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The Hybrid Joint 3LII type has a vertical integrated structure of the load support plate and anchor plate, making it highly durable and preventing damage from metal fatigue. Its durability is equivalent to an ultra-long term of 100 years! It has been proven through fatigue loading tests conducted by a third-party organization, clearing the equivalent of 12 million cycles, which corresponds to 100 years. This assumes that a 25-ton large vehicle has traveled over the 3LII type 12 million times, equating to a 100-year durability. The standard design supply period for bridges is 100 years. For newly constructed bridges, there is no need to replace the expansion device for 100 years. The 3LII type is maintenance-free, eliminating the need for sound inspection that requires traffic regulation, leading to reduced maintenance costs and improved safety. It is a product capable of accommodating large expansion ranges (150-350mm) and wide gaps (up to 730mm), making it one of the largest among expansion devices that have passed NEXCO standards. It has been widely adopted on highways nationwide as a product that meets NEXCO specifications. For more details, please contact us or request a catalog.

In the longevity of bridges, the durability of expansion joints is a very important factor. Replacing expansion joints requires significant costs and traffic regulations, which can reduce the operational efficiency of bridges. The Hybrid Joint Type 3LII achieves a durability of 100 years, contributing to cost reduction and improved safety from a long-term perspective. 【Application Scenarios】 - New bridges - Repairs of existing bridges - Highways * For general roads, there is the "Hybrid Joint Type 3LIIA." 【Benefits of Implementation】 - Reduction in lifecycle costs due to no need for replacement for 100 years - Maintenance-free, eliminating the need for sound inspections and ultrasonic inspections, reducing maintenance costs - Decreased frequency of traffic regulations, mitigating traffic congestion and noise damage, and enhancing safety - Adoption of new technology through NETIS registration (No. KT-210067-A)

The Hybrid Joint 3LIIA type has a vertical integrated structure for the load support and anchor plate sections, making it highly durable and preventing damage from metal fatigue. A fatigue loading test conducted using actual products by a third-party organization confirmed a service life of 100 years, demonstrating durability for 100 years. This 100-year durability aligns with the design service life of bridges. Unlike conventional products that require replacement of expansion devices 3 to 4 times, this product can be used without any replacements, significantly reducing lifecycle costs. By using steel plates vertically, the exposed parts are minimized, resulting in very low impact during operation, and making it less likely to generate noise and vibration. It is a product capable of accommodating large expansion and wide spans, and it is one of the largest products in the category of rubber-based joints (a general term for products other than finger joints and embedded joints). The main differences from the NEXCO specification 3LII type are that the secondary waterproofing material is not standard equipment (but can be installed separately) and that the painting specifications differ. The durability and the waterproof structure of the main body are equivalent to the NEXCO specifications.

Crittec Co., Ltd. not only sells products but often takes full responsibility for installation work as well. We strive to improve our products by considering the issues that arise during installation and the damage conditions of the removed existing expansion devices. 【Construction Case】 ○ Location: Wakayama Prefecture ○ Bridge Name: Takasegawa Bridge ○ Product: 3L-400 ○ Comment: Due to the heavy weight of the product and the strong winds at the high-altitude site, we exercised utmost caution when lifting with a crane from below the girder and during installation. For more details, please contact us or request a catalog.

Crittec Co., Ltd. not only sells products but often takes responsibility for installation work as well. We strive to improve our products by considering issues that arise during installation and the condition of existing expansion devices that have been removed. 【Construction Case】 - Location: Ehime Prefecture - Bridge Name: Oshima Bridge - Product: 3L-300 - Comment: Since work had to stop when boats passed under the bridge, we conducted the installation with a supervisor present. It was impressive to see many cyclists stopping on the bridge to take photos of the scenery visible from there. For more details, please contact us or request a catalog.

Crittec Co., Ltd. not only sells products but often takes responsibility for installation work as well. We strive to improve our products by considering the issues that arise during installation and the condition of the removed existing expansion devices. 【Construction Example】 ○ Location: Aomori Prefecture ○ Bridge Name: Nozomi Bridge ○ Product: 3L-250 ○ Comment: Since vehicles could not access the bridge, we performed the installation by lifting it with a crane from underneath the bridge. For more details, please contact us or request a catalog.

A bridge expansion device is something that is installed in the gaps (expansion gaps) between the bridge abutment and the bridge girder, or between bridge girders. When designing a bridge, it is necessary to create expansion gaps to prevent the bridge girders from colliding with the bridge abutments or with each other due to thermal expansion and contraction. To cover these gaps and ensure safe passage for vehicles and pedestrians, a bridge expansion device is required. The role of the expansion device is to fill the gaps, but it is not sufficient for it to only fulfill that function. Consideration must be given to the safe passage of vehicles and economic aspects, and specifically, the following functions are highlighted: [Functions Generally Required of Expansion Devices] - No noise during travel - No impact during travel - Long-term usability - No leakage under the girder - Easy installation - Simple and cost-effective maintenance - Low cost of the device itself Our hybrid joint has eight major features that meet the required functions: - Compatible with small bridges to long-span bridges - Usable for all types of bridges - Ultra-low noise and comfortable travel - Long-term durability and maintenance-free - High water-tightness - Safe and easy installation - Replaceable - Economical

