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Cover of Advanced Formwork Systems Design and Construction Aspects
Advanced Formwork Systems Design and Construction Aspects
  • Publication no: ABC2025-005-25
  • Published: 27 June 2025

This paper presents recent Australian bridge examples of cast-in-place construction methodologies such as incrementally launched casting beds and balanced cantilever form travellers and explains how these design principles can be applied to other, more common structures such as columns, headstocks or para-pet barriers. The advantages of these bespoke systems compared to conventional formwork or pre-casting are elaborated, resulting in improved site productivity and improved concrete finish.

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