Brace are used for temporarily support precast concrete elements until the permanent fixing are made.
1. Single storey (Drop-in) panel propping
2. Double storey (Spin-up) panel propping
3. Panel higher than double storey propping
4. Panel to panel propping
5. Edge Propping
6. Spandrels propping
1. Single storey panel propping:
Single story panel are normally used 2 props a panel. Some times more than 2 props are used based on panel design.
2. Double storey panel propping:
Double story panel are normally 2 props placed 200mm below the underside of slab. Some times more than 2 props are used based on panel design.
3. Panel higher than double storey panel propping:
This type of panel needs two level of propping. Two props on the below level and two props on the above level. If there is a slab in above level the propping system will pass through the below level slab by providing a pocket on the slab
4. Panel to panel propping:
Provide ferrule in the opposite panel Or Adjacent panel for propping. Especially this kind of propping system are applicable for lift and stair core area, where there will be no slab to support the prop.
5. Edge Propping:
These types of propping are used for column and some panel having cantilever. Provide ferrule in the edge of the panel.
6. Spandrels propping:
These types of propping are used for spandrels. Provide ferrule at the top of panel. Where the ferrule will be connected with the member which hold the propping system.
Model brace plan drawing:
