Wabo®CompressionSeal

Pavement Series
Preformed Elastomeric Joint Seal

DESCRIPTION:
Wabo®CompressionSeal pavement series is a pre-
formed elastic joint seal designed for concrete pave-
ments. Manufactured of neoprene and installed with
a lubricant adhesive, it is highly resistant to deteriora-
tion from exposure to weather, sunlight, oils, and im-
pact. One of the major causes of pavement blow-up
is the entrance of incompressibles entering into the
jointing systems. Wabo®CompressionSeals pave-
ment series are designed with an internal elastomeric
cross-sectional web design that allows the pavement
to expand and contract during temperature changes.

RECOMMENDED FOR:
FEATURES/BENEFITS:
• Sealing joints for concrete pavement slabs
• Unique Design • Primarily used in concrete roadways, airport run-
The Wabo®CompressionSeal configuration main- ways, and aprons
tains sidewall pressure against the joint allowing • Expansion joint applications with maximum move-
uniform contact to achieve a watertight joint ments less than 1 inch
• Material Composition
Wabo®CompressionSeals are manufactured of
high-quality neoprene and are therefore highly
resistant to jet fuels, weather extremes, and high
impacts.
• Ease of Installation
The lubricant adhesive facilitates the
Wabo®CompressionSeals pavement series in-
stallation process and provides a vehicle to give
intimate contact with the joint wall by filling minor
voids in the joint interfaces.
TYPICAL DETAIL:
The degree of slab movement and
actual joint width should be known
before the appropriate sized
Wabo®CompressionSeal pavement
series can be selected. Any varia-
tion in joint openings as well as
creep and shrinkage should also be
considered.

Width MOVEMENT TABLES:

Total Groove Width "A" Min. Install Groove

Model Movement Min. Max. Width Depth "B" Width Height
Number inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm
Height
WB-437 .207 5 .153 4 .360 9 .250 6 1.000 25 .438 11 .563 14
WB-562 .253 6 .197 5 .450 11 .313 8 1.125 29 .563 14 .688 17
WB-687 .310 8 .240 6 .550 14 .375 10 1.250 32 .688 17 .688 17
WB-812 .365 9 .284 7 .650 17 .438 11 1.500 38 .813 21 .875 22
WB-1000 .450 11 .350 9 .800 20 .500 13 1.750 44 1.000 25 1.125 29

WB SERIES WB-1250 .563 14 .437 11 1.000 25 .625 16 2.000 51 1.250 32 1.125 29

Total Groove Width "A" Min. Install Groove

Width Model Movement Min. Max. Width Depth "B" Width Height
Number inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm inches mm
WC-1250 .563 14 .437 11 1.000 25 .625 16 2.000 51 1.250 32 1.156 29
WC-1625 .732 19 .568 14 1.300 33 .750 19 2.000 51 1.625 41 1.156 29
Height WC-1750 .919 23 .568 14 1.487 38 .875 22 2.000 51 2.000 51 1.344 34
WC-2000 .975 25 .625 16 1.600 41 1.000 25 2.000 51 2.000 51 1.656 42

WC SERIES
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES: PROPERTIES OF ELASTOMERIC SEAL:
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ASTM TEST METHOD REQUIREMENTS
Wabo ®CompressionSeal pave- Tensile Strength D 412 2000 psi, (13.8 Mpa)
ment series seal material complies Elongation @ break D 412 250% min.
Hardness Type A Durometer D 2240 modified 55 +/-5 % points
with ASTM D2628 and AASHTO
Oven Aging 70 hrs @ 212 F (100 C) D 573
M220. Tensile Strength 20% loss max
Elongation 20 % loss max
Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive is a one Hardness 0 to + 10 points
component blend of neoprene and Oil Swell, 70 hrs @ 212 F (100 C) D 471 45%
Weight Change
aromatic solvents used to insert and
Ozone Resistance, 70 hrs @ 104 F D 1149 modified no cracks
bond seals to concrete or metal (40 C) 20% strain, 300 pphm in air
surfaces. The material meets or Low Temp. stiffening 7 days @ 14 F D 2240 0 to +15 points
exceeds ASTM D2835. (-10 C) Hardness Type A Durometer
Low Temp. recovery, 72 hrs @ 14 F Section 7d, 9.2d
(-10 C) 50% deflection, min 88%
Low Temp. recovery, 22 hrs @ -20 F Section 7d, 9.2d
(-29 C) 50% deflection, min 83%
High Temp. recovery, 70 hrs @ 212 F Section 7d, 9.2d
(100 C) 50% deflection, min 85%
Compression-Deflection Section 7d, 9.3d
80% of normal width, min. 3.5 lbf/in (613 N/m)

PACKAGING/COVERAGE: LIMITATIONS/STORAGE:

Packaging
• Depending on seal size, the longest available
stock lengths or ordered lengths are provided.
Wabo®CompressionSeals pavement series are
packaged in boxes or wooden reels
• Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive is shipped in one
gallon or 55 gallon containers
Coverage
• Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive coverage will
depend on joint size, placement, waste, and
experience.
• Consumption Guide for Seals
1/4 to 11/16 seal width = 500 ft per gallon
> 11/16 seal width = 300 ft per gallon
SURFACE PREPARATION:
Limitations
Watson Bowman Acme does NOT recommend the
use of Wabo®CompressionSeal pavement series
under the following conditions:
• On joints where movements exceed .975
inches
• Seals must remain in compression throughout
the entire movement cycle
Storage
• Store Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive out of direct
sunlight in a dry place between 50-90oF.
• Store Wabo®CompressionSeals in an area that
will not damage materials.
• Shelf life of Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive is one
year from date of manufacture.

Saw cut joint groove. Using compressed air, clean

joint surfaces prior to installation.
INSTALLATION SUMMARY: ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS/EQUIPMENT:
• Joint interfaces must be clean of all contaminants
• Seal installation machine is recommended for
prior to applying Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive
installing large footage projects.
• Apply a thin film of Wabo®NeoLube Adhesive im-
mediately prior to the installation of the
Wabo®CompressionSeal. Wabo®NeoLube Ad-
hesive shall be applied to both sides of the seal
and along the joint interfaces.
• Compress seal and insert into joint opening RELATED DOCUMENTS:
• Clean excess adhesive from the top surface
Wabo®CompressionSeal pavement series:
• Specification
• Installation Procedure
• Wabo®NeoLube MSDS

LIMITED WARRANTY:
Watson Bowman Acme Corp. warrants that this product conforms to its current applicable specifications. WATSON BOWMAN ACME CORP. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. The sole and exclusive remedy of
Purchaser for any claim concerning this product, including, but not limited to, claims alleging breach of warranty, negligence, strict liability or otherwise, is the replacement of product or
refund of the purchase price, at the sole option of Watson Bowman Acme Corp. Any claims concerning this product shall be submitted in writing within one year of the delivery date of
this product to Purchaser and any claims not presented within that period are waived by Purchaser. IN NO EVENT SHALL WATSON BOWMAN ACME CORP. BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL (INCLUDES LOSS OF PROFITS) OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
Other warranties may be available when the product is installed by a Wabo-certified installer. Contact your local Wabo representative for details.

The data expressed herein is true and accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time published; it is, however, subject to change without notice.

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Contact
Watson Bowman Acme Corp. 95 Pineview Drive, Amherst, NY 14228
phone: 716-691-7566 / fax: 716-691-9239 / email: info@wbacorp.com / web site: http://www.wbacorp.com