Meaning

(uncountable) A type of process for setting concrete which uses moveable forms that are moved and reused once the concrete is stiff enough to retain its shape under its own weight..

Definitions by Sense

1. (uncountable) A type of process for setting concrete which uses moveable forms that are moved and reused once the concrete is stiff enough to retain its shape under its own weight.
2. (countable) A moveable form used when setting concrete using the slipform technique.
3. To use the slipform technique when creating a concrete structure.

Example Sentences

Like other Flagg houses, the walls were created of stone (in this case Tennessee quartzite) and mortar using a slipform process.

The objective of this study is to evaluate the impacts of vibration and consolidation of modern slipform pavers used in Wisconsin on the air-void structure and air content of portland cement concrete pavements.

On most slipform paving projects, however, small amounts of fixed-form paving or "handwork" are still necessary.

Slipforms of various designs have been used with excellent results.

The slipform is fed with concrete from a crane-carried or rail-mounted bucket.

Vibration may be used ahead of the slipform, but consolidation must be completed as the concrete passes under the form.

Since most horizontal slipforming is against a fixed form support such as rock or earth, the operation is essentially a consolidating-screeding-finishing operation.

However, with recent developments, it is possible to slipform continuous vertical flutings and varying cross sections.

Word Forms

• slipforms
• slipforming
• slipformed

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Use slip form when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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