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Maxima Panels

Product catalog summary

Introduction

The Maxima system by RMD Kwikform is a durable and versatile large-panel wall formwork solution designed to withstand concrete pressures up to 80 kN/m². It features a broad range of standard panel sizes and a simple clamping mechanism, enabling significant reductions in cost, time, and labor. The system leverages over 50 years of global experience and is supported locally through RMD Kwikform's international offices.

Applications

Maxima is suitable for a variety of concrete structures including walls, columns, buttresses, culverts, abutments, piers, service cores, and basements. Its modular design allows flexible assembly into multiple panel combinations tailored to specific layouts and pour heights.

Features and Benefits

Offers 24 basic panel sizes ranging from 3.3 x 2.4 m to 0.6 x 0.3 m, allowing flexible configurations with minimal on-site assembly.
Uses a single Multi-clamp connection system that simplifies erection and adjustment, reducing the need for skilled labor.
Conical tie holes enable form faces to be inclined up to 8 degrees and facilitate tie rod passage.
Panels are constructed from high-yield galvanized steel with phenolic coated plywood or synthetic form faces, ensuring durability and high-quality concrete finishes.
Connection points spaced every 150 mm support accessories such as access brackets and alignment props.
Panel corners include crowbar engagement points for precise positioning adjustments.
Crane hooks on panel edges allow safe and easy handling.
Adjustable alignment props ensure plumb and tight shuttering against kickers.

Column Formwork

Capable of forming columns up to 750 x 750 mm and 3300 mm high with single panels without through ties; larger columns formed by joining panels.
Maxima columns withstand concrete pressures up to 166 kN/m², suitable for self-compacting concrete.
Includes working platforms with folding guardrails and gates for safe access, which fold flat for transport.
Reusable corner fillet strips reduce labor and material costs.
Captivated wing nuts and bolts prevent loose parts.
Column sizes can be incremented in 25 mm steps for precision.

Stripping Corners

Manual ratchet and innovative hydraulic corner striking options enable efficient and safe retraction of formwork corners.
Hydraulic system allows simultaneous retraction of all four corners, reducing work at height and improving safety.
Multiple corners can be linked to a single hydraulic pump for faster operation.

Components and Accessories

The Maxima system includes a comprehensive range of components such as panels, corners, infill units, large area panels, universal panels, hoops, ladders, stripping corners, lifting attachments, column panels, and various connection hardware. Key details include:

Panels vary in size and weight from small (0.18 m², 23 kg) to large (7.92 m², 463.3 kg).
Internal and hinged corners accommodate angles between 80° and 257°.
Alignment props and rails assist in panel positioning and stiffening.
Multi clamps, adjustable clamps, and panel joint bolts ensure secure connections.
Hydraulic cylinders, pumps, pipes, and connectors support corner striking operations.
Safety accessories include guardrail hoops, ladders, and working platforms.
Specialized items such as panel moving hooks, column plugs, fillet strips, tie plates, and sealers enhance functionality and efficiency.

Technical Specifications and Load Capacities

Concrete pressure capacity: up to 80 kN/m² for walls and up to 166 kN/m² for columns.
Alignment props have compression capacities ranging from 9 kN to 30 kN depending on extension and type.
Clamps and bolts have allowable working loads (AWL) ranging from 1.5 kN/m² (access brackets) to 215 kN (Rapid Bar Tie).
Crane hooks are rated for 15 kN per hook.

Safety and Handling

Panels are equipped with crane hooks for safe lifting and handling.
Working platforms feature folding guardrails and gates to ensure safe access at height.
Hydraulic corner striking reduces manual labor and enhances operator safety by minimizing work at height.

Global Support and Contact Information

RMD Kwikform operates in 16 countries with local offices providing technical support and regional expertise. Offices are located in Australia, Hong Kong, Korea, New Zealand, Philippines, Chile, South Africa, United Kingdom, Ireland, Portugal, Spain, UAE, Abu Dhabi, and others.

Middle East Regional Contacts

The document provides detailed contact information for RMD Kwikform offices across the Middle East, facilitating communication and service inquiries. Key offices include:

United Arab Emirates (Dubai): RMD Kwikform Middle East LLC, Phone: +971 4 885 6144, Email: [email protected]
Bahrain: RMD Kwikform (Almoayed) Bahrain LLC, Phone: +973 1738 2724, Email: [email protected]
Lebanon: RMD Kwikform, Phone: +961 545 0214, Email: [email protected]
Oman: RMD Kwikform Oman LLC, Phone: +968 246 13571, Email: [email protected]
Kuwait: RMD Kwikform, Phone: +965 2484 5161, Email: [email protected]
Saudi Arabia: RMD Kwikform Saudi Arabia LLC, Phone: +966 3 882 5444, Email: [email protected]
Qatar: RMD Kwikform (Al Maha) Qatar LLC, Phone: +974 465 3034, Email: [email protected]

Summary: The Maxima formwork system is a highly adaptable, efficient, and safe solution for large-scale concrete wall and column construction. Its modular design, extensive component range, and innovative features such as hydraulic corner striking and simple clamping mechanisms contribute to reduced labor, faster assembly, and superior concrete finishes. Supported by a global network, Maxima is suitable for diverse construction environments and complex structural requirements.

Catalog excerpts

the fast, effi cient formwork solution Client: Salfa Montajes SA Project: Planta de Tratamiento DMS, Santiago, Chile people make the difference RMD Kwikform is a powerful team comprising the skills, experience and energy of over 1,000 men and women in 16 countries. Totally diverse in nationality, culture, language and background. Totally united in the pursuit of customer satisfaction. 1 I N T R O D U C T I O N Client: Shepherd Construction Project: Bull Ring, Shopping Development, UK Client: Mullholland Contracts Project: Fauldhouse, Waste Water Treatment Works, Falkirk, Scotland, UK R•M•D KWIKFORM...

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A P P L I C A T I O N S 2 Maxima can be assembled into a wide range of panel combinations to suit specific layouts and pour heights, to provide fast, adaptable and cost effective formwork applications for: Walls Columns Buttresses Culverts Abutments and Piers Service Cores Basements appl i cations for maxima Client: Salfa Montajes Project: Planta Soprole, La Calera, Chile

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F 3 E A T U R E S A N D B E N E F I T S With a choice of 24 basic panel sizes, from 3.3 x 2.4 to just 0.6 x 0.3, virtually any wall formwork application can be assembled entirely from standard components,minimising on-site assembly time. Maxima wal l formwork Maxima eliminates on site panel pre-assembly, and uses a single Multi-clamp for almost all connections, it is quick and straightforward to erect formwork to any height and length, offering significant savings in time and skilled labour costs. Conical tie holes within the panels permit form faces to be inclined by up to 8 degrees and make...

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F E A T U R E S A N D B E N E F I T S 4 Connection points every 150mm provide flexible fixing points for accessories, such as access brackets for safe working platforms and extendable push pull alignment props. Panel corners have the facility to engage a crow bar for fine adjustment into position. For safe and efficient crane handling the Maxima crane hook attaches simply to panel edge members. Adjustable alignment props plumb and align the Maxima panels. The lower prop keeps the shutter tight against the kicker. Crane hook detail Holes in both panel edges give the option of connecting panels...

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F 5 E A T U R E S A N D B E N E F I T S maxima columns: Working platform unit, with folding guard rail and gate, allows safe working at height access for concreting and folds flat for transportation. Alignment props plumb and align the formwork panels. Connections are captive, erected column shutters are moved with the props attached. Simple, reusable corner fillet strips attach easily to the panel reducing labour and material cost. Captivated wing nut and plate means no loose parts Maxima columns up to 750mm x 750mm and 3300mm high can be constructed using single panels, removing the requirement...

