ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES

ADVANCED FORMWORKS SYSTEMS

ASSIGNEMENT – VI
SOMESH SIDDHARTH (A1988520002)
SEMESTER –I
M.ARCH
(ASAP)

Under the Supervision of

Ar. Rajeev Sinha

Lecturer of
ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOHGIES [ARCH644]

AMITY SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING

AMITY UNIVERSITY UTTER PRADESH
SECTOR 125, NOIDA -201303, UTTAR PRADESH, INDIA

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ADVANCED FORMWORKS
Formwork means Mold which means it is the casing into which the casting material, usually concrete,
is poured to obtain the desired structural shape. In construction industry formwork is similar to a mold to
cast concrete member in different shape and sizes using different types of materials such as timber, steel,
aluminium, plastic, etc. Shuttering is a synonym term used for form-work.
Types:
Timber Forms: The Timber formwork is one of the mostly used in construction industry, fabricated on site
using timber. It is easy to produce but time-consuming for larger structures. Plywood facing has a short
lifespan. Timber is easy to fix, remove and lightweight. Timber Shuttering is most flexible type of
shuttering; it can be used for any shape and size.
Plywood forms: Plywood is an artificially manufactured wooden material available in different thickness
and size used in formwork for concrete member. It is strong enough, durable and light weight. Plywood is
one of the mostly used materials for sheathing, decking and form linings in shuttering.
Steel Forms: Steel formwork is now becoming popular due to its long-life time and multiple time reuses.
Steel formwork is costly but can be used for large number of projects. Steel shuttering gives very smooth
finishes to concrete surface. It is suitable for circular or curved structures such as tanks, columns, chimneys,
sewer, tunnel and retaining wall.
Aluminium Form work: Aluminium formwork is similar in many respects similar to those made of steel.
Aluminium forms are lighter than steel forms due to low density and this is their primary advantage when
compared to steel. The shuttering is economical if large numbers of repeating usage is made in construction.
The disadvantage is that no alteration is possible once the formwork is constructed.
Plastic Formwork: Plastic form work is a lightweight modular, interlocking system and can be used more
than 100 times. It can be used for simple concrete structures. This type of shuttering is becoming popular for
similar shape and large housing scheme.
Fabric Formwork: Fabric formwork is emerging technology in shuttering industry for construction of
irregular shape and complex member. The flexibility of this material makes it possible to produce concrete
at any shape.
Coffor Formwork: Coffor is a stay in place formwork system. It is composed of two filtering grids which is
reinforced by vertical stiffeners and linked by articulated connectors which can be folded to transport on
site. Coffor remains in place after concrete is poured and acts as reinforcement. Coffor is transported to the
site prefabricated from the factory. This type of shuttering can be used for any type of structure like houses,
multistorey buildings etc.

SLIP FORMWORK
Slipform construction is a construction method for tall structures. The formwork is raised vertically in a
continuous process.
Slip form is a method of construction in which concrete is poured into the top of a continuously moving
formwork. As the concrete is poured, the formwork is raised vertically at a speed which allows the
concrete to harden before it is free from the formwork at the bottom.
It is a self-contained formwork system and can require little crane-time during construction. This system
can be used to form any regular shape or core.
The formwork rises continuously, at a rate of about 300mm per hour, supporting itself on the core and not
relying on support or access from other parts of the building or permanent works.
Commonly, the formwork has three platforms: The upper platform acts as a storage and distribution area
while the middle platform, which is the main working platform, is at the top of the poured concrete level.
The lower platform provides access for concrete finishing.
While the formwork grows upwards – concrete is continuously poured into a steel form. Forming,
reinforcing and after treating are executed concurrently. As the concrete gradually cures, the slipform
creates a seamless concrete structure in one pour from the bottom to the top. In general, the works are
carried out in 24 hours shift rotations, but slip forming only during the day is possible, as well.
Slipform is undoubtedly the fastest and most economical construction method available for high-rise
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concrete structures. The technique offers a construction rate of 4m-8m per 24h (about 5-7 times faster
compared with conventional methods).
Slipform is also a very safe construction method since there is no need for continuous dismantling and
re-assembly of formwork by crane during the construction phase– the complete set-up is assembled
only once at ground level before “take-off”. During an entire construction project, this also saves a lot of
time.

