Steel Timber

Formwork Secondary Beams
Replace your wooden Batten

Engineered for performance, durability, and safety, M70 Formwork Beams - Plus are designed to meet the demanding needs of modern construction. With superior load-bearing capacity and long-term reliability, they ensure efficient execution across all types of formwork applications.

Steel Timber Secondary Beams

Durable, reusable, and easy to integrate. Steel Timber battens with full-length steel cover, engineered for up to 250 reuses while seamlessly integrating with conventional formwork systems.

Why Choose M70?

  • YST 210 Steel & 2mm Thickness — Rectangular iron pipes with pre-galvanized coating for enhanced strength and longevity.
  • 250× Reusability — Usage increased to 250 times, significantly reducing overall cost per use on site.
  • Corrosion Resistance — Galvanized finish provides long-lasting protection against rust in all weather conditions.
  • Easy Handling — Lightweight design enables quick attachment to wooden panels without extra accessories.
  • Superior Mechanical Properties — Comparable to wooden H-beams, exceeding pine, silverwood, and LVL in performance.
  • Better Salvage Value — Higher resale value at the end of its useful life, offering better return on investment.

Allowable Spacing in Slab Casting

Steel Timber is used as a secondary beam in slab construction, providing flexible connectivity with plywood and primary beams. Allowable C/C spacing based on 18mm plywood:

Slab Thickness (mm) Secondary Spacing Max (mm) Plywood Thickness (mm)
200 488 18
250 488 18
300 488 18
350 348 18

For precise allowable secondary spacing based on site-specific slab thickness, consult a FormArc engineer. Spacing may vary depending on plywood thickness.


Steel Timber Specifications

Technical Data Sheet

Secondary Beam
Available Sizes1.2m · 1.5m · 1.8m · 2.4m · 3.0m · 3.6m
Moment (M)2 kN·m
Shear Force (Fs)5 kN
Flexural Rigidity (EI)54 kN·m²
Weight (including timber )3.6kg/m and 4.4 kg/m
Section Dimensions 50 mm (H) × 50 mm (W) and 70 mm (H) × 50 mm (W)

Wall & Column Casting

Steel Timber handles concrete pressures up to 60 kN/m, connecting efficiently with Standard Waling of ISMC 100×50.

  • Splice plate (connecting pin included)
  • Adjustable splice plate (for fillers)
  • Corner connectors for 90° joints
  • Corner walings of 2× ISMC 100×50
  • Rafter plate and lifting hooks
  • Pouring brackets and plumbing accessories

Production Capabilities

200K
Meters of Steel Timber
manufactured monthly
25K
Sq. Ft. semi-automatic
production facility
60+
Skilled workmen ensuring
consistent quality

Advanced Machinery

Production relies on advanced machinery designed for precision and efficiency:

6 KW Fiber Laser Cutting Machine
Automatic Slot Punching Machine with Pneumatic Feeding
Semi-Automated Pipe Length Cutting Machines
Automatic Timber Planning Machines
Timber Length Cutting Machines
Customized Automation for Timber Insertion
Drilling & Tapping Machines

Application Areas

Slabs
Wall & Columns
Wall
Slab
Columns
Slab

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