🏗️ Aluminum Formwork Precision, Strength & Speed in Concrete Construction   Aluminum Formwork is a state-of-the-art formwork system engineered for modern construction needs. Made from high-quality lightweight aluminum alloys, it offers superior strength, durability, and ease of use compared to traditional timber or steel formwork. Designed to accelerate construction cycles while ensuring precision and repeatability, Aluminum Formwork is ideal for residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects.     🔹 Product Overview    Aluminum Formwork is a modular system comprising lightweight panels, beams, connectors, and accessories designed to shape concrete structures such as walls, slabs, beams, and columns. Its robust aluminum framework ensures high load-bearing capacity while being easy to assemble and dismantle, enabling fast formwork turnaround times and reduced labor costs.     🔹 Material & Construction   Material:High-strength aluminum alloy (typically AL6061-T6 or equivalent), offering excellent corrosion resistance and lightweight properties. Panel Frame:Extruded aluminum profiles with integrated slots for easy fixing and alignment. Form Face:Smooth, durable plywood or phenolic-coated boards laminated on aluminum frame for superior concrete finish and easy cleaning. Dimensions:Panels available in standard sizes (e.g., 600mm x 2400mm, 1200mm x 2400mm) or custom sizes to suit project requirements.     🔹 Key Features   Lightweight & High Strength: Aluminum structure reduces panel weight, easing handling without compromising on strength or load capacity. Modular Design: Interlocking panels and accessories enable flexible configurations for walls, slabs, beams, and columns. Precision Engineering: Tight tolerances ensure uniform concrete finishes, reducing the need for plastering or grinding. Fast Assembly & Dismantling: Quick-locking mechanisms and minimal use of nails or screws speed up on-site work. Reusability: Panels have a long service life, often over 300 uses, making them cost-effective and eco-friendly. Corrosion Resistance: Aluminum alloy resists rust and weathering, suitable for all climates.     🔹 Components   Wall Panels: Lightweight, with embedded handles and connection points for rapid installation. Slab Panels: Flat, strong panels designed to support concrete slabs with uniform thickness. Beams and Columns Formers: Adjustable aluminum formers for shaping structural elements. Accessories: Clamps, wedges, alignment pins, tie rods, and support brackets designed for secure formwork assembly.     🔹 Technical Specifications   Parameter Specification Material AL6061-T6 Aluminum Alloy Panel Thickness 5060 mm (including plywood face) Max Load Capacity Up to 45 kN/m² depending on panel size Panel Sizes Standard: 600mm x 2400mm, 1200mm x 2400mm Surface Finish Phenolic-coated plywood for smooth concrete Reusability Up to 300+ cycles with proper maintenance Weight per Panel Approx. 2535 kg depending on size Corrosion Protection Natural aluminum oxide layer (no rust)         🔹 Advantages   Improved Construction Speed: Reduces cycle time by up to 50% compared to traditional formwork. Superior Concrete Finish: Minimal joints and tight fittings result in smooth wall and slab surfaces. Reduced Labor & Material Waste: Easy handling and modularity decrease labor costs and waste. Eco-Friendly: Reusable panels reduce timber usage and construction debris. Versatile Application: Suitable for high-rise buildings, apartments, commercial complexes, tunnels, and bridges.     🔹 Applications   Residential buildings and apartments Commercial and office complexes Infrastructure projects (bridges, tunnels) Industrial buildings and warehouses Schools, hospitals, and public facilities   How Aluminum Formwork (Aluformwork) Is Designed   1. Design Objectives   Aluminum formwork is designed to provide a precise, reusable, lightweight, and durable mold for shaping concrete structures. The key goals in design are: Strength & Stability: Withstand concrete pressure during pouring and curing without deformation. Lightweight & Easy Handling: For fast assembly, dismantling, and transportation. Precision & Finish: Ensure smooth, consistent concrete surfaces with minimal joints. Modularity: Allow flexible combinations to form walls, slabs, beams, and columns. Reusability: Enable multiple cycles with minimal maintenance.     