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Product Benefits

These are a few of the many benefits aluminum forms have to offer:

Greater strength and durability through proprietary designed structural components.

Significant Quality - For example over 600 inches of high quality robotic welding on a 36” x 96” form.

Increased versatility with a full line of fillers, attachments, corners, specialty forming, ties and accessories.

Aluminum 1/4” thick corner gussets are used to strengthen the corners of the forms as well as to minimize concrete build-up.

Easy accommodation for tall walls, since our forms are easily stackable.

Our forms are cost efficient. With reasonable care, cleaning, and maintenance, 2,500 pours or more are not unusual.

Inset end rails add strength to the form and additional face sheet support without unsightly lines to the vertical form joints.

Precise uses a serrated channel bracing on all forms providing a better gripping and climbing surface.

Perfect for residential, commercial, precast concrete, and many other applications.

Heat treated ring bushings prevent elongation and are fully zinc coated to minimize rusting.

Form Manufacturing

Welding

Precise Forms has chosen the Mig welding system to weld our forms. We do not just begin welding and weld the form in its entirety, but a specific weld pattern is used to dissipate as much heat as possible. With this pattern welding method, the amount of distortion is minimized.

We use argon gas for a shield to purify the welding procedure to ensure clean welds.

Robotic Welding

Precise Forms was the pioneer introducing robotic welding to the aluminum form industry and has dedicated a large portion of our facility to this procedure. Robotic welding has enabled Precise to lead the industry in production capabilities and quality of weld. Precise Forms has chosen to go with a more ductile welding wire to help absorb the vibration caused by pouring concrete which helps prevent weld failure.

Endrail

The Precise endrail is 3/8” x 2” flat bar and we have chosen a 6061 T6 511 alloy for this structural member. With the integrity of the smooth aluminum form, this thickness more than supports the end of the form. The hole pattern that is used on the siderail is duplicated in the endrail to allow stacking as well as laying the forms down. The endrail is extruded to receive the inset face sheet. By notching the endrails you protect the face sheet from abuse and prevents the face sheet from curling which extents the life of the form. Some of our competitors will inset their siderail in an attempt to protect the face sheet. There is no advantage in doing so and in fact can create problems in the event the form has to undergo repair.

Bushing

The steel ring bushing is fully heat treated to 21-27 on the Rockwell “C” scale. Heat treating prolongs the lifespan of the forming system by preventing elongation of the bushing. Preventing elongation also assists in maintaining accurate wall thicknesses which is required by some construction sectors such as precasting. Once the bushing is at the designed hardness, it is then sent out to be fully zinc coated to minimize rusting.

Siderail – 6061 T6 511 Alloy

The Precise 2” siderail is specifically designed to withstand the loads placed on it during the pouring procedure. The rail is flat on the inside so a good butt weld can be achieved with our brace. It is convex on the outside to release concrete easily. With the convex side rail the contractor will experience a double contact point from each side rail thus eliminating offsets that a single contact siderail with a protruding face sheet can produce.

Bracing

The 1” channel brace is used for many hole patterns but was specifically designed for the 8” on center hole pattern. There is a rule of structural design that must be maintained, you can have only so many inches of face sheet unsupported. This, coupled with wedge clearance on the pins, dictates the size of the brace that can be used.

Precise has designed this brace with many considerations of structural integrity. The sides of the brace are directly opposing the loads it is subjected to and the point of moment on the brace is increased in thickness to resist the horizontal loads. The brace is 1 7/8” x 1” to allow welding over the top of the brace to the siderail. The thickness of the legs of the channel are increased for support and also to allow good weld penetration that will not blow through side walls. The exterior of the legs are serrated to allow a firm grip even in adverse conditions. We have chosen the 6061 T6 511 for its strength.

The 4” channel brace was designed with all the same criteria and a similar design as the 1” channel brace but for the 6-12” hole pattern.

The sides of the 4” channel are serrated for easier handling of the form. To add strength, an internal stiff back is added to the center of the brace. As with the 1” channel, the bottom of the legs are enlarged and combined with the .125 aluminum sheet, it ensures a solid base for deeper welds.

The 5.5” custom channel brace was designed with all the same criteria used on all our support components. It is extruded with 6061

T6 511 alloy aluminum. The sides of the 5.5” channel are serrated for easier handling of the form. To add strength, we have doubled the vertical support legs that create dramatically flatter walls. This is especially useful for projects where the concrete will be the finished interior surface on homes, offices or commercial buildings.

1” Channel 4” Channel 5.5” Channel

Face Sheet - .125 Smooth face sheet 5052 H38 alloy

The .125 is the only face sheet offered on Precise smooth forms. While some of our competitors have several different thicknesses, the result of thinner face sheets remain “pillow casing” (unsightly distortions in the concrete wall due to the facesheet stretching) and broken welds. With a thicker face sheet, Precise welds have a deeper penetration into the base material producing greater strength in the form. Our face sheet is purchased oversized and cut to size in our facility to ensure that the sheet is perfectly square.

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Forming Systems

Precise Edge 8” OC

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Precise Edge 6-12

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Textured Brick

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Smooth Brick

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V-Tex Brick

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Big Brace 6-12

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Dominator System

.............................................................14

Eliminator System

..............................................................15

Fence Forming System

....................................................16

Gang Form System

............................................................17

Form Repair

...........................................................................17

ID Plates and Stickers

......................................................18

Pour Ready

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Forming Applications

Basements

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Agricultural Structures

...................................................20

Commercial and Tall Wall Construction

...........21

Single and Multi-family Housing

.............................22

Ledger System

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Deck Clip

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Deck Stripping

......................................................................25

Shoring Posts

.........................................................................26

Telescoping Beam

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Waler Channel Tube

.........................................................26

Window Shutoff

...................................................................26

Interior Angle Slip Form

...............................................27

Housing Steps

.......................................................................27

Parapet Forms

.......................................................................28

Parapet Stiffback Support

..............................................28

Parapet Brace

.........................................................................28

Door Shutoffs

........................................................................28

Precast Pallet and Header

.............................................29

Precast 5 Sided Casting (Monolithic)

...................30

Deck Lifting Ring

...............................................................30

Dominator Precast

.............................................................31

Form Puller for Dominator

.........................................31

Dominator Waler Bracket

.............................................31

Precast Haunch (Chamfer) Corner

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Precast Custom Castings

...............................................33

Precast Headwalls

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Form Puller

.............................................................................33

Fire Pit Forms

.......................................................................34

Depth Gauge

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Form Leveling Jack

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Swimming Pools

..................................................................35

Spas

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Step Forms for Pools and Spas

...................................36

Corners and Specialty Forms

Full VS. Standard (Nominal)

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Setting Inside Corners

.....................................................38

Smooth Outside Corner

.................................................38

Smooth Inside Corner

.....................................................38

Textured Brick Inside Corner

.....................................39

Haunch (Chamfer) Corner

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Inside and Outside Corner Hinged

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Fixed 45° and 135° Corner

...........................................39

Outside Corner Attachment

.......................................39

Outside Corner 2”x2” Angle

.......................................40

Radius Forms

........................................................................40

Heavy Duty Laydown Form

........................................40

Hole Punch

.............................................................................40

Column Forms - Adjustable

........................................41

Cap Forms

...............................................................................41

Column Forms Round

....................................................41

Column Base and Cap Forms

....................................41

Beams and Arches

..............................................................42

Plywood Adapter

................................................................42

Jump Fillers

............................................................................42

Pilasters

.....................................................................................43

Buttress

......................................................................................43

EASI-Wall System

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EASI-Wall System Assembly

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Accessories

Saddle Bracket

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Brickledge Bar - Continuous

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Wire Tie Twister

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Wire Tie

....................................................................................46

Brickledge - Plastic

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Beam Block - Plastic

.........................................................47

Beam Block - Steel

.............................................................48

Block Down

............................................................................48

Lumber Block Down Bracket

.....................................48

Shutoff Plates

.........................................................................48

Shutoff Blockback Combo

............................................48

Turnbuckle - Metal

............................................................49

Turnbuckle - Wood

...........................................................49

Wall Aligner

...........................................................................49

Wall Puller

...............................................................................49

Concrete Porta Chute

......................................................49

Rod Supports

.........................................................................49

Depth Gauge

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Pouring Board Flat and Flanged

...............................50

Form Scraper

.........................................................................50

Hurricane Strap

...................................................................50

Anchor Strap

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Form Pullers

..........................................................................51

Pin Pusher

...............................................................................51

Foundation Bolt

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Angle Clips

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Cap Clip

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Cap Bracket

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Control Joints

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Foundation Vent Buck

....................................................53

Foundation Vent

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Bucko Vent

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Application of Form Release Agent

........................54

60 Gallon Spray Tank Assembly

...............................54

60 Gallon Spray Tank Valve Assembly

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60 Gallon Spray Tank Wand Assembly

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60 Gallon Spray Tank Hose Assembly

..................55

Form and Filler Baskets

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Custom Truck Beds

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Pins and Wedges

Proper Pin and Wedge Usage

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Panel Clip

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Pin Keeper

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Standard Pin

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Standard Wedge

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Curved Wedge

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Pax Pin

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Aluminum Base Tie Pin

.................................................59

Coil Bolt

....................................................................................59

Base Tie Pin

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2” Combo Filler Pin with Head

................................60

Drift Pin

....................................................................................60

Aligner Clip

............................................................................60

Double Slotted Pin

.............................................................60

Drift Punch

.............................................................................60

Set & Lok

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Captive Pin

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Retractable Short Pin

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Retractable Long Pin

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Walers and Scaffolding

Waler Bracket

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Waler Clip

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Waler Bracket for Brick

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Combo SA/TB Waler Bracket

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Economy Waler

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Adjustable Waler Bracket

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Adjustable Waler Bracket for Dominator

