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Formwork in Construction

Formwork is the temporarily created mould into which concrete is poured for purpose of casting slabs, columns, beams, walls and other concrete elements of a structure. At SJCPL we have been continuously updating our knowledge and implementation of newer formwork technology. Over the years we have established strategic relationships with world renowned vendors. We have also developed an in-house team to design and fabricate specialized formwork and successfully implemented these on various projects.

 Use of Formwork

It allows concrete structures to be constructed quickly and cost-effectively.

In addition to its use for concrete construction, it also offers access and work platforms that supplements the available scaffolding.

 It can considerably shorten the construction time, allowing for more projects to be completed.

It also lowers the construction costs (partly due to the shorter timelines), allowing projects to meet their budgetary demands.

Quality formwork allows for better concrete-surface finishing.

It allows for easier construction of custom shapes and designs compared to using traditional construction methods.

 It allows for easier construction of custom shapes and designs compared to using traditional construction methods

Categories of Engineered Formwork

Conventional Formwork

H-Frame Table Formwork

AL shore Plus Flying Table Formwork

Aluminium Formwork

Jump Formwork

Conventional Formwork: Conventional formwork comprises of standard frame panels tied together over their backs. The materials used in this is high quality plywood, timber and composite plastics.

H-Frame Table Formwork: Table-form is a formwork system that can be moved from one place to another without dismantling, thus reducing risk during assembly and dismantling. Its quick formwork erection, stripping and material relocation requires less labor.

AL shore Plus Flying Table Formwork: AL shore plus is a flying table formwork system that can be moved from one place to another without dismantling and no outer platform required for crane lifting, thus reducing risk during assembly and dismantling. Its quick formwork erection, stripping and material relocation requires less labor.

Aluminium Formwork: The Alu-Form system is a formwork technology that allows for the speedy, accurate and highly consistent casting of all internal and external walls, columns, beams, floor slabs, stairs and other parts of a concrete structure.

Jump Formwork: Jump form is a special kind of formwork used for vertical structures and rises with the building process. It is an effective solution fast paced projects.

Importance of Formwork

Using formwork in construction has many advantages in today’s civilization. Despite everything changing, formwork is one part of the structure that cannot be replaced by any technology. By using formwork in construction, the concrete structure can be built faster and cheaper.

Formwork essentially reduces the time for construction and the cost of the project by lowering the floor-to-floor construction cycle time. Due to this, good-quality formwork is vital to meeting budget requirements. Applying formwork in construction lets project managers provide on-time mobilisation and demobilisation of formwork resources to improve efficiency and lower costs.

The quality of the surface finishing is associated with the quality of the formwork used during the construction. The narrower the formwork used, the better the surface finish. The safety of every worker is essential in construction. Formwork lets workers work faster and better to achieve the best formwork quality.

Components of Formwork

The various components of formwork are shown in the figure below, and let us study them one by one.

Ties: A tie is a tensile unit used to connect opposite sides of formwork. It serves as a balanced connection or is used to resist the effective pressure of fresh concrete.

Braces: Braces are used to keep the formwork upright by deterring form deflection under lateral pressure.

Studs: Studs in the formwork are used to support sheathing panels and make a framework to keep them in position.

Sheathing: Sheathing panel is used to keep the concrete in its required shape and position until it sets and hardens.

Wales: Wales are horizontal propping members that are placed against sheathing to directly resist sheathing pressure.

Battens: Battens are vertical members in the formwork which keep cleats and wales uptight and in position.

Footing: Footing is the bottommost member which supports the entire formwork.

Roles and Responsibilities of a site engineer in Formwork

Safety training of personnel involved in formwork

Checking the connections for correct installation and periodic inspection to check wear and correct positioning.

Inspecting the alignment of the supports given to the formwork as in verticality, height, spacing between.

Ensuring all the support props are placed on a hard bearing surface.

Safe nailing and firm locking of clamps on adjustable props are to be ensured.

De-shuttering only upon the concrete reaching the necessary strength.

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Formwork in Construction

Formwork is the temporarily created mould into which concrete is poured for purpose of casting slabs, columns, beams, walls and other concrete elements of a structure. At SJCPL we have been continuously updating our knowledge and implementation of newer formwork technology. Over the years we have established strategic relationships with world renowned vendors. We have also developed an in-house team to design and fabricate specialized formwork and successfully implemented these on various projects.

 Use of Formwork

It allows concrete structures to be constructed quickly and cost-effectively.

In addition to its use for concrete construction, it also offers access and work platforms that supplements the available scaffolding.

 It can considerably shorten the construction time, allowing for more projects to be completed.

It also lowers the construction costs (partly due to the shorter timelines), allowing projects to meet their budgetary demands.

Quality formwork allows for better concrete-surface finishing.

It allows for easier construction of custom shapes and designs compared to using traditional construction methods.

 It allows for easier construction of custom shapes and designs compared to using traditional construction methods

Categories of Engineered Formwork

Conventional Formwork

H-Frame Table Formwork

AL shore Plus Flying Table Formwork

Aluminium Formwork

Jump Formwork

Conventional Formwork: Conventional formwork comprises of standard frame panels tied together over their backs. The materials used in this is high quality plywood, timber and composite plastics.

