Bitumen-Impregnated Fibreboard - Expansion Joint Filler & Protection Board
MAK supplies bitumen-impregnated wood fibre boards for expansion joint filling and protection applications in construction and waterproofing. Manufactured from European timber sourced from strictly controlled and sustainable forests, these boards offer high water resistance, high compression strength, and long durability. Supplied through MAK's UAE and EU-registered trading operations for bulk buyers across the GCC and Europe.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The boards are woodfibre softboards impregnated with bitumen (available in 10%, 20%, or 35% bitumen content), giving high water resistance and long-term durability. Complies with ASTM and British Standards, suitable for use across North America, the UK, the Middle East, and Asia.
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APPLICATION AREAS
Expansion Joint Filler Board (used in concrete slabs and wall construction):
- Airport aprons and taxiways
- Roads
- Retail parks and similar concrete construction projects
Protection Board (used for pressure-sensitive waterproofing membranes):
- Basements
- Retaining walls
- Lift pits
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Standards and Compliance
- Produced according to: EN 13986
- Porous wood fibre insulating board according to: EN 622-4
- Fire class according to EN 13501-1: Class E
- Complies with ASTM D 1751-04
- Test procedure according to ASTM D 545-99
Physical Properties
- Bitumen content: 10%, 20%, or 35%
- Density: approx. 230 kg/m3 (10%, 20% bitumen); at least 310 kg/m3 (35% bitumen)
- Board composition: Ligno-cellulosic fibres, asphalt
- Resistance to handling: must not deform or break under normal handling
Performance Testing (per ASTM D 1751-04 / ASTM D 545-99)
- Compression stress (nominal thickness under 13mm): P ≤ 8618 kPa
- Compression stress (nominal thickness 13mm and above): 689 kPa ≤ P ≤ 5175 kPa
- Weight loss during 50% compression: 3% maximum
- Recovery within 10 minutes after 50% compression: 70% minimum
- Extrusion at 50% compression: 6.4mm maximum
- 24-hour volume water absorption (under 13mm): 20% maximum
- 24-hour volume water absorption (13mm and above): 15% maximum
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AVAILABLE FORMATS AND DIMENSIONS
Standard Panel Sizes
- 2250mm x 1180mm
- 2440mm x 1220mm
- 4ft x 8ft
Available Thicknesses
- 8mm to 25mm (10mm, 12mm, 18mm, 20mm, 25mm as standard; custom thicknesses on request)
Standard bitumen grades: B10 (10% bitumen content) and B35 (35% bitumen content)
Custom cut strips available according to buyer specifications.
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PACKAGING AND AVAILABLE QUANTITIES
- Standard palletized delivery
- Approximately 24 pallets per truck, 20 pallets per container (varies by thickness)
- Custom sizes and quantities available on request
- Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): to be confirmed per shipment, contact our trade desk for current MOQ and lead times
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ORIGIN AND DOCUMENTATION
- Manufactured from certified European timber sourced from sustainable forests
- Verified international supply chain
- Documentation provided on request: Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Certificate of Origin, CE certification (where applicable)
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REGULATORY COMPLIANCE AND REGISTRATIONS
MAK operates under verified legal and regulatory registrations across both the UAE and European Union:
- UAE Trade License: No. CN-3025916, Al Ain, UAE
- Tax Registration: TRN 104597118900003 (UAE) and VAT NL828285524B01 (Netherlands, EU)
- EORI Registration (EU): Enabling customs clearance and cross-border trade within the European Union
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OUR TRADING OPERATIONS
UAE Headquarters
Villa 19, St 15, Sheikh Khalifa, Al Ain, UAE
Serving GCC and MENA buyers directly.
Europe Branch - Rotterdam, Netherlands
Strevelsweg 700, 3083 AS Rotterdam
Operated in partnership with BMG International, Italy.
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DELIVERY AND PORT OPTIONS
For large-volume orders, MAK arranges bulk delivery to a port near the buyer's location. Delivery can be coordinated via:
- Gulf ports (Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port, and other GCC terminals) for Middle East buyers
- European ports (Rotterdam and other major EU terminals) for buyers across Europe
- Alternative ports upon request, subject to availability and route feasibility
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BOOKING AND RESERVATION TERMS
1. Quotation: All orders begin with a formal quote request specifying quantity, thickness, bitumen grade, destination, and preferred Incoterm (FOB, CIF, CFR, DAP, or EXW).
2. Order Confirmation: Upon price agreement, a Proforma Invoice or Sales Contract is issued.
3. Payment Terms: Telegraphic Transfer (T/T) or Letter of Credit (L/C).
4. Lead Time: Provided at time of quotation based on order volume and availability.
5. Quality Claims: Must be raised in writing within 7 business days, supported by an independent inspection report.
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For technical documentation or bulk inquiries, contact our trade desk directly:
info@mahaweralkhalij.com | +971 52 220 1004