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Modern methods of construction (MMC)
The concrete industry embraces innovation and modern methods of construction (MMC) by offering concrete solutions which can be used to…
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Hybrid concrete construction
Hybrid concrete construction is a method of construction which integrates precast concrete and cast in-situ concrete to make best advantage…
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Concrete Frames
Concrete’s unique flexibility provides a wide range of framing options and design/construction solutions to suit the project’s exact needs. Concrete…
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Vertical panel systems
Crane-lifted panel systems are commonly used on building sites to form vertical elements and usually consist of a steel frame…
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Table-form/flying-form
A table form/flying form is a large pre-assembled formwork and falsework unit, often forming a complete bay of suspended floor…
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System column formwork
The column formwork systems now available are normally modular in nature and allow quick assembly and erection on site while…
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Slipform
Slipform is similar in nature and application to jumpform, but the formwork is raised vertically in a continuous process. It…
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Jumpform
Generally, jumpform systems comprise the formwork and working platforms for cleaning/fixing of the formwork, steel fixing and concreting. The formwork…
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Formwork
Formwork is the structure, usually temporary, used to contain poured concrete and to mould it to the required dimensions and…
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Cladding
Precast concrete cladding offers a cost-effective means of providing a robust, high-quality facade, with a great variety of durable textures,…
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Offshore wind: Concrete gravity foundations
Concrete gravity foundations (CGFs) provide the robustness and performance required to meet the engineering demands placed on foundation solutions. They…
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Onshore wind energy
For onshore wind farms, concrete is already the established material of choice for foundations, either to form gravity structures or…