H-Frame Table Formwork: Table-form is a formwork system that can be moved from one place to another without dismantling, thus reducing risk during assembly and dismantling. Its quick formwork erection, stripping and material relocation requires less labor.

AL shore Plus Flying Table Formwork: AL shore plus is a flying table formwork system that can be moved from one place to another without dismantling and no outer platform required for crane lifting, thus reducing risk during assembly and dismantling. Its quick formwork erection, stripping and material relocation requires less labor.

Aluminium Formwork: The Alu-Form system is a formwork technology that allows for the speedy, accurate and highly consistent casting of all internal and external walls, columns, beams, floor slabs, stairs and other parts of a concrete structure.

Jump Formwork: Jump form is a special kind of formwork used for vertical structures and rises with the building process. It is an effective solution fast paced projects.

Importance of Formwork

Using formwork in construction has many advantages in today’s civilization. Despite everything changing, formwork is one part of the structure that cannot be replaced by any technology. By using formwork in construction, the concrete structure can be built faster and cheaper.

Formwork essentially reduces the time for construction and the cost of the project by lowering the floor-to-floor construction cycle time. Due to this, good-quality formwork is vital to meeting budget requirements. Applying formwork in construction lets project managers provide on-time mobilisation and demobilisation of formwork resources to improve efficiency and lower costs.

The quality of the surface finishing is associated with the quality of the formwork used during the construction. The narrower the formwork used, the better the surface finish. The safety of every worker is essential in construction. Formwork lets workers work faster and better to achieve the best formwork quality.

Components of Formwork

The various components of formwork are shown in the figure below, and let us study them one by one.

Ties: A tie is a tensile unit used to connect opposite sides of formwork. It serves as a balanced connection or is used to resist the effective pressure of fresh concrete.

Braces: Braces are used to keep the formwork upright by deterring form deflection under lateral pressure.

Studs: Studs in the formwork are used to support sheathing panels and make a framework to keep them in position.

Sheathing: Sheathing panel is used to keep the concrete in its required shape and position until it sets and hardens.

Wales: Wales are horizontal propping members that are placed against sheathing to directly resist sheathing pressure.

Battens: Battens are vertical members in the formwork which keep cleats and wales uptight and in position.

Footing: Footing is the bottommost member which supports the entire formwork.

Roles and Responsibilities of a site engineer in Formwork

Safety training of personnel involved in formwork

Checking the connections for correct installation and periodic inspection to check wear and correct positioning.

Inspecting the alignment of the supports given to the formwork as in verticality, height, spacing between.

Ensuring all the support props are placed on a hard bearing surface.

Safe nailing and firm locking of clamps on adjustable props are to be ensured.

De-shuttering only upon the concrete reaching the necessary strength.

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Toolbox Meeting

Each toolbox meeting should focus on a single safety topic related to current construction activity. Depending on the project phase, work area, or any recent incidents, topics may differ. Fall protection, electrical safety, working at heights, fire prevention, hazard communication, and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are some examples of safety topics.

1.Occurrence Review: Spend a few minutes discussing recent incidents or near-miss occurrences that occurred on-site. evaluate the occurrences' causes, contributing factors, and lessons learnt. In order to avoid similar occurrences in the future, emphasise the importance of learning from prior experiences.

2.Project Developments: Communicate significant developments in the project, such as changes in timetables or work areas, as well as any new safety laws or guidelines that must be followed. This helps to keep workforce informed and up to speed on the latest project details.

3.Work Procedures: Discuss specific work procedures or tasks that will be performed during the day or week. Explain step-by-step instructions, highlighting the critical aspects of the task, safety precautions to be taken, and any potential hazards associated with the work. Emphasize the importance of following established procedures to minimize risks.

4.Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Remind workers about the necessity of wearing suitable PPE for their tasks. Highlight any PPE required to perform present job tasks, such as safety helmets, safety boots, gloves, safety glasses, or high-visibility vests. Make it clear that the use of PPE is essential and unavoidable.

5.Emergency protocols: Review the site's emergency protocols, including evacuation routes, assembly points, and the location of fire extinguishers and first aid kits. Remind workers about their duties and responsibilities during emergencies, and make sure they know who to call in an emergency.

6.Q&A and Discussion: Allow time for workers to ask questions or seek clarification on safety problems, procedures, or any other related matters. Encourage an open discussion in where workers can actively participate and contribute to the discussion.

7.Documentation: Keep track of the toolbox meeting's date, attendance, safety topics discussed, and any key points or action items. This documentation acts as a record of the safety briefing and can be referred to again if necessary in future when needed.

8.Hazard Identification and Reporting: Encourage workers to actively identify and report any dangers that occur on the construction site. Give instructions on how to report hazards to the appropriate persons or through the correct channels. In order to avoid accidents or injuries, emphasise the significance of proactive hazard identification.

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What is a toolbox talk?

A toolbox talk is a short discussion conducted by the safety team. Toolbox meetings are generally conducted at the job site prior to the commencement of a job or work shift.