The types of structure that are most commonly constructed used slip forming techniques include:
 Service cores
 Lift and stair shafts
 Silos
 Chimneys
 Concrete gravity structures such as oil platforms.
 Bridge pylons and piers
 Mine headgear towers
 Shaft linings
 Surge shafts
 Liquid containment vessels

Two types of work are mainly carried out by slipform techniques, namely, Vertical Slip forming and
Slipform Paving.
Vertical Slip forming
A slipform consists of a framework of horizontal walings and vertical yokes. The slipform panels are
connected to each other on inside of the walings. Each side of slipform is connected to vertical yokes
that keep panels in position. The jacks for lifting of form are installed on horizontal crossbeam between
yokes. When slipform is lifted, all the jacks are activated simultaneously. Hydraulic driven jack is most
commonly used. The slipform panel is normally between 1.1 and 1.3 meters high and made up of steel
plates.

The slipform panels normally have an inclination in vertical plane in order to make panel self -clearing in
relation to concrete wall. The inclination depends on stiffness of the slipform panel and concrete
pressure. The slipform panel has variable stiffness depending on position and dimension of each yokes
and walings.
Slipform operation is a continuous working process where the slipform is kept close to full of concrete
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while it is lifted stepwise. The concrete is placed in 100 to 250 mm thick layers whenever the freeboard
height is sufficient. The slipform rate is adjusted so that initial set in concrete occur between 200 to 400 mm
above bottom of the panel. Depending on inclination of panel, concrete detach the slipform panel above the
hardening front where concrete skeleton is rigid enough to resist back sliding. The slipform rate is planned
based on complexity of concrete structure, skills of the work force and available inventory of materials.
The setting time of concrete is adjusted to fit planned slipform rate. The setting time of concrete depends on
the temperature, concrete composition, and properties of the cement. Concrete setting time is adjusted by
using admixtures like retarder or accelerator.
Slipform temperature and transfer of heat from lower concrete layer are taken into consideration when
calculating setting time for concrete.
The lifting of the panel is carried out at regular intervals depending on the slipform rate. The lifting height is
adjusted from 10 to 25 mm depending on desired frequency of lifting. With a hydraulic system, lifting
operation is carried out by increasing oil pressure. When oil pressure is sufficient to overcome friction and
weight of the form, slipform starts to lift. After slipform is lifted, the form is let d own until brakes of the
jacks are activated, normally 2 mm downwards.

