1. History
Since the introduction of reinforced concrete in construction, formwork has undergone a significant evolution. Initially, temporary wooden structures were used to mold the concrete, ensuring its shape and stability until the formwork was removed. Over time, rising labor costs and increased demands for profitability and safety on construction sites have led manufacturers to develop new materials and design formwork equipment that is more efficient and easier to use.
1.1 Wooden formwork
Originally, construction companies made their own wooden formwork directly on site, a task performed by specialized formworkers.
Whether for floors, columns or beams, formwork and shoring were made on site from boards, rafters, battens and planks. This...
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Standards and norms
- Exécution des structures en béton - NF EN 13670 -
- Precast concrete products – Formwork blocks made of lightweight concrete aggregates – Product properties and performance - NF EN 15435 -
This standard provides appropriate requirements for the execution of concrete structures, both for work carried out on site and for constructions using prefabricated elements.
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