Author:
Shri Anuraag Srivastava,
Technology Development and Operations,
DIAMANT TRIUMPH
In railway bridges and industrial construction, gap between structural elements is a persistent challenge. Whether it’s unevenness in bridge bearings, steel-to-concrete or steel-to-elastomer interfaces, or misalignments in complex assemblies, achieving full-surface, force-fit contact is crucial for structural integrity and long-term performance. DIAMANT MM1018, a German-engineered liquid shim system, provides a high-precision, field- proven solution that eliminates air gaps and ensures 100% load transfer-even under the most extreme conditions.
Global Certifications, Trusted Performance:
MM1018 holds international approvals, including Germany’s DiBT certification, along with creep resistance and cyclic fatigue validation under dynamic loads. These credentials make it the material of choice worldwide-across bridges, power plants, refineries and heavy machinery foundations.
Common Gap Scenarios in Heavy Engineering:
Structural gaps and misalignments often occur due to surface unevenness, machining tolerances, or installation errors. Typical use cases include:
- Steel-Steel connections (e.g., girders to sole plates)
- Elastomer-Steel interfaces (e.g., neoprene pads to steel supports)
- Elastomer-Concrete interfaces (e.g., elastomeric bearings on piers)
- Steel-Concrete connections (e.g., base plates to foundations)
Unchecked, these gaps can cause uneven load distribution, vibration, component wear, and even structural failures.
Why Choose MM1018?
- Full-Surface Contact, Force-Fit Bonding Fills gaps up to 140 mm, delivering compressive strength over 160 MPa.
- Creep & Fatigue Resistant Sustains performance under static and dynamic cyclic loads.
- No Machining or Welding Required Speeds up installation and reduces cost and downtime.
- Versatile & Fast Curing Ready within 4–24 hours; ideal for remote, high-altitude, or marine sites.
Durable & Reliable Chemically resistant, weatherproof, and shrink-free-built for decades of service.
Proven in Iconic Indian Projects:
- Chenab Bridge, Jammu & Kashmir MM1018 FL was applied at the arch base of the world’s highest railway bridge, compensating curved surface gaps and enabling precision load transfer without rework.
- Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar During a bearing replacement drive, MM1018 enabled efficient realignment and grouting, minimizing downtime and enhancing structural safety.
- Bogibeel Rail-Cum-Road Bridge, Assam Used in steel interfaces to prevent micro-movements under heavy rail traffic, ensuring long-term stability.
- Kosi Mega Bridge & Arrah-Chapra Bridge Applied during modular bearing installation for leveling elastomer-concrete and steel-steel interfaces with precision.
Built for the Future of Infrastructure:
Whether you’re erecting a railway bridge, or a road bridge, MM1018 offers reliable, permanent bonding across steel, concrete, and elastomeric materials. Its versatility makes it indispensable for EPC contractors, structural consultants, and project owners alike. From Europe’s offshore platforms to India’s mega infrastructure projects, MM1018 is redefining how precision meets performance in modern engineering.
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