Slipform Components and Their Functions

Yoke Legs
Yoke legs are used to lift the slipform structure as one integral unit, transfer lifting reactions to jacks and
acts as the main connecting member for walkway platforms, masons’ scaffold, yoke beams, top platforms,
etc.
Walkway Bracket (Inside and Outside)
Inside and outside brackets are connected with the respective yoke legs with the help of a pin for easy
erection and dismantling along with a pipe strut to support cantilever portion to facilitate placing of
concrete, placing of reinforcement, vibration, fixing inserts, block outs, pockets, etc.
Shutters and Walers
The function of shutters and waler assemblies is to maintain correct profile of structure to be slip formed and
resist concreting pressure.
Lifting Jacks
Lifting jacks facilitate lifting of Slipform assembly. Jacks are to be suitably located preferably at equal
intervals to enable to lift slipform as one integral unit. Capacity of jacks is decided depending upon the
reactions at point of lifting.
Jacking/Climbing Rods
Jacking rods are normally located centrally in the wall to be cast or at equal distance in yoke beams
depending upon the number of jacks. The jacking rods are generally of 48mm, 32mm, or 25mm in
diameter based upon the capacity of jacks. The lifting jack climbs over the jack rod. The entire load of
the Slipform assembly is transferred to jacking rods when jacks are energized.
Hydraulic Pump
Hydraulic pumps are provided to circulate required quantity of hydraulic oil at desired pressure for
energizing jacks to lift the assembly and facilitate its uniform lifting.
Tapered Sleeve
Tapered sleeve tubes are provided to prevent fresh concrete coming in contact with jack rods, thus,
facilitates extraction of jack rods later. Taper sleeves are attached to yoke beam and move along with
slipform and create a hole in concrete around jack rod.
Over Yoke Beam
Yoke Beams Yoke is main connecting member between inside and outside yoke legs. Two yoke beams
are connected at bottom portion of yoke legs and a single yoke beam is connected at top portion. Jacks
are mounted over yoke beams. Yoke beam transfers lifting forces of jacks to yoke legs. A slipform jack
fixed in position over yoke beam is illustrated in Figure 2.
Waler Shoe Two waler shoes are provided on each of inside and outside yoke legs. Waler shoes are
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connected to yoke legs and waler pipes with the help of full threaded bolts. The functions of waler shoe
are to adjust inclination of the shutter, adjusting the inclination of yokes and transfer reactions from
waler pipes to yoke legs.
Central Ring and Tie Rod Assembly Central ring and tie rod assembly is provided to retain shape of
structure to be slip formed. Central ring and flying tie rod assembly moves along with slipform.
Tapered Cross Section
Adjustments are made for inclination of wall, radius and wall thickness if structure under construction has
tapered cross section. For inclination of wall, the yoke legs are positioned in such a way that thickness of
wall at top and bottom varies. Generally, by providing about 2 mm less to shutter arrangement at top and 2
mm more at bottom, shutter inclination differs by 4 mm per meter vertical height of wall for both inside and
outside shutter. The additional taper of yokes prevents drag of form panel with concrete. The adjustment for
varying radius is done by means of radius screws. Two wall thickness screws, one on inside yoke leg and
one on outside yoke leg are provided for changing thickness of wall.

There are three platforms supported on yokes. The top platform also known as “Top Deck” is used f or
receiving and distributing concrete, other materials and operating men, second level platform is provided
inside and outside at the level of form panels to facilitate vibration of concrete, tying of reinforcement,
fixing of inserts and pockets, etc. and third platform is provided below form panel for masons to finish
concrete exposed from slipform shutter, to expose inserts, dowels, etc. and for curing of concrete.
Operations in Vertical Slip forming
Slip forming is not always the most efficient erection method for concrete. Each project is evaluated for
suitability and economics of slip forming technology.
Design and Assembly of Form and Jacks
Several design considerations are taken into account for designing a slipform system. Slip forms are
typically constructed of 20 mm waterproof shuttering plywood sheet & steel. Forms are coated in
plastics to reduce friction and extend life of form for large pours. Forms are typically 1.2–1.5 m in
height, and battered 4 mm/1200 mm vertically to reduce form friction and concrete tear out.

Jacking system supports the slipform. The jacking system resists form, platform, crew and transferred
hydrostatic concrete pressures from yokes and form whalers. These pneumatic or hydraulic jacks are
high capacity that is 3–25 Tonnes each. Jack placement depends on vertical forces and lateral pressures
of the form. Jacks are limited by the strength of jack legs, vertical steel members placed inside form
walls for vertical movement, which they ride on. Jacks are placed in such a manner that forces on the
form is resisted for a uniform vertical lift.

