The Aluminum Frame Formwork System combines lightweight aluminum frameswithhigh-strength plywood panelsto deliver a concrete forming solution that balancesspeed, durability, and affordability. Designed forresidential and commercial real estate projects, this system enables rapid assembly without heavy cranes, while the optionaldrophead early stripping mechanismallows formwork removal within 24–48 hours.
For contractors seekingfaster cycle times and lower labor costswithout investing in premium all-aluminum systems, the aluminum frame solution offers the ideal cost-performance ratio.
[Key Differentiators – Why This Version?]
Rapid Assembly Design– Pin-and-wedge or bolt connection systems allow unskilled workers to assemble panels quickly. Average installation time:20–25 minutes per panel.
Early Stripping Capability (Optional)– With integrated drophead props, panels and beams can be removed after 1–2 days while dropheads continue supporting the slab, reducing total formwork inventory byup to 50%.
Ultra-Lightweight Frames– Aluminum frames weigh only8–12 kg per linear meter, enabling one-person handling. Entire system can be installed without tower cranes.
Interchangeable Panel Inserts– Accepts standard18mm film faced plywood, ABS, or composite panels, making replacement panels easy to source locally.
Cost Advantage– Approximately 30–40% lower initial investmentcompared to full aluminum panel systems, with only 10–15% higher labor cost.
[Technical Specifications]
| Parameter | Value |
| Frame Material | Aluminum Alloy 6063-T5 / 6061-T6 |
| Panel Material | 18mm film faced plywood / ABS / composite |
| Standard Frame Sizes | 600×1200mm, 600×1500mm, 750×1500mm |
| Frame Weight | 8–12 kg/m (approx. 10–15 kg per panel) |
| Panel Thickness | 18mm (standard) |
| Reuse Cycles (Frame) | 100–150 times |
| Reuse Cycles (Plywood Insert) | 8–15 times |
| Load Capacity | 50–70 kN/m² |
| Connection Type | Pin & wedge / Bolt system |
| Surface Finish | Powder coated / Anodized |
| Configuration | Best For | Key Feature |
| Wall Formwork | Shear walls, core walls, columns | Vertical panels + tie rod system |
| Slab Formwork | Floor slabs, roof slabs | Drophead props + H20 beams + frame panels |
| Column Formwork | Square/rectangular columns | Corner frames + quick-release clamps |
Aluminum frames (various sizes)
Film faced plywood / ABS panels
Connecting pins and wedges
Adjustable steel or aluminum props
Drophead units (for slab early stripping)
Tie rods and cone nuts (for wall formwork)
Corner and filler frames
【Comparison: Aluminum Frame vs. Full Aluminum Panel】
| Aspect | Aluminum Frame Formwork | Full Aluminum Panel |
| Initial Cost | Lower (30–40% less) | Higher |
| Panel Weight | 10–15 kg | 20–25 kg |
| Reuse Cycles (frame) | 100–150 | 200+ |
| Panel Replacement | Yes (plywood insert) | No (integral panel) |
| Concrete Finish | Good (requires minor patching) | Excellent (plaster-free) |
| Best for | Medium-scale, cost-sensitive projects | High-volume, premium finish projects |
