Falsework vs. Formwork: What’s the Difference?

Main Difference

The main difference between Falsework and Formwork is that the Falsework is a Temporary structures used in construction site and Formwork is a Frame mold in which concrete is poured

• Falsework

  Falsework consists of temporary structures used in construction to support a permanent structure until its construction is sufficiently advanced to support itself. For arches, this is specifically called centering. Falsework includes temporary support structures for formwork used to mold concrete in the construction of buildings, bridges, and elevated roadways.

  The British Standards of practice for falsework, BS 5975:2008, defines falsework as “Any temporary structure used to support a permanent structure while it is not self-supporting.”

• Formwork

  Formwork is temporary or permanent molds into which concrete or similar materials are poured. In the context of concrete construction, the falsework supports the shuttering molds.

• Falsework (noun)

  A temporary framework used in the building of bridges and arched structures in order to hold items in place until the structure is able to support itself.

• Falsework (noun)

  Scaffolding, a temporary frame serving to support and brace a building under construction until it can stand alone.

• Formwork (noun)

  A temporary mould, made from planks, into which concrete is poured

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