MASCO Catalog: Concrete Forming & Accessories

61 MASONS SUPPLY COMPANY Oregon (800) 537-3407 ♦ Washington (800) 537-6216 Clackamas | Eugene | West Eugene | Hillsboro | Medford | Portland | Salem | Ridgefield | Seattle | Tacoma | Woodinville M A S C O . N E T COLUMN FORMING MAX-A-FORM STS The Max‑A‑Form STS forming system is the Industry leader in rentable, self-spanning, steel formwork. Its superior pour pressure and moment capacities result in labor and material savings for the end user. The all steel, welded frame make it the ideal choice for gang forming tall structural walls, pouring tieless columns, or for supporting concrete over long spans without shoring or custom equipment. The proprietary design and manufacturing process result in a superior finish, pour after pour. Panel Design Max‑A‑Form STS panels are constructed with a ¼" steel face plate, heavy duty cross members, and a continuous back-up flat that supports higher pour rates. Panels up to 8' wide by 20' long are rated at 2000 psf; 9' wide panels are rated for 1,700 psf, 10' wide panels are rated at 1600 psf, and 12' wide panels are rated at 1300 psf. The design of the STS panel results in a “no pillow” concrete surface at rated loads. In addition, the rigidity of these panels virtually eliminates waler or strongback requirements, and reduces the number of ties required. Max-a-Form STS Compatibility STS panels are designed to allow the use of existing Max‑A‑Form accessories, including: Combination Rigid Corners, Inside Stripping Corners, Walkway Brackets, Wind Beams, Top and Bottom Ties, Anchor Brackets, Swivel Screw Jacks, and many other standard products. Self-Spanning The strong frame design with ¼" steel face result in superior moment (self-spanning) capacities. Max‑A‑Form STS provides moment capacities 30% higher than previous Max‑A‑Form. This means little or no shoring or custom equipment that slow cycling times. Stability Beams and Pier Cap Braces, Spreader Beams, Top Tie/Lift Brackets, Bottom Ties with Swivel Screw Jacks, Walkway Brackets and other accessories are available. Columns and Piers Pour larger and taller columns with confidence utilizing Max‑A‑Form STS panels. The increased pour pressure capacity of the STS panels results in columns up to 12' square without ties, poured faster, and with a smooth finish. Columns can be gangformed with Max‑A‑Form hinges to allow the entire form to be stripped in one piece. Simple Wall Forming Forms are assembled easily using a ¾" Speed Bolt and Nut. Panels are punched with a combination of holes and slots in both the top and the side framing to allow easy alignment and quick assembly regardless of forming panel orientation. Panels are available in more than 100 sizes, from 2' wide x 1' long to 10' wide x 20' long. The 12' wide panels are furnished in a maximum of 8' lengths. The large number of fillers allows more gang and detail flexibility. Large, 200 sq.ft . panels mean fewer pieces, fewer panel joints, and less labor to assemble. Typical panel to panel connections utilize 3/4" x 2" speed bolts through 13/16" x 1-1/4" slots at 1'-0" c/c 13/16" Ø holes when panel joint is in shear in plate girder applications 13/16" Ø Steel-Ply holes at 12" c/c Optional tie hole Climbing rods Girder bolt bearing block Acessory holes 1-1/16" Ø hole for 1" Ø A325 bolts