After how much time the formwork is usually removed once the walls, columns, and vertical faces of all structural parts have been built?
After how much time the formwork is usually removed once the walls, columns, and vertical faces of all structural parts have been built? Correct Answer 24 to 48 hours
Concept:
As per IS 456 2000, minimum period before striking formwork for various components are as follows-
| Type of Formwork | Minimum Period Before Striking Formwork |
| Vertical formwork to columns, walls, beams |
16-24 h |
| Soffit formwork to slabs (Props to be re-fixed immediately after removal of formwork) |
3 days |
| Soffit formwork to beams (Props to be re-fixed immediately after removal of formwork) |
7 days |
| Props to slabs:1) Spanning up to 4.5 m 2) Spanning over 4.5 m |
7 days 14 days |
| Props to beams and arches: 1) Spanning up to 6 m 2) Spanning over 6 m |
14 days 21 days |
Formwork is usually removed after 24 to 48 hours once the walls, columns, and vertical faces of all structural parts have been built.
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