The assembling of vertical slipform carried out by casting the starter and checking the starter for correctness
in level and diameter and chipping and making corrections, if required. Subsequently, activities like
positioning vertical and horizontal reinforcement for correct cover, fixing inside and outside staging
brackets/erecting scaffold pipes and timber runners, connecting the walkway brackets and checking its level,
tying vertical and horizontal reinforcement up to shutter top height, marking the position of inside and
outside yokes in the starter and ensuring that three sets of yoke are located in between two tower verticals
follows.
It further involves assembling the inside form panel, introducing MS washers at regular intervals and fixing
top and bottom waler pipes, fixing timber supports both horizontal and inclined to align the shutter, fixing
the waler shoe and inside-outside yoke legs, adjusting waler shoe and checking Its verticality, keeping
timber supports for waler shoe, aligning form panel by supports and fixing yoke beams one at top and
another at bottom with check for verticality of yoke beam with spirit level, fixing inside and outside
walkway brackets and finishing final alignment by suitably adjusting waler shoe bolts, ensuring that all
walers are touching form panels, fixing the timber decking, fixing top platform pipes with pipe guides,
fixing jacks and making hydraulic pipe connections, testing jacks and hydraulic
pipes for leakages and replacing wherever required, fixing two sets of flying tie rod assembly, properly
supporting the central ring and uniformly tightening the turn buckles located diametrically opposite,

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fixing tapered sleeves for jack rods, energizing slipform after filling form and removing temporary
supports, fixing inside and outside hanging scaffold and doing planking and tying safety nets.
The progress of Slipform is mainly affected by timely tying of reinforcement bars. In view of constraints
of space certain precautions are considered while making schedule, for example, in view of convenience
in lifting and handling the length of vertical and horizontal bars is restricted to 5 m, the diagonal bars
around openings are avoided, stirrups are taken in two pieces only, alternate bars are placed nearby as
substitutes for verticals in yoke beam locations.

Proper concreting of slipform is essential for successful completion of the structure. Designed mix
slightly sandy with round aggregate is used with ascertained initial setting time with or without retarders
in accordance with atmospheric conditions and designed rate of slipform movement. Additional
precautions such as proper insulation of form panels, heating system f or platforms, heating of ‘mixing
water’ with boilers, heating of aggregates, slowing down the lifting rate of form, heating the shutter
during cold weather concreting are taken.

Concrete is delivered to the form either with the help of crane and bucket or pumping. Concrete is
bucketed to hoppers on the top deck and then distributed to the form walls for placement. Concrete is
pumped into a large hopper on working decks and then distributed to the form walls.

Slipform speed is determined by the amount of time the concrete in the top of the form needs before it is
able to support itself and retain its shape (Camellerie, 1978). Slipforms move typically average 45 mm
per hour. With advancements in jacking system, concrete mix and experience, form depths are increased
by 15 mm or more and is lift at speed up to 60 mm per hour or more (Risser, 1995).
Finishing and Curing
Slip forming has two typical finishes that is wet finishing and dry finishes. A wet finish is a rubber float
finish applied as the structure being slipped. Dry finishing is applied after the forms have been removed.
Workers are suspended from swing stages to apply the final finish. In either case, plaster or skim coat is
applied for a smooth finish. Sand blasting is not recommended for slipform concrete, usually uniform
finish is difficult to achieve. Because slipform speed is determined by setting ability of concrete low
slump, high early strength concrete is required for structurally adequate results. Curing is typically done
before slipform dismantling Once finishing of an area is complete and the original wet finish has nearly
disappeared.
Slipform Paving Technique
Slipform paving is defined as process used to consolidate, form into geometric shape finish a Plain
Cement Concrete (PCC) mass by pulling the forms continuously through and surrounding plastic
concrete mass. Slipform paving is most appropriate for larger jobs that require high production rates.

Slipform paving is most appropriate for larger projects that require high production rates. Advantages of
slipform paving (ACPA, 1995) are:
Uses Low-Slump PCC Low slump PCC of the order of 0-75 mm is necessary so that the fresh PCC is
able to hold its shape once the slipform paver has passed. Low slump PCC is made with less water and
usually has higher compression and flexural strengths than comparable high slump mixes.

High Productivity Large jobs generally require high production rates in order to be profitable. Slipform
paving production rates are typically in the range of 65 - 100 m3/hr for mainline paving which translates
into between 70 - 90 m/hr of 3.66 m wide, 250 mm thick PCC surface course.

