Abd El-Razek, M E and Basha, I M (2001) Constructability improvement of bridges using stepping formwork. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 127(3), pp. 206-213. ISSN 0733-9364
Abstract
Many construction systems have been used to build several highway bridges and elevated roads in Egypt. Recently, the stepping shuttering system has been used in Egypt for cast-in-place concrete bridge. This system is most appropriate for concrete bridges of moderate spans ranging from 40 to 70 m. The stepping shuttering system provides appropriate means to satisfy local needs for concrete bridge construction in an urban environment, practically without infringing on traffic or property below. This paper presents an innovative method of construction that has been used in Egypt for the first time to build the 6th October Bridge extension. Issues regarding the constructability and innovation are highlighted, and the significant aspects during the bridge construction are documented. Also, the difficulties encountered and the lessons learned are thoroughly investigated. In addition, evaluation of the system is discussed in terms of construction cost, schedule, and flexibility. Finally, this paper presents an innovative method that offers substantial opportunity for enhancing constructability of concrete bridges using the stepping shuttering system.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Index terms: | constructability, construction cost, bridge construction, formwork, urban environment, construction system, lessons learned, Egypt, concrete bridge |
| Subjects: | building construction, construction integration, infrastructure engineering, urban sustainability, financial and cost management, Geography, professional development, infrastructure and transport systems |
| Topics: | Construction Technology, Engineering Principles, Urban Studies, Design Practice, Geographical Context, Information Management, Cost Management |
| Descriptive scope: | 2 PC |
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