What is a formatting strap?
Forming bar is a metal strip (usually steel) that is used in the construction industry when forming concrete. Its main task is to hold and restrain the molds** (metal or wooden) together and prevent the molds from opening during concrete pouring.
This strap is usually supplied in a roll and is used with a corner, lock or molding fastener.
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## Application of formatting belt
- Molding of concrete walls
- columns formatting
- Formatting of foundation and shenage
- Civil and heavy construction projects
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## Advantages of the formatting belt
✅ increasing the strength of molds
It prevents the molds from opening due to the pressure of fresh concrete.
✅ High execution speed
Installing and opening it is faster than traditional methods.
✅ economic savings
Because it is reusable, the overall cost of the project is reduced.
Reducing the probability of mold failure and workshop accidents.
High flexibility
It is adjustable for different sizes and forms of formatting.
✅ Durability and long life
It is made of resistant steel and is resistant to pressure and impact.
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## Types of formatting belts (in summary)
- Galvanized molding belt
- Simple steel molding belt
- punched molding belt




