Sometimes it helps to work backward. Let’s start by identifying your end goal. What kind of structure are you building? Steel frame or aluminum frame? These questions will help flush out the exact concrete shoring and formwork systems to do the job appropriately.
More importantly, how much of the budget will this consume? Having a professional structural analysis and design team will help you answer those burning questions. Clients frequently ask us questions like:
What kind of bracing do we need?
What is the timeline for completion?
Do I have to worry about interior cracking?
What systems provide the highest resiliency?
These are common questions. Uncovering the answers will shine a light on what your true needs are. Let’s dig a little deeper to uncover how your needs impact the concrete shoring and formwork systems used.
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Concrete Shoring Systems
High capacity concrete shoring systems will depend on which type of structure you are constructing. Is it a new construction or restoration project? You’ll want to consider high-capacity shoring systems for all the following structures:
- Slabs
- Bridge decks
- Pier caps
- Tunnel vaults
- And much more
The shoring system design used will take into consideration the specific horizontal and vertical loads at play. A qualified structural engineer can help you avoid some of the common mistakes made here. Improperly designed shoring systems are incredibly dangerous and can lead to damaged concrete or total structural failure. Here are some questions that will help paint a better picture of the specific concrete shoring system design you need:
- Is your structure constructed on soil?
- How important is lateral bracing in your structure?
- How long before your concrete can hold its own weight?
- Are we working with a multistory construction?
Formwork Systems
Formwork systems should be approached by acknowledging what’s best for you. That’s where working with true professionals comes in handy. Out of all the various formwork systems in the world. How do you know what’s right for you? Formwork technology is ever-evolving. Some of the formwork systems available are:
- Wall formwork
- Column and slab formwork
- High-tech climbing formwork
- Timber beams and plywood
- Tunnel and bridge formwork systems
Whether you’re constructing a tower, skyscraper, or a multistory school, there are a variety of formwork systems to consider. Working with a structural engineer will help you identify the path of least resistance.
Steel Formwork Systems
These types of systems offer high performance, quick option for a wide variety of structures and projects. Steel Formwork typically comes in modular patterns that rapidly apply to both vertical and horizontal concrete structures.
Aluminium Formwork Systems
This comparatively new technology is a great way for projects to save costs, cut time, and improve the overall quality of construction your structure is developed with. On average, you can save about 15% of total construction costs with aluminum formwork and one-sixth of the time. This makes it a viable alternative when evaluating the right formwork systems for your needs.
Overall, we hope you’ve gotten the picture that the right concrete shoring and formwork systems will always be a direct reflection of the materials, and budget your project utilizes.