Key Features and Benefits of Plastic Formwork
- Light weight
- No honeycomb
- Saves Labor, Time and Money
- Faster Erection and dismantling process
- No Plastering required
- 100+ Repetition
- Modular System means Zero Wastage
- 100% Recyclable after use
1. Durability and Strength
One of the primary advantages of plastic formwork is its high strength and durability. Made from polymer materials, plastic formwork is lightweight yet incredibly strong.
It can take a load of 5Tons/SqMtr and we can construct a 3.6 mtrs height wall in one go. Making it best suitable for Retaining wall, lift walls, bunkers. It exhibits excellent toughness, allowing for easy stacking and handling operations. Moreover, plastic formwork possesses Electricial and fire resistance, high insulation, moisture resistance, and acid and alkali corrosion resistance, making it suitable for various construction environments.
2. Reusability and Cost Efficiency
Plastic formwork is designed for long-term use, with a turnover rate of more than 100 times. It can be utilized multiple times, reducing the need for frequent replacements. This reusability factor significantly contributes to cost efficiency in construction projects. Although the initial investment in plastic formwork is higher compared to Plywood and Metal based shuttering and similar to Mivan type Aluminum based formwork, its long-term usability and recyclability make it a more economical choice in the long run.
3. Easy Installation and Demolding (Shuttering and DE shuttering)
Plastic formwork offers unmatched convenience during installation and demolding processes. Its surface is smooth and flat, eliminating the need for mold release agents. Unlike wood plywood, which requires surface treatment after a few uses, plastic formwork maintains its smooth surface throughout multiple applications. After the concrete is poured and solidified, the formwork can be easily separated from the structure, simplifying the demolding process.
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All the locking system are made of plastic, so no consumables on construction site, eliminating repeated procurement, stock maintenance, chance of theft etc.
4. Environmental Friendliness
Plastic formwork stands out as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional formwork materials. It can be recycled, reducing environmental pollution and minimizing the impact on natural resources. Unlike wood, which contributes to deforestation, plastic formwork provides a sustainable solution for the construction industry. Additionally, plastic formwork does not release harmful volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the environment, ensuring a safer and healthier working environment for construction workers.
For Example: If one plywood formwork is used for max 5 repetition, when though it is cheap, for 100 repetition we need to make a purchase atleast 20 times. But plastic is double the plywood cost and can be used 100+ times without a need to purchase again n again.
5. Versatility and Adaptability
Plastic formwork is highly versatile and adaptable to various construction requirements. It has different sized panel from 100mm (4 inch) to 600 mm (24 Inch) and using these panels can combination can be formed lowering the inventory cost. It can be used for a wide range of concrete applicatoins, including walls, columns, slabs, and even in specialized applications like boundary walls and drainage systems. The modular design of plastic formwork allows for easy customization and adjustments, enabling construction professionals to create complex shapes and forms with ease.
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