The JointLOCK is a unique mechanical reinforcing bar connector designed for use in high-rise construction, specifically for floors/walls and wall/wall connections. It is applicable whenever strong joints need to be formed between concrete elements.

JointLOCK has been designed to eliminate the need for bending and re-straightening of starter bars. This ensures bar strength is not compromised.

Product quality of JointLOCK is ensured :

• Intercast & Forge manufactures the cast section of the JointLOCK (to ISO9002).
• The bar is 500Plus Class N Reid Bar as manufactured by Onesteel Reinforcing.

JointLOCK connector and system has many features and benefits over existing convention, including :

• Ease of installation - Speeds up preparation of starter bar reinforcement for building element (e.g.. Floor/wall).
• Occupational Workplace Health and Safety benefits. i.e. reduced risk of repetitive task back injuries.
• Cost efficient.
• Stronger than currently used methods.
• Quality assurance during installation - Ease of installation inspection.
• No slippage/creep at joint.
• N.A.T.A. (National Australian Testing Authority) Tested.
• ISO9002 Manufacturer (Intercast & Forge)
• Australian made
• Does not require skilled labour to install.
• Prevents bending and re-bending of starter bars which can lead to reduced bar strength.

Utilisation of JointLOCK is beneficial to workplace safety on site. Unlike existing joint systems, JointLOCK does not require any repetitive installation activities which have the potential to result in back injuries and strains.

JointLOCK is so simple to install; it speeds the installation of starter bar reinforcement for building elements. (e.g. floor/wall).

Wherever very high strength bonds need to be made between concrete elements, such as the lift cores in high-rise buildings and the floors and walls which are attached to those lift cores, the JointLOCK provides the perfect connection. The modern Structural Engineer can eliminate all of the many problems and shortcomings associated with bending and re-straightening reinforcing bar.

Core Wall/Floor and Core Wall/Shear Wall Joints	Slab/Slab Joints	Stair Landing/Core Wall Joints

JointLOCK is to be used in conjunction with a reusable rebate and a particular bent loop bar for speed, low cost and ease of use for the contractor. JointLOCK's should not be used in conjunction with any other rebate system without Adjusta's written approval.

The reinforcing loops are fitted with reusable locating inserts and then fitted in the matching recesses in the rebate. The rebate is then fixed to the formwork shutter. Care must be taken to align reinforcing loops to miss wall reinforcing when the shutter is closed.

When the shutter is opened, the rebate will be removed with it exposing the concrete rebate and reusable locating inserts. The locating inserts are to be carefully removed for re-use and a JointLOCK is to be fitted to each exposed reinforcing loop and fixed with a steel tie.