COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF VARIOUS FORMWORK SYSTEM (KEY IJP************277)

• Mr. Haresh Sudhakarrao Bakale

Abstract

As urban areas face increasing space constraints, high-rise structures are becoming more prevalent. Globally, many of these buildings are constructed using steel. However, in India, reinforced cement concrete (RCC) is the predominant material for high-rise buildings. Despite advancements in construction technologies, the availability of a large labor force and semi-skilled workers has limited the mechanization of construction activities. While concrete manufacturing in urban areas has largely been mechanized, the corresponding progress in formwork has lagged. For high-rise structures, the cost of formwork and concreting are major considerations.