Depending on the requirements and area of application, special Butyl sealants and SMP- and silicone-based adhesives/sealants for industrial use are available for the various constructions and sealing systems.

Butyl round cords are used, among other things, for joints and seals that can also be detached again later, e.g. in the case of a repair, and for areas without a visible joint edge. Special self-adhesive Butyl round cords are also used in the caravan industry as round profiles with an injected "core". The core is used, among other things, as a spacer and at the same time as dimensional stability and tear protection during processing.

EGOFLOTT is a sprayable one-component sealant based on Butyl rubber with plasto-elastic properties and good UV and weather resistance. In case of repair, the connection can also be dissolved again. Im Reparaturfall kann die Verbindung auch wieder gelöst werden. EGOFLOTT is used for permanent sealing of joints, bumps, grooves, overlaps and sheet metal protrusions as well as between plywood flooring and metal frames.

The self-adhesive, aluminum-coated, Butyl rubber-based sealing tape EGOTAPE 2000 can be used to quickly seal water leaks. The lamination consists of a tear-resistant aluminum foil that is permanently bonded to the Butyl and is resistant to aging, weathering and UV. The one-sided self-adhesive sealing tape is immediately functional, even without Primer, and there is no curing time.

Basically, the caravan should be checked for leaks at regular intervals to increase its lifetime. Fogged up interior windows and a musty smell can be the first warning signs, especially if the windows start to fog up even though the caravan is not being used. In this case, the air humidity in the interior should be checked immediately and the caravan should be inspected for possible water or moisture ingress, which can appear in the form of water spots, for example. Of particular importance here are the windows, roof hatches, window seals, subsequently attached screw connections and connections of the walls to the roof.

EGO-Butyl can be used to make removable and permanently plastic seals. The Butyl does not harden and remains plastic. This means that the seals can be dismantled again later.

Special self-adhesive Butyl round cords with a core are used here. The core serves, among other things, as a spacer and at the same time as dimensional stability and tear protection during application.

EGO sealants can be processed with commercially available tools and the EGO SMOOTHING AGENT.  The smoothing agent is specially adapted to the processing of silicones and SMP and enables the best results here.

Sealing a caravan protects the vehicle from moisture ingress and other damage that can be caused by water. This also ensures the longevity.

The risks are mold growth and also damage to components and the interior of the caravan. These risks entail expensive repairs, sometimes components have to be replaced completely. Mold infestation is not to be taken lightly: It is dangerous to health.

All exterior components that can come into contact with water must be sealed waterproof. Roof, windows, skylights and also subsequent extensions are particularly at risk.

Due to tiny holes, loose screws, defective sealing at the panes, connecting edges with brittle sealant

• improper installation or waterproofing carried out without professional knowledge and experience
• the sealant used does not withstand UV radiation, temperature differences and weather conditions
• rubber seals can shrink and become hard and brittle with the aging process

• On the underside (transition from the underside to the side panel)
• On the sides (side windows, exhaust chimney, external sockets, side flaps, ...)
• Connections (transition from the roof to the outer walls)
• On the roof (roof hood, exhaust stack, mounting holes)
• At the front or rear (bow window, rear window, maneuvering handles, gas box, position lights, ...)

When sealing the windows, it is important to use an elastic sealant. Windows expand when exposed to heat. First, the cause of moisture ingress must be determined and prompt professional repair and resealing must be carried out. The selection of a suitable sealant depends, among other things, on the construction and the installed windows and materials. Butyl-based sealants are used here, e.g. as Butyl round cord or Butyl compound such as EGOFLOTT. These are resistant to aging and are suitable for permanent sealing and can also be removed again during repair work.