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Document:
SP107
Date:
June 1, 1988
Author(s):
Editor: Ramon J. Cook
Publication:
Symposium Papers
Volume:
107
Abstract:
SP-107 When building a concrete structure, quality and economic efficiency go hand-in-hand. Substantial savings can be achieved by integrating the forming system into the total building process. Forming Economical Concrete Buildings has been especially prepared as an aid to both the designer and contractor. With the cost of formwork sometimes representing over half the cost of construction, it should be fully considered when selecting building designs, layouts, structural member sizes, and construction methods. A collection of 12 papers, Forming Economical Concrete Buildings, offers the reader a variety of ideas which can lead to substantial savings in formwork costs.
DOI:
10.14359/14140
SP107-12
M. Linetsky
Presents design and applications of machinery for on-site manufacture and erection of concrete wall panels and roof slabs to create single-story buildings. The precast components are produced and erected with trailer-mounted rotatable and lifting forms. The basic plant requires two or more technological cycles to erect a bay, while a modified version can build a single-room bay in one cycle. Sizes of the bays and design of the structures are intended to meet housing requirements in developing and industrialized countries. Due to the simplicity of the design, high productivity of the machinery and diversity of the product, the suggested forming system can be an effective craneless method of precast concrete construction.
10.14359/3386
SP107-09
A. J. Cellucci
This paper describes a permanent forming system constructed of panels molded of expanded polystyrene. The panels interlock for fast erection and remain in place to provide insulation to the finished wall. Construction of forms and walls is discussed. The system can be used above or below ground. Bracing and whaler systems, methods of forming window and door openings, and finishes are discussed.
10.14359/3382
SP107-08
J. Bullock
In keeping with the theme of "Forming Economical Concrete Buildings," the end result of the project must be considered. Pumping of concrete walls from the bottom is not the most inexpensive method of wall construction unless the architectural possibilities of form and finish are considered. This concept, by eliminating or minimizing the need of concrete vibration during placement, allows more freedom of form by the designer than other conventional methods and almost guarantees an aesthetically pleasing finish. However, the economy of this technique is predicated upon spreading the initial cost of form fabrication over a broad base through the reuse of formwork. If a project has difficult concrete walls and/or lends itself to form reuse, the concept of pumping from the bottom becomes as economical as other more conventional methods.
10.14359/3377
SP107-06
J. M. Shilstone
This is a sequel by the author to a paper discussing the contract documents for architectural concrete. Here, the discussion covers those things that the contractor should do to produce an acceptable architectural concrete project. The recommendations start with a review of the contract documents to locate problems and potential points of conflict. From that point, materials, equipment, processes, and controls are described.
10.14359/3372
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