Title:
Concrete Q&A: Interpretation of Formwork Requirements
Author(s):
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
47
Issue:
1
Appears on pages(s):
74-76
Keywords:
architect, contractor, plywood, layout
DOI:
10.14359/51745478
Date:
1/1/2025
Abstract:
If not clearly stated in contract documents, an interpretation of formwork requirements may become an issue on a project. For example, if the specification calls for the largest practical size of plywood, a reasonable contractor interpretation would be 4 x 8 ft (1.2 x 2.4 m) size because 5 x 10 ft (1.5 x 3.0 m) is often special order where delivery can delay the project; however, the architect may think otherwise.
Related References:
1. ACI Committee 301, “Specifications for Concrete Construction (ACI SPEC-301-20),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2020, 69 pp.
2. ACI Committee 347, “Guide to Formwork for Concrete (ACI PRC-347-14) (Reapproved 2021),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2014, 36 pp.
3. AIA MasterSpec®, The American Institute of Architects, Washington, DC.
4. ACI Committee 347, “Guide to Formed Concrete Surfaces (ACI PRC-347.3-13) (Reapproved 2021),” American Concrete Institute, Farmington Hills, MI, 2013, 17 pp.