Ceiling Expansion Joint and Seismic Fire Barrier from Unison Joints

Unison Joints pride themselves in world-class manufacture and supply of architectural ceiling expansion joints and seismic fire barrier joint systems. Designed specifically to cater for the shifting of structural elements, the seismic rated expansion joint systems provide a cost-effective solution to shrinkage, thermal and seismic movement.

Ceiling Expansion Joint: Vertos C (Vt C) Thermoplastic Seal

Ceiling Expansion Joint

Vertos C (Vt C) is one of the products under Unison Joints' Vertos series, a selection of highly-engineered joint system solutions, catering to various architectural applications. The Vt C ceiling expansion joint provides an architectural cover with high flexibility which is able to contain against seismic movement, and thermal expansion or contraction.

The concept behind the Vt C thermoplastic seal is to combine extruded aluminium retainers and an extruded thermoplastic cover to produce a high-movement joint. Compared to other ceiling expansion joints with a flat seal, Unison's Vt C has a set of "concertina-type ribs" for proper movement. This helps eliminate the pressure points in the surrounding ceiling substrate, and prevent the occurrence of unsightly hairline cracks.

Vt C is applicable for both indoor and outdoor use, and they can be modified to fit ceiling-to-wall installation (Vt CW). The ceiling expansion joint measures 4.8 metres in length, with optional colours available for the cover.

The multi-directional movement joint is designed and manufactured in varying seal, joint-gap and exposed width dimensions to provide wider options for different project specifications. Maximum functionality is further achieved by using a thermoplastic seal for secondary waterproofing.

Fire Barrier Expansion Joint: Pyrotx I ( Py I)

Fire Barrier Expansion Joint

Pyrotx I (Py I) is a seismic fire barrier joint system. The high-movement fire seal can be used in both horizontal and vertical expansion joint applications. They can be simply installed by inserting into masonry floor and wall structures.

Py I comes in a range of sizes to fit the standard 20mm to 150mm gaps. The seismic fire barrier is built to absorb multi-directional movement, resulting from structural, thermal and seismic movements. Unison's advanced technology means that a slimmer, compressed graphite strip is employed. The result is higher movement than comparable products.

For maximum security, Pyrotx I expansion joints are tested and compliant with the following standards:

AS 1530.4 Fire Resistance tests of Elements of Construction
AS 4072.1 Protections of Openings that Penetrate Fire Rated Elements
BS 476.20 Fire Tests on Building Materials and Structures

Unison Joints' in-depth product knowledge and expertise enable them to create a streamlined range of expansion joints for Australia's built environment.

Learn more about the ceiling expansion joint and seismic fire water barrier by visiting www.unisonjoints.com.au today.