...........65

Set & Lok Waler

...................................................................65

Combo Vertical/Horizontal Waler

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Vertical Waler

.......................................................................66

Stiffback

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Captive Pin Waler

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Vertical Metal Rail

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Wood Rail Bracket

.............................................................67

Safety Scaffolding for Rails

...........................................67

Dominator Safety Scaffolding

....................................68

Scaffold Bracket

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Wall Ties and Products

Wall Tie Placement Chart 6-12

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Wall Tie Placement Chart 8” OC

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Tie Pullers

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Taper Tie

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Taper Tie Plug Mold

.........................................................74

Flat Wall Tie

...........................................................................75

Breakback Wall Tie

............................................................75

Pull Tie - Reuseable

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Pull Tie with Attached Sleeve

.....................................75

Combo Wall Tie

..................................................................75

Z Tie

............................................................................................75

Windows and Accessories

Window Manufacturing Facility

..............................78

Double Glazed Slider Technical Info

.....................79

Double Glazed Slider

.......................................................80

Single Glazed Slider

..........................................................81

Double Glazed Hopper

...................................................82

Window Installation

.........................................................83

Plastic Plug

..............................................................................83

Window Well Anchor Clip

...........................................83

Window Buck

.......................................................................84

Window Buck Nail Plate

................................................84

Window Buck Tie Guide

...............................................84

Window Buck Hold Up

..................................................84

Window Buck Clamp

.......................................................84

Window Buck Hold Down

...........................................84

Window Buck Extension

...............................................84

Safety Grate and Escape Ladder

...............................85

Window Well - Metal

.......................................................85

Interior Trim Kit

.................................................................85

Window Well Rockwell

..................................................86

Window Well Cover Rockwell

...................................86

Window Well Grate Rockwell

....................................86

Cast in Place Vinyl Window

........................................87

Forming Applications

International Housing

We provide international aluminum forming systems with low material and labor costs for single or multi-level structures that will produce higher construction profits.

Residential Concrete Housing

Our aluminum forming systems combined with Precise Forms Inc’s patented EASI-

WALL system will produce concrete housing that is low maintenance, energy efficient, and resistant to natural disasters.

Insulated Concrete Homes

The EASI-WALL System provides a superior alternative to standard ICF construction.

The EASI-WALL provides a full 6” or more of reinforced concrete support while creating a minimum of a 2” thermal barrier in the middle of the wall.

Residential Basements and Foundations

Strong, durable aluminum forming equipment combined with proper maintenance allows Precise Forms users to consistently exceed 2,500 pours while retaining a high resale value .

Commercial

Hand Set, Gang Form, Eliminator, Dominator equipment built to meet the rigors and labor savings needed for today’s commercial construction needs.

Precast

Fastest hand set system available to the precast industry, with numerous custom designed parts that make the system highly flexible, economical, labor efficient and profitable. Precise Forms has been an active member of NPCA since 1993.

Fence Forms

The Precise Forms Fence Forming System is the ultimate solution to creating cast in place concrete fences. A full footing is not required for some applications with the

Precise Fence Forms. Simply pour footings where the columns are located and tie the rebar into place.

Pools and Spas

Our aluminum forming systems provide an endless variety of concrete and vinyl liner swimming pools. A wide variety of steps, benches, and swim outs are available in both straight and curved designs.

Window Manufacturing

Precise Forms is the only aluminum forming manufacturer to have a state of the art facility dedicated to produce energy star rated windows for basement construction.

The Precise basement window system can be used with aluminum systems, plywood forms, and adaptable to masonry walls.

Forming

Systems

7 Precise Edge 8” OC (8” On Center)

SIDE RAIL

Designed to withstand loads placed on it during the pouring procedure.

Flat on the inside so a good butt weld can be achieved. Convex on the outside to release concrete easily.

Double contact points eliminate offsets produced by single contact siderails.

WELDING

A specific weld pattern is used to dissipate as much heat as possible.

With this pattern welding method, the amount of distortion is minimized. We use argon gas for a shield to purify the welding procedure to ensure clean welds.

BUSHING

The steel ring bushing is preferred by most of our customers. The hardness of the bushing is the key, as the pins and wedges are heat treated to the same hardness. This way the contractor will not have one item cutting into the other thus extending the life of the entire system.

ENDRAIL

The hole pattern that is used on the siderail is duplicated in the endrail to allow stacking as well as laying the forms down. The endrail is notched to receive the face sheet since the ends of the forms are usually the most abused part of the form. By notching the endrails you protect the face sheet from abuse and prevents the face sheet from curling.

8 Precise Edge 6-12

BRACING

The 1” channel brace is used for many hole patterns but was specifically designed for the 8” on center hole pattern. Precise has designed this brace with many considerations of structural integrity. The sides of the brace are directly opposing the loads it is subjected to and the point of moment on the brace is increased in thickness to resist the horizontal loads. The brace is 1 7/8” x 1” to allow welding over the top of the brace to the siderail. The thickness of the legs of the channel are increased for support and also to allow good weld penetration that will not blow through side walls. The exterior of the legs are serrated to allow a firm grip even in adverse conditions.

CORNER GUSSETS

Precise Forms incorporates the thickest corner gusset on the market. Our corner gusset is a full 1/4” plate. Corner gussets provide extra support and strength for the corners. In addition they prevent concrete build up and make cleaning the forms easier.

SIDE RAIL

Designed to withstand loads placed on it during the pouring procedure.

Flat on the inside so a good butt weld can be achieved. Convex on the outside to release concrete easily.

Double contact points eliminate offsets produced by single contact siderails.

WELDING

A specific weld pattern is used to dissipate as much heat as possible. With this pattern welding method, the amount of distortion is minimized. We use argon gas for a shield to purify the welding procedure to ensure clean welds.

ENDRAIL

BRACING

The 4” channel brace was designed with all the same criteria and a similar design as the 1” channel brace but for the 6-12” hole pattern. It is extruded with 6061 T6 511 alloy aluminum. The sides of the 4” channel are serrated for easier handling of the form. To add strength, an internal stiff back is added to the center of the brace. As with the

1” channel, the bottom of the legs are enlarged and combined with the .125 aluminum sheet, it ensures a solid base for deeper welds.

BUSHING

CORNER GUSSETS

9 Textured Brick

SIDE RAIL

The custom textured brick side rail is specifically designed to support each brick. This helps prevent damage to the form from deformation of the brick pattern.

STRIKE PLATE

Strike plates protect the facesheet from hammer blows when placing or removing pins and wedges extending the life of the form.

Smooth Brick

BRACING

The 1” tube brace was specifically designed for decorative face sheets.

Precise has designed this brace with many considerations of structural integrity. The sides of the brace are directly opposing the loads it is subjected to and the point of moment on the brace is increased in thickness to resist the horizontal loads. The brace is 1 7/8” x 1” to allow welding over the top of the brace to the siderail. The tube is used on the decorative brick to prevent concrete build up within the brace due to the irregularity of the brick pattern sheet.

SIDERAIL

Designed to withstand loads placed on it during the pouring procedure.

Flat on the inside so a good butt weld can be achieved. Convex on the outside to release concrete easily. Double contact points eliminate offsets produced by single contact siderails.

STRIKE PLATE

Strike plates protect the facesheet from hammer blows when placing or removing pins and wedges extending the life of the form.

BRACING

The 1” tube brace was specifically designed for decorative face sheets.

Precise has designed this brace with many considerations of structural integrity. The sides of the brace are directly opposing the loads it is subjected to and the point of moment on the brace is increased in thickness to resist the horizontal loads. The brace is 1 7/8” x 1” to allow welding over the top of the brace to the siderail. The tube is used on the decorative brick to prevent concrete build up within the brace due to the irregularity of the brick pattern sheet.

BUSHING

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CORNER GUSSETS

BUSHING

CORNER GUSSETS

11 V-Tex Brick

SIDERAIL

Designed to withstand loads placed on it during the pouring procedure.

Flat on the inside so a good butt weld can be achieved. Convex on the outside to release concrete easily.

Double contact points eliminate offsets produced by single contact siderails.

STRIKE PLATE

Strike plates protect the facesheet from hammer blows when placing or removing pins and wedges extending the life of the form.

BUSHING

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BRACING

The 1” tube brace was specifically designed for decorative face sheets.

Precise has designed this brace with many considerations of structural integrity. The sides of the brace are directly opposing the loads it is subjected to and the point of moment on the brace is increased in thickness to resist the horizontal loads. The brace is 1 7/8” x 1” to allow welding over the top of the brace to the siderail. The tube is used on the decorative brick to prevent concrete build up within the brace due to the irregularity of the brick pattern sheet.

CORNER GUSSETS

Big Brace 6-12

The Big Brace 6-12 is especially useful for projects where the concrete will be the finished interior surface on homes, offices or commercial buildings saving time and money by eliminating framing, mudding and sheet rock .

SIDE RAIL

Designed to withstand loads placed on it during the pouring procedure. Flat on the inside so a good butt weld can be achieved. Convex on the outside to release concrete easily. Double contact points eliminate offsets produced by single contact siderails.

WELDING

ENDRAIL

BRACING

The 5.5” custom channel brace was designed with all the same criteria used on all our support components.

It is extruded with 6061 T6 511 alloy aluminum. The sides of the

5.5” channel are serrated for easier handling of the form. To add strength, we have doubled the vertical support legs that create dramatically flatter walls. This is especially useful for projects where the concrete will be the finished interior surface on homes, offices or commercial buildings.

BUSHING

CORNER GUSSETS

13 Dominator System

The Dominator Forming System can be ganged or handset, like many other forming systems. The advantage is that the Dominator can be ganged without any additional hardware, therefore it is the best of both worlds in a single form. The Dominator Forming System provides an alternative to typical flat tie forming systems. The Dominator Forming System utilizes a taper tie system. With this form being 25% thicker than a standard flat tie form the form deflection and pillow casing is reduced, providing a smoother, flatter finished wall surface. The Dominator is 2 1/2” thick rather than a standard aluminum form at 2 1/8” thick, adding to the overall strength of the form.

