MANUFACTO ALUMINIUM FORMWORK

Construction as it’s meant to be.

Aluminium formwork is transforming the way buildings are constructed, offering a high-efficiency alternative to traditional formwork systems. Lightweight, durable, and highly reusable, it provides a seamless and cost-effective solution for high-rise structures, lift lobbies, and large-scale infrastructure projects.

What Is Mivan Shuttering?

Mivan Shuttering comprises modular aluminium wall panels, slab deck units, adjustable props, beam soffit pieces, interlocking pins, wedges, and complementary accessories that assemble with minimal tolerances. The resultant formwork creates a monolithic structural section that requires little surface finishing. Panels sustain reuse up to 200 construction cycles, rendering the system economically advantageous in the long term. The framework is particularly well-suited to highly repetitive layouts—such as affordable housing, ground-plus, and mid-rise towers—where uniform floor designs can fully leverage Mivan’s rationalised modular grid.

How Mivan Shuttering Operates

  • Design & Planning: Manufacto employs AutoCAD and Revit to develop the geometrical arrangement of panels and the overall structural configuration.
  • Panel Fabrication: Components are produced either by laser cutting and friction stir welding or by robotic MIG welding, achieving both elevated strength and stringent tolerances.
  • MockUp Test: Prior to shipment, every project is subjected to a complete factory mockup, confirming that fit and finish are as intended.
  • Installation: The lightweight panels, each weighing under 25 kg, may be lifted and positioned by semiskilled workers, thus negating the requirement for crane assistance.
  • Concrete Pour & Strip: Walls and slabs are cast in a monolithic pour, stripped of formwork once cured, cleaned, and immediately returned to service on the next floor.

Advantages of Mivan Formwork

Speed & Efficiency: The system supports vertical cycle times of four to five days per floor, resulting in overall project durations that can be halved relative to both timber and steel alternatives.

Superior Finish & Heat Resistance: The aluminium formwork yields uniformly smooth concrete that frequently negates the need for plaster. During hot Indian weather, the aluminium formwork dissipates heat rapidly after placement, promoting more uniform curing and less surface crazing, while standing up to elevated thermal distortions without warping.

Reusability & Environmental Edge: The panels sustain up to 200 cycles, far outpacing timber, which typically endures 20 to 30 cycles before failure. Composed of recyclable aluminium, the system displaces timber waste, significantly curbing carbon dioxide emissions—a strong alignment with contemporary green building certification schemes.  

Labour Efficiency & Safety:  Each panel weighs no more than 25 kilograms, eliminating the need for a crane during lifting. This reduces the need for highly specialised carpenters, alleviating overall site fatigue. Tight sealing at joint interfaces prevents blowouts, enhancing safety during the critical wet concrete placement phase.  

Long-Term Cost Savings:  While the upfront expenditure surpasses conventional shuttering, the economic return becomes evident over the entire lifecycle. Savings accrue from lower labour input, shorter finishing times, and accelerated assembly, delivering a swift return on investment, especially in projects governed by repetitive geometries.  

Considerations & Limitations  

Higher Upfront Cost: The first-cost barrier exceeds that of standard timber systems.  

Layout Limitations: The system performs optimally in repetitive layouts; idiosyncratic or complex building forms necessitate greater configurational effort.  

Panel Handling & Storage: The panels demand precise storage and handling protocols to prevent warping or surface damage that could compromise performance.  

Site Security & Maintenance: Loss or physical impairment of panels can degrade overall efficacy. Rigorous logistics and site management protocols must be in place to mitigate this risk.