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isolation joint

isolation joint

A joint that separates one concrete section from another so that each one can move independently; found in floors, at columns, and at junctions between the floor and walls.
See also: Joint
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isolation joint

A joint, such as an expansion joint, between two adjacent structures which are not in physical contact.
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