The life of this form will out perform its nearest competitor. The Dominator receives very few hits with a hammer because the form locking device is separate from the form itself. The locking device is located at the back of the side rail. The load point of the tie system has been moved as far from the load as possible; 2 1/2” on the dominator as compared to a standard flat tie form of 13/16”. This creates less deflection, metal stress, and flatter walls. The Dominator’s design creates tighter joints preventing concrete from leaking between the forms which keeps the forms cleaner and reduces labor time.

When comparing the Dominator system to 24” wide plywood systems, you will find the performance of the Dominator to be superior on many levels. The accessory requirements are a minimum of 33% less than most plywood systems and the down time for refacing is a thing of the past. The aluminum form provides value when the form is to be sold or traded. With a simple maintenance program the

Dominator will provide many years of quality service with a reduced cost per pour.

Eliminator System

The Eliminator Forming System works in conjunction with the Dominator Forming System allowing the contractor to cast next to an existing building with only 2 3/4” of clearance. This allows the contractor to build more structures in a limited space or used as an alternative to cast one sided formed walls.

The Eliminator Forming System incorporates a specially designed connection section, or “W”, that forces the forms together and locks them into place without requiring access to the exterior of the wall. All of the work is done from the inside of the wall in both setting and stripping. This allows the forms to be used in low clearance situations as well as minimum space between buildings. It may also be placed on the end of a ganged form situation allowing the ganged section to be released from the interior of the building. This could possibly eliminate the need of exterior scaffolding or the need to remove exterior scaffolding from the ganged form section, allowing the entire gang section and scaffolding to be raised in a single section.

A

Current Building

B

Taper Tie

New Building

A- Set the Eliminator Forms and W form roughly into place.

B- Screw the Taper Tie into the Eliminator W.

C- Move the Eliminator Forms into place and set the interior

Dominator Forms.

D- Set the Dominator Forms and tighten the wing nut. This will draw the Eliminator W into position and lock the Eliminator Forms into place.

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Dominator Taper Ties

Dominator

Wing Nut

Dominator Waler

Dominator Clamp Assembly

C

D

Dominator Form

Existing

Building

15 Fence Forming System

A continuous footing is not required in some applications with the Precise Fence Forms.

Simply pour pier pads where the columns are located and free span between columns.

The Precise Forms Fence Forming System is the ultimate solution to creating cast in place concrete fences.

Advantages and Capabilities:

*Greatly reduced labor cost.

*A crew of four can strip, set and pour 120 lineal feet in

five hours.

*The Precise Fence Form allows you to place and strip large

individual sections of fence forms at one time.

*In most instances the only footing required is at each

column.

*Decorative column caps can be cast and placed on site.

*Once the fence has cured simply paint or apply the

desired texture.

Gang Form System

The Precise Gang Forming System with the use of our gang form adapter allows you to turn standard aluminum concrete forms into gang forms. Gang forms allow you to set and strip large sections of walls in a fraction of the time.

Fence Forms one piece sections can be placed in a fraction of the time compared to conventional hand set systems.

Creating The Fence Cap

The optional fence cap is poured separate from the fence. This allows customization for each project with minimal cost. Once the cap has set it is lifted, rotated, and placed on the fence. The final appearance is that of a fence created in a single pour.

Form Repair

Keeping your aluminum forms in proper working condition not only helps you provide a quality finished product but keeps your employees safe at the same time.

Precise offers a full service repair shop that can remove excess concrete build up, repair broken welds, replace bushings, straighten panels, and much more.

If your form is beyond repair we can contact you with the best option whether it be cutting it down to a filler, scrap, or replacement.

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17 Identification Plates and Stickers

Precise offers a variety of ways to mark your forms for easy identification. Identification plates with your company information can be welded onto each form.

Stickers similar to the Precise Forms stickers are available with your company logo and information. Artwork must be provided in a 300 dpi jpg or pdf format.

Pour Ready

Preseason your equipment at the factory with the

Pour Ready Process

Precise Forms Pour Ready process is designed to minimize concrete chemical reaction in the initial pouring process of new aluminum forming equipment. The process is completed in our factory and treats the entire form, front, back, and sides.

Have your equipment Pour Ready for the jobsite!

Identification Plate

New Forms with the Pour Ready Process

New Forms Untreated

“I am writing to let you know we appreciate the work you did on our new forms. The Precise “Pour Ready Process” for our new aluminum forms ended up being a better solution than I had expected.

At first I was doubtful because it just did not seem that something like that type of formula would really work. Well I was impressed at the results, despite the cost.

We had over 200 various sized forms pretreated with your formula and we are pleased to say it worked! Now we only formed with one side of the wall with the new forms and the other side of the wall with our old forms but again they appear to be working extremely well.

Thank you for handling the situation and helping us get our forms in working order so that we could stay as efficient and effective on our jobs without having to deal with untreated new forms. Lancaster Poured Walls is happy to recommend your “Pour

Ready Process” as it was done for us, because it worked! Feel free to let others know we’re pleased.”

Respectfully,

John J. Spelcher Jr., President, Lancaster Poured Walls, Inc.

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Forming

Applications

19 Basements

The Precise Aluminum Forming System is extremely versatile. A standard set of forms can do a wide variety of layouts including curved or tall walls. Custom forms can be manufactured for most special forming situations.

Early sets of Precise Forms have easily surpassed 2,000 pours… some as many as 3,000 pours! These sets are still going strong and have a surprisingly high resale value.

Today, our forms are built even stronger due to advancements in form design, welding technology, and stronger aluminum components. With the demands placed on today’s forming systems, the Precise Aluminum Forming System provides durability and form life that is unsurpassed.

Agricultural Structures

From animal confienment systems to water storage systems, no matter the size or shape Precise can produce a product that fits your needs.

20 Commercial and Tall Wall Construction

Precise aluminum forms are not limited to concrete basement construction. With the proper form staggering and wall tie placement Precise forms are able to be used in a stacked form situation to easily create tall concrete walls.

The ability to pour tall concrete walls increases the contractors job options dramatically. When commercial concrete buildings are in high demand they can prove to be a very lucrative business opportunity if residential construction is unavailable.

With the addition of the EASI-WALL System, the ICF alternative, the contractor is able to meet the majority of the new energy efficient building codes.

21 Single and Multi-family Housing

Our systems provide a nearly unmatched level of flexibility and range of options with shorter cycle times and lower total cost than traditional methods.

Ledger System

Ledger Forms can be created in a variety of ways. It can be incorporated into the form itself for quick construction of multiple homes of the same design or it can be attached as a cap allowing standard forms to be used expanding a sets versatility.

A pitched roof is easy to create. The Pitched Ledger System allows you to use standard forms and supports to create a sloped or pitched roof or can be built into the form itself similar to the

Ledger Form.

REDUCE CONSTRUCTION TIME:

With time having a costly effect on typical construction, a cast in place shell utilizing the Precise Forms aluminum forming system can save several days over typical wood or concrete masonry type construction. Under normal situations, one day is required to set and pour the exterior, interior walls and roof, and a halfday for form removal and job site clean up.

REDUCED LABOR:

Due to fewer materials placed on the job site, clutter will be reduced lowering site clean up time. An experienced wall crew can reduce construction time by several days over masonry and typical construction methods with the Precise Forms all aluminum forming system.

Deck Clip

The Deck Clip is used to quickly connect forms in a deck situation.

Place the pin into the hole and lock into place with a single hammer blow. Removal is just as simple.

Angled Cap Forms

Angled Cap Forms attach to the interior forms of the top story of a multi-story building. These allow flat deck forms that were used to pour floors of lower levels to create a pitched roof creating proper drainage. They save the builder from having to buy special deck forms for a pitched deck.

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23 Deck Assembly Deck Stripping

Standard forms may be used when pouring a deck. This requires that the shoring posts and forms be removed and then additional supports be added to support the deck until it cures.

The Precise Deck Form is specially designed to allow the shoring post and a section of support form to remain in place during the curing process, saving labor time and never having an unsupported deck.

The post, beam, and deck is designed to offer a wide variety of building alternatives.

Deck Setting

Remove the Shoring Posts that are holding up the Telescoping

Beams.

Remove the Telescoping Beams

Start removing the Deck Forms.

Unbolt the Support Form and remove the remainder of the

Sectioned Deck Form.

Set the interior, exterior forms and shutoff plates.

Set the Telescoping Beams and Shoring Posts

Set the Deck Forms.

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Install the Shoring Posts for the Deck Forms.

Remove the remainder of the Deck Forms leaving only the

Support Form and the Shoring Posts.

Remove the interior forms and shutoffs. As the deck cures the

Shoring Posts and Support Forms can be removed.

With the deck supported the contractor can start setting forms on the next level of the building. This process allows multistory buildings to be constructed quickly without sacrificing quality or safety.

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Shoring Posts are used to support areas such as decks or steps.

They are often used in conjunction with Telescoping Beams when spanning a large area.

Interior Angle Slip Form

The Interior Angle Slip Form is designed to be easily stripped by allowing the form to slide down and out away from the wall. This provides additional clearance at the top of the wall preventing the form from binding or damaging the concrete deck when it is tilted out during stripping.

Telescoping Beam

Telescoping Beams are used on decking systems in conjunction with shoring posts to provide support for the deck.

Waler Channel Tube

The Waler Channel Tube is used to ensure that the entire structure remains perfectly square during setting and pouring. It helps reduce the amount of training required for workers as well as eliminates the labor of constantly double checking that the forms have not moved during setting or pouring.

Window Shutoff

Window Shutoffs are designed to provide a perfectly square window opening. They are easy to set and strip. The bottom shutoff has an access hatch that can be opened to allow the vibrator to consolidate the concrete under the opening and then can be pinned shut once vibration is complete.

The Interior Angle Slip Form in place after the pour.

Loosen the bolts at the base of the form.

Housing Steps

Multiple styles of steps can be created with the Precise Step

Forming System. Stairs may be traditional, freestanding, supported by the wall or customized to fit the contractors need.

The form design allows the tread form to be removed after the pour, while the concrete is still green, and the tread can be trowled or textured without having to remove all of the stair forms.

The form slides down and away from the concrete allowing easy stripping.

