TYPICAL FLOOR FORMWORK STAGES

1) Setting out the axes

2) Erecting the columns

3) Leveling the columns

4) Cutting columns at floor elevation and setting up beams

5) Setting up floor slabs

6) Balconies

7) Decorative elements

1) Column reinforcement (bracing)

2) Beam reinforcement (bracing)

3) Nailing frames for chimney and utility openings

1. Concrete pouring

2. Axis setting ..........................................(Day 2)

3. Beam side panel removal ................(Day 5)

4. Column bracing removal ..........(Day 5)

5. Column cap removal ..................(Day 7)

6. Column erection for upper floor

7. Leveling the columns

8. Slab formwork removal ...................(Day 9)

9. Beam bracing removal ............ (Day 10)

(Supports remain at center)

10. Balcony removal and re-erection ........(Day 14)

(Balcony underside ends supported)

11. Upper floor concrete pouring ...............(Day 21 minimum in hot weather)