About This Book
The SP-4 (14) Formwork for Concrete is an authoritative industry reference guide published by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). It provides comprehensive guidance on designing and constructing safe, efficient, and cost-effective molds for wet concrete.
(Note: "Formwork" refers to the temporary structure or mold used to contain poured concrete until it hardens and gains sufficient strength.)
Key Overview - Current Edition: 8th Edition, published in 2014 and updated to align with ACI 347R-14 standards - Author: Edited and revised by David W. Johnston of North Carolina State University - Format & Size: 512-page hardcover featuring hundreds of color photographs and illustrations - Price: Typically ranges from $179 to $280, depending on the supplier
What the Book Covers - Structural Design: Explains the calculations and guidelines for wall, slab, and column forms, with a focus on bending, shear, and deflection - Shoring and Bracing: Dedicated chapters covering support towers, lateral pressure, and wind loads - Special Structures: Includes specific guidance for bridge formwork and architectural concrete finishes - Learning Tools: Features real-world design examples and practice problems to support student learning
Who Uses It - Contractors and Builders: Serves as a practical field reference and is frequently required for contractor licensing examinations - Engineers and Architects: Used to evaluate structural limitations and verify that designs can be safely constructed - Students: Provides a foundational resource for learning the core principles of concrete construction
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