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Stop Stripping. Start Building.
Traditional concrete forming is a two step process. First you build the form, then you tear it down. Expand-A-Form changes the game. Our expanded metal “Stay In Place” (SIP) forms are designed to be integrated directly into your structure. Once you pour, you are done.
Why Choose Expand-A-Form?
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Zero Stripping Costs: Save hours of labor by eliminating the need to remove, clean, and transport heavy wood forms.
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2x Faster Installation: Lightweight and easy to fabricate on site. If you can use a circular saw or tin snips, then you can install Expand-A-Form.
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Superior Concrete Bond: The unique expanded mesh creates a high quality mechanical bond and allows for easy visual inspection during the pour to ensure no honeycombing.
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American Made Quality: It is manufactured centrally in St. Louis, MO. Thus, this tends for fast shipping and reliable U.S. steel standards.
Versatile Solutions for Every Pour
Expand-A-Form is the professional choice for complex or hard to reach forming areas where traditional wood is impractical.
Ideal Applications:
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Bulkheads & Construction Joints: It simplifies rebar penetration. Just punch the bar through the mesh.
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Grade Beams & Pile Caps: It speeds up below-grade forming where stripping is difficult.
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Blindside Walls: It is the perfect solution for tight-access forming against existing structures.
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Column & Beam Pockets: Easily custom cut to fit any geometric requirement.
Technical Specifications
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Material: 26 Ga. (.018) Type 66 Galvanized Mild Steel (ASTM A525-83).
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Reinforced Design: Deeper .88″ (22.3mm) ribs spaced 3-7/8″ apart for maximum structural rigidity.
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Custom Fabrication: Standard 27-1/8″ x 96″ sheets available, or custom lengths from 12″ to 240″.
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Width Options: Available in 4″, 8″, 12″, 16″, 20″, 24″, and 28″ widths.
Ready to Streamline Your Next Project?
Don’t let traditional forming slow you down. Get a quote on the most durable, cost effective stay in place forms on the market.