2. Formwork Technology is a revolutionary
aluminium formwork construction system, which
has been successfully used and developed over
20 years, for forming cast in place reinforced
concrete building structures.
Using this unique system, all walls, floor slabs,
columns, beams, stairs, balconies, together with
door and window openings are cast in place in a
single site based operation.
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3. The resulting building structure is very strong,
accurate in dimensions and tolerances, with a
high quality of finished concrete surface and yet
at the same time the Formwork Technology is
fast, adaptable and very cost effective.
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6. Formwork can be used for a broad range of
applications, from straightforward wall and slab
construction to more complicated structures
involving bay windows, stairs and hoods.
The System for forming concrete structures is
probably the most versatile modern construction
system and unlike other systems it is equally
suited to both high and low rise construction.
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7. By using specially designed and manufactured
Aluminium Formwork and effectively managing
associated construction activities, it has virtually
brought ‘assembly line’ productivity to the
construction site environment, completing
projects in record times with 4 day per floor
construction work cycles.
The degree of pre engineering and inherent
simplicity of Formwork enables unskilled local
labour to be used.Every component is light
enough to be handled by one operative,
minimising the need for heavy lifting equipment.
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8. The main characteristic of the Formwork
Technology are that it makes use of concrete as
the principal building material for the prime
reasons of cost and accessibility: Cement, sand
and stone are readily available in most countries.
Concrete also brings additional benefits in terms
of it's build quality and strength, it's resistance to
earthquake tremors, it's resistance to fire, rot and
vermin attack; it's low noise transmission with
good thermal capacity and it's proven durability,
giving long life, with little maintenance.
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9. 1. DESIGN
With technical designers and using state of the art
design software, developed over many years, the
formwork is designed to suit your project using
the most economical assortment of panel sizes.
The combination of bespoke software and the
experience of the designers, guarantees the most
efficient construction process, incorporating the
optimum assembly procedures, economical panel
selection and ultimately minimizing capital and
operational costs.
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10. Architectural details are incorporated during the
design and manufacture of the panels and can be
designed to suit any required structural element
or shapes such as bay windows, stairs, balconies
and special architectural features
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11. The accurate regular dimensions achieved with
the Formwork Technology enables pre-fabrication
of cast in items such as door and window frames
as well as electrical and mechanical components.
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12. Preliminary schemes and building layouts can be
developed as an initial step to assessing
commercial viability.
Outline budget costing exercises are regularly
performed as a means of confirming our
competitiveness.
On leaving the factory all panels are clearly
labelled to ensure that they are easily identifiable
on site and can be smoothly fitted together using
the formwork modulation drawings.
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15. 2. MANUFACTURING
The basic element of Formwork is the panel
which is a framework of extruded aluminium
sections, welded to an aluminium sheet. This
produces a lightweight panel with an excellent
stiffness to weight ratio, yielding minimal
deflections under concrete loading.
Panels are manufactured in standard sizes with
non-standard elements made in the sizes and
shapes to suit the requirements of specific
projects.
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16. The panels are made from a high strength
aluminium alloy.
The face of the panel is a 4mm thick plate, on a
framework of specially designed extruded
sections, welded to form a robust component.
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17. The panels are manufactured within a factory
environment to very high specifications and
tolerances.
Once assembled they are subjected to a trial
erection in order to eliminate any dimensional or
on site problems.
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18. 3. TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Upon arrival of formwork onto site, experienced
supervisors from manufacturer will be on site to
assist in the setting up of the material on the
working slab and to train the site staff in proper
handling of the equipment.
The site staff will also be guided to achieve the
agreed construction work cycle to maximize the
efficiency of the formwork and labour force on
site.
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19. The simplicity of the Formwork Technology and
the repetitive nature of the assembly process
make it possible to accurately programme
construction sequences and thus cycle times well
in advance.
In addition this enables unskilled labour to work
with the Formwork therefore reducing the burden
on skilled labour when this is in short supply.
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20. Simplicity - Pin and Wedge System
The panels are held in position by a simple pin
and wedge system that passes through holes in
the outside rib of each panel.
The panels fit precisely, simply and securely and
require no bracing.
Buildings can be constructed quickly and easily by
unskilled labour with a hammer being the only
tool required.
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23. Once the panels have been numbered, measuring
is not necessary.
As the erection process is manual, tower cranes
are freed up and can concentrate on other
handling operations.
The result is a typical 4 to 5 day cycle for floor-to-
floor construction.
Specially designed quick strip prop head enables
speed of construction to be attained using a
single set of formwork panels.
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24. The unique V shaped prop head which allows the
‘quick strip’ of deck panels to take place whilst
leaving the propping undisturbed.
The deck panels can therefore be removed
immediately, allowing the rapid re-use of
equipment and minimizing the amount of
formwork required.
Positioning of props identically from floor to floor
allows construction loads to be safely spread to
several lower levels as the structural concrete
matures.
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26. Quality of Construction achieved using
FORMWORK TECHNOLOGY.
Formwork is manufactured to very high
tolerances, giving high quality formwork
components that ensure consistency of
dimensions.
On removal of the formwork mould, a high
quality concrete finish is produced to accurate
tolerances and verticality.
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27. The high tensile steel wall ties ensure wall
thickness are maintained with accuracy and also
prevent bulging.
Also rigid aluminium alloy ensures perfect right
angle joints between walls, walls and slab and
door or window openings.