The "Hybrid Joint" is a high-performance waterproof structure for bridge expansion devices, made by press vulcanizing and bonding rubber and steel. Due to its small surface exposure, it reduces impact during vehicle passage and prevents slipping even in rain or snow. The vertical structure of the load-bearing support prevents damage from metal fatigue, achieving a long-term durability of 50 years and maintenance-free operation. 【Features】 ■ Compatible with various types of bridges, including steel bridges, PC bridges, RC bridges, cable-stayed bridges, and curved bridges. ■ Can be installed with a 4-ton crane truck, allowing for safe and easy construction in a short time. ■ Can be replaced in short lengths for each lane. ■ Widely adopted by public organizations across the country, including the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, NEXCO, urban expressways, and local governments. *Currently, we are offering a product catalog for download. Please take a look.

We are currently offering a comprehensive catalog (excerpt version) that clearly introduces the bridge expansion device "Hybrid Joint," which accommodates various types of bridges, for free. It is compatible with various bridge types, including steel bridges, PC bridges, RC bridges, as well as cable-stayed and curved bridges, featuring a high-performance waterproof structure that combines rubber and steel through press vulcanization bonding. Due to its small surface exposure, it generates less impact during vehicle passage, resulting in reduced noise and vibration. Its compact size allows for installation using a 4-ton unic crane, enabling safe, easy, and quick construction. 【Features】 ■ Compatible with various bridge types such as steel bridges, PC bridges, RC bridges, cable-stayed bridges, and curved bridges ■ Ultra-low noise and vibration-free ■ High waterproof performance ■ Long-term durability of 50 years ■ Ease of installation *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us. *The PDF document is a digest version. If you would like the complete catalog, please contact us.

Crittec Industries, Inc. will be exhibiting at the "Highway Tech Fair 2025" held at Tokyo Big Sight. This event is one of Japan's largest infrastructure technology exhibitions, gathering advanced technologies and products related to the construction and management of highways. We plan to showcase the features, performance, design philosophy, and eight reasons why our "Hybrid Joint 3L II," which has demonstrated a durability of 100 years, is chosen. We sincerely look forward to your visit. 【Event Overview】 ■ Date and Time - In-person Exhibition: October 16 (Thursday) and 17 (Friday), 2025, 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Online Exhibition: October 9 (Thursday) 10:00 AM to November 6 (Thursday) 11:59 PM, 2025 ■ Venue: Tokyo Big Sight, East Halls 7 and 8 ■ Booth Number: P-003 ■ Admission Fee: Free (Pre-registration required) *For more details, please refer to the related links or feel free to contact us.

We would like to introduce a case study of the hybrid joint (3LII type) for bridge expansion devices, which excels in water resistance and durability. 【Case Study 1】 - Location: Kyoto Prefecture (Keiji Bypass, Keihan Overpass) - Client: Kyoto Expressway Office - Project Name: FY 2023 Replacement Work for Expansion Devices within the Jurisdiction of Kyoto Expressway Office - Construction Period: September 2024 - Product: Hybrid Joint 3LII-350 【Case Study 2】 - Location: Kyoto Prefecture (Keiji Bypass, Keihan Overpass) - Client: Kyoto Expressway Office - Project Name: FY 2023 Replacement Work for Expansion Devices within the Jurisdiction of Kyoto Expressway Office - Construction Period: November 2025 - Products: Hybrid Joint 3LII-150, 3LII-160 - Comment: The high evaluation of the construction results in 2024 led to continued adoption for the following year's project. The replacement with product joints has achieved water resistance, durability, and low noise. The standard specifications of non-drainage structure and secondary water stop materials have significantly reduced the risk of leakage under the girders. For more details, please contact us or request a catalog.

The Hybrid Joint NS-LL type and 3LIIA type have been tested under the fatigue durability test specified by NEXCO, confirming a durability of 50 years after 6 million load cycles. Furthermore, the 3LIIA type will undergo another fatigue loading test in November 2024. After 12 million load cycles, a durability of 100 years has been confirmed! This proves its ultra-long-term durability. Traditionally, expansion joints are often required to have a durability of around 30 years, but bridges are expected to last 100 years, so it is undeniable that expansion joints can shorten the lifespan of bridges. Our product, the Hybrid Joint, contributes to extending the lifespan of the expansion joint itself, thereby reducing lifecycle costs and promoting the longevity of bridges. We offer a wide range of products from small to large, accommodating expansion amounts from 20mm to 600mm. 【NS-LL Type Features】 ○ 50 years of durability and water-tightness ○ Ultra-low noise and low vibration ○ Steel vertical shape 【3LIIA Type Features】 ○ 100 years of durability ○ 50 years of water-tightness ○ Large expansion amount and wide gap For more details, please contact us or request a catalog.