Monolithic pour crack control system and method of use
US7381007B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE01C11/14
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A joint assembly for controlling fractures along a fracture axis in a monolithic pour concrete structure is provided. The concrete structure is defined by a first edge form section and a generally opposed second edge form section. The joint assembly is characterized by a suspension line extending between the first edge form section and the second edge form section, and a fracture inducing sheath suspended therefrom within the concrete structure. The sheath may define an elongate slit that exposes an internal channel that the suspension line traverses. Additionally, a method for forming a control joint in a monolithic pour concrete structure via the joint assembly is provided.
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