Dseal DriveSafe SS Cover

Dseal DriveSafe SS Cover is a heavy-duty steel and stainless-steel floor expansion joint for industrial, logistics and public-traffic environments — a comb-plate, ridge-free cover engineered for the most demanding loads, up to 19 t/axle and 600 kN, across gaps to 250 mm.

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Dseal DriveSafe SS Cover is an all-metal floor expansion joint engineered to withstand extremely heavy loads — load-handling equipment, fork-lift trucks and lorries. The comb-shaped top cover plate and central support plate are supplied in hardened steel or stainless steel (304/316) to suit the strength required and the working environment, and the special profile eliminates any ridge or vibration as vehicles pass over the joint.

It is suitable for heavy loads of up to 19 tonnes per axle and traffic from fork-lift trucks on solid tyres, HGVs, pallet trucks and other vehicles on pneumatic tyres. The standard joint has a section with a central flange for alignment; the STF60-L type uses a stainless-steel central support with a more limited gap width and movement range.

Available for joint gaps up to 250 mm with movement of +/-15 to +/-20 mm and load capacity from 60-140 kN in standard steel up to 600 kN in hardened steel, DriveSafe SS Cover suits all floor finishes (concrete, screed, tile). Correct mounting is essential — contact Dseal for the relevant technical instructions and lengths.

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Key Benefits

All-metal comb-plate cover for intensive heavy-duty traffic
Ridge-free, low-vibration profile — smooth transit for wheels
Hardened steel or stainless steel (304/316) to suit the environment
Carries up to 19 t/axle; load capacity up to 600 kN (hardened steel)
Handles wide joint gaps up to 250 mm
Suits all floor finishes — concrete, screed, tiles

Applications

Industrial floors, factories and warehouses
Logistics and distribution centres with fork-lift and HGV traffic
Stations and airports
Shopping centres and multi-storey car parks
Loading bays and heavy goods-handling areas

Features & Construction

Comb-shaped top cover plate (interleaving fingers) for smooth load transfer
Central support / central flange for alignment (STF60-L = SS central support)
Top and support parts in hardened steel or stainless steel 304/316
Steel bases; ridge-free, low-vibration surface
Four sizes: DS-PJ 40 / 100 / 200 / 250 covering gaps 0-250 mm
DS-PJ 100 can be supplied with or without a central pin

Technical Specifications

Type	All-metal comb-plate floor joint
Material	Hardened steel or stainless steel 304/316
Max joint gap	250 mm
Movement	+/-15 to +/-20 mm
Load capacity	60-140 kN (steel), up to 600 kN (hardened)
Max axle load	19 t/axle
Height	26-28 mm
Version	Flat only
Finishes	Concrete, screed, tiles

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Installation Guide

Prepare and clean both joint edges, forming the recess to suit the selected DS-PJ size and floor finish.
Set the steel base sections along each edge, flush and level with the finished floor, maintaining the correct gap for the size.
For the standard section, align on the central flange; for the STF60-L type, position the stainless-steel central support.
Anchor the bases securely per the technical instructions for the traffic loading (this is critical for heavy-duty performance).
Fit the comb-shaped top cover / support plates (hardened or stainless steel as specified) and confirm the surface is ridge-free and flush.
Check the full run transits smoothly for fork-lift and HGV traffic before handover; contact Dseal for the relevant mounting instructions.

Maintenance & Care

DriveSafe SS Cover is a solid all-metal system built for the toughest floors and needs minimal upkeep. Clear grit and debris from the comb plates and joint regularly, and wash with water and a neutral detergent.

Inspect the cover, central support and anchors during routine floor checks — especially in braking and turning zones — and re-tighten any loose fixings so the joint stays level and ridge-free.

FAQs

DriveSafe SS Cover — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Dseal DriveSafe SS Cover?

It is a heavy-duty, all-metal floor expansion joint with a comb-shaped steel or stainless-steel cover, engineered for the most demanding loads — fork-lifts, HGVs and pallet trucks — across joint gaps up to 250 mm.

How much load can it carry?

Load capacity is 60-140 kN in standard steel and up to 600 kN in hardened steel, suitable for up to 19 tonnes per axle (stated for a 200 x 200 mm pneumatic-tyre contact surface in the initial position).

What joint gaps and movement does it cover?

Four sizes cover gaps from 0 to 250 mm: DS-PJ 40 (0-40), DS-PJ 100 (40-100), DS-PJ 200 (100-200) and DS-PJ 250 (200-250), with movement of +/-15 to +/-20 mm.

Steel or stainless steel?

The comb-shaped top cover and central support can be supplied in hardened steel or stainless steel (304/316), chosen for the strength required and the working environment.

Why is the profile ridge-free?

The comb-shaped interleaving cover eliminates any ridge or vibration as vehicles pass over the joint, giving a smooth, low-vibration transit for wheeled traffic.

What is the STF60-L type?

It is a variant with a stainless-steel central support, offering a more limited gap width and movement range than the standard central-flange section.

Where is DriveSafe SS Cover used?

Industrial floors, factories and warehouses, logistics and distribution centres, stations, airports, shopping centres and car parks — anywhere with intensive heavy-duty traffic.

Who manufactures it?

It is manufactured and supplied in India by Dseal Solutions Private Limited. Use the WhatsApp, Call or Email buttons on this page to request pricing, drawings and a recommendation.

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