Metalastic® Joint Cover
Information Sheet
Updated: 3/04
Quality You Can Trust Since 1886...
From North America’s Largest Roofing Manufactur
Quality You Can Trust Since 1886...
From North America’s Largest Roofing Manufacturer ™
Now Featuring…
“Splice-Lock” Seam Joining System –
For Faster, Safer and Longer Lasting Expansion Joint Seam Details
Long-lasting performance: Flanges
are extensions of the flexible
membrane forming the bellows.
· 250’ continuous rolls
· No splice every 10’
Protection from rust and
corrosion: Metal nailers are covered
and protected from the elements.
· No gaskets on fasteners
· No hassle repair/weld
Continuous Rolls
Metal Nailers
Protected
Flexible curb flanges form to curb:
Flexible membrane. Accomodates
wide curbs.
· No bent metal
· Forms to curb
· Allows for proper bellows
Flexible, use on virtually any roof:
Use on compatible systemsthermoset single ply, hot, cold and
torch
· Available in black or white
Wide Flange
Versatility – Hot,
Cold, Torch
Adhered
“Splice-Lock”
Butyl Technology “SPLICE-LOCK” seam
joining system makes installation quicker and
easier than ever:
Fast: Splices take only 15 seconds vs. 15 minutes!
Easy: Same splicing technique for all styles!
Hassle Free SelfAdhering System
Continuous 250’ Rolls and Self-Adhering Technology
For Faster, Safer and Longer-Lasting Expansion Joint Seam Details
The Problems With Typical Expansion Joint Covers:
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Field splices are the notorious weak link…
Installation can be timely and expensive…
Repairs can be often expensive, inconvenient and embarrassing…
Poor design can result in premature deterioration…
Metalastic® Expansion Joint Covers With ‘Splice-Lock’
Self-Adhering Technology Is the Solution
Safest Choice for Facility Owner
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Hassle Free Choice for Contractor
Time proven: over half a million feet installed of longlasting weather resistant expansion joint cover
Won’t trap water: flexible, contoured bellows have no
seams or channels
Great Looking: uniform surface results in better
performance and neater appearance
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Fewer field splices, quicker/lower cost application
Compatible with most roof systems; compatible with hot,
cold and torch applications
‘Splice-Lock’ seam tape for repairs is faster and safer
Available in black and white and custom designs are
available.
Low Cost Installation—
Compare Metalastic® Installation Costs With Your Costs
Installation Labor
Time (min) and $$$
Lay out and fasten 100 lineal feet
Time required per splice for 100 lf:
Prime the metal and dry...
Apply bonding adhesive
Apply splice material
Apply edge sealant
Time To Splice
Total time to install/splice:
Metalastic®
Expansion Joint Covers
(100’continuous lengths)
The Competition
(10’ sections)
60 min
60 min
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
0 min
60 Min
5 min
5 min
1 min
1 min
108 minutes!! (9 splices/100lf)
168 Min
64% Reduction in Labor!
And On Larger Jobs, the Metalastic® EJC Advantage is Even Better
Assume 1,000 lf of expansion joint, and Metalastic’s Butyl ‘Splice-Lock’ technology:
# Of Splices
Time required per splice
Time required for all splicing
Metalastic® EJC
The Competition
10
1/2 min
5 min
90
12 min
1080 min
(That’s 18 hours!)
99% Less Time Spent On Splice Seals!
Recommended By Major
Manufacturers, Including:
Manufactured By:
Building Materials Corporation Of America
1361 Alps Road, Wayne, NJ 07470
©2004 Building Materials Corporation Of America 03/04
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