Forming Economical Concrete Buildings
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The ACI SP-90:1986 standard is a compilation of 15 papers that provide valuable insights for designers and constructors working with concrete formwork. The focus of this standard is on the careful consideration of formwork in order to achieve cost savings in concrete structures, as formwork can account for a significant portion (35-60%) of the project cost.
The standard covers various key subjects related to economical concrete construction, such as the challenges in making concrete cost-effective, the impact of form tie selection on project cost, and the management of quality in accelerated construction. The papers included in the standard address topics such as producing architectural concrete using plastic form liners, designing with plywood for concrete forming, and worker safety in formwork operations.
To provide practical insights, the standard also includes case studies on specific projects, such as the Westbury Condominium in Honolulu, Hawaii, and the lf-Aquitaine's World Headquarters Building at La Defense, Paris, France. These case studies offer real-world examples and solutions for forming economical concrete buildings.
| Descriptors | Formwork |
| Language(s) | English |
| File Size | 9.9 MB |
