Types of concrete forms

Description

The shapes, construction methods and purposes of different types of concrete forms, including special forms like sliding and climbing formwork. Suitable materials for forms and any products or coatings used to enhance the properties of the form.

Alternative labels

types of concrete forms
sliding formwork
typology of concrete form
climbing formwork
concrete formwork types
sorts of former
kinds of formers
types of concrete formwork
typology of concrete formwork
kinds of formwork
sorts of formwork
concrete form types

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Types of concrete forms is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Optional knowledge

Types of concrete forms is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Concrete finisher supervisor: Concrete finisher supervisors monitor the concrete finishing process. They assign tasks to finishers and take quick decisions to resolve problems. They may also pass on their skills to apprentices.
Concrete finisher: Concrete finishers work with binding agents like cement and concrete. They put up any removable forms and pour concrete into the forms. They then execute one or several actions to finish the concrete: cutting, screeding or levelling, compacting, smoothing, and chamfering to prevent chipping.
Building construction worker: Building construction workers prepare and maintain building construction activities on construction sites. They perform preparation and clean-up work in order to assist specialised construction workers.

 


 

References

  1. Types of concrete forms – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022