Diamond Dowel Plate

Product Specification

This specialized component is designed to enhance the structural integrity and durability of floors subjected to heavy loads, extreme wear, or dynamic stress. These plates are commonly found in settings like warehouses, factories, loading docks, and commercial spaces where flooring must endure high traffic, machinery, and sometimes heavy vehicular movement.

What is a Diamond Dowel Plate?

The diamond dowel plate is typically made of high-strength steel or alloy materials and features a dowel bar pattern that resembles the shape of a diamond. These plates serve as connectors that interlock the adjacent slabs or segments of the floor. The diamond shape is specifically designed for better alignment and load transfer, reducing the risk of floor cracking or misalignment over time.

Purpose in Armour Joint Flooring

The term armour joint refers to a reinforced joint system used to withstand the stress of heavy loads and prevent damage to the floor surface. In this context, the diamond dowel plate plays a key role by

• Improving Load Distribution - The dowel bars embedded in the plate distribute heavy loads more evenly across the surface of the floor, which helps prevent localized damage.

• Minimizing Cracking - By ensuring that the adjacent floor slabs stay aligned even under extreme pressure, the diamond dowel plate helps to avoid the formation of cracks, especially in industrial settings where large machinery or vehicles operate.

• Ensuring Joint Integrity - Over time, the movement of the flooring materials due to temperature changes, moisture, or heavy loads can cause joints to shift or loosen. The diamond dowel plate secures the joints firmly, preventing premature failure.

• Increased Durability - The use of high-strength materials and diamond-shaped reinforcement makes these plates more durable and resistant to wear, which is crucial for flooring exposed to constant stress.

Sizes of the Plate

• 110mm * 110mm * 6mm

• 110mm * 110mm * 8mm

• 110mm * 110mm * 10mm

Design Features

• Shape and Size - The diamond shape of the plate aids in preventing lateral movement between the slabs, which is especially beneficial when the floor experiences repeated compressive forces. The size and number of dowels depend on the thickness of the floor and the expected load.

• Ease of Installation - These plates are designed to fit seamlessly into pre-formed slots or grooves in the flooring system. Their installation is relatively straightforward, which helps reduce labor costs and installation time.

Applications

Diamond dowel plates are commonly used in

• Industrial Floors - Warehouses, factories, and other industrial settings where heavy machinery is in use.

• Loading Docks - Areas where forklifts, trucks, and other heavy vehicles frequently traverse.

• Concrete Pavements - Particularly where load-bearing joints need reinforcement.

• Commercial Flooring - Locations with high foot traffic and vehicle movement, such as shopping centers and parking garages.

Benefits

• Enhanced Structural Integrity - The plate’s role in distributing forces ensures the longevity of the floor.

• Cost Efficiency - By minimizing repairs and floor replacements, diamond dowel plates can offer long-term savings.

• Customization - These plates can be customized in terms of size, material, and shape to meet the specific needs of different floor applications.

the diamond dowel plate is a vital component in the construction of armour joints for flooring, providing strength, stability, and longevity to floors that must endure substantial mechanical forces. Its application ensures that the flooring system remains intact under heavy loads, preventing cracks and joint failures.