Slipform

Slipform refers to a method of constructing vertical concrete structures using a self-climbing framework system that had its origins in the USA over one hundred years ago and is capable of climbing at a rate of 30-40m per week. However, in the early 1970s an automated paving system was introduced from the USA, which is often referred to as “slipform”. To differentiate, the latter is classified as horizontal paving or horizontal slipforming. Very little has been written about slipforming, and there are not British or US Standards, Codes of Practice, or similar documents to refer to for guidance. This chapter presents a brief outline of the history, development, method of operations, and concrete practice for vertical slipform. It is not intended in any way to be a method statement for the contractor.

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  • Abstracts reprinted with the permission from Elsevier.
• Corporate Authors:

  Butterworth-Heinemann

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  Burlington, MA  United States  01803
• Authors:
  • Horne, Reg
• Publication Date: 2003

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Print
• Features: Figures;
• Pagination: 24p
• Monograph Title: Advanced Concrete Technology. Processes

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Concrete; Concrete structures; Contractors; Guidelines; Paving; Vertical supports
• Uncontrolled Terms: Slipforming; Vertical displacement (Structures)
• Subject Areas: Highways; Materials; I32: Concrete;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01031416
• Record Type: Publication
• ISBN: 0750651059
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 23 2006 7:59AM