Skydome is a reusable recycled plastic formwork for the construction of bidirectional waffle slabs poured directly on-site.
SKYDOME is a modular formwork system in ABS recycled plastic used to build two-way ribbed slabs completely on-site. This product allow to create a bi-directional slab inspired on the caisson, i.e. to build a monolithic casting of orthogonal ribs with an upper slab of adequate thickness.
The system was designed to decrease the weight of traditional full-concrete slabs. The dome-shaped forms create a matrix of voids surrounded by orthogonal ribbing, thus producing a two-way configuration very suitable for large-spanning slabs.
The SKYDOME system includes a range of ABS domes of various depths (H 200, 250, 300, 350 e 400 mm), set on special interlocking supports, which make assembly fast and easy.
The cube allows the connection of the beams to complete the network. H has the same size of the beam in order to be adequate to the system.
C120 - C160 - C200
Allows the creation of place network for the dome. The beam width is decided during the project stage.
T120 – T160 – T200
ABS recycled plastic is extremely resistant, therefore all GEOPLAST formwork can be reused more than 100 times.
SKYDOME system can be dismantled even after 4-5 days. However, it is necessary to post-prop the slab until full curing of the concrete. In every case, the right dismantling time must be approved by the plan design according to the type of concrete used on-site.
Skydome is a slab formwork designed to build biaxial waffle slabs in residential and commercial buildings, reducing the weight of traditional full-concrete slabs.
The dome-shaped forms of Skydome create a matrix of voids surrounded by an orthogonal ribbed slab structure, forming a two-way configuration ideal for large-spanning slabs.
The self-weight of a concrete slab formed with Skydome is up to 30% lighter than a full concrete slab, which reduces building oscillation during an earthquake.
Skydome also provides noise reduction, improving acoustics within the building.
The formwork system of Skydome for reinforced waffle and ribbed slabs is particularly beneficial in environments like schools or public buildings.
Key advantages of Skydome include:
SEISMIC RESISTANCE: Skydome reduces the mass of the structure, enhancing seismic performance,
LIGHTNESS: The elements of Skydome are lightweight, allowing for easy installation and handling,
REUSABILITY: ABS recycled plastic used in Skydome does not stick to concrete, making dismantling easy and allowing quick reuse for the next cycle,
ARCHITECTURE: The waffle slab created with Skydome is aesthetically pleasing and can be left exposed, creating attractive environments,
ACOUSTICS: The dome shape of Skydome reduces sound waves, improving the acoustics of the structure.
