Comparison of a commercial and warehouse building execution using different formwork systems

摘要

This thesis focuses on executing concrete structures, more specifically on forming. It describes the basic characteristics of concrete as a structural material and formwork, as an essential part of the production process. It analyses the different types of formwork, ranging from traditional wood paneling to special formwork systems suitable for specific construction challenges. The second part of the thesis involves a comparison of forming solutions for a commercial and warehouse building using various formwork systems. The analyzed formwork technology is provided by Doka and Epic. An integral part of the thesis is the making of formwork plans, and forming process optimization. A cost analysis is then made for the required formwork material. Cost analysis includes material, transportation and labor costs that occur in the execution of a specific forming solution, within the calculated time frame. The findings of the cost analysis in the end justify the selection of a specific forming solution.