What is a push pull prop?
What is a push pull prop? |
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Push pull props, sometimes known as tilt panel braces, have swivel heads which allow them to support both vertical and horizontal loads.
They are similar to the adjustable lightweight support props but can bear a much larger weight due to the reinforced steel build. Because of this, the push pull prop is often used in large-scale construction. |
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They are called push pull props because they can be used to push and pull formwork panels together, as well as supporting them. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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They do this by being screwed to a formwork panel then being used to push or pull the panel into place. They can then be used to prop the panel in that position. | |||||||||||||||||||||
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They also differ from the adjustable lightweight support prop by being able to be screwed into the ground. which offers additional support.
A screw and bolt should be provided with the prop, and are placed through the hole of the prop’s base plate and screwed into the ground. As demonstrated in the left-hand picture, a hammer can be used as a lever to aid turning the screw. |
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What applications are they suited to? |
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Due to their ability to support large weights, push pull props are used in the construction of houses and other large buildings.
Often, a number of push pull props are used to hold building frameworks in place. They can also be used to hold up ceilings if a wall is being removed. |
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What sizes do they come in? |
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Push pull props are also available in much larger sizes that can extend to 9m (29.6ft) long. These props are specially designed for large building construction |
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What attachments can be used? |
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Specialist attachments are available for push pull props to offer extra support, particularly in building construction.
Knee bracesA knee brace is an attachment smaller than the push pull prop that pushes against the prop to keep it stable when under a lot of strain. |
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What are the advantages? |
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