Formwork for Concrete Structures by R.L.Peurifoy and G.D- By EasyEngineering.net

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Forms for Architectural Concrete 405
4. Erect the inside wall forms.
5. Bring all forms to the proper alignment, then brace and
securely fasten all form parts.
Order of Stripping Forms
At the time the details for making forms are prepared, the order and
methods of stripping should be considered. Unless care is exercised in
making and erecting forms, it may be discovered that some parts, panels,
or members cannot be removed without wholly or partly destroying
them. Because many panels are to be removed and reused, it is important
to erect them in a manner that will permit their removal without
damage. Parts or panels that are to be removed first should not be placed
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behind other parts that will be removed later. Such parts should be fastened
together with double-headed nails, which can be removed easily.
Wood Molds
Wood molds are used as formwork to cast ornamental designs for cornices,
pilasters, belt courses, water tables, and other members for architectural
concrete. These molds are best adapted to ornaments requiring the
use of standard moldings or moldings that can be made in a mill. A form
unit consists of an assembly of several parts and pieces to produce the
specified profile or design for the concrete, as illustrated in Figure 14-6.
FIGURE 14-6 An assembly of wood molds. (Source: Portland Cement
Association)
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