The SPR-S is a seismic isolation bridge bearing that combines in a compact device, high damping rubber, and spring-confined lead plug(s) to achieve better seismic performance and cost savings due to a higher energy dissipation capacity.

The SPR is a rubber seismic isolator with confined lead plug(s) press-fit into one or more cavities. The lead plug deforms and dissipates seismic energy to minimize or eliminate structural damage during an earthquake.

Kawakin Hybrid Bearing combines a laminated rubber bearing and a pot bearing in a single device. This original device can accommodate larger rotations than conventional rubber bearings and provide remarkable cost savings.

The HDR-S is made of alternate layers of high damping rubber and steel. The unique rubber compound has been designed to combine friction and viscous damping to provide high energy dissipation capacity to the bridge isolator.

The KVD is Kawakin Viscous Damper for bridge applications. It uses a highly durable viscous silicon and provides stable damping even in extreme temperature variations thanks to its internal accumulator.

Chain type restrainer with energy dissipation capacity to avoid bridge collapse due to deck unseating in a strong earthquake.

Our patented stopper can accommodate displacements in longitudinal and transverse directions and provide restraint against uplift forces. A cost-effective device that effectively deals with unexpected seismic forces and displacements.

Our CORE-POT uses a confined rubber plate to accommodate deck rotations and a wear-resistant sliding material to absorb horizontal deck displacements.

Low-profile and compact bearing that uses a highly durable and thoroughly tested polyurethane elastomeric disc to withstand high vertical loads and accommodate rotations.

Our spherical bearing uses a high-strength brass spherical plate with a solid lubricant to provide a very durable and reliable bearing. It is a common choice as bridge bearing in the Japanese High-Speed Railway System.

Kawakin's line bearing is an easy-to-install and cost-effective support characterized by a simplified and compact structure. It is especially suitable for short-span bridges.

Kawakin Pin and Pin-Roller bearings are steel bridge bearings with excellent mechanical properties to achieve reliability and compact dimensions. It uses a special heat treatment for its steel rollers for a higher hardness and corrosion resistance.

Kawakin Pivot and Pivot-Roller bearings are steel bridge bearings designed for high vertical loading combined with large rotations in all directions. They are often used in suspension, truss, or curved bridges.

This bearing is recognized as a standard bearing for the Alweg type monorail. It was developed specifically to resist large uplift forces due to the train's movement.

The SPR-S is a seismic isolation bridge bearing that combines in a compact device, high damping rubber, and spring-confined lead plug(s) to achieve better seismic performance and cost savings due to a higher energy dissipation capacity.

Our CORE-POT uses a confined rubber plate to accommodate deck rotations and a wear-resistant sliding material to absorb horizontal deck displacements.

The SPR is a rubber seismic isolator with confined lead plug(s) press-fit into one or more cavities. The lead plug deforms and dissipates seismic energy to minimize or eliminate structural damage during an earthquake.

Kawakin Hybrid Bearing combines a laminated rubber bearing and a pot bearing in a single device. This original device can accommodate larger rotations than conventional rubber bearings and provide remarkable cost savings.

The HDR-S is made of alternate layers of high damping rubber and steel. The unique rubber compound has been designed to combine friction and viscous damping to provide high energy dissipation capacity to the bridge isolator.

Low-profile and compact bearing that uses a highly durable and thoroughly tested polyurethane elastomeric disc to withstand high vertical loads and accommodate rotations.

Our spherical bearing uses a high-strength brass spherical plate with a solid lubricant to provide a very durable and reliable bearing. It is a common choice as bridge bearing in the Japanese High-Speed Railway System.

Kawakin's line bearing is an easy-to-install and cost-effective support characterized by a simplified and compact structure. It is especially suitable for short-span bridges.

Kawakin Pin and Pin-Roller bearings are steel bridge bearings with excellent mechanical properties to achieve reliability and compact dimensions. It uses a special heat treatment for its steel rollers for a higher hardness and corrosion resistance.