The high tolerance of finish means that no further
plastering is required, typically a 4-5mm skim coat
is applied internally to walls prior to finishing and
a good quality textured paint application is
applied to the external surface.
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29. 4. SITE MANAGEMENT
The essence of formwork technology is that it is
provides a production line approach in the
construction industry by simplifying and
streamlining the complex construction process.
Scheduling involves the design and development
of the work cycle required to maximize efficiency
in the field.
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30. The establishment of a daily cycle of work, which
when fully coordinated with different trades such
as reinforcing steel fixing and mechanical services
cerates a highly efficient working schedule, not
just for the formwork but for all parallel trades
and building material supply chains.
Experienced site supervisors are sent to site to
train the supervisory staff and labour in the
proper handling of the equipment and to assist in
getting started and establishing the desired work
cycle.
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31. This improved co-ordination and construction
management enables the equipment to be cycled
at optimum speed and ensures that the results in
terms of system efficiency and speed of output
are outstanding.
Speed of construction mainly depends upon
economy required and the construction period of
the project.
Various work cycles are achievable however the
4-day cycle is most preferred
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32. 5. SPEED
The in situ construction of all walls and partitions
reduces the requirement for follow-on wet
trades.
The concrete surface finish produced with the
aluminium forms allows achievement of a high
quality wall finish without the need for expensive
plastering.
Door and window openings are formed in
position, with a high degree of accuracy.
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33. Precision items such as door and window frames
can be directly installed on site and minimal re-
sizing required.
First fix electrical and mechanical services can be
cast in place.
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34. 6. ADVANTAGES
1. The Formwork is specifically designed to allow
rapid construction on all types of architectural
layouts.
2. Total system forms.
Forms concrete structures of all designs without
having to combine with other formwork systems.
1. Custom designed to suit project requirements
2. Unsurpassed construction speed. 4 to 6 typical
floor/month is achievable. Earlier completion,
earlier billings, earlier vacant possession and
earlier title redemption, all help to enhance a
developers’ reputation for successful timely
completion of construction projects.
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35. 5. High quality finish.
Better as-builts of level, alignment, verticality,
evenness, squareness, more accurate openings
for windows and doors.
6. IBS certified.
Efficient construction practice that complies with
Construction Industry Development Board
Malaysia (CIDB) Policy.
7. Easier site management.
All subcontractors’ works are easier to coordinate.
Able to accurately plan and schedule work in
advance.
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36. 8. Improves workplace safety
Avoid work stoppages, encounter fewer problems
with Department of Occupational Safety and
Health (DOSH) and increase productivity.
9. Reduces construction waste
Cleaner, safer site. Lower debris removal costs.
10. Environmentally friendly
Support global environmental policy. Aluminium
forms are recyclable.
11. Crane free
All panels are hand-held, saving the crane costs
and waiting time.
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37. 12. Cost effective.
13. Panels can be re used up to 300 times
14. Erected using unskilled labour
Reduce labour costs. Minimise exposure to
skilled labour shortages
7. SAFETY
A lot of importance is given to safety on site and
that is why it has developed an integrated safety /
working platform which ensures labour safety
during erection and striking of the formwork
system
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38. This eliminates the necessity of scaffolding the
building by traditional methods during
construction of the concrete structures.
Two levels of working platform encircle the
perimeter of the building ensuring safety is
paramount.
Safety is incorporated into the formwork with
integrated brackets to support walkways on
external surfaces. It avoids separate scaffolding
for safety during shuttering operations.
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40. 8. ENVIRONMENT
The formwork is made entirely from aluminium
and is 100% recyclable.
The formwork can be used by unskilled labour
more than 300 times without loss of quality or
dimensional integrity.
Afterwards it can be recycled under normal
industrial processes.
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41. In this respect it has great advantages over
conventional wooden formwork which is not only
wasteful of natural resources but also rapidly
loses quality and dimensional integrity with only a
few uses and requires skilled labour to rectify and
maintain.
Because the formwork is made entirely from
aluminium there is no need for wooden props,
bracing or panels.
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42. Construction sites are much cleaner
environments with benefits both in terms of
worker conditions and the elimination of rubbish
and waste.
It has also been found that because the formwork
is used like a factory line process actual
production is more efficient and site energy
resources are reduced in a better planned and
controlled manner.
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44. 9. PROJECTS COMPLETED
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The Cove, Penang
Supply of System
Formwork for the
construction of 3 no.
41and 1 no. 42 storey
condominium blocks
45. 1. Project: Paragon Heights, Kuala Lumpur
2. Project: The View, Penang
3. Project: The Cove, Penang
4. Project: Pelangi Damansara, Petaling Jaya
5. Project: Springtide Residences, Penang
6. Project: Zehn Bukit Pantai, Kuala Lumpur
7. Project: Time Square, Phase 1, Penang
8. Project: Pavilion Residences, Kuala Lumpur
9. Project: One Menerung Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
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46. 10. Project: Northshore Gardens, Kuala Lumpur
11. Project: Nautica Lake Suites, Sunway South
Quay
12. Project: 8 Gurney (The Shores), Penang
13. Project: Titiwangsa Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
14. Project: Five Stones, Petaling Jaya
15. Project: Ivory Resort, Penang
16. Project: Verticas Residensi, Kuala Lumpur
17. Project: Setia Sky Residences, Kuala Lumpur
18. Project: Oval Tower, Kuala Lumpur
19. Project: Scott SOHO, Kuala Lumpur
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