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What Is an H20 Timber Beam? Sizes, Features and Uses

What Is an H20 Timber Beam? Sizes, Features and Uses

H20 timber beams are formwork beams used in slab, table-shoring, wall and column formwork systems. They can support a form-facing surface in slab work or form part of project-specific wall and column panels together with plywood and steel walers. Where Are H20 Beams Used?Table and slab formworkH20 beam slab-formwork layoutsSingle-sided and double-sided wall formworkColumn formwork panelsVario-type timber-beam formworkProject-specific formwork panels H20 Beam LengthsThe current product range includes 145, 180, 215, 245, 265, 290, 330, 360, 390, 420, 450, 490 and 590 cm options. Beam length is s..

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H20 Timber Beam Lengths: 145–590 cm

H20 Timber Beam Lengths: 145–590 cm

The current H20 timber-beam range includes 145, 180, 215, 245, 265, 290, 330, 360, 390, 420, 450, 490 and 590 cm length options. What Determines Beam Length?Length selection depends on panel or slab geometry, support points, beam joints and the complete formwork arrangement. A longer beam is not automatically the better choice for every layout. Slab and Table-Shoring ApplicationsIn slab formwork, H20 beams can be used as primary or secondary supports. Beam direction, support points and the facing layout work together as one system. Wall and Column PanelsIn H20 Vario panels, beam length is cons..

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H20 Vario Wall and Column Formwork System

H20 Vario Wall and Column Formwork System

H20 Vario formwork combines H20 timber beams, steel walers and plywood facing to create wall and column panels sized for the project. It provides a project-specific panel approach when standard modular steel-panel dimensions do not fit the required geometry. Main System ComponentsH20 timber beamsSteel wall or column walersPlywood form-facing surfaceBeam-to-waler connectionsTie rods, nuts and platesBrace and working-platform connectionsCorner and stop-end components where required How H20 Beams Work in the PanelThe H20 beams support the plywood facing while steel walers connect the beam layout ..

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What Is a Telescopic Prop? Uses, Sizes and Selection

What Is a Telescopic Prop? Uses, Sizes and Selection

Telescopic props are height-adjustable steel supports used below slab and beam formwork. An inner and outer tube, adjustment mechanism and related components allow the prop to work within its intended height range. Current product: Telescopic Prop - Adjustable Formwork Prop. Where Are Telescopic Props Used?Slab formworkBeam support arrangementsResidential projectsPlywood and timber-beam slab formworkTemporary support arrangements designed for the project Main ComponentsTypical parts include the inner and outer tubes, adjustment mechanism, nut, locking hook and the top support connection. A fla..

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Telescopic Prop Sizes: 3–5 Metre Models

Telescopic Prop Sizes: 3–5 Metre Models

The current product range includes telescopic-prop classes of 3 m, 3.5 m, 4 m, 4.5 m and 5 m. The nominal product class is not the same as the exact closed and open working range, which varies by model. Nominal Length vs Working RangeThe product class identifies the general length category. Tube overlap, locking-hole positions and the adjustment mechanism determine the actual minimum and maximum working height. What Determines the Correct Size?The actual support height, top-head arrangement, formwork beams and bottom contact level all affect size selection. Choosing the longest prop is not aut..

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Telescopic Props vs Table Shoring: Differences and Uses

Telescopic Props vs Table Shoring: Differences and Uses

Telescopic props and table shoring are two different support approaches used below slab formwork. Both support slab-formwork loads, but their system structure and site organization are different. Telescopic Prop ArrangementTelescopic props are individual height-adjustable vertical supports. They are positioned according to the formwork layout and work with compatible heads, beams and other support members. Table-Shoring ArrangementTable shoring is a modular system in which vertical members, bracing, adjustment components, heads and upper support beams work together. Repeated slab areas can use..

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What Is Film-Faced Plywood? Concrete Formwork Uses

What Is Film-Faced Plywood? Concrete Formwork Uses

Film-faced plywood is a multi-layer timber plywood with a protective film surface. It is widely used as a concrete-formwork facing material because the coated surface provides a smoother contact face and supports repeated use when the sheet is handled correctly. Why Is Film-Faced Plywood Used for Concrete Formwork? The coated face helps create a smoother concrete-contact surface and can make stripping easier. Reuse depends on plywood quality, support layout, edge protection, stripping method, cleaning and storage. 18 mm and 21 mm Plywood 18 mm and 21 mm are common thickness options. Thicknes..

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Plywood vs OSB: Which Is Better for Concrete Formwork?

Plywood vs OSB: Which Is Better for Concrete Formwork?

Plywood and OSB are both wood-based sheet materials, but their construction and surface characteristics are different. That difference matters when the material is considered for concrete formwork. What Is Plywood? Plywood is made from thin timber veneers bonded in alternating grain directions. Formwork-grade products can have a film-coated surface designed for concrete contact. See What Is Film-Faced Plywood?. What Is OSB? OSB is made from oriented wood strands bonded under pressure. It is used in roofing, wall, floor, packaging and other structural or construction applications depending o..

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Concrete Spacer Types: Fiber, Plastic and Heavy-Duty

Concrete Spacer Types: Fiber, Plastic and Heavy-Duty

Concrete spacer types vary by material, geometry, contact area and intended application. A spacer suited to a slab may not be the best fit for a wall, column or bored-pile cage. Fiber-Reinforced Spacers Fiber-reinforced spacers are available in different shapes, including multi-size, profile and bar forms. Plastic Spacers Plastic spacers can be produced in clip, ring, slab and wall-oriented geometries depending on reinforcement layout. Profile and Bar Spacers Profile and bar spacers create line support beneath reinforcement. Geometry and contact area influence where they are most suitable. ..

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What to Check When Buying Used Panel Formwork

What to Check When Buying Used Panel Formwork

When evaluating used panel formwork, panel quantity and price are only part of the picture. Steel-frame condition, facing surface, weld areas, panel geometry and accessory compatibility together indicate the overall condition of the system. See the current Used Panel Formwork product page. For the overall system structure, see What Is a Panel Formwork System?. Steel-Frame Condition The steel frame forms the main structural body of a panel. Bending, impact damage, visible deformation and heavy corrosion can affect panel condition and alignment. Corners and joint areas are especially useful wh..

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Panel Formwork Components: Locks, Corners, Braces and Lifting

Panel Formwork Components: Locks, Corners, Braces and Lifting

A panel formwork system consists of more than the panels themselves. Different panel formwork components work together to connect panels, form corners, support alignment and assist with handling on site. For the overall system, see What Is a Panel Formwork System?. What Does a Panel Lock Do? A panel lock connects adjacent panels and helps the panel line work as one system. Correct component compatibility is important because lock geometry and connection dimensions can vary between system families. What Is a Corner Connection? Corner components help form internal or external changes in direc..

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What Is a Concrete Spacer? Purpose and Selection

What Is a Concrete Spacer? Purpose and Selection

A concrete spacer helps maintain a controlled distance between reinforcement and the formwork, ground or surrounding surface so that the intended concrete cover can be maintained. What Does a Concrete Spacer Do? Its main role is to support reinforcement position before and during concrete placement. Different applications can require different spacer shapes and materials. Where Are Concrete Spacers Used? Slabs and raft foundations Walls and columns Heavy reinforcement zones Bored-pile reinforcement cages Precast and special reinforced-concrete work What Affects Spacer Selection? Required ..

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