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1A-Formworks - UAP-Dubai - FLEA 2013 PDF
1A-Formworks - UAP-Dubai - FLEA 2013 PDF
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FORMWORK - used to shape and support fresh concrete until cured and able to support itself.
SHORING - temporary supports designed to carry forms for beams and slabs
FORMS FOR CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION
Materials used for form construction are:
1. LUMBER FORMS
should only be partially seasoned.
2. PLYWOOD FORMS.
used where a smooth surface is required
should be waterproof, Grade A and at least thick.
3. STEEL FORMS
may be in the form of pans for concrete joist construction or steel decking or corrugated steel
for concrete slabs and slab-and-joist construction.
4. FIBER BOARDS
Adjustable Metal
Shores
Braced T- and L-
heads Bracing
Single Post Wood
Shore Sill
HORIZONTAL PLYWOOD
WALERS SHEATHING
BRACING
FORM TIES
Adjustable
Braces
Fixed Braces
Rapidshor Heads Adjustable Jacks
5. Additional
ledgers and braces
can now be added,
with additional
braces.
8. Primary beams
can be positioned,
clamped and levels
checked.
9. Secondary
beams can be
positioned and
clamped to primary
beams, plywood
decking to follow.
HEAD
ADJUSTABLE JACK
SCAFFOLDING
LEDGERS
DIAGONAL BRACE
STANDARDS
ADJUSTABLE JACK
BASE