Sika launches online sealant specification tool

Sika has launched an online specification tool designed to aid architects and contractors with facade joint sealant selection.

The Sika Spec system provides a comprehensive output specification document that can be incorporated into contract documents.

Correct specification of a building sealant is imperative following the recent changes to Part L of the building regulations, which requires a 25 per cent reduction in CO2 emissions from new buildings.

Sika Spec provides a single source of information to provide users with a simple way of creating a specification, tailored to the exact requirements of their project.

Sika Spec comprises a comprehensive database offering a series of options for the user including: the designed movement joint, the type of building, the number of storeys and geographic considerations.

The user then selects the type of joint to be sealed, specifies the specific joint type, the colour or shade of sealant required and the maximum cyclic movement of joint.

Sika Spec generates a written specification and NBS format, with standard details available, which can be inserted into a project specification document.

Specifications are saved in password protected user accounts, enabling easy future access and the ability for users to create a portfolio of preferred sealant specifications.

Joint sealants can represent a fraction of 1 per cent of a typical build cost and the cost of the sealant.

Poor specification or lack of attention to the product choice can result in water ingress, air leakage, staining of natural stone facades or rainscreen cladding plus the associated cost with correction.

Sika Spec aims to provide specifiers and contractors with a simple way of ensuring the correct selection of product.

Sika's range of sealants is designed to work with a variety of substrates such as concrete, natural stone, brick and cement based boards and non masonry materials including coated metal, anodised aluminium, untreated aluminium, UPVC and timber.

Sika Spec is supported with ongoing development to ensure it meets any changes in building regulations and legislation.

It is updated with product changes, development and additions to maintain its position as the most comprehensive online joint sealant specification system that is currently available.

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