The session provides an overview of commonly used proprietary systems used in building and simple civil applications, covering; which applications they are suitable for, features and benefits and how the most appropriate system is selected.

Systems and applications covered:

• Panel, Alform & Superslim and Special Formwork
• Single Sided and Climbing Formwork
• Alshor, Rapidshor and Airodek Falsework

The session provides a detailed look at the use of commonly used proprietary formwork systems. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background including: which applications they are suitable for, features and benefits, system selection, suitable release agents, calculation of concrete pressure, requirements for stability.

Systems and applications covered:

• Panel, Alform & Superslim and Special Formwork
• Single Sided and Climbing Formwork

The session provides a detailed look at the use of commonly used proprietary falsework systems. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background including: which applications they are suitable for, features and benefits, system selection, design checks required by BS5975, the difference between fixed at the head and freestanding falsework, the difference between fully braced and partially braced systems considerations when designing Superslim soldiers.

Systems and applications covered:

• Alshor, Rapidshor and Airodek Falsework

The session provides a detailed look at the use of proprietary Climbing Formwork and Perimeter Safety Screens. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background including: which applications they are suitable for, features and benefits, system selection, anchorages, climbing options.

Systems and applications covered:

• Rapidclimb, Ascent F and Ascent S

The session provides a detailed look at the use of proprietary equipment used to provide support during refurbishment. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background including: Needling, Propping and Façade Retentions. Guidance is given on wind loading and the application of BS5975 and CIRIA report C579.

Systems and applications covered:

• Megashor, Slimshor, Tetrashor and standard beams

The session provides a detailed look at the use of proprietary equipment for heavy duty propping and support covering equipment and background to design. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background.  Illustrated by case studies it includes guidance on equipment selection, different configurations, design checks required by BS5975, mechanical and hydraulic jacks, coping with horizontal loads and movement.

Systems and applications covered:

• Steel Beams, Megashor, R800

The session provides a detailed look at the use of proprietary beams and trusses for clear span openings in falsework, bridge decks, footbridges and service bridges. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background.  Guidance is given on equipment selection, different configurations and design checks required by BS5975.

Systems and applications covered:

• Megashor, Slimshor and Tetrashor

Drawing on Altrad RMD Kwikform's extensive experience the session provides a detailed look at the use of Paraslim & Webtie for composite deck construction. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background.  Illustrated by case studies it includes guidance on suitable configurations, anchorage and stability.

Systems and applications covered:

• Paraslim & Webtie

This session provides an overview of the use of proprietary equipment for typical ground shoring applications. It gives guidance on equipment selection, different configuration options across the full Altrad RMD Kwikform product range, and highlights the calculations and checks undertaken to produce a full design submission. In addition, the session looks at digital innovation, BIM capability, and our in-house 3D visualisation tool LocusEye.

Systems and applications covered:

• Trench boxes, Manhole boxes, Drag boxes, Lite waler, Double Acting Manhole Brace, GeoBrace, Tubeshor

The session provides an overview of the use of proprietary equipment for generally larger scale excavation support schemes including basement excavations. It provides a mixture of practical equipment advice and design background. Illustrated by case studies, it includes guidance on equipment selection, different configurations, design calculations and checks undertaken, and guidance on using mechanical or hydraulic jack options.

Systems and applications covered:

• GeoBrace, Tubeshor, Load monitoring using e-pins

This session provides a more in-depth look at the use of proprietary equipment for generally larger scale excavation support schemes including basement excavations. It covers a new approach to the assessment of thermal load on prop performance, and an introduction to the Tubeshor Active Thermal Compensator.

Systems and applications covered:

• GeoBrace, Tubeshor, Load monitoring using e-pins, Tubeshor Active Thermal Compensator

Covering Altrad RMD Kwikform’s BIM capabilities and demonstrating how we can assist with the creation of 3D models in various formats. The session also covers LocusEye, our in-house 3D visualisation software.