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27 Parapet Forms

Parapet Forms attach to the forms of the top story of a multi-story building. They create a parapet wall around the edge of the structure for safety and decoration.

Precast Pallet and Header

Reduce your labor for pallet and header installations while increasing the accuracy. With the Precise Forms pallet and header, a clear 7/16” annular space is designed to conform to most engineering criteria. Precise Forms pallet and header’s are manufactured with increased wall thickness on the extrusions to extend life and durability for fast and accurate joint construction.

Parapet Stiffback Support

Parapet Stiffback Supports attach to the forms of the top story of a multistory building. They help support the parapet wall forms and ensures a plum wall.

Parapet Brace

The Parapet Brace attaches to the top of parapet forms to maintain the proper thickness of the parapet wall while providing additional support providing perfectly square walls.

Door Shutoffs

Door Shutoffs are also designed to provide a perfectly square openings. They are easy to set and strip with horizontal bracing to prevent any deflection in the opening.

Sealant which expands into the gap

Pallet

Header

The Pallet and Header System requires a sealant to make the joints water tight. A gap is created in the casting to provide space for the sealant which expands into the gap as the castings are pressed together.

Annular

Space

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29 Monolithic Casting (5 Sided Casting)

Deck Adapter System

Precise Forms developed another labor saving method for the progressive Precaster. Make monolithic pours of a five sided box with the Precise Forms Deck Adapter system. This system allows the pouring of the walls and deck in a single pour. The deck system can be lifted into position and removed as a single unit. Once the deck plate is assembled, there is no need to break it down which allows multiple pours and saves labor expense to assemble the deck multiple times.

Water Infiltration Solution

Reduce the problem of water infiltration by creating the casting in a single pour. Monolithic pours are the most efficient way to produce castings if you can flip the casting over to strip the inside. With the addition of the Precise Forms Deck Adapter it is completed, in most cases, with the same forms used for wall construction set in the horizontal configuration.

Fast & Efficient

The fastest and most effiecient method of a monolithic five sided pour allows for accuracy and cost reduction when casting, therefore creating increased production and profits.

Dominator Precast

The Precise Forms Dominator System gets its name from the fact that it dominates any project with speed while producing a quality product. This system can be quickly hand set or gang formed for rapid setting and stripping without the need to add additional hardware.

The life of this form will out perform its nearest competitor. The Dominator receives very few hits with a hammer because the form locking device is separate from the form itself. The locking device is located at the back of the side rail. The load point of the tie system has been moved as far from the load as possible; 2 1/2” on the dominator as compared to a standard flat tie form of 13/16”. This creates less vertical deflection, metal fatigue, and flatter walls. The Dominator’s design creates tighter joints preventing concrete from leaking between the forms which keeps the forms cleaner and reduces labor time.

Dominator will provide many years of quality service with a reduced cost per pour.

The system can be gang or handset much like any many other forming systems, therefore it is the best of both worlds in a single form.

This form is 2 1/2” thick rather than a standard aluminum form at 2 1/8” thick, adding to the overall strength of the form. The load point is 2 1/2” from the face rather than the typical 13/16” on the standard flat tie system.

Deck Lifting Ring

Precise Forms has designed the lifting system to work in both the setting and stripping procedure. The lifting rings are attached to a counter sunk bolt on the concrete side. Once the deck is in position and the rings are removed, the bolt seats in a position that allows for a smooth flat concrete deck. When the casting is flipped into the stripping position, the bolts project on the under side to allow for the connection of the lifting rings and one piece removal of the deck plate.

30 Form Puller for Dominator

Dominator Form Pullers are designed specifically for the

Dominator Forming System. It used to make stripping forms easier and faster. It is especially helpful in tight situations such as corners and boxes. The long handle gives extra reach and leverage for taller form situations.

Dominator Waler Bracket

The Dominator Waler Bracket is designed to be used with lumber, aluminum channel or steel channel. The bolt on the end tightens to ensure a tight fit and a straight wall.

31 Haunch Corner (Chamfer Corner)

Cast Box Culverts with ease utilizing the Precise Forms Haunch Inside corners. Haunch corners are a standard for Precise Forms and can be manufactured to any specific size and design. Precise Forms can also produce Haunch corners for monolithic and various other castings as required.

Custom Castings

Precise Forms can create custom forms to meet almost any precasting or concrete construction need. Special angles, block outs, extremely large castings, or curved shapes are all possible.

Haunch Corner formed with

Outside Angle.

Haunch Corner formed with

Outside Corner.

Haunch Corners can be used in multiple precast applications.

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Haunch Corner used with

Monolithic Casting.

Haunch Corner used with Pallet and Header.

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Headwalls

A headwall is a small retaining wall placed at the inlet or outlet of a storm water pipe or culvert. Precise Forms allow you to create headwalls to meet any of your required sizes or shapes.

Form Pullers

Short Handle Combo

Long Handle Combo

Combo Head Close Up

Standard Left and Right

Form Pullers are used to make stripping forms easier and faster. The short handle version is especially helpful in tight situations such as corners and boxes. The long handle gives extra reach and leverage for taller form situations. The combo version works on either side of the forms rail.

33 Fire Pit Forms

Fire Pits make an excellent addition to any outdoor area. They provide a safe, decorative way to extend your outdoor leisure time late into the evening while keeping the chill away. The exterior can be finished off in an array of styles to blend in perfectly with your landscaping.

Swimming Pools

In building swimming pools, clean pours are crucial! For the cleanest looking pours with the least amount of effort, you need Precise

Aluminum Forms! Precise Forms is proud to be able to offer you the flexibility and creativity that can be accomplished through the use of our aluminum forming system.

We are proud to be able to offer you the aluminum forming system designed to build an endless variety of concrete and vinyl liner swimming pools. This forming system offers a multitude of possibilities to include free formed pools!

Depth Gauge

The Depth Gauge is used when screeding down the concrete is required. String lines can be wiped or washed off but this gauge can be set to the proper depth and moved to the required areas as needed during trowling. It is very effective in the pool industry where curved walls make snapping a string line very difficult.

Form Leveling Jack

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The Form Leveling Jack is used most frequently in the swimming pool industry. It is attached to the base of the form and allows adjustment of the form to ensure a level pour.

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35 Spas

Precise can make custom spa forms to meet the contractors need. In many cases the spa can be assembled in the shop and shipped to the site for the pour. Spas are not limited to a simple circle pattern. Precise can create any number of patterns which can include steps, seats and other designs requested by the contractor. They can be stand alone or incorporated into the swimming pool design.

Step Forms for Pools and Spas

A wide variety of steps, benches, and swim outs are available in both straight and curved designs.

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Corners and

Specialty Forms

37 Full VS. Standard (Nominal) Corners, Accessories, And Ties

The option is available to pour either a standard (nominal) wall thickness or a full dimension wall thickness. Each of these wall sizes demand a particular inside and outside corner, as well as wall ties. If you attempt to use a standard corner with a full tie or vise-versa, the corner you set will kink and be difficult to straighten. You can pour full walls with nominal corners by putting a spacer on the outside corner so the wall ties remain straight.

In measuring your inside corner, place the end of a tape measure on the outside face sheet and measure in to the 90° turn of the face sheet. The dimension will be either a 4 3/16” for a standard corner or 4” for a full inside corner. This same application will hold true for other forms and accessories which are affected by wall thickness such as outside corners, attachments, blockbacks, bulkheads, window bucks, and blockdowns.

Setting Inside Corners

When setting an inside corner it is important to always place the pin in properly. The tip of the pin should go from the inside corner into the form with the wedge on the form side. This allows for easier stripping with a single hammer blow to the pin. Improperly set corners may require a pin pusher to work the pin out of the tight space.

Textured Brick Inside Corner

Precise inside corners are extruded and wrapped with the brick pattern for greater strength and are available in a wide variety of sizes and patterns.

Haunch (Chamfer) Corner

Haunch corners are a standard for Precise Forms and can be manufactured to any specific size and design. Precise Forms can also produce Haunch corners for monolithic castings.

Inside and Outside Corner Hinged

Hinged corners can be used either as an inside or outside corner for construction other than 90 degree corners. It can be used with either nominal or full ties. Offered in smooth and decorative brick designs.

Fixed 45° and 135° Corners

Please specify wall thickness for correct alignment of inside and outside corners.

Improperly set pin and wedge on the inside corner.

Properly set pin and wedge on the inside corner.

Smooth Outside Corner

Smooth Outside Corners provide a clean concrete corner with easy stripping.

Improperly set pin and wedge on the inside corner.

Properly set pin and wedge on the inside corner.

Smooth Inside Corner

Precise inside corners are extruded for greater strength and are available in a wide variety of sizes and patterns as well as a rounded or square corner.

Outside Corner Atachment

Outside Corner Attachments are used with two fillers to make up almost any outside corner requirements. Attachments are available in 2” and 4” nominal or full sizes.

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39 Outside Corner 2”x2” Angle

Outside Corner Angles are used with two fillers to make up almost any outside corner requirements.

Column Forms - Adjustable

The Adjustable Concrete Column Form can create a wide array of sizes and shapes of columns including rectangle columns. Minimum size is 12”x12” square with maximum of 24”x24” square or any increment of 2” in between.

Radius Forms

To create a radius or curved concrete wall, you are not necessarily required to have curved forms. In many cases you can create a radius wall using standard aluminum forms and fillers.

Radius walls can be incorporated into any structure to create unique design features. Architects are no longer bound by the traditional old school thought of box concrete buildings. For those situations where a smooth curve is desired or required, Precise Forms is able to manufacture curved concrete forms from a 6” radius or larger.

Cap Forms

Cap forms come in a variety of heights and widths. They are a universal hole pattern allowing them to be used with both the 6-12 hole pattern and the 8” OC hole pattern but can be created with a 1” or 2” on center hole pattern as well. They provide extra height to any wall with minimal effort and expense.

Heavy Duty Laydown Form

The 36” x 48” Laydown Form adds a dimension that most contractors are looking for. Reduce your labor and accessory cost with this form as Base Ties are not required. Pour walls 3’ or 4’ high with the same speed of form setting.

