Most temporary joint installations complete in 1-3 days depending on joint length and complexity. A typical commercial building stage pour requires 2-3 days to install monitoring systems. Removal or transition to permanent joints typically takes 1-2 days. Timeline is coordinated with your construction schedule.

Our engineered temporary joint systems accommodate movements up to 50-75mm depending on design. Movement capacity is calculated based on thermal expansion coefficients, concrete shrinkage rates, and differential settlement predictions. Larger movements are possible with specialized high-capacity systems designed on a project-specific basis.

Concrete experiences movement from thermal expansion, shrinkage, and differential settlement, especially during staged construction. Without temporary joints, these movements cause stress concentrations and cracking at weak points. Temporary joints accommodate these movements safely until permanent joint systems are installed after construction completes.

Temporary joint costs typically range $150-300 per linear meter including design, installation, and monitoring. Large infrastructure projects with complex engineering may cost $300-500 per meter. Full cost includes engineering calculations, materials, installation labor, and movement monitoring throughout construction phases.

Yes, temporary joint systems are designed with transition to permanent joints in mind. We provide recommendations for converting to permanent expansion joints, control joints, or isolation joints based on final building design and compliance requirements. Transition typically requires minor modification or replacement of sealants and covers.

We monitor temporary joints throughout construction using precision survey equipment, crack width gauges, and photographic documentation. If actual movements exceed design parameters, we adjust the joint system and provide structural engineer notifications. Detailed monitoring reports track performance at each construction stage.