MJ4 MJ4

Locally manufactured from recycled plastic, Renderplas PVC movement joint / expansion joint beads are designed for areas of render over 20 square metres and should be specified every 4-6 metres, over structural movement joints and changes of background giving a discreet attractive finish. Also for use as an internal corner with plasterboard

Performance: design data

Affiliations

The National Insulation Association

NBS Plus

Applications

Horizontally or vertically on all standard rendering applications, external wall insulation systems, timber frame; as a day joint to divide rendered sections; at changes to background material; with plasterboard as a control joint or internal corner

Chemical

Zero chemical reaction with water, sand and cement, acrylic render, water based paint; avoid organic solvents, chlorate bleach, strong acids and alkalis

Durability

Impact resistant; dissipates shock waves; outlasts metal; cleaned in same way as render

Economics

PVC beads are a fraction of the price of stainless steel; added value over galvanized steel as PVC beads are guaranteed not to stain or corrode and can reduce installation time. Reduction of impact damage

Environment

Locally manufactured; high recycled content; fully recyclable; low Ecopoint score of 0.004/kg delivered

 

Fire

Class 1Y. Combustible within fire source, self extinguishing upon removal of flame, will not contribute to the combustion of the system

Health and Safety

PVC beads are safe to handle removing the dangers of cut metal; suitable for prisons and schools

Heat

Ideal for all habitable climates; eliminates cold bridging

Guarantees

Fit for purpose for the lifetime of the render and at least 25 years

Mechanics

Flexible plastic membrane gives a certified range of +/- 2.5mm which exceeds British Standard for thermal movement (BS EN 13658-2:2005). Protective tear off strip allows quick removal of render from the joint

Pollution

Ecologically benign; non-hazardous in water; non-hazardous if ingested; does not release substances into the atmosphere

Strength

PVC beads offer sufficient strength for these applications. The chemical bond between flexible and rigid parts prevents separation

Weather

Flexible plastic membrane provides a watertight seal. Not affected by weather and should be specified in all regions of high moisture or high salt

Specification: standard data

Type

MJ4

Authority

BBA certified; manufactured to ISO 9001:2000; complies with BS EN 13914-1&2:2016; fire tested to BS 476; fomplies with REACH

Brand Names

Renderplas

Description

4mm PVC Movement Joint Beads (Expansion Joints)

Composition

Exterior grade impact resistant UV stable unplasticised PVC

Dimensions (mm)

13mm exposed width and 25mm wings each side

Depth (mm)

4-6mm render depth; 2-3mm plaster depth

 

Weight (kg/100m)

6.1

Stock Colours

White

Length

2.5m

Packaging

25 lengths in triwall fibreboard box

Format

Cut lengths

Price (£/100m)

306.40

Recycled
Content %

87.8%

Light

UV stable; any discoloration is uniform over a single facade and within industry standards

Site works

Installation

Standard industry practice and tools can be used. Large irregularities in the substrate should be dubbed out and allowed to set hard prior to application. Cut to length with tin snips or fine tooth saw. Fixing with a continuous line of adhesive mortar is preferred on blockwork, or alternatively a bed of render. Non-corrosive mechanical fixings can be used as well but are not required. With external wall insulation, non-corrosive fixings alone are sufficient

 

Storage

Store vertically out of direct sunlight or extreme temperatures. Can be stored flat if supported along entire length

Supply

Ex-stock next day delivery to site through extensive supply chain or direct from www.renderplas.co.uk