2. Material Selection Aluminum Alloy: Usually high-strength alloys like AL6061-T6 or equivalent, chosen for:   Excellent strength-to-weight ratio Corrosion resistance Good machinability for extrusion and fabrication Form Face: The concrete contact surface is often laminated plywood or phenolic-coated boards bonded onto aluminum frames for smooth finishes and durability.     3. Structural Components Panels: Extruded aluminum profiles form the frame around plywood sheets.   Profiles have built-in slots, grooves, and recesses for quick fixing and connections. Thickness and cross-section designed via structural analysis to handle formwork loads. Beams & Columns: Specialized aluminum formers and edge strips to shape structural elements. Connectors & Accessories: Clips, clamps, wedges, pins designed to lock panels securely and align precisely.     4. Engineering & Load Calculations The formwork design follows engineering principles to calculate loads such as:   Hydrostatic pressure of fresh concrete (can be up to 1015 kN/m²) Dynamic loads during pouring and vibration Wind and handling loads Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and stress testing ensure panels wont deform under pressure. Safety factors are incorporated per industry standards (ASTM, EN, ACI codes).     5. Modular & Interlocking Design Panels are designed to interlock via tongue-and-groove joints or clip systems. This modularity allows panels of various sizes to be combined to form different shapes and dimensions. Adjustable components like clamps and wedges allow for fine-tuning alignment.   6. Surface Finish Design The plywood or phenolic-coated boards provide a smooth concrete contact surface. The design minimizes seams and joints on panel faces to avoid surface defects. Panels are designed to be easy to clean and maintain, extending lifespan.     7. Ease of Assembly & Handling Lightweight panels with ergonomic handles and integrated fixing points. Quick-locking mechanisms reduce the need for nails or bolts. Compatibility with standard scaffolding and supports.     8. Durability & Maintenance Aluminum frame treated to resist corrosion (anodized or natural oxide layer). Plywood/form face replaceable if worn out without replacing the whole panel. Designed for 300+ reuse cycles with proper care.     Summary   Aluminum formwork design blends mechanical engineering, materials science, and practical construction needs to deliver a lightweight, strong, and reusable system that improves construction speed and quality. Its a sophisticated balance of structure, modularity, precision, and durability.       🔹 Packing & Shipping   Panels are stacked on pallets, strapped securely with protective corner guards and shrink wrap. Accessories packed in cartons or crates with foam padding. Export-quality wooden crates or pallets, ISPM-15 compliant. Container load optimized for volume and weight.     🔹 Why Choose us?   Manufactured under strict quality control in ISO-certified factories. Designed for international standards compliance (ASTM, EN). Technical support and training available for on-site teams. Custom solutions tailored to project requirements. Competitive pricing with reliable export logistics.   📦 Packing Details  Aluminum Formwork   1. Packaging Method Panels are stacked flat on heavy-duty wooden pallets, with a maximum of 1520 panels per pallet depending on panel thickness and size. Each pallet is secured with steel/plastic strapping and wrapped tightly with shrink wrap to protect against dust, moisture, and scratches. Corner protectors (cardboard or plastic) are used on pallet edges to prevent damage during handling and transport. Accessories (clamps, wedges, pins, tie rods) are packed separately in sturdy cartons or wooden crates with foam padding to prevent damage. All wooden packaging complies with ISPM-15 phytosanitary standards for export.   2. Pallet & Crate Specifications   Item Dimensions (approx.) Weight per pallet Aluminum Panels 2.4 m × 1.2 m × 0.15 m (H) 300450 kg Accessories Varies, packed in cartons/crates 2050 kg per carton/crate     Pallets designed for forklift handling with adequate clearance on all sides. Stacking height kept within 1.5 meters to maintain stability.   3. Labeling Each pallet/carton is labeled with:   Product description and dimensions Quantity and batch number Handling instructions (Fragile, Keep Dry) Export destination and consignee info.