Kawakin Pivot and Pivot-Roller bearings are steel bridge bearings designed for high vertical loading combined with large rotations in all directions. They are often used in suspension, truss, or curved bridges.

This bearing is recognized as a standard bearing for the Alweg type monorail. It was developed specifically to resist large uplift forces due to the train's movement.

This original joint from Kawakin, made of spheroidal graphite cast iron, presents excellent durability and waterproofing characteristics. Due to its low profile, it can be easily installed on new and existing bridges.

The Steel Finger Expansion Joint is specially designed to meet the strict requirements of the Japanese Highways standards. It is a very robust joint with a water-tightness structure to improve the durability of the bridge and decrease its life cycle costs.

The KM Top Barrier is a waterproof system for bridge expansion joints that integrates a rubber layer, a silicon coating, and dustproof foam to provide excellent elasticity, weather resistance, and durability.

Employing leading-edge technology, we developed this coating to prevent slippage and corrosion on expansion joints. The KM anti-slip coating provides high friction and is exceptionally durable.

TAPS is an anti-corrosion coating method developed in Japan that melts and projects an Al-Mg alloy wire onto the surface of steel plates and bolts. It creates a more effective and durable sacrificial protection layer than conventional galvanizing methods.

　The Kawakin K-Pro is a highly elastic coating applied to the rubber surface of elastomeric new or already installed elastomeric bearings to protect the rubber from ozone cracking and decrease life cycle costs.

The KVD is Kawakin Viscous Damper for bridge applications. It uses a highly durable viscous silicon and provides stable damping even in extreme temperature variations thanks to its internal accumulator.

Chain type restrainer with energy dissipation capacity to avoid bridge collapse due to deck unseating in a strong earthquake.

Our patented stopper can accommodate displacements in longitudinal and transverse directions and provide restraint against uplift forces. A cost-effective device that effectively deals with unexpected seismic forces and displacements.

As part of a bridge's waterproofing and drainage system, the catch basins are essential for the safety and long-term use of the structure. Kawakin has extensive experience manufacturing various types of catch basins using highly durable materials.

We offer a wide variety of long-lasting elastomeric bearings ranging from our CORE-PAD bearings, for short-span bridges, to large-size bearings with external loading plates and side blocks to transfer higher vertical and horizontal forces.

High-performance oil damper for seismically isolated buildings. The large damping added by the KYM eliminates seismic damage and reduces the dimensions and cost of the isolation bearings.

Compact, high-strength, and highly durable bearing widely used in Japan in seismically isolated buildings in combination with rubber bearings and energy dissipation dampers.

Toggle-brace-damper configuration that amplifies movements transmitted to the damper. Consequently, the size and number of dampers needed to decrease vibrations in a building are significantly reduced.

KYD is a cylindrical oil damper with an extensive track record in Japan. Its accumulator, special rubber sealings, and low working pressure provide a highly durable and stable performance.

A buckling restraint brace with a stable response under tension and compression forces. The length of the braces can be easily adjusted on-site, which reduces time and cost during installation.

A visually pleasing and easy-to-install steel pipe brace commonly used for seismic retrofit projects to strengthen the structure and reduce displacements induced by strong earthquakes.

Compact, high-strength, and highly durable bearing widely used in Japan in seismically isolated buildings in combination with rubber bearings and energy dissipation dampers.

KYD is a cylindrical oil damper with an extensive track record in Japan. Its accumulator, special rubber sealings, and low working pressure provide a highly durable and stable performance.

High-performance oil damper for seismically isolated buildings. The large damping added by the KYM eliminates seismic damage and reduces the dimensions and cost of the isolation bearings.

A buckling restraint brace with a stable response under tension and compression forces. The length of the braces can be easily adjusted on-site, which reduces time and cost during installation.

A visually pleasing and easy-to-install steel pipe brace commonly used for seismic retrofit projects to strengthen the structure and reduce displacements induced by strong earthquakes.

Toggle-brace-damper configuration that amplifies movements transmitted to the damper. Consequently, the size and number of dampers needed to decrease vibrations in a building are significantly reduced.