What is scaffolding and formwork?

Formwork is arranged to support the structural members, whereas scaffolding is provided as a workers platform around the building to work at heights, Scaffolding is a movable/fixed platform refer below image for more details.

What is formwork for concrete?

Formwork molds the concrete to the desired size and shape, and controls its position and alignment. It is a temporary structure that supports its own weight and the freshly placed concrete, as well as construction live loads including materials, equipment, and workers.

What is scaffolding in building construction?

scaffold, in building construction, temporary platform used to elevate and support workers and materials during the construction, repair, or cleaning of a structure or machine; it consists of one or more planks of convenient size and length, with various methods of support, depending on the form and use.

Why steel formwork is preferred?

The advantages of steel formwork are durability and sturdiness. It provides a uniform and smooth surface finish for the structure. The steel formwork is highly reusable and easy to fix and remove.

What are the 6 requirements for quality formwork?

Requirements of good formwork

  • Strong enough to withstand dead and live loads.
  • Capable of retaining its shape by being efficiently propped and braced horizontally and vertically.
  • Joints should prevent leakage of cement grout.
  • Should be capable of being removed in various parts without damaging the concrete.

What is the difference between shuttering and formwork?

Formwork is the overarching term that’s used to describe the forming process. Shuttering is defined as the temporary moulds that are used to hold the wet concrete in place until the concrete has set and cured. Projects of different sizes will often need to use both formwork and shuttering methods.

What wood is used for formwork?

One of the earliest types of formwork is traditional timber formwork which is generally made from timber or plywood.