Meetings typically last no longer than 15 minutes and cover subjects including workplace dangers and safe work procedures. It is one of the best ways to update workers' knowledge, cover last-minute safety checks, and exchange information with experienced workers.

How to deliver effective Toolbox Talks (TBT) Here are few tips to conduct an effective TBT :- 1. Practice makes us perfect :- Practice first and your talk will go much smoother - the more you do, the less you will need to practice. 2. Stay on topic - Try not to get side-tracked by other subjects or topics. Toolbox talks should focus on one subject, if you try to cover more than one topic or talk too much, then the delivery will be diluted, and the message could get lost in the middle. 3. Pace yourself - You need to keep your audience’s attention with a short, direct toolbox talk - but that doesn't mean you should rush what you are saying. Monitor the speed at which you are talking and keep at a nice steady pace. 4. Keep it simple - Avoid jargon and make sure your talk is easy to follow. Break the subject down into key sections, for example, an introduction, key points and key safety measures. 5. Present positively - People will be more inclined to listen to a positive talk, and the toolbox talk should be all about proactive positive attitudes towards health and safety on site. 6. Engage and involve - Make sure you give your audience plenty of eye contact throughout the talk, and that you are speaking loud enough to be heard by everyone. 7. Speak then listen - Give them plenty of opportunities to speak up and be heard. Try asking for input, such as workers own experiences of the topic, to get the conversation going. 8. Check everyone understands - Ask questions on the subject area and run through various aspects of the talk again if required. This goes hand in hand with engaging your team and getting them involved in the talk. So, whenever you are giving a Toolbox talk consider these things and you will see amazing results.

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Safety in Construction

All site workers must receive training, according to SJ Contracts, in order to assure their safety and accordance to regulatory requirements. These are a few of the training courses they may provide.

1.Safety Pledge: SJ Contracts places a high priority on safety and may ask all site visitors to sign a pledge. The pledge reinforces their dedication to following safety procedures, upholding regulations, and placing others' safety and well-being on the building site first.

2.CPR Training: Members of the site are provided with life-saving CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) training in the event of emergencies like cardiac arrest or choking occurrences. SJ Contracts may offer CPR instruction to a small group of site workers so they may react appropriately in urgent situations before medical personnel arrive.

3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Wearing Training: PPE is essential for site visitors' safety. SJ Contracts makes certain that every employee receives thorough instruction on the appropriate choice, fit, and adornment of PPE. Workers who have completed this training will know what personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for various tasks, including hard helmets, safety goggles, gloves, high-visibility vests, and safety footwear.

4. ERA Training: ERA (Emergency Response and Awareness) training gets site workers ready for a variety of emergencies, like fires, natural disasters, and events involving hazardous materials. To inform employees about emergency response methods, evacuation protocols, alarm systems, and the proper use of firefighting equipment, SJ Contracts holds ERA training sessions.

SJ Contracts may also provide general safety orientations for all site members, which cover subjects like hazard identification, fall prevention, electrical safety, scaffold safety, and standard construction site safety procedures, in addition to these specialised training programmes. To enhance safety awareness and address any new concerns or problems, regular safety meetings and toolbox lectures may also be held.

SJ Contracts makes sure that all site workers have the knowledge and abilities needed to maintain a safe working environment and react appropriately to potential hazards or crises by offering thorough training programs.

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Construction Technology

Buildings are constructed by SJ Contracts using modern technologies. Technology has made great progress in the building sector. In our construction company, the following new technologies are frequently used:

1.Building Information Modelling (BIM): BIM is a digital representation of a building's physical and functional characteristics. It allows architects, engineers, and contractors to collaborate effectively by creating a 3D model of the building. BIM facilitates better visualization, clash detection, and coordination among different disciplines, resulting in improved project efficiency and reduced errors.

2.Prefabrication and Modular Construction: Prefabrication involves constructing building components off-site in a controlled environment, while modular construction employs pre-built modules that are manufactured and assembled off-site. Both methods offer advantages such as faster construction time, reduced material waste, enhanced quality control, and improved site safety. Prefabrication and modular construction enable streamlined workflows and increased efficiency.

3.Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR): VR and AR technologies enhance visualization and design review processes. VR creates immersive virtual environments, allowing stakeholders to experience the building design before construction begins. AR overlays digital information on physical spaces, aiding in tasks like on-site measurements, material placement, and clash detection. Both technologies improve communication, decision-making, and design coordination.

4.Formwork: Formwork is the temporary structure used to support the construction of concrete elements, such as walls, columns, and slabs, until they gain sufficient strength. SJ Contracts may employ modern formwork systems, such as modular or adjustable systems, to optimize efficiency and reduce labor time in concrete construction. These systems offer flexibility, ease of use, and reusability, leading to faster construction cycles.

By utilizing these technologies, SJ Contracts can achieve higher levels of efficiency, accuracy, and productivity in their construction projects. The adoption of BIM improves collaboration and reduces rework, while prefabrication, modular construction, and modern formwork techniques contribute to faster and more controlled construction processes. VR and AR technologies enhance design visualization and coordination, leading to improved project outcomes.

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