Formwork is the common term given to the mold into which concrete is poured. It is normally made up of steel or timber, wood, aluminum, and prefabricated forms. In the market, numerous formworks are available for concrete construction depending on material of structural element. Formwork does carry all imposed dead and live loads apart from its own weight. It is used since the starting of concrete construction. In steel, fiberglass and plastics materials formwork are used. 更多
