the motorway to the airport to the central warehouse.

Thanks to our extensive expertise in the field of polymer technology and in the field of fillers, we are able to produce tailor-made systems. The repair systems from austropox® are used in numerous industries and are extremely resistant, abrasion-resistant, 100% frost-resistant and 100% de-icing salt-resistant.
To minimise downtimes, the systems are fast-curing, which means that the surfaces are fully resilient again after only a few minutes to hours.