The effectiveness of bridge expansion joints is very significant in the life expectancy of bridges.

Recognition of the need for high standards of waterproofing to prevent the ingress of water and salt into bridge structures has focused attention on the importance of bridge joints.

The Bridge Joint Association members are the leading specialist UK manufacturers and installers of bridge expansion joints whose principal aim is to raise standards within the industry.

The Association's main objectives are:

(a) Foster research and technical development

(b) Maintain and improve standards of design, manufacture and installation.

(c) To co-operate with Government Departments, Public Authorities and others who are concerned with the use of bridge joints.

(d) To represent the interests of the UK bridge expansion joint industry in the preparation of British Standards, European Standards and in other developments within the UK and EU.