Slipform construction - What is it?

Why use slipform?

Slipform is undoubtedly the fastest and most economical construction method available for high-rise concrete structures. The technique offers a construction rate of 4m-8m per 24h (about 5-7 times faster compared with conventional methods).
Slipform is also a very safe construction method since there is no need for continuous dismantling and re-assembly of formwork by crane during the construction phase– the complete set-up is assembled only once at ground level before “take-off”.

How does it work?

Ever since the first Hydraulically Controlled Slipform method was invented by Bygging-Uddemann in 1943 it has been based on the same basic principles; Hydraulic jacks – continuously lifting a complete formwork with work decks, 25-30mm at the time, 24 hours a day – climbing on embedded steel rods inside the curing concrete. As the concrete gradually cures, the slipform creates a seamless concrete structure in one pour from the bottom to the top.
With the experience from developing numerous of slipform solutions for a variety of concrete structures (silos, chimneys and other high rise towers) Bygging-Uddemann can even present tailor made slipform set-ups solely for the construction of, for example, conical wind power towers as an answer to the demand for a fast, safe and economical solution for the growing wind power industry.

Our reputation is built on slipforming and we’re specialists in all types of traditional slipforming, gantry slipforming and conical slipforming.

You can read more about the different slipforming types below.