There are a lot of things in life that are hard work, but when it comes to the physical strain that is involved on construction sites, it can be up there amongst the toughest professions. On a daily basis, the labour involved may require workers to manually move, lift, push and pull. Maneuvering heavy equipment and formwork panels might be unavoidable, however, there have been significant advancements made to reduce this load. One such technology advancement is Gael Form’s FrameLite panels, which are transforming the approach to manual work.

So when a construction team is tasked with assembling and disassembling formwork systems there are numerous challenges that come up. Firstly, the most important one is safety. Workers on the team will most likely have to lift or steer formwork into place. This exertion of energy proves to be risky as these panels are heavy and can result in fatigue. With fatigue the risk of making simple mistakes and injuries is significantly heightened. To combat this as much as possible, the regulations and precautions around manual handling are strict, but even still, problems do arise. Also, over time and a lot of repetitive heavy lifting, workers may suffer long-term health issues such as musculoskeletal disorders.

Secondly, moving past the health concerns, these processes slow down project timelines. For the workers, productivity dips are inevitable and have to be expected when they are dealing with heavy equipment in awkward and precarious situations. With each delay there are small ripple effects that run through the spine of a project’s schedule. Optimising operational efficiency is and must be a top priority for teams but it sometimes can be hard to identify ways to counteract these prominent issues that add to delayed deadlines. 

Gael Form’s FrameLite represents the breakthrough in technology that addresses these issues. These panels are built with precision using a 15mm thermoplastic plywood sheet combined with lightweight but durable galvanised steel frames. What makes our design for this formwork product special is that it manages to keep the strength while also significantly reducing the overall weight. 

For the construction team, the lightweight aspect to FrameLite means handling has become significantly easier and safer. The design also enables adaptability to various demands as the system features grooved steel frames and internal cross members, allowing for quick assembly and the addition of universal accessories. So with versatility thanks to lightweight design and robustness, it doesn’t matter if FrameLite is being used for a small residential project or a multi-story build. These projects can be approached with heightened confidence in the safety and also the speed, as the transport and positioning has been transformed and the team can move quickly after each pour. For a project where every day counts, this is a game-changer. And for an industry where every project counts, the thermoplastic resin design that avoids splitting and water seepage for reusability, this is a game-changer.

Ultimately, FrameLite turns heavy lifting tasks into light work. Gael Form has focused on ease-of-use in formwork systems that doesn’t compromise safety, which has developed construction teams that are safer, faster and smarter. To discover more what FrameLite panels could do for you get in touch here info@gaelform.com