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lift-slab construction |
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lift-slab constructionTechnique whereby concrete floor slabs are poured on the ground, one on top of the other, and then lifted into place on top of columns by hydraulic jacks. Used for very tall multistory buildings, this method offers substantial savings in formwork. lift-slab construction [′lift ‚slab kən‚strək·shən] (civil engineering) Pouring reinforced concrete roof and floor slabs at ground level, then lifting them into position after hardening. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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