Smooth Riding Surface Automation and computer control allow slipform pavers to produce very smooth
riding surfaces of the order of 0.90 m / km or less. The original paving stakes used for checking earth
grade and placing and checking of sub-base material are not disturbed prior to starting slipform paving.
This prevents any error in establishing pavement grades. The sub-base material is checked for thickness,
density, line and grade prior to placing the continuously reinforced pavement steel. Once sub-base
material is approved and paving is started, it is important to continually check thickness of pavement
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behind slipform paver, condition and location of reinforcing steel ahead and behind the Slipform paver
and the edge slump while pavement is being placed. Edge slump is controlled by using a uniform mix
with consistent slump and proper adjustment of edge plates on slipform pavers.

Benefits of Slip Forming

As mentioned, the construction speed with slipform is many times faster than other methods.
Slip forming is also known for its high rate of output. However, the process requires careful planning
and execution because there is little scope for change once the continuous concreting commences.

How does slipform construction work?

Ever since the first Hydraulically Controlled Slipform method was invented by Bygging-Uddemann in
1943 it has been based on the same basic principles;

Hydraulic jacks – continuously lifting a complete formwork with work decks, 25-30mm at the
time, 24 hours a day – climbing on embedded steel rods inside the curing concrete. As the
concrete gradually cures, the slipform creates a seamless concrete structure in one pour from the
bottom to the top.

It is special methods of placement of concrete slip forming can be done both for vertical construction or
horizontal construction.
1. Slip Form of vertical construction is generally adopted for tall structures.
2. In this method, concrete is continuously placed, compacted and formworks is pulled by number
of hydraulic jacks, giving reaction against jack rods, or main reinforcements.
3. The rate of slipping in formwork will vary depending upon the temperature and strength
development of concrete to withstand without support of formworks.
4. The horizontal slip form construction is rather a new technique in India. It is adopted for road
pavement construction.

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ADVANTAGES
 Careful planning of construction processes can achieve high production rates.
 Slipform does not require the crane to move upwards, minimising crane use.
 Since the formwork operates independently, formation of the core in advance of the rest of the
structure takes it off the critical path – enhancing main structure stability.
 Availability of the different working platforms in the formwork system allows the exposed
concrete at the bottom of the rising formwork to be finished, making it an integral part of the
construction process.
 Certain formwork systems permit construction of tapered cores and towers.
 Slipform systems require a small but highly skilled workforce on site.

DISADVANTAGES
 Greater time required for arranging of various components.
 Expert supervision and operations needed for uniform movement of the slip form system.
 Stocking of material on the site is difficult.
 Good coordination and site organization required.
 Large quantities of equipment (e.g. Generators, lighting systems, and hoists) needed.
 Labour force may require familiar with equipment and methods.
 The operation must be continued in any weather
 High initial expense.

SAFETY MEASURES
 Working platforms, guard rails, ladders and wind shields are normally built into the completed
system.
 Less congested construction site due to minimal scaffolding and temporary works.
 Completed formwork assembly is robust.
 Strength of concrete in the wall below must be closely controlled to achieve stability during
operation.
 Site operatives can quickly become familiar with health and safety aspects of their job.
 High levels of planning and control mean that health and safety are normally addressed from the
 beginning of the work.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
 This formwork is more economical for buildings more than seven stores high.
 Little flexibility for change once continuous concreting has begun therefore extensive planning
and special detailing are needed.
 Setting rate of the concrete had to be constantly monitored to ensure that it is matched with the
speed at which the forms are raised.
 The structure being slip formed should have significant dimensions in both major axes to ensure
stability of the system. 
 Standby plant and equipment should be available through cold jointing may occasionally be
necessary.

DOKA FORMWORK SYSTEM

 The core of the system lies in the usage of an Engineered timber component, the H-Beam.
 The H-beams are manufactured in a modern automated plant at Pondicherry under strict quality
control the flanges are made of seasoned chemically treated timber.
 The web is made of boiling water proof ply wood and joined with the flange by the unique finger
jointing method.

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  The H-beams thus manufactured are light, dimensionally stable and retains its structural
properties over a period of time even after repeated usage.
 It is more predictable, easy to design and use, the number of reuses of H-Beams is more than 100
times (8 times that of conventional timber) and it consumes only 40% of timber volume required.
 The H-beams are available in two size namely in H-16 - 16 cms depth & H-20 - 20 cms depth,
length varying between 1m to 6m.

