Durable, Custom, Comprehesive
Bearing Pads & Shims
Custom, durable bearing pad & shim options for any precast/prestressed concrete application - ROF cross ply material, high-capacity duck pad, molded neoprene, Dynalon slide bearings, & Shimmers (shim strips, shim packs, bearing strips, and horseshoe shims)
Bearing Pads & Shims
Masticord- ROF
MasticordTM Random Oriented Fiber Pads (ROF) composed of rubber cross-ply material, used primarily in precast concrete commercial structural applications … LEARN MORE
Dynalon – Slide Bearing
High-quality PTFE sheet used to accommodate lateral stress in structural components; commonly bonded to to any size/type/thickness steel plate, neoprene or preformed fabric pad … LEARN MORE
Capralon – Duck Pad
Preformed fabric pads with alternating layers of cotton/polyester fabric & elastomer vulcanized together; used to eliminate spalling & control shock/vibration in industrial applications… LEARN MORE
Newlon – Neoprene
Molded neoprene for load-bearing applications in steel and/or precast concrete commercial structures as well as in steel and/or precast concrete highway bridges. … LEARN MORE
White Nitrile – Non-Structural Pad
Non-marking, non-structural, FDA-approved bearing pads primarily used where resistance to oil, solvents and fuels is required … LEARN MORE
Shimmers
High-impact polystyrene (H.I.P.S)-based shims used for leveling and accurate placementof precast and prestressed concrete walls, floors and architectural and structural components … LEARN MORE
Description
Masticord- ROF
Masticord TM Random Oriented Fiber Pads (ROF) composed of rubber cross-ply material, used primarily in precast concrete commercial structural applications … LEARN MORE
Dynalon – Slide Bearing
High-quality PTFE sheet used to accommodate lateral stress in structural components; commonly bonded to any size/type/thickness steel plate, neoprene or preformed fabric pad … LEARN MORE
Capralon – Duck Pad
Preformed fabric pads with alternating layers of cotton/polyester fabric & elastomer vulcanized together; used to eliminate spalling & control shock/vibration in industrial applications… LEARN MORE
Newlon – Neoprene
Molded neoprene for load-bearing applications in steel or precast concrete commercial structures as well as in steel and/or precast concrete highway bridges. … LEARN MORE
White Nitrile – Non-Structural Pad
Non-marking, non-structural, FDA-approved bearing pads primarily used where resistance to oil, solvents, and fuels is required … LEARN MORE
Shimmers
High-impact polystyrene (H.I.P.S)-based shims used for leveling and accurate placement of precast and prestressed concrete walls, floors and architectural and structural components … LEARN MORE
NOMARX
JVI NOMARX is a flexible, reusable, white rubber pad that prevents spalling in storage and shipping applications without leaving a mark!
- Eliminates spalling while storing and shipping precast panels
- Non-Marking
- FDA approved ingredients per Z1 CFR 177.2600
- ASTM D 2000-28F-615-E034
- Meets “3A Sanitary Standards for Multiple-Use Rubber and Rubber-Like Materials used as product contact surfaces in dairy equipment” Number 18-01, Class III and IV.
- Available in 1/4″ thickness
- For additional thickness requests please contact us.
Description
Overview
Produced using a white nitrile rubber compound, JVI NOMARX is the shield you need to prevent damage and discoloration to sensitive surfaces.
In addition to being an ideal solution for preventing spalling in precast shipping and storage applications, JVI NOMARX is resistant to oils, solvents, and fuels.
It has the added benefit of being FDA approved and meets “3A Sanitary Standards for Multiple-Use Rubber and Rubber-Like Materials used as product contact surfaces in dairy equipment” Number 18-01, Class III and IV.
Advantages
- Eliminates spalling while storing and shipping precast panels
- Non-Marking
- FDA approved ingredients per Z1 CFR 177.2600
- ASTM D 2000-28F-615-E034
- Meets “3A Sanitary Standards for Multiple-Use Rubber and Rubber-Like Materials used as product contact surfaces in dairy equipment” Number 18-01, Class III and IV.
- Available in 1/4″ thickness
- For additional thickness requests please contact us.
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Shimmers
High-strength Plastic Shims for Vertical Adjustment
SHIMMERS are molded from a high impact polystyrene (H.I.P.S), which combines high compression strength and superior load bearing surface contact characteristics. They assure accurate placement of precast and prestressed concrete walls, floors, architectural and structural concrete members.
