Reshoring and Early-Age Building Behavior-Shoring-Reshoring Operations—Economy and Safety (Recorded Presentation)

Shoring-Reshoring Operations—Economy and Safety (Recorded Presentation)

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The presentation by Pericles Devaros outlines the challenges and strategies related to reshoring in construction, focusing on economy and safety. Reshoring involves using vertical supports (shores and reshores) to distribute construction loads and formwork to lower levels, which allows for efficient material reuse and a quicker construction schedule. Key challenges include avoiding premature shore removal, which can lead to structural failure or excessive deflections. Emphasizing the importance of formwork, which constitutes a significant percentage (35-60%) of construction costs, Devaros suggests it's crucial to economize by focusing on effective formwork design and management. He advises on the collaboration between engineers and contractors throughout the reshoring process to ensure a safe and economical workflow, while highlighting the necessity to apply early concrete forms and strength assessments for optimal load distribution. Ultimately, the approach prioritizes safety, which naturally leads to economic efficiency.

Keywords

reshoring

construction

formwork

economy

safety

load distribution