Refurbishment of an existing expansion joint
Rebuilding an expansion joint can be a reliable, cost-effective solution when an expansion joint is structurally sound, but is showing localized signs of the damage or fatigue. In such cases, a repair or replacement of bellows element and restraining hardware can restore full functionality, prevent further deterioration, and avoid the higher costs of full replacement.
At Pathway, we specialize in planned and unplanned expansion joint refurbishment that saves customers time and cost. Most refurbs are performed in our shop, which is fully equipped and our team highly experienced in refurbishing moderately worn to severely damaged expansion joint equipment back to near new condition and returning them to service on very demanding timelines. Refurbs can also be completed insitu or onsite to save transport time and costs. The advantages Pathway’s refurbishment service provides to you; the end user are:
- Restored structural integrity: A rebuilt joint ensures functional integrity for absorbing thermal and other movements, preventing stress buildup that can cause cracks, buckling, or unplanned failure!
- Stops progressive damage: By restoring the expansion joint’s flexibility and sealing capability, uptime reliability is greatly improved!
- Extends service life: A properly rebuilt expansion joints can extend the life of the system by reducing wear on adjacent connected equipment at a fraction of the cost of a full replacement.
- Time: A considerably shorter lead time vs. a full replacement.