Hole Punch

The hole punch is used to punch pin holes in the endrails or siderails of forms. It can also be used to seat bushings with the optional die assembly (the die assembly is sold separately).

Column Forms Round

Circular concrete columns can be created using our radius aluminum column forms with a minimum of a 6” radius.

Column Base and Cap Forms

Custom aluminum header and base forms can be created to fit the design styles of any project.

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41 Beams and Arches

A concrete beam is a load-bearing unit that can be used to carry both horizontal and vertical loads. In the past concrete beams were often hidden by some type of dropped ceiling. Today concrete beams are widely used in contemporary building construction as decorative features.

Pilasters

A pilaster is a projecting rectangle or half round column built into the face of the wall. Pilasters add additional strength to the wall while providing extra support for structural beams or trusses.

Pilasters can be combined with ornamental features or arches to provide additional strength as well as creative architectural designs.

Buttress

Buttress walls provide extra support for a wall by transferring horizontal pressure into vertical pressure onto the footing below.

Buttress walls can be buried under the earth or designed to be a decorative architectural design feature of the building.

Plywood Adapter

Plywood Adapters can be used when running pipes or electrical through a wall. Holes can be cut into the plywood providing a pass through and preventing damage to the aluminum form.

They also allow the easy creation of odd sized fillers.

Concrete arches have been used for centuries to create large open spaces in construction. With Precise Aluminum Concrete

Arch Forms the process has become much simplier.

Precise Forms can manufacture custom aluminum arch forms that incorporate decorative architectural features to improve the look of any structure.

Jump Fillers

Jump Fillers can be made 1” or 2” on center and help the contractor transition various elevations easily.

Jump Fillers can also be used as an adapter between the 8” OC hole pattern and the 6-12 hole pattern.

Buttress walls allow the contractor to build higher and thinner walls that support the same pressure while using less concrete.

EASI-WALL System

The EASI-WALL System provides a superior alternative to standard ICF construction. The ideal insulated wall has the insulating foam located in the center of the wall also known as a sandwich wall. This provides the ultimate in energy efficiency and comfort for the home owner. The EASI-WALL System developed by Precise Forms creates the insulated sandwich wall of the future that is easy to install and increases safety during the pouring procedure.

The EASI-WALL System will withstand the hydrostatic pressure developed when placing concrete. The support system provides unparalleled insulation security with as much as 8 feet of offset in concrete placement from side to side with little insulation movement. Now, with a single form setting, you can pour the entire wall with the insulation in place without fear of the insulation breaking or moving.

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43 EASI-WALL System Assembly

Assembly at the jobsite is easy. Guide the GFRP spacers through the pre-punched foam holes and atach the metal brackets on each side of the foam. You are then ready to set the foam inside the forming system and add your rebar grid.

Place the GFRP spacers in one metal bracket. Screw the bolt into place and tighten.

Front

Place the assembly into the foam using the prepunched holes.

Back

The metal bracket has clips to hold rebar into place without having to use wire ties, saving labor time and materials.

Set the other metal piece into place and screw in the bolts.

The clip is adjustable for various sizes of rebar.

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Accessories

45 Saddle Bracket

The Saddle Bracket attaches to the top rail with pins and wedges to provide a seat for forms when upper wall thickness is reduced, typically to create a brickledge. Wood is nailed to the lower section. Available in 4” and 6” thickness.

Brickledge Bar - Continuous

The continuous Brickledge Bar works the same as the Saddle

Bracket but provides additional support. It attaches to the top rail with pins and wedges to provide a seat for forms when upper wall thickness is reduced. Wood is nailed to the lower section.

Available in 4” and 6” thickness.

Wire Tie Twister

The Tie Twister allows quick tying of Precise Wire Ties.

Wire Tie

Allows for rapid positioning and securing of Re-Bar. Looped on both ends to receive the Wire Tie Twister for speedy tying. Available in the following sizes 5”, 5 1/2”, 6”, 6 1/2”, 8”.

46 Brickledge - Plastic

Plastic Brickledge is an alternative to the rising cost of lumber.

There will be no need to spend valuable time building and stripping wood brickledge. Plastic Brickledge is available in a variety of sizes and is easily attached with a standard pin or bolt.

Precise Forms Plastic Brick Ledge allows for rapid setting time and a consistent ledge every pour.

Sizes Available

Maximum Length Depth from top of wall down

72”

6”

7 1/4”

8”

72”

12”

15 1/4”

16”

17 1/4”

Width from face of wall back

4”

Beam Block - Plastic

Precise plastic products are light weight yet extremely durable. The Plastic Beamblock is easy to handle and will not fill with concrete like other beamblocks. The tapered design allows easy stripping.

Precise Forms plastic Beam Blocks come in the following sizes.

Description

8” Wide Flange East Coast Beam Block Plastic

10” Wide Flange East Coast Beam Block Plastic

12” Wide Flange East Coast Beam Block Plastic

8” Wide Flange Beam Block Plastic

10” Wide Flange Beam Block Plastic

12” Wide Flange Beam Block Plastic

Width at form face

8 1/4”

6”

Width at back of pocket

7 3/4”

5 1/2”

Depth from top of wall down

8 3/8”

10 3/8”

12 3/8”

8 3/8”

10 3/8”

12 3/8”

Depth from face of wall to back of pocket

4 1/2”

47 Beam Block - Steel

The heavy duty Steel Beam Block is tapered for easy removal.

Beam Blocks are C-clamped into place.

A

Description A Dimension B Dimension C Dimension

Standard

5” 4 1/2” Depth + 1/4”

Wide Flange

East Coast

6”

8 1/2”

4 1/2”

8”

Depth + 1/4”

Depth + 1/2”

Block Down

Block Downs are quickly C-clamped into place for the forming of bulkheads such as garage doors, door openings, sunken rooms, etc. Available in standard or adjustable sizes.

C

B

Lumber Block Down Bracket

The Lumber Block Down Bracket works the same way as the standard block down except you can use lumber to get the exact depth necessary for custom projects.

Turnbuckle - Metal

Straighten a wall and secure it in place prior to pouring with the Metal Turnbuckle.

It connects to a 2x4 or stake in the ground and the other end pins to the form. It can be easily adjusted with the claw of a hammer.

Turnbuckle - Wood

Straighten a wall and secure it in place prior to pouring with the Steel

Turnbuckle. Connect one to each end of a 2x4. It then connects to a metal or

2x4 stake in the ground and the other end pins to the form. Twist the threaded ends to adjust.

Wall Aligner

The Wall Aligner moves small sections of the wall in or out. Available with or without spoon.

Wall Puller

The Wall Puller is designed to pull long lengths of wall. The chain is adjustable for different footing widths.

Available with or without spoon.

Shutoff Plates

All aluminum reinforced shutoff plates are used to bulkhead the end of a wall. Available for single or multiple wall thickness.

Shutoff Blockback Combo

The Combo Shutoff is a combination of two accessories in one.

One side works as a blockback and the other as a shutoff plate.

Concrete Porta Chute

The Porta Chute reduces splatter when placing concrete and minimizes the spilling of concrete in areas not to be poured. It is especially helpful during the pouring of footings. It connects easily to the end of the chute on the concrete truck.

Rod Supports

Rod Supports hold the re-bar in place in the footing during the pour. Available in single, double, or triple supports.

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Single Combo

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49 Depth Gauge

It is very effective in the pool industry where curved walls make snapping a string line very difficult.

Form Pullers

Short Handle Combo

Long Handle Combo

Pouring Board Flat and Flanged

The Precise Forms Pouring Board assists in the flow direction of the concrete into the forms. This allows for the concrete that is being delivered by the concrete mixer to be directed into the forms and thereby reducing potential concrete spillage. The flanged model allows for even more flow control.

Form Scraper

The cast aluminum form scraper provides an easy method of concrete removal on those spots where concrete has stuck to the forming system. Available in 1 1/2”, 3” and 6” widths. Also uses a replaceable carbide scraping blade.

Hurricane Strap

The galvanized steel Hurricane Strap is an alternative to the “J”

Bolt style anchoring system. The product conforms with most code criteria. Check local building codes. The nail hole pattern allows for many plate sizes. Available in several sizes and types.

Packaged 10 to a box.

Anchor Strap

The galvanized steel Anchor Strap is an alternative to the “J” Bolt style anchoring system. The product conforms with most code criteria.

Check local building codes. The nail hole pattern allows for many plate sizes. Available in several sizes and types. Packaged 50 to a box.

Standard Left and Right

Form Pullers are used to make stripping forms easier and faster. The short handle version is especially helpful in tight situations such as corners and boxes.

The long handle gives extra reach and leverage for taller form situations. The combo version works on either side of the forms rail.

Pin Pusher

The use of attached hardware sometimes leads to the locking pin penetrating into an inside corner rather than projecting out of the Inside Corner. This tool allows for easy removal of those pins with leverage pushing the pin out rather than attempting striking it with a hammer. The nose of the pin pusher is cupped to assist in remaining in position on the tip of the pin.

Foundation Bolt

Utilized in the securing of plates and other items to a cast in place concrete wall.

Sizes available for 50 to a box packaged with nuts and washers.

Length Type

8”

Standard

Galvanized

10”

12”

16”

20”

Standard

Galvanized

Standard

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51 Angle Clip

The Angle Clip is designed for making an outside corner in conjunction with fillers. Precise Forms can produce outside corner Angle Clips to most any desired angle.

30° Angle Clip

45° Angle Clip

Cap Clip

This provides for the same opportunity of extending the wall height with the use of lumber on the top of the form, this is typically a 1 time use item. However with care several reuses may be possible.

90° Angle Clip

90° Angle Clip with Pin

Control Joints

To prevent the destructive and unappealing random cracking of expansive concrete, Precise Forms offers three unique sets of control joints. During the curing process, these relief joints provide control of the stress created as concrete contracts due to drying. Please specify hole pattern when ordering.

