Bridge Shuttering

 

Bridge Shuttering​ is a specialized formwork system designed for concrete pouring in bridge engineering. It is primarily tailored to meet the forming requirements of various bridge components-such as beams, slabs, columns, piers, abutments, and box girders-in different bridge types, including beam bridges, arch bridges, cable-stayed bridges, and viaducts. The system utilizes high-strength materials and a modular design, offering exceptional load-bearing capacity, high forming accuracy, and excellent weather resistance.

 

 

• Exceptional Load-Bearing Performance: Bridge shuttering utilizes premium materials such as Q235/Q355-grade steel and high-strength waterproof plywood, which are processed through precision welding and assembly techniques to meet the high-pressure demands of large-volume concrete pouring in bridges.

• High-Precision Forming Results:​Bridge shuttering panels undergo fine grinding and leveling, with surface flatness tolerance ≤2 mm/m. Its modular splicing design, combined with standardized connectors, keeps joint gaps ≤1 mm, effectively preventing defects such as honeycombing, pitting, or misalignment after concrete pouring.

• Weather and Wear Resistance with High Reusability: Steel components are treated with multiple anti-corrosion processes such as hot-dip galvanizing and electrostatic spraying, enabling them to withstand harsh environmental conditions like wind, rain, temperature variations, and humidity in outdoor construction. The panels are made of phenolic resin waterproof plywood or high-strength overlaid boards, offering wear and impact resistance.

• Modular Design for Efficient Assembly and Disassembly:​ The system adopts a standardized modular structure, complemented by specialized pins, bolts, and connectors. It allows flexible assembly into formwork systems of various sizes and shapes to accommodate different bridge components such as simply supported beams, continuous beams, box girders, and piers. The assembly and disassembly processes are simple and convenient, requiring no complex heavy equipment, thereby greatly shortening construction cycles and improving operational efficiency.

• Safe and Reliable, Adaptable to Complex Conditions:​ The formwork structural design complies with bridge construction safety standards, with securely connected components and rigorously calculated and tested load-bearing capacity. The lightweight design balances strength and portability, making it adaptable to complex construction conditions such as high-altitude or remote bridge sites, ensuring a safe and stable construction process.

 

 

 

Core Materials and Specifications

 

Product Type	Core Materials	Standard Specifications	Key Performance Parameters
Steel Frame Plywood Bridge Formwork​	Steel Frame: Q235 mild steel; Panels: 18/21mm waterproof plywood (poplar/birch core, phenolic resin adhesive)	Standard Modules: 1220×2440mm, 915×1830mm; Custom irregular sizes available	Load-bearing capacity ≥50 kN/m²; Surface flatness ≤2 mm/m; 24h water absorption/swelling ≤12%
All-Steel Bridge Formwork​	Q235/Q355-grade steel, panel thickness 4-6mm	Customizable (adapted for irregular components like box girders, piers, etc.)	Tensile strength ≥370 MPa; Anti-corrosion grade ≥C3; Reusability cycles ≥30 times
Aluminum Alloy Bridge Formwork​	6061-T6 aluminum alloy	Standardized modular design, combinable and connectable	Density 2.7 g/cm³; Load-bearing capacity ≥45 kN/m²; Assembly/disassembly efficiency improved by over 30%
Connectors​	High-strength carbon steel, stainless steel	Standardized pins, bolts, clamps	Tensile strength ≥15 kN; Corrosion-resistant, suitable for long-term outdoor use

 

Applications Widely used in concrete pouring for various bridge engineering projects, including:

 

• Highway Bridges:​ Construction of beam bridges, arch bridges, and viaducts on major highways, national roads, and provincial roads.
• Railway Bridges:​ Pouring of bridge girders, piers, abutments, etc., for high-speed rail and conventional railway lines.
• Municipal Bridges:​ Construction of urban overpasses, river/sea-crossing bridges, pedestrian bridges, and underground passage bridge structures.
• Special Bridges:​ Bridge projects under complex conditions, such as mountain bridges, curved bridges, long-span box girder bridges, etc.

 

 

 

Quality Assurance & Service​

 

1.Strict Quality Control​

The entire production process complies with national standards such as GB/T 17656-2018 "Plywood for Concrete Formwork" and GB/T 700-2006 "Carbon Structural Steels." Every batch of products undergoes mechanical performance tests, dimensional accuracy inspections, and anti-corrosion performance tests, with full quality inspection reports provided.

2.Customized Solutions​

To meet the personalized requirements of different bridge types and component shapes, we offer integrated customization services-from formwork design and manufacturing to on-site installation guidance-ensuring precise alignment with project needs.

 

 

3.Professional Technical Support​

Our experienced engineering team provides comprehensive technical services, including early-stage construction plan optimization, formwork selection guidance, on-site installation and commissioning support, and troubleshooting during construction to ensure smooth project progress.

4.Comprehensive After-Sales Support​

Products are covered by a warranty. For any quality issues within the warranty period, we guarantee a 24-hour response and provide repair or replacement solutions. We also offer value-added services such as formwork recycling and refurbishment to help reduce overall project costs.

 

 

Note:​ The above parameters are based on industry-standard values and can be adjusted according to specific project requirements. Actual usage shall refer to the factory inspection report of the product.

 

 

 

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