COMPONENTS:
 Doka formwork beams
 Doka formwork sheets
 Dokadur panels
 Doka floor props
 Form ties and suspension cones
 Multi-trip packaging
FORMWORK BEAMS: TYPES & SALIENT FEATURES
 Reduction in consumption of timber.
 Making work at site minimized.
 No. of reuses more than 8 times that of conventional timber.
 Dimensionally stable, uniform in size and consistent in strength.
 Cost ratio per use H-16 beam: conventional timber = 1:3.5
 Economical and long - lasting.
 Light weight @ 6kgs per RMT.
TYPES:
DOKA BEAM H20:
 For less damage to the ends of the beams
 For outstanding durability
 Outstanding production level.
 Ensures uniformly high quality and load-
bearing strength for safe and dependable
usage.
 Is the basis for the reliability of the Doka
beam formwork and Doka flex floor
formwork.
 From mechanical strength grading.

DOKA BEAM H20 eco:

Ends of beams beveled for more strength but have no
end reinforcement.

DOKA FORMWORK SHEETS

 Doka Formwork Sheets are made of glue-
bonded layered wood and are extremely strong and dimensionally stable.
 Three-ply concrete-formwork sheet, made of European spruce (picea abies), designed especially
for building. Produces a uniform concrete surface.
 Surface: Synthetic melamine resin glue with PU sealant and light corundum sanding on one side
 Bonding: Boil proof and weatherproof
 Edges: Impregnating emulsion, Doka yellow
 Thicknesses: 21 and 27 mm

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DOKA FORMWORK SHEETS: TYPES
Formwork sheet 3-SO
 Three-ply concrete-formwork sheet, made of European spruce.
Produces a uniform concrete surface.
 Surface: Synthetic melamine resin glue
 Bonding: Boil proof and weatherproof
 Edges: Impregnating emulsion, Doka yellow
 Thicknesses: 21 and 27 mm

Doka plex Multi-ply sheets

High-grade multi-ply sheet made of Finnish birch hardwood for use again
and again. Produces a high-quality, smooth concrete surface.
Surface: Phenol-resin coating, 120 g/m²
Bonding: Boil proof and weatherproof phenol-resin glue (BFU 100) to
DIN 68705-T3
Edges: Dispersion
Thickness: 21 mm

DOKADUR PANELS
 Dokadur panels are the state of the art for floor-slab panels.
All-round edge and surface sealing dependably protect the
panel against the wear and tear of everyday construction work.
 Maximized number of reuses and best-quality concrete
surfaces.
 From special surface sealing by means of PUR varnish and
melamine resin coating with precision-metered corundum
sanding
 For improved safety at work, because risk of slipping is reduced
 From significantly reduced moisture absorption for much-reduced discoloration, structuring and
cracking.

DOKA FLOOR PROPS

 The props are available in various sizes viz.
CT-250, CT-300, CT-340 & CT-410. The
number indicates the extended length of props
in cms.
 Carrying capacity is rated from 20 kN to 30
kN.
 The tripods make the props self-standing for
easier and faster erection of the shuttering
system. The adjustments in height are obtained
by operating the prop nut. The required
dimension in plan is obtained by side-lapping
of the H-Beams in the primary or secondary
layer.
 A very accurate and convenient shutter is ready
for tying of reinforcement and concreting.
 The system also facilitates re-propping. By
adopting the method of repropping it is possible
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 materials significantly. The system is very well adapted for use along with the L&T-Doka Beam
Forming Supporting system.

