Formwork Components

What is the primary purpose of using girders in formwork construction?

• To provide electrical conduits

• To support the formwork panels

• To enhance the aesthetic appeal of the structure

• To act as a primary load-bearing element

Snap ties are used in formwork to:

• Connect panels and girders

• Hold the formwork panels together under pressure

• Provide a base for the scaffolding

• Act as a temporary support for girders

What is the function of walers in formwork systems?

• To distribute the load evenly across the formwork

• To provide a walking surface for workers

• To act as the main structural support

• To secure the base of the formwork to the ground

Yoking in formwork refers to:

• The process of joining two panels with a hinge

• A method of waterproofing the formwork

• The use of cross-bracing to stabilize the formwork

• A decorative element added to the exterior of the formwork

Pilasters in formwork are used to:

• Provide additional support and stability to tall structures

• Connect the formwork to the ground

• Act as a guide for the placement of snap ties

• Enhance the thermal insulation of the formwork

The primary function of formwork panels is to:

• Act as a temporary mold for concrete

• Provide insulation to the concrete

• Serve as a permanent structural element

• Enhance the curing process of concrete

Blockouts in formwork are used to:

• Increase the strength of the formwork

• Create openings or voids in the concrete structure

• Connect different sections of the formwork

• Provide a base for the scaffolding

Strong backs are used in formwork to:

• Act as the primary load-bearing element

• Provide additional support to the formwork panels

• Connect the formwork to the concrete foundation

• Serve as a temporary support for the girders