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F E A T U R E S A N D B E N E F I T S 6 Plastic covered chain rails guard open edge of working platform. Columns in incremental sizes of 25mm are possible. Maxima columns allow unrivalled concrete pressure of 166kN/m2. A hoop ladder system is also available to provide safe access and options are available to line forms with plywood to improve surface finish.. Captivated column connector bolts means no loose parts. 166kN/m2 The ideal solution for self compacting concrete

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Enables core formwork to be easily struck, moved and repositioned without dismantling the form faces. Fully retracted will give 42mm clearance to all form faces and 14mm clearance at corners. Galvanized for durability robustness and practicality. Can also be used with RMD Kwikform systems Minima, GTX and Alform or Timber formwork. Available in four heights of 1200mm, 1500mm, 2700mm and 3300mm, all giving a 300mm vertical height increment 7 A P P L I C A T I O N Manual ratchet corner striking option. gap = 14mm gap = 42mm Ratchet option in working position Ratchet option in struck position Stripping...

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F E A T U R E S 8 Innovative hydraulic corner striking option allows all four corners to be retracted simultaneously. stripping corners:- hydraul i c option Hydraulic pump is connected to panel. gap = 14mm gap = 42mm Hydraulic option Hydraulic option in working position. in struck position. Speeds and facilitates smooth and even stripping using hydraulic cylinders. Reduces work at height and hence improves operator safety. Multiple corners can be linked to enable full core forms to be struck using a single hydraulic pump to further speed operation.

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Maxima Hinged Corner Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX63306 Maxima Corner - Hinged 3300 x 300mm 148.0 MXX62730 Maxima Corner - Hinged 2700 x 300mm 120.4 MXX61506 Maxima Corner - Hinged 1500 x 300mm 67.9 MXX61230 Maxima Corner - Hinged 1200 x 300mm 50.3 MXX60606 Maxima Corner - Hinged 600 x 300mm 27.5 C O M P O N E N T S 10 Maxima Standard Infill Unit Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX32706 Maxima Infill Unit 2700 x 60mm 26.69 MXX31206 Maxima Infill Unit 1200 x 60mm 12.17 Maxima Large Area Panel Code Description Area (m2) Wt. (Kg) MXX22724 Maxima Panel 2700 x 2400mm 6.48 381.5 MXX23324 Maxima Panel 3300...

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Hoops Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX80007 Guardrail Hoop Section (part of guardrail hoop and ladder extension) 21.0 MXX80008 300mm Hoop Section 7.0 MXX80009 600mm Hoop Section 9.0 MXX80010 1500mm Hoop Section 15.0 Ladders Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX80002 Platform Top Ladder Unit 19.9 MXX80003 Platform Ladder Bracket 16.1 MXX80004 Ladder Hanging Bracket 17.3 MXX80005 Panel Ladder Bracket (part of guardrail hoop and ladder extension) 8.8 MXX80006 Platform Top Ladder Bracket 15.6 MXX80011 1500mm Extension Ladder 3.0 MXX80012 Outer Sliding Ladder 3.6 MXX80013 Inner Sliding Ladder 3.9 11 C O M P...

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C O M P O N E N T S 12 Stripping Corner Panels Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX10071 Stripping Corner panel 3300mm 195.06 MXX10072 Stripping Corner panel 1500mm 93.00 MXX10073 Stripping Corner panel 1200mm 76.94 MXX10074 Stripping Corner panel 2700mm 159.19 Connections (bolt, pin & ‘R’ clip) Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX10038 Column Connection Bolt 1.94 MXX10049 Stripping Corner Pin 0.25 SSX10045 3mm ‘R’ Clip 0.012 Turnbuckle/Ratchet Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX10047 Turnbuckle/Ratchet 4.12 Hydraulics Code Description Wt. (Kg) MXX10053 Hydraulic Cylinder 3.18 MXX10054 Hydraulic Pump 5 litre 12.0...

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