Shim Strips
Offered in many convenient thicknesses, lengths, and widths, our high-compression/highly durable shim strips assure accurate placing and leveling.
Shim Packs & Multi-Packs
Pre-assembled packages of shims designed for precise placement; offered in 17-piece heat-sealed packs to incrementally peel shims for easy height adjustment (Shim-Packs); or packaged with a variety of color-coded widths rubber banded together (Multi-pack).
Bearing Strips
Designed to be placed between concrete floor slabs and a supporting wall or beam. The smooth surface allows for movement of precast floor slabs and helps them easily into their final position.
Horseshoe Shims (Original & Adjustable)
Shaped to fit around screws for various leveling and spacing applications without the need to dissemble components. Available in a variety of sizes. Also available in adjustable shim packs allowing up to 16 thickness adjustments as well as length adjustments.
Description
Overview
Available as shim strips, shim packs, bearing strips and horseshoe shims, SHIMMERS are perfect for leveling and accurate placement of precast and prestressed concrete walls, floors and architectural and structural components.
SHIMMERS are molded from a high impact polystyrene (H.I.P.S), which combines high compression strength and superior load bearing surface contact characteristics. They assure accurate placement of precast and prestressed concrete walls, floors, architectural and structural concrete members.
They also offer true shim thicknesses with a greater load bearing contact area. Cored-out, hollowed-out shims with less material are cheaper, more apt to fail and lose compression under load. Shims with holes, fancy bumps, interlocks and striations don’t give true surface contact. They can reduce the load bearing contact area up to 70%.
Benefits
- Aids in the accurate placement of precast and prestressed concrete panels
- Molded from an engineered copolymer plastic
- Ultra-high compression strength… with tests to prove it
- Superior load bearing surface contact characteristics
- Unaffected by micro-organisms and alkalis, ground chemicals and liquids
- Odorless, will not rot, rust, stain or leach
- Available in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses
- Offered in sheet form, pre-scored so crews can snap-off as needed
- Minimizes waste, handling and inventories
- No sawing, hand tools or cutting required
- Save time labor and money
- Also available as “Tapered Wedge”, and “Keyhole” Shimmer for easy use
Newlon Bearing Pad
Molded neoprene pad for load-bearing applications for steel or precast concrete structures
NEWLON is a molded neoprene pad for load-bearing applications in steel and/or precast concrete commercial structures as well as in steel and/or precast concrete highway bridges.
- Available in all available durometers in the following stock thicknesses: 1/8″, 1/4″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″
- Additional thicknesses available upon request – CONTACT US
- Made of 100% virgin chloroprene Neoprene
- Meets current AASHTO highway specifications, Grade 3
- Min. Tensile strength of 2,250 P.S.I
Description
Overview
NEWLON molded neoprene for load-bearing applications in steel and/or precast concrete commercial structures as well as in steel and/or precast concrete highway bridges.
This product has been used for many, many years and was the predecessor to Masticord until a stronger material was needed for bearings. Newlon is still used for bridges.
NEWLON is availble in 50, 60, or 70 Shore “A” durometer hardness
NEWLON is avaiable in all available durometers in the following stock thicknesses: 1/8″, 1/4″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″. For additional thickness requests, please contact us.
Benefits
- Made of 100% virgin chloroprene Neoprene
- Meets current AASHTO highway specifications, Grade 3
- Efficient and economical method for accommodating shock, vibration, rotation and shear caused by deflection and thermal forces
- Min. Tensile strength of 2,250 P.S.I
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Masticord Bearing Pad
A random oriented fiber (ROF) & rubber composition pad for precast concrete & steel bearings
The MASTICORD random oriented fiber (ROF) and rubber composition pad is used primarily in precast concrete commercial structural applications, but is also used in short-span precast concrete bridges and structural steel bearings.
- Available in the following stock thicknesses: 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″
- Additional thicknesses available upon request – CONTACT US
- Available with a bonded DYNALON (PTFE) surface for use in expansion bearing
- Extensive published test reports to validate performance and recommended capacities
- User guidelines available below for engineering, purchasing, production and erection
Description
Overview
The MASTICORD random oriented fiber (ROF) and rubber composition pad is used primarily in precast concrete commercial structural applications, but is also used in short-span precast concrete bridges and structural steel bearings.
The firm published its original MASTICORD Design Guide in 1982. Product improvements led to a second edition in 1984 and ongoing improvements and testing resulted in a third edition published in 1987.
All research and development of the MASTICORD program has been with the collaboration of Raths, Raths & Johnson structural engineers of Willowbrook, Illinois. The MASTICORD Design Guide continues to be the “bible” of the precast concrete industry.
MASTICORD can be provided with a bonded DYNALON (PTFE) surface for use in expansion bearing.
MASTICORD is available in the following stock thicknesses: 1/4″, 3/8″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″. For Additional thickness requests, please CONTACT US.
Benefits
- Especially suited for precast prestressed concrete structures
- Engineered for predictable performance parameters
- High compressive loading capacity – up to 10,000 P.S.I.
- Tough and durable as gaskets, motor mounts, and wear pads in heavy equipment
- Homogeneous composition of rubber mastic reinforced with high strength random fiber cords
- Economical
Dynalon Slide Bearings
A highly efficient maintenance free method of accommodating lateral stress in structural components
The DYNALON slide bearing pad can be used as a highly efficient maintenance free method of accommodating lateral stress in structural components. Composed of highest quality PTFE sheet, DYNALON can be permanently bonded to any size, type or thickness of steel plate, neoprene pad, or preformed fabric pad. Custom assemblies can be furnished complete or it can be bonded to customer’s assemblies.
- Can be used in both steel and concrete construction
- Accommodates lateral movement caused by thermal forces
- Composed of virgin PTFE sheet permanently bonded to steel
- Meets current AASHTO specifications
Description
Overview
DYNALON Slide Bearings… A highly efficient maintenance free method of accommodating lateral stress in structural components. Composed of highest quality PTFE sheet, DYNALON can be permanently bonded to any size, type or thickness of steel plate, neoprene pad, or preformed fabric pad. Custom assemblies can be furnished complete or DYNALON can be bonded to customer’s assemblies.
DYNALON can be used in both steel and concrete construction. Typical applications are found in the construction of bridges, parking decks, sports arenas, civic centers, high rises, shopping malls, hospitals, schools, office buildings, warehouses, and pipelines.
Benefits
- Ideal for commercial structures requiring long spans uninterrupted by columns or posts
- Accommodates lateral movement caused by thermal forces
- Widely used as pipe slides and in pipeline saddles
- Composed of virgin PTFE sheet permanently bonded to steel
- Meets current AASHTO specifications
- Low coefficient of friction
- High load capacity
- Easily installed
- Maintenance free
Typical Applications
- Bridges, hospitals, offices, pipelines
- Parking decks, high rises, warehouses, sports arenas
Capralon Bearing Pad
Pre-formed fabric pads with alternating layers of cotton/polyester fabric & elastomer
Capralon is a pre-formed fabric pad with alternating layers of cotton/polyester fabric and elastomer vulcanized together and used to eliminate spalling and control shock & vibration in industrial applications.
- Available in the following stock thicknesses: 1/8″, 15/64″, 11/32″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″
- Additional thicknesses available upon request – CONTACT US
- Available with a bonded DYNALON (PTFE) surface for use in expansion bearing
- Manufactured & tested under Military Specification MIL-C-882E
- Meets AASHTO LRFD Bridge Construction & Design Specifications
Description
Overview
CAPRALON pre-formed fabric pads featuring alternating layers of cotton/polyester fabric and elastomer vulcanized together.
CAPRALON pads are used to eliminate spalling by accomodating constuction tolerances and allowing for lateral movement.
CAPRALON pads can be provided with a bonded DYNALON (PTFE) surface for use in expansion bearing.
CAPRALON also is used to control shock and vibration in industrial applications of drop forge hammers, wear pads, and other machine-related vibration dampening applications.
CAPRALON is available in the following stock thicknesses: 1/8″, 15/64″, 11/32″, 1/2″, 3/4″, 1″.
Benefits
- Manufactured & tested under Military Specification MIL-C-882E
- Meets AASHTO LRFD Bridge Construction Specification 18.10.2
- Meets AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications 14.7.6.1 & 14.7.6.2
- High Load Capacity (10,000 PSI compression perpendicular to the laminations with no breakdown)
- Absorbs shock and vibration
- Eliminates spalling
