FORMWORK & SCAFFOLDING
FORMWORK & SCAFFOLDING
Aluminium extrusions provide lightweight, modular, reusable formwork and scaffolding systems for concrete construction, enabling rapid assembly, reconfiguration, and relocation across job sites. Aluminium formwork reduces labour requirements and accelerates construction timelines compared to traditional timber or steel alternatives. Applications include column forms, wall forms, slab supports, access scaffolding, and temporary structures. The sector demands high strength, durability under repeated use cycles, and corrosion resistance to withstand moisture and chemical exposure during concrete curing.
Typical Aluminium Alloys Used
- 6061-T6 : Primary choice for formwork systems; high strength (240-290 MPa), excellent weldability, and good fatigue resistance for repeated assembly/ disassembly cycles.
- *6082-T6 : Structural beams and main support members requiring maximum stiffness and load capacity.
- 7xxx Series (7075, 7050) : Specialized high-strength applications for large-span formwork and heavy loading conditions.
Structural Considerations
- High strength-to-weight ratio for reduced dead load on structures
- Superior durability for 100+ reuse cycles
- Integration with fastening systems and connections
- Chemical resistance to concrete admixtures and curing agents
Market Outlook : Reusable aluminium formwork market growing at 11-14% CAGR in Asia-Pacific, with India representing one of the highest-growth markets at 15%+ annually hrough 2030