Effective Concrete Formwork Construction System - A Guide

 Thanks to its exceptional properties, concrete is one of the most widely used construction materials. In case you don’t know, to construct buildings, they should be poured into a specially designed mould. This process is usually referred to as shuttering or formwork.

In other words, formwork refers to a mould that contains fresh concrete. To be precise, there are various types of concrete formwork construction. It usually depends on the material of the formwork and the variety of the structural element.

Note that the construction of the formwork is a time-consuming process. Also, the construction process involves expenditure up to 20 to 255 of the cost of the structure. One should also be aware of the fact that formwork comprises permanent and temporary moulds. The classification of the formworks usually depends on the below-mentioned factors.

✔      The type of material you are using

✔      The support of the concrete element

✔      Whether the mould is permanent or removable

What are the Characteristics of a Good Concrete Formwork?

Here are some of the characteristics of a good formwork used in the construction industry.

✔      The formwork should be sturdy enough to withstand a variety of loads

✔      The joints present in the formwork should be able to guard against leakages

✔      The construction should be rigid so that it retains its shape

✔      The formwork should be lightweight

✔      It should lie on a form base

✔      The formwork should comprise a material that is affordable and readily available

✔      It should be accurate to the desired line

Formwork usually contains steel, precast, fibreglass, etc. Due to durability and greater strength, steel formworks are a common sight in the construction of skyscrapers. On the other hand, for small buildings, timber formwork remains the most preferred option.

Types of Formwork Based on the Structural Components

Apart from the classification on the basis of the material, there are types of formwork based on building elements. Here is the list of them.

✔      Foundation Formwork

✔      Column Formwork

✔      Beam Formwork

✔      Wall Formwork

The types of formwork are usually designed on the basis of the structure they would support. It is imperative to first assess the building design before commencing the task of formwork construction. This can also help mitigate costs.

Nova Formworks possess extensive experience in the construction of varied types of formworks. They manufacture a wide variety of formworks based on the preferences of the users.