Formwork and shuttering are both common terms in the concrete construction industry. Sometimes, these terms are used interchangeably. Formwork is the overarching term that’s used to describe the forming process. Shuttering is defined as the...
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ADVANTAGES OF FORMPLYFormply satisfies Australian Standard (AS) 6669 which classifies as high performing plywood. The standard ensures panels are acceptable to use in load-bearing operations. Another benefit is customisation. Consumers can...
FORMPLY APPLICATIONSFormply combines features of architectural and structural plywood to create a strong and modern product. Its primary use is in concrete formwork. The panels hold the concrete in a mould until it sets. F17 use is widespread...
IS FORMPLY WATERPROOF? Formply is water-resistant but not entirely waterproof. Sheets are designed to withstand moisture on-site through their high-density overlay. The film on top is waterproof, while the...
FORMPLY VS MARINE PLYWOOD Workers would coat marine plywood sheets in oil for a smooth finish before formply. F17 expands upon marine plywood, ideal for use in areas of constant contact with moisture. The outer face is waterproof, allowing...
MARINE VS REGULAR PLYWOOD Not all structural plywood is labelled as marine due to the strict criteria it must fulfil. Voids cannot be present in the inner veneer layers due to their delaminating effect. The risk of it occurring rises...
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN F14 AND F17 PLYWOOD Formply receives stress grades from F11 to F27, depending on strength. The most commonly available on the market are the F14 and F17 varieties. Deciding between the two depends on the budget and structure...
NON-STRUCTURAL PLYWOOD Non-Structural Ply 7mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120075/packNon-Structural Ply 9mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120060/packNon-Structural Ply 12mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120045/packNon-Structural Ply 15mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x...
STRUCTURAL PLYWOOD Structural Ply 7mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120075/packStructural Ply 9mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120060/packStructural Ply 12mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120045/packStructural Ply 15mm CD2400 x 1200 / 2700 x 120035/packStructural...
LVL Beam95 x 47mm88/packLVL Beam95 x 65mm66/packLVL Beam150 x 77mm35/packLengths1.8 – 6.0mt