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Expansion Control Systems

ARCHITECTURAL PARKING STRUCTURES OPEN AIR STRUCTURES BRIDGE & HIGHWAY

Lester B. Pearson International Airport Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Challenge:
The Lester B. Pearson International Airport project provided some interesting and unique expansion control challenges to the engineers at Watson Bowman Acme (WBA). The project required a custom designed expansion control system with some demanding load bearing and end use application requirements. Because of the high volume of trafc through the central processor and Pier F Hammerhead, the expansion control system needed to accommodate not only high volume pedestrian trafc but also trafc from airport transportation vehicles and maintenance equipment. The depth of the expansion control system needed to accommodate the structural slab and compliment the terminals terrazzo ooring surface as well as meet the potential for seismic movements. As if those challenges were not enough, the system needed to be re rated and control water intrusion through the expansion opening.

WBAs custom expansion joint system


Accommodates Terrazzo Surface Durable Elastomeric Seals Shallow Prole Design Load Bearing Plate

Solution:
Watson Bowman Acme engineered a solution designed to accommodate the maximum load and widest opening expected. The load bearing plate was designed using our Finite Element Analysis (FEA) program to determine the appropriate manufacturing material to accommodate not only the live load requirement but also took into consideration the fatigue that would occur during the course of repetitive loading and unloading. The ancillary components were then designed to accommodate the shallow prole height and ooring surface requirements. The elastomeric seals were designed to accommodate pedestrian and vehicular trafc during normal thermal movements. The system meets ADA criteria and incorporated a gutter system used in conjunction with one of WBAs UL and ULC listed re barrier systems, all designed to accommodate the potential for seismic activity.

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The Near-Zero Energy House Paterson, New Jersey

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Watson Bowman Acme is committed to bringing you the newest, highest quality, and most energy-efcient products. Contact us on your next project.

Watson Bowman Acme, as a part of BASF, is at the forefront of the sustainability movement. We know that times are changing, and with these changes, we strive to bring you the best in innovative technology. Industry-leading building practices, materials and technologies are available today, and are constructing the structures of the future. One such example is the Paterson house in Paterson, New Jersey. Made entirely of high-performance BASF construction materials, this home is affordable, energy efcient and truly eco-friendly. While not only being kind to the environment, the house also treats its inhabitants well. Outstanding in-place energy conservation and signicant recycled content produce low levels of waste products in output, which is scientically proven to be healthier for people and the environment. To us, product sustainability is not just a temporary solution, but a primary corporate responsibility to society.

Our WeatherSeal products provide excellent weather tight insulation, resulting in smaller utility costs and a decrease in energy usage.

Our WaboCrete Membrane system can be used for Green Roof construction. To accommodate expansion control and prevent water intrusion.

Architectural Expansion Control Systems


Interior Floor, Wall & Ceiling Joint Systems
Designed to meet the demands of todays building codes and complement interior applications.

Exterior Roof & Wall Joint Systems


Designed to withstand the environmental demands of exterior applications while providing a barrier for moisture/ precipitation penetration.

Fire Barrier Systems


The Watson Bowman Acme R&D team has devoted resources to develop the market leading fire barrier systems designed/tested in accordance with the latest industry standards.

The Expansion Control Company.


Founded in 1950, Watson Bowman Acme (WBA) is the worldwide leader and recognized innovator in the development and manufacture of expansion control systems for the construction industry. WBA has taken great strides in achieving production efciencies and environmental stewardship through its formal American Institute of Steel Construction, ISO 9001:2000 and RC 14001 certications. These certications enhance the companys commitment and passion for excellence. WBA uses its expertise in the design and manufacture of quality expansion control systems to produce products that perform and last. Watson Bowman Acme is The Expansion Control Company.

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Watson Bowman Acme Corp. 95 Pineview Drive Amherst, NY 14228-2166 Tel. 716-691-7566 | Fax 716-691-9239 www.wbacorp.com

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