SLIP-FORM CONSTRUCTION OF HIGHWAY APPURTENANCES

This paper describes slip-form construction techniques for widening and resurfacing, curb and gutter building, single-lane concrete paving with integral curb, and concrete safety barrier. Formerly, most of this type of construction was done by using forms and hand tools. Labor requirements were high, and production rates were low. In recent years development of specialized slip-form equipment by contractors and equipment manufacturers has revolutionized this type of concrete construction. The authors describe some of the equipment available and the wide variety of equipment that provides for interchangeable mules or forms to shape concrete to almost any cross section. The paper presents some recommendations on suitable concrete mixes and finishing techniques for this type of work.

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  • Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved. Presented at the 6th Summer Meeting of the Transportation Research Board in cooperation with the Washington Department of Highways, August 6-8, 1973, Olympia, Washington. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved
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• Authors:
  • Ray, Gordon K
  • Lokken, Edwin C
  • Robbins, E G
• Publication Date: 1974

Media Info

• Media Type: Digital/other
• Features: Figures; References;
• Pagination: pp 50-56
• Serial:
  • Transportation Research Board Special Report
  • Issue Number: 148
  • Publisher: Transportation Research Board
  • ISSN: 0360-859X

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Admixtures; Barriers (Roads); Concrete finishing; Construction equipment; Curbs; Drains; Resurfacing; Slip form paving
• Uncontrolled Terms: Barriers
• Subject Areas: Construction; Highways;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00080979
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS, TRB, ATRI
• Created Date: Mar 26 1975 12:00AM