22-10-2014, 03:01 PM
Abstracts: Economy in concrete formwork design depends partly on the ingenuity and experiences of the form designer, whether a contractor or an engineer. The cost of formwork is significant, generally amounting to anywhere from 40% to 60% of the cost of a concrete structure. Judgment with respect to the development of a forming system could both expedite a project and reduce costs. Efficient and economical use of the material of which the forms are built is an integral part of the design process. Structural analysis and design concept visualization, whether in reinforced concrete permanent or temporary structure (formworks) is a subject that depends on geometric and physical perception, and every effort should be made by educators to enhance this ability.