Slipjoints

Hercules Grease Slipjoints (HGSJ)

Hercules Galvanized or Stainless Steel Grease Slipjoints (HGSJ) or (HSSJ) is the cheaper alternative to Hercuslip Composite Slipjoints (HSC). It is easily applied slip joint material, used on load bearing brickwork and under concrete slabs (see Fig 1-6). Unlike HSC, HGSJ and HSSJ are not designed to accommodate sliding face rotation of supported structures or to evenly distribute their weight. Most commonly Grease Slipjoints are used under cast in-situ concrete slabs and less critical structural components. Grease Slipjoints is a temporary solution compare to the design life and reliability of Composite Slipjoints. HSSJs would last longer due to the better corrosion resistance of Stainless Steel material compare to HGSJs. Both types eventually will seize up as the Molybdenum Grease dries up. That will depend from the working environment and it is unavoidable. However we are using the best available Molybdenum Grease to extend the design life of Slipjoints.

Elastomeric bearing strips tape applied on a flat surface for structural support and flexibility

Materials

Galvanized Steel or Stainless Steel with Molybdenum Grease in-between for sliding and protection of sliding surfaces

Types

HGSJ and HSSJ (represented on Table below)

PART NUMBERTYPEHGSJ, kg/m (±100g)HSSJ, kg/m (±100g)
HGSJ or HSSJ/90FLAT0.780.8
HGSJ or HSSJ /110FLAT0.950.97
HGSJ or HSSJ /150FLAT1.31.32
HGSJ or HSSJ /200FLAT1.731.76
HGSJ or HSSJ /230FLAT1.992.03
HGSJ or HSSJ /230(CB)CAVITY BRIDGE2.62.65
HGSJ or HSSJ /250FLAT2.162.2
HGSJ or HSSJ /250(CB)CAVITY BRIDGE2.772.83
HGSJ or HSSJ /270FLAT2.342.38
HGSJ or HSSJ /270(CB)CAVITY BRIDGE2.953
HGSJ or HSSJ /300FLAT2.62.64

Table 1-7

Design

Coefficient of friction*: 0.04 (Zinc-Zinc) - 0.16 (Steel-Steel)
Expansion capacity: ±2 to ±5mm
Recommended contact stress**: 100 – 150 MPa
Operating Temperature Range: -25°C to +120°C (peak +130°C)
Dropping Point for Grease: +175°C

Installation

HGSJ and HSSJ should be installed as shown on Fig 1-6 A&B

Fig 1-6 A&B

Ordering

  • Nine most commonly used types of HGSJ and HSSJ are represented in Table 1-7. Widthsare reflected in the Part Number types.
  • Small quantities (1-5 lengths) of HGSJ and HSSJ are supplied in rolls (approximately 300-500mm in diameter) on a small skid, except for the Cavity Bridge Types, they are alwayssupplied flat.
  • Medium and large quantities are suppled flat on a pallet in 3000 and 2400mm lengthsaccordingly.

Our Services

Design

We serve as technical liaisons with consulting engineers and builders at the design stage of a project. Provision of detailed specifications, calculations and feedback on drawings for project specific applications. 

Manufacturing

All products in the Hercules™ range are manufactured and tested in compliance with the relevant standards: AS5100.4:2017, BS5400, AASTHO and MS ISO 9001.

Technical Support

We provide detailed installation  guidance that is specific to each project and site conditions. Remote and/or on-site assistance provided by via comprehensive data sheets and trained personnel where appropriate. 

Custom Solutions

Our capabilities include providing tailored solutions to challenging engineering scenarios, where conventional methods of design, manufacturing and installation may not be suitable. 

Design

We serve as technical liaisons with consulting engineers and builders at the design stage of a project. Provision of detailed specifications, calculations and feedback on drawings for project specific applications. 

Manufacturing

All products in the Hercules™ range are manufactured and tested in compliance with the relevant standards: AS5100.4:2017, BS5400, AASTHO and MS ISO 9001.

Technical Support

We provide detailed installation  guidance that is specific to each project and site conditions. Remote and/or on-site assistance provided by via comprehensive data sheets and trained personnel where appropriate. 

Custom Solutions

Our capabilities include providing tailored solutions to challenging engineering scenarios, where conventional methods of design, manufacturing and installation may not be suitable. 

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