Gate valves control water flow in various industries and locations. They can be made of wood or metal and slide vertically or act like a flap. Gates regulate water movement for flood control and agriculture. Penstocks are often moved by hydraulic systems, while sluice gates were historically used in mills. Fish cannot pass through gates […]
Shuttering is the process of building temporary retaining structures for concrete casting. Formwork is used to give concrete shape and prevent leaks or uneven surfaces. Workers must check and double-check the formwork before pouring concrete. Once the concrete sets, the formwork is removed and cleaned for future use. Builders are trained to construct formwork and […]
Formwork is a temporary structure that acts as a mold for concrete. Panels, prefabricated molds, and falsework are used. Panels can be made of steel, aluminum, plastic, or plywood. Falsework includes rods, pins, couplers, or boards. Plywood is cheap but can warp, steel is durable but heavy and expensive, plastic is reusable, and aluminum can […]
