Plurality of concrete sections having a quadrilateral-shaped water-sealing article disposed therebetween

Abstract From the Canadian patent

A shaped, water-expandable water-sealing article used for sealing an area between a first section of at least partially cured concrete and a second, adjacent section of substantially uncured concrete. The clay water sealing article is in the shape of a quadrilateral, preferably a trapezoid and, is disposed to bridge an area between the two sections of concrete. Upon hydration of the clay contained within the shaped water sealing article expansion of, the clay creates expansion forces extending from a corner of the article that is surrounded by the uncured concrete, wherein the corner has an included angle greater than 90°, preferably at least 100°. The expansion force developed by the …