DOKA FORM TIES AND SUSPENSION CONES

 Doka has a complete range of tried-and-tested form tie solutions and dependable suspension
points for wall formwork, single-sided formwork and climbing formwork in uncompromising
quality for maximum safety.
 Doka tie rods and anchor accessories:
 Provide safety through superb manufacturing quality
 Reduce labor costs for installing ties, because a hammer is all that is needed for easy installation
 Are durable, robust and unaffected by dirt
 Robustly dimensioned universal climbing cones:
 ensure firm connections between structure and formwork
 for safety on high structures
 for all kinds of climbing formwork
DOKA MULTI-TRIP PACKAGING
 Multi-trip packaging such as containers, stacking pallets and
skeleton transport boxes keep everything in place on the site,
minimize time wasted searching for parts, and streamline the
storage and transport of system components, small items and
accessories.
 Stacking pallets 150 and 120 simplify the storage and
transport of floor props, removable folding tripods, formwork
beams and Dokadur panels. The clamp-on wheels make the
stacking pallets mobile, so they can easily be steered through
standard door-size openings in residential accommodation
projects.

INNOVATIVE FORMWORK SYSTEMS

 Modular formwork
 Wireless temperature monitoring formwork system
 Fiberglass shuttering
 Tunnel formwork
 Concrete form-lining formwork
 Semi-system formwork
 Fabric formwork
 Perfect Aluminum Panel (PAP) System

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FIBREGLASS SHUTTERING
 Fiberglass Reinforced Plywood System is the key to that perfectly cast roof with the smoothest
finish that requires no plastering.
 This fiberglass shuttering building systems represent a revolution in the area of shuttering
because of their lightness, simplicity, durability, solidity, resistance to temperature changes and
their price competitiveness.
ADVANTAGES:
 Smoothest finish among existing concrete formwork and shuttering systems
 Unmatched building quality and durability
 Lower cost, no plastering required & faster project delivery
 Easy customization and repair-ability
 High re-usability
PERFECT ALUMINUM PANEL SYSTEM
 The Perfect Aluminum Panel System is a long life and easy maintenance formwork system which
guarantees 200 times monolithic pouring.
 A special extruded profile made from a robust aluminum alloy provides the Perfect Aluminum
Panel with its high level of rigidity and versatility.
 Combined with superior quality 15 mm thick formwork panel, birch plywood and plastic overlay
the Perfect Aluminum Panel System can absorb high levels of concrete pressure.
 The Perfect Aluminum Panel System with its systematic modular design and corrosion resistance
offers high assembly efficiency and good construction quality making it an ideal formwork for
the modern construction industry.
 The Perfect Aluminum Panel System is a long life and easy maintenance formwork system which
guarantees 200 times monolithic pouring.
 A special extruded profile made from a robust aluminum alloy provides the Perfect Aluminum
Panel with its high level of rigidity and versatility.
 Combined with superior quality 15 mm thick formwork panel, birch plywood and plastic overlay
the Perfect Aluminum Panel System can absorb high levels of concrete pressure.
 The Perfect Aluminum Panel System with its systematic modular design and corrosion resistance
offers high assembly efficiency and good construction quality making it an ideal formwork for
the modern construction industry.
PAP: ADVANTAGES
 Systematic Modular Design.
 Light Weight Formwork – Panels weigh:22 to 30 Kg/m2.
 Multiple family sizes for columns and wall panels i.e.: common height families (cm): 60, 90,
120, 240; common width families (cm): 15, 30, 45, 60, 75.
 Permissible fresh concrete pressure 60kN/m2, complying with international Standards.
 Finish: mill finish – special alum alloy.
 Corrosion Resistant.
 Crane Independent.
 Offers Long Life and Easy maintenance.
 Adopts plywood panel with plastic overlay.
 Sheathing options available are plywood or plastic.
 Utilizes state of the art manufacturing technology.
 External working platform is provided.
 Perfect Accessory System for use with minimal tools.
 Offers standard health and safety protection.
 All system components are manufactured in RS Group premises.

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FABRIC FORMWORK
 Fabric formwork is a building technology that involves the use of structural membranes as the
main facing material for concrete molds.
 Unlike traditional formwork, the material is highly flexible and can deflect under the pressure of
fresh concrete.
 The resulting forms exhibit curvature as well as excellent surface finishes that are generally not
associated with concrete structures.

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