Coverplates
what are coverplates?
Coverplates, such as Novotapajunta profiles, are simple and decorative solutions designed to protect and conceal structural joints in floors, walls, or ceilings. They are made of aluminum or PVC, making them ideal for high-traffic areas such as shopping centers, hospitals, and airports. These profiles not only serve an aesthetic function but also help manage structural movement, mainly in the horizontal plane. Additionally, they are a more cost-effective option compared to complete structural joint systems.
Coverplates fulfill several important functions:
- Protection and concealment: They protect and conceal structural and expansion joints in floors, walls, or ceilings, improving the aesthetics of the space.
- Movement adaptation: They accommodate structural movement, mainly in the horizontal plane, which is crucial in areas with thermal variations.
- Cost-effective solution: They offer a more economical alternative compared to complete structural joint systems.
- Installation versatility: They are ideal for renovation or already finished projects where integrated profiles cannot be installed, as they can be applied on top.
- Use in high-traffic areas: Thanks to their strength and durability, they are suitable for areas with high pedestrian and vehicular traffic, such as shopping centers and hospitals.
types of coverplates
EMAC® offers coverplates solutions designed to cover and protect structural expansion joints, absorbing movement and ensuring the durability and safety of the construction system. Here are the main types:
- Aluminum Coverplates: High-resistance profiles, ideal for medium-traffic areas and suitable for floors, façades, walls, and ceilings, providing durability and stability.
- PVC Coverplates: Lightweight and cost-effective solutions, suitable for façades, walls, and ceilings.
- Flat and Angular Coverplates: Available in flat format for continuous flooring and angular format for wall or perimeter junctions.
- Visible or Concealed Fixing Systems: Options with visible screws for greater robustness or hidden clips for a more aesthetic finish.
EMAC® ofrece soluciones de tapajuntas diseñadas para cubrir y proteger juntas de dilatación, absorbiendo movimientos y garantizando la durabilidad, seguridad y acabado estético del pavimento o revestimiento.
