The Benefits of Steel Concrete Formwork

Construction companies make use of concrete formwork due to the strength, durability, and versatility that concrete lends to a build. The excellent properties presented by concrete have made it the most reliable and long-lasting choice of material for numerous building projects. Combined with the right type of formwork, this material has been integral in forming the mammoth structures that form a major part of our urban infrastructure. Understanding the importance of using the correct type of concrete formwork, we at Disc-O-Scaff manufacture and supply quality steel formwork for forming the structural components needed in construction.

Why Use Steel for Concrete Formwork?

Steel formwork is composed of panels that are modular in design and can be fitted together with clamps, wedges, and clips. This type of concrete formwork is ideal for large construction projects where the shuttering needs to be used multiple times. Steel formwork may be more expensive than other types of shuttering. However, when weighing the advantages over the costs, it is far more beneficial to use this material for concrete formwork:

Unlike other materials, steel is more resilient as it does not expand or shrink over time and does not absorb moisture from the wet concrete.
As steel does not change its shape or warp, it is far superior and more accurate.
Steel has high tensile strength and is more durable than other types of formwork.
It gives a smooth finish to concrete surfaces without the need for any further treatment
Parts of the formwork are easily portable and adjustable.
Formwork can be installed and dismantled with greater ease and speed.

What are the Requirements of Quality Concrete Formwork?

To ensure that the formwork that you receive from us is suitable for any construction project, we have compiled a list of what you can expect from our quality formwork:

Rigidity in design – the concrete will retain its shape once cured.
Strength – our steel formwork will be more than adequate to withstand varying loads.
Zero leaks – using the correct clamps, wedges, and clips with the formwork will prevent any leakage through the joints.

The panels are also joined together seamlessly on the outer perimeter of the formwork, allowing the concrete to set uniformly to the desired levels, and once the concrete has been cured, they can be easily removed without causing damage.

Leaders in Modular Steel Formwork Fabrication

For over 10 years, we at Disc-O-Scaff have supplied the construction industry with formwork and scaffolding manufactured from SABS-approved materials. Our scaffolding systems and components are engineered in-house and are fabricated in accordance with scaffolding standards, ensuring our customers, both big and small, that the scaffold solutions received from us are of the highest quality. Contact us to find out more about how our formwork panels can be customised for your specific requirements.