Plastic control joints pin between forms prior to a pour. After stripping the hole tabs break off leaving a plastic control joint in the wall creating a clean Precise joint.

These are a one time use joint.

The two piece 1 3/8” aluminum control joints pin between forms prior to a pour and are completely removed during the stripping process. The design creates a control joint that can be used for numerous pours.

Foundation Vent Buck

The Vent Buck holds a vent in place during the pour. It installs easily and quickly.

Surface control joints are attached to the facesheet of the form to create a relief joint.

They strip as the form is removed during the stripping process. Easy to relocate on the form, these aluminum joints are available in two sizes, 1/2” and 1”.

Cap Bracket

Cap Brackets are used in conjunction with lumber to extend the wall height. The cap bracket has a 90 degree angle used as a seat for the lumber and a pin attached that is locked down through the pin hole in the end rail of the form. This provides for the ability to pull out some of the potential bowing that can be inherent in lumber.

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The Cap Bracket can also be used to create wood fillers to allow pipes or other objects to pass through the wall.

Foundation Vent

The Foundation vent is a cast in place ventilation system that requires the use of a pouring buck to secure the vent in position.

It incorporates the ability to allow air flow without concern for access by rodents and animals with the screen and grid work of a guard system.

Bucko Vent

The Precise forms Bucko Vent eliminates the need for a pouring buck as the frame of the vent is the same thickness as the wall.

Available for Nominal and Full width walls of 6”, 8” and 10” wall thickness.

53 Application of Form Release Agent

When forms are unloaded it is best to lay them around the job site where they need to be set. While placing the forms, one individual should be responsible for applying form release agent to all of the forms before they are set. The release agent creates a positive barrier between the panel and the concrete which promotes a controlled reaction with the free lime in the concrete. This action provides a quick and clean release preventing concrete buildup. It is a good idea to use release agent on the back of the form every 3-4 pours. This will prevent concrete buildup on the braces. Your crew will be able to work faster saving labor, time, and money by keeping the forms consistently clean.

60 Gallon Spray Tank Assembly

The 60 gal. capacity model comes complete with gauges, hose, and spray wand. It is designed for pickups and form trucks. Other sizes are also available.

60 Gallon Spray Tank Valve Assembly

60 Gallon Spray Tank Wand Assembly

54 60 Gallon Spray Tank Hose Assembly

55 Form and Filler Baskets

Form baskets allow you to use a boom to place forms where they are needed and remove them when the job is complete.

This not only saves time and money but prevents the crew from becoming over exhausted allowing them more energy to set or strip forms.

A wide variety of form baskets are available. Choose one of our standard designs or create custom baskets to fit your needs.

Baskets can be created to carry full size forms, fillers, and even accessories keeping the job site cleaner and more productive.

Custom Truck Beds

Precise Forms can create truck mounted aluminum form racks to carry all of your forms, fillers, and accessories. A wide variety of designs are available or custom concrete form racks can be created to fit your needs.

Pins and

Wedges

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57 Proper Pin and Wedge Usage

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2 Standard Pin

The wedge slot in a Precise Tapered Pin is milled, not swedged, for uniform quality. It is made of heat treated steel for greater strength.

Standard Wedge

Standard Wedges are used with Pins to lock forms together securely. The tapered design allows easy and secure locking.

3

Place the pin into the form with wedge slit vertical.

4

Slide the tie onto the pins.

Curved Wedge

Curved Wedges offer the ability to be used in stack form operations with less worry of vibrating out when the wedge is used in a horizontal position.

Pax Pin

The Pax Pin is a little longer than the standard pin and allows up to a 1/2” spacer to be used.

Set the second form into place.

Panel Clip

The Panel Clip is another option to loose hardware. This is an alternative to using a 2 piece loose hardware process without the cost of permanent attached hardware. It creates a positive lock with a one piece hardware product.

Place the wedge into the pin slot and tighten with a hammer.

Aluminum Base Tie Pin

The Aluminum Base Tie Pin is used for laydown applications.

Coil Bolt

The Coil Bolt is designed with large threads for extra speed and strength. They are available in lengths of 2” and 4”. Special lengths are available upon request.

Pin Keeper

The Pin Keeper offers speed and security when using loose hardware. It provides the benefits of attached hardware at a greatly reduced cost. The loose hardware is captured when locked in position and increases ease of form stripping.

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Base Tie Pin used in a laydown situation.

Base Tie Pin used against an existing wall.

The flat head of the Base Tie Pin permits use of regular ties when laying forms on their sides or setting against existing walls. Head thickness is 1/4”.

59 2” Combo Filler Pin with Head

1/2” Filler

1” Filler

Duplex Nail

The 2” Filler Pin is used in conjunction with the 2” filler form. Nail holes have been added to allow the pin to be used with 1” and 1

1/2” fillers as well.

Set & Lok

The Precise Forms Set & Lok offers the best of a fast and positive locking system. The Set & Lok can be used with our Retractable Long

Pin or the Captive Pin.

It offers a dramatic decrease in form setting time due to the fact that in most cases a 8’ or 9’ tall form only needs to have two per form and the remaining wall tie locations can be handled with the retractable long pin or the captive pin and not require a wedge except for the first three joints off of each corner. This greatly reduces the amount of loose hardware required. The form setter need only go to two spots to lock the form down.

As the name also defines, the other capability of the Set & Lok is to actually pull the two forms together thereby setting the form in position. Ideal for rapid form setting and stripping. The Set & Lok does not require special tools or lubrications for operation. A light spray of form release during setting will help keep it clean and operational. Available on 12” wide forms and larger.

1” Filler

Duplex Nail

When locked into the open position the

Set & Lok stays locked in place to allow easy stacking of the forms.

The pin of the Set & Lok rotates 90 degrees to allow the use of a standard pin from the other direction when necessary.

When locked into place, the Set & Lok holds the forms firmly together.

Used with 2” filler.

Used with 1 1/2” filler.

Drift Pin

The Drift Pin is used to align two panels when the holes do not line up perfectly. Ideal for closing up the wall or steps in the footing.

Aligner Clip

Used with 1” filler.

The Aligner Clip replaces the pin and wedge in a stack form situation. It eliminates concern of wedges falling out.

Double Slotted Pin

Double Slotted Pins are available for fillers from 1” to 8” wide.

Drift Punch

The Drift Punch is used to help align forms in tight situations allowing the pin to easily be placed.

60 Captive Pin

An extremely fast and efficient attached hardware for progressive contractors. Productivity will increase while reducing the amount of lost hardware. The Captive Pin is manufactured with high quality components to extend the life of the hardware.

The Precise Forms Captive Pin is compatible with existing competitive equipment.

61 Retractable Short Pin

The Retractable Short Pin, in conjunction with the the Set & Lok system, is the fastest setting system available for aluminum forms! It greatly reduces the need for loose hardware which lowers your accessory cost, setting time, stripping time and labor cost.

Both the Retractable Short Pin and the Set & Lok systems are manufactured with high quality stainless steel components to prevent rusting and extend the life of the systems. Seasonal lubricants are not required.

Walers and

Scaffolding

The Retractable Short Pin in its retracted position allows easy stacking of forms.

The Retractable Short Pin in its locked position allows easy placement of ties, forms and wedges. In certain cases, when used with the Set & Lok, the wedge may not be necessary.

Retractable Long Pin

The Retractable Long Pin, in conjunction with the Set & Lok system, offers the same reduction in labor cost as the Retractable Short Pin. It greatly reduces the need for loose hardware which lowers your accessory cost, setting time, stripping time and labor cost.

The Retractable Long Pin can be placed in the retracted position when a standard pin is desired such as on inside corners. It can be used with Precise smooth aluminum as well as our decorative brick forms.

Both the Retractable Long Pin and the Set & Lok systems are manufactured with high quality stainless steel components to prevent rusting and extend the life of the systems. Seasonal lubricants are not required.

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63 Waler Bracket

WARNING: Waler brackets of any style are not designed as a walking platform.

Waler Brackets are available for standard size lumber or aluminum channel. These steel brackets are pinned directly to the forms to straighten the wall and minimize bracing. They are designed for Smooth Aluminum or V-Tek Brick Forms.

Adjustable Waler Bracket

The Adjustable Waler Bracket makes setting and removing waler lumber quick and easy. To set, have the waler in the open position and set the lumber into place. Close and tighten the Adjustable Waler Bracket with the tap of a hammer.

Instead of hitting the lumber to remove it, the Adjustable Waler Bracket flips out of the way and prevents damage to the lumber which prolongs the life of the lumber allowing it to be used on multiple jobs. The Aluminum Waler

Board can be used in place of lumber. It is lightweight, long lasting, and will create a straighter wall.

Please specify if you are using Smooth Aluminum, Textured Brick, Smooth

Brick, or V-Tek Brick Forms when ordering. Available in 2”x3” or 2”x4” sizes.

Waler Clip

The Waler Clip is designed for quick setting and stripping. No additional loose hardware is required. Please specify if they are for Smooth Aluminum, Textured Brick, Smooth Brick, or V-Tek

Brick Forms when ordering.

Waler Bracket for Brick

Waler Brackets for Brick are available for standard size lumber or aluminum channel. These steel brackets are pinned directly to the forms to straighten the wall and minimize bracing. Please specify if they are for Textured Brick or Smooth

Brick.

Adjustable Waler Bracket for Dominator

The Adjustable Waler Bracket for the Dominator Forming System is designed to be used with lumber, aluminum channel or steel channel. The bolt on the end tightens to ensure a tight fit and a straight wall.

Combo SA/TB Waler

Combo Waler Brackets are available for standard size lumber or aluminum channel. These steel brackets are pinned directly to the forms to straighten the wall and minimize bracing. They work if you are using Smooth Aluminum or Textured Brick Forms.

Please specify if you want the Smooth Aluminum hole on the top or the bottom.

Economy Waler

The Economy Waler is a cast, rather than welded, waler. It works for both Smooth and Textured brick forms. The third hole allows a turnbuckle to be attached directly to the waler.

Set & Lok Waler

The Set & Lok waler is designed to be used with the Set & Lok attached hardware system.

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65 Combo Vertical/Horizontal Waler

Combo Vertical Walers combines the standard waler with vertical walers and are used mainly in a stack form situation.

Please specify if you are using Smooth Aluminum, Textured Brick, Smooth Brick, or V-Tek Brick Forms when ordering.

Vertical Metal Rail

The Vertical Rail provides support for toe guard, mid rails and guard rails in Safety Scaffolding.

Wood Rail Bracket

The Wood Rail Bracket is used to connect the lumber vertical rail to the mid rails and guard rails in combination with Safety

Scaffolding.

Vertical Metal Rail Vertical Wood Rail

Vertical Waler

Vertical Walers are used mainly in a stack form situation. Please specify if you are using Smooth Aluminum, Textured Brick,

Smooth Brick, or V-Tek Brick Forms when ordering.

Stiffback

Providing the ability to stiffen vertically stacked forms and assisting in maintaining a plumb wall. Hole pattern specific.

Captive Pin Waler

Waler brackets are available for standard size lumber or aluminum channel. The steel brackets are used with the captive pin to straighten the wall and minimize bracing.

66 Safety Scaffolding for Rails

Safety Scaffolding allows double 2x10 planking, toe boards, mid rail, and guard rail. Scaffolding pockets fit metal or wood vertical rail. Available with or without pin.

Please specify if you are using Smooth Aluminum, Textured Brick,

Smooth Brick, or V-Tek Brick Forms when ordering.

67 Dominator Safety Scaffolding

The Dominator Scaffolding System is supported by bolts passing through the concrete wall in holes that were created by taper ties.

This creates a support that is more secure and stable than scaffolding that attaches to flat ties or the forming system.

Scaffold Bracket

The Scaffold Bracket pins securely to the form. The bracket has a supporting leg that straddles the side rails for added stability. It is available in a variety of sizes, with or without a pin, and with or without the waler.

Please specify if you are using Smooth Aluminum, Textured Brick,

Smooth Brick, or V-Tek Brick Forms when ordering.

Dominator Scaffolding System ready to be bolted.

Bolted into place through the wall.

Wall Ties and

Products

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69 Wall Tie Placement Charts 6-12

Disclaimer: This drawing represents the tie placement calculated by using the formula by the

American Concrete Institute.

Tension=150 x 3 x 1/2 x (HT top pin - HT btm pin)

No. Ties = Integer(Tension/Max Load)+1

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16’ Height

8’ + 8’

6”

18”

30”

42”

54”

■

66”

78”

■

90”

■

102”

■

114”

■

126”

■

138”

■

150”

■

162”

■

174”

■

186”

■

14’ Height

8’ + 6’

6”

18”

30”

42”

54”

66”

78”

90”

■

102”

114”

■

126”

■

138”

■

150”

■

162”

■

12’ Height

8’ + 4’

6”

18”

30”

42”

54”

66”

78”

90”

■

102”

■

114”

■

126”

■

138”

■

10’ Height

8’ + 2’

6”

18”

30”

42”

54”

66”

78”

90”

■

102”

■

114”

■

8’ and under wall: maximum load per tie is 4667 lbs. (required OSHA safety factor of 1.5)

Over 8’ high wall: maximum load per tie is 3500 lbs. (required OSHA safety factor of 2.0)

If the load is higher than the OSHA set maximum per tie you must use two ties.

■

Designates locations where two ties are required by OSHA regulations.

4’ Height

6”

18”

30”

42”

9’ Height

8’ + 1’

54”

66”

78”

90”

102”

104”

6”

18”

30”

42”

9’ Height

54”

66”

78”

90”

■

102”

■

6”

18”

30”

42”

8’ Height

54”

66”

78”

90”

6”

18”

30”

42”

6’ Height

6”

18”

30”

42”

54”

66”

71 Wall Tie Placement Charts 8” OC

(8” On Center)

Disclaimer: This drawing represents the tie placement calculated by using the formula by the

American Concrete Institute.

Tension=150 x 3 x 1/2 x (HT top pin - HT btm pin)

No. Ties = Integer(Tension/Max Load)+1

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16’ Height

8’ + 8’

40”

48”

56”

64”

8”

16”

24”

32”

72”

80”

88”

104”

■

112”

120”

128”

136”

144”

■

152”

■

160”

■

168”

■

176”

■

184”

■

80”

88”

96”

104”

112”

120”

128”

136”

144”

■

152”

■

160”

■

40”

48”

56”

64”

8”

16”

24”

32”

14’ Height

8’ + 6’

12’ Height

8’ + 4’

56”

64”

72”

80”

88”

96”

104”

112”

120”

128”

136”

8”

16”

24”

32”

40”

10’ Height

8’ + 2’

8”

16”

32”

40”

48”

56”

64”

72”

80”

88”

96”

104”

112”

8’ and under wall: maximum load per tie is 4667 lbs. (required OSHA safety factor of 1.5)

Over 8’ high wall: maximum load per tie is 3500 lbs. (required OSHA safety factor of 2.0)

If the load is higher than the OSHA set maximum per tie you must use two ties.

■

Designates locations where two ties are required by OSHA regulations.

9’ Height

8’ + 1’

40”

48”

56”

64”

8”

16”

24”

32”

72”

80”

88”

102”

104”

4’ Height

9’ Height

36”

44”

52”

60”

4”

8”

12”

20”

28”

68”

76”

84”

92”

100”

Universal on top.

40”

48”

56”

64”

8”

16”

24”

32”

72”

80”

88”

96”

100”

104”

9’ Height

Universal on bottom.

8”

16”

24”

32”

40”

6’ Height

40”

48”

56”

64”

8”

16”

24”

32”

72”

80”

88”

8’ Height

40”

48”

56”

64”

8”

16”

24”

32”

73 Tie Pullers

Tie pullers are designed to work with all pull ties. They help remove the tie with little effort while protecting the wall.

Several styles are available to choose from.

For additional information on which style would work best for your situation please contact your sales manager.

Taper Tie

Various Taper Tie’s are designed to be used with the Gang Form,

Dominator, Eliminator and Fence Form Systems. The taper of the tie allows for easy tie removal and the hole can be sealed using our taper tie hole plug mold. Make sure to use the proper taper tie with the system it was developed for.

S Style

Ram Style

Taper Tie Plug Mold

The holes that remain from the Taper Ties are sealed using tapered plugs. The plugs can be molded with excess concrete on site creating minimal color variation in the wall or they can be created in advance to save time. The tapered plug is coated with a water proof adhesive and placed in the holes of the wall to create a water tight seal.

74 Flat Wall Tie

Flat Wall Ties hold the forms at the desired distance from each other. When ordering make sure to specify standard (nominal) or full tie dimension.

Breakback Wall Tie

The Breakback Tie is designed to break off recessed into the wall which allows the wall to be sealed to prevent rust staining.

Special ties for deeper break-off can be made upon request.

Pull Tie - Reuseable

Pull Ties can be removed from the finished wall and reused for many pours. They are perfect for areas where shipping charges are extremely high.

Pull Tie with Attached Sleeve

Pull Ties can be removed from the finished wall and reused for multiple pours. They are perfect for areas where shipping charges are extremely high. The sleeve is tapered and remains attached to the tie when the tie is pulled. Available in full 4” and

10 cm only.

Combo Wall Tie

The multiple hole configuration of the Combo Tie is perfect for when changing wall thickness. They can be customized to any length and come with three or four holes, depending on the contractors design needs.

Z Tie

The Precise Z Tie easily allows a one foot offset to be created in a wall without reducing the strength of the tie.

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76

Windows and

Accessories

77 Window Manufacturing Facility

When You Go Precise You Go Factory Direct!

Continuing the tradition of being first in the industry, Precise Forms is proud to be the first aluminum form manufacturer to own and operate their own state-of-the-art vinyl basement window production facility. Experienced craftsmen using highly technical automated equipment along with the highest quality materials allow us to achieve extremely high efficiencies - which ultimately saves you money and provides you with the best quality products possible.

The Precise Basement Window has the easiest after pour installation on the market. It does not require a poured in place frame of any kind. This eliminates the possibility of the window frame being damaged during the flatwork pour and all of the costs that go along with it. It also prevents the possibility of the frame being put in backwards or upside down! The Precise

Window System can be used with Plywood and Aluminum

Forms.

The versatility of the Precise pouring bucks and the wide range of window styles offered makes this the window system of choice.

Perfect Fit with Primary Windows

The Precise Vinyl Window System blends in perfectly with primary windows creating a seamless exterior design. Multiple window styles are available to choose from. The after pour installation allows the builder to determine the window style right up to the time of closing.

78 Double Glazed Slider Technical Information

Vinyl Basement Window Testing and Performance

The Precise Forms Majestic Window has been tested at a Grade HS-R25 with an air infiltration rating of ASTM E283 and a water resistance of ASTM E547. The Majestic Window has been tested in compliance with NFRC 100, 200, 300, 400 and 500 criteria and meets

Energy Star™ Standards with Low-E glass with argon fill. The Precise Forms Double Glazed Slider Window performs to a .49 U factor as tested by NFRC. Low E glass and argon fill is available which has a U factor of .32 as tested by the NFRC.

Vinyl Sliding Basement Window Sash

The vinyl basement window sliding sash is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .075” on the pull handle to .050” on the interior walls. The sash is welded on all four corners to insure a rigid and accurate sash that matches perfectly with the frame construction. Anti-corrosive, dual brass roller assemblies allow finger tip control for opening and closing the sash and provides years of trouble free performance. Integral interlocking webbing on the sash and meeting rail insure a positive interlock in the center of the window further enhancing security and thermal performance.

Vinyl Sliding Basement Window Main Frame

The vinyl sliding basement main frame is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .060” on the exterior walls to .045” on the interior walls. It provides an excellent thermal barrier against all types of climate conditions. Our high tech, four head welding line provides an all welded construction. This allows accurate product sizing, quality, and it guarantees a leak proof corner. Our unique heavy-duty dual wall exterior flange provides an aesthetically appealing exterior installed appearance.

Vinyl Sliding Basement Window Sill Riser

Constructed of rigid PVC extrusion with a wall thickness of .060”, the sill riser provides the basis for our aesthetically pleasing, equal light, glass panel design between the fixed and the sliding sash. The design utilizes a solid, snap fit leg construction to avoid shipping damage or loss. This design also allows for unobstructed drainage clearance under the sash panel.

Vinyl Sliding Basement Window Fixed Meeting Rail

The vinyl basement window fixed meeting rail is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .060” on the exterior walls and .050” on the interior walls. It is then reinforced with a mullion stiffener which provides a very rigid center post that does not twist or deflect with larger size window openings. The vinyl basement window rail is attached to the main frame with four 2-1/2” long anti-corrosive stainless steel screws. It also contains an integral channel with a built in catch slot which receives the lock sweep mechanism enhancing security and thermal protection.

Vinyl Sliding Basement Window Glazing

An insulated glass package designed with a 3/4” overall thickness, utilizing the INTERCEPT spacer system, provides the ultimate in

“Warm Edge” spacer technology. The glass assembly is built in our own high-tech window manufacturing facility on the INTERCEPT

Roll Forming System from GED. We are pleased to provide our customers with the highest quality glazing on the market today. The main frame and sliding sash are glazed with a continuous bead of high quality silicone adhesive, which is applied by robots for accuracy and consistency.

Weather Stripping

To provide a thermal barrier against all climate conditions, the movable sash and the meeting rail are equipped with strips of fin seal weather stripping. The top and bottom sash rails and the interlocking edge of the meeting rail utilize a .200” high pile inserted on each style member. Virtually all potential draft points have been eliminated.

Optional Grid System (Muntin)

Precise Forms uses the INTERCEPT spacer system on all of its insulating glass units. This allows an optional grid system that prevents grid shifting or grids that don’t match up from one window to the next. As part of INTERCEPT’s exclusive manufacturing process, grids are made consistently to match precisely, and they’re uniquely locked in place. Plus, INTERCEPT spacers are specially recessed below the sight line. All you’ll ever see are beautiful windows, for years and years.

79 Double Glazed Slider

Size Information for Double Glazed Vinyl Basement Slider Window

Size

32X15

32X19

32X23

36X48

36X60

48X36

Rough Opening

Size

32 3/8” x 15 7/8”

32 3/8” x 19 7/8”

32 3/8” x 23 7/8”

35 7/8” x 47 7/8”

35 7/8” x 59 7/8”

47 7/8” x 35 7/8”

Light Surface (W x H)x2

12 3/8” x 10 3/4”

12 3/8” x 14 3/4”

12 3/8” x 18 3/4”

14 1/8” x 42 3/4”

14 1/8” x 54 3/4”

20 1/8” x 30 3/4”

Light Surface

(S.F.)

1.85

2.54

3.22

8.39

10.74

8.60

Vent Surface (W x H)

12 3/16” x 10 5/16”

12 3/16” x 14 5/16”

12 3/16” x 18 5/16”

13 13/16” x 42 5/16”

13 13/16” x 54 5/16”

19 13/16” x 30 5/16”

Egress Double Glazed Slider

Size Information for Double Glazed Vinyl Basement Egress Slider Window

Vent Surface

(S.F.)

0.87

1.21

1.55

4.06

5.21

4.17

Size

48x48

48x60

60x36

60x48

60x60

72x48

Rough Opening

Size

47 7/8” x 47 7/8”

47 7/8” x 59 7/8”

59 7/8” x 35 7/8”

59 7/8” x 47 7/8”

59 7/8” x 59 7/8”

71 7/8” x 47 7/8”

Light Surface (W x H)x2

20 1/8” x 42 3/4”

20 1/8” x 54 3/4”

26 1/8” x 30 3/4”

26 1/8” x 42 3/4”

26 1/8” x 54 3/4”

32 1/8” x 42 3/4”

Light Surface

(S.F.)

11.95

15.30

11.16

15.51

19.87

19.07

Vent Surface (W x H)

19 13/16” x 42 5/16”

19 13/16” x 54 5/16”

25 13/16” x 30 5/16”

25 13/16” x 42 5/16”

25 13/16” x 54 5/16”

31 13/16” x 42 5/16”

Vent Surface

(S.F.)

5.82

7.47

5.43

7.58

9.74

9.35

Egress Code

The Precise majestic 48” x 48” double glazed slider window conforms to most Egress criteria. With the sash opened, but not removed, there is a 20” x 42-13/16” opening, providing 5.95 square feet with a clear opening of 20” wide. Please check with your local building codes for required sizes and placement.

80 Single Glazed Slider

Size

32X15

32X19

Sliding Sash

Rough Opening

Size

32 3/8” x 15 7/8”

32 3/8” x 19 7/8”

Light Surface (W x H)x2

12 7/8” x 11 5/8”

12 7/8” x 15 5/8”

Light Surface

(S.F.)

2.08

2.79

Vent Surface (W x H)

12 5/16” x 11 1/16”

12 5/16” x 15 1/16”

Vent Surface

(S.F.)

0.95

1.29

The sliding sash is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .075” on the pull handle to .050” on the interior walls. The sash is screwed by hand on all four corners to insure a rigid and accurate sash that matches perfectly with the frame construction and allows finger tip control for opening and closing the sash which provides years of troublefree performance. Integral interlocking webbing on the sash and meeting rail insure a positive interlock in the center of the window further enhancing security and thermal performance.

Main Frame

The main frame is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .060” on the exterior walls to .050” on the interior walls. It provides an excellent thermal barrier against all types of climate conditions. Our high tech, four head welding line provides an all welded construction. This allows the product sizing accuracy, quality and it guarantees a leak proof corner. Our unique heavy-duty dual wall exterior flange provides an aesthetically appealing exterior installed appearance.

Sill Riser

Fixed Meeting Rail

The fixed meeting rail is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .060” on the exterior walls and

.050” on the interior walls. The rail is attached to the main frame with four 2-1/2” long anti-corrosive stainless steel screws. It also contains an integral channel with a built in catch slot which receives the lock sweep mechanism enhancing security and thermal protection.

Fixed Meeting Rail

The fixed meeting rail is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .060” on the exterior walls and .050” on the interior walls. The rail is attached to the main frame with four 2-1/2” long anti-corrosive stainless steel screws. It also contains an integral channel with a built in catch slot which receives the lock sweep mechanism enhancing security and thermal protection.

Weather Stripping

.200” high pile inserted on each style member. Virtually all potential draft points have been eliminated.

81 Double Glazed Hopper

Size

32X15

32X19

32x23

Rough Opening

Size

32 3/8” x 15 7/8”

32 3/8” x 19 7/8”

32 3/8” x 23 7/8”

Light Surface (W x H) Light Surface (S.F.)

26 1/8” x 9 5/8”

26 1/8” x 13 5/8”

26 1/8” x 17 5/8”

Vinyl Basement Window Testing and Performance

1.75

2.47

3.20

Vent Surface (W x H)

27 1/8” x 10 5/8”

27 1/8” x 14 5/8”

27 1/8” x 18 5/8”

Vent Surface

(S.F.)

2.00

2.75

3.51

Energy Star™ Standards with Low-E glass with argon fill. The Precise Forms Double Glazed Hopper Window performs to a .47 U factor as tested by NFRC. Low E glass and argon fill is available which has a U factor of .31 as tested by the NFRC.

Hinged Sash

The hinged sash is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .062” on the exterior walls to .050” on the interior walls. The sash is welded on all four corners to ensure a rigid and accurate sash that matches perfectly with the frame construction. The grip latch assembly allows easy control for opening and closing the sash and provides years of trouble-free performance and further enhances security and thermal performance.

Main Frame

The main frame is constructed of rigid PVC hollow extrusion with a wall thickness ranging from .080” on the sash contact wall, .060” on the exterior walls, and .050” on the interior walls. It provides an excellent thermal barrier against all types of climate conditions. Our high tech, four head welding line provides an all welded construction. This allows accurate product sizing, quality, and it guarantees a leak proof corner. Our unique heavy-duty dual wall exterior flange provides an aesthetically appealing exterior installed appearance.

Glazing

An insulated glass package designed with a 3/4” overall thickness, utilizing the INTERCEPT spacer system, provides the ultimate in

“Warm Edge” spacer technology. The glass assembly is built in our own high-tech window manufacturing facility on the INTERCEPT Roll

Forming System from GED. We are pleased to provide our customers with the highest quality glazing on the market today. The main frame and sliding sash are glazed with a continuous bead of high quality silicone adhesive, which is applied by robots for accuracy and consistency.

Weather Stripping

To provide a thermal barrier against all climate conditions, the hinged sash is equipped with strips of fin seal weather stripping.

Window Installation

To install the window, simply place a bead of caulk around the wall offset, slide the window into the opening, and screw the window into place with the screws that are provided. Tapcons can be used in place of the screws and plugs if so desired.

Installation with Redheads or Tapcons Installation with Plastic Plug

1. Put the window in place and mark the holes to be drilled.

2. Remove the window and drill the holes for the redheads with a 1/4” drill bit. For the tapcons use a 5/32” drill bit.

3. Insert the redheads into the drilled holes. (omit this step for

tapcons).

4. Place the insulation strip on the top of the window (for up windows only).

5. Place a line of caulking around the inside of the window flange.

6. Push the window into the opening and screw it into place.

1. BEFORE the pour, place the Plastic Plugs into the window pouring buck.

2. Remove the buck after the pour. This will cause the tip of the plug to break off but the body will remain in the wall.

3. Place the insulation strip on the top of the window (for up windows only).

4. Place a line of caulking around the inside of the window flange.

5. Push the window into the opening and screw it into place.

Plastic Plug

Window installation has never been quicker or easier! The Precise

Plastic Plugs are placed into holes in the pouring buck before placing the buck into the wall. After the pour, the body of the plug remains in the concrete for easy installation of either the single or double glazed vinyl basement window. The Plastic Plