Where is the best place to purchase void former, its a great question, and it comes down to two options;

• Direct
• Distributor 

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At Allcon, we often get asked if polystyrene sheeting can be an alternative for cardboard void former. Let’s take a closer look at the two…

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Step up your construction game and say goodbye to water leakage hassles! 

Form-Tie Waterstops - an innovative solution for watertight seals in all your civil infrastructure projects. 

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Sacrificial formwork, also known as permanent formwork, is designed to be left in place once concrete has been poured. As a result, it may contribute to the load carrying capacity of the structure or may simply be relied on to contain the concrete while it is being cast. Sacrificial formwork is...

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The final strength and cure time of concrete is generally dictated by three conditions;

• Hydration
• Temperature 
• Mix design

Whilst concrete manufacturers have a range of accelerants and additives to help slow down or increase the rate of cure, they have little control over the environmental...

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As with most concrete sealers, surface preparation is crucial to ensuring good adhesion. Stains and marks can impact on the effectiveness and appearance of the sealer, so it’s important to deal with them before doing anything else. But cleaning off stubborn stains can be a real chore, especially if...

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Cracks in concrete can be caused by many things and it is often difficult to pinpoint the exact reason why. A common cause of cracking occurs when concrete is poured on hot, humid or windy days. The concrete may be subject to rapid surface moisture evaporation in such conditions. As a result, early...

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There are few things more frustrating in life than when Mother Nature springs an unexpected rain shower…just after you've placed concrete. Unfortunately it happens all too often, especially in winter. However, there’s no need to despair, all is not lost yet. We've compiled a few tips and tricks to...

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Cutting rebar or reinforcing with a demo saw and abrasive blade is not exactly the safest occupation. Choosing the correct blade is of utmost importance. Unfortunately, there are many of us who can tell you first hand that the effects of blade failure can be catastrophic to the user and those in...

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Ever thought about tying your shoe laces without fingers? What about trowelling, screeding, patching? It would be impossible!Our fingers and hands are our most important tools, but do we put enough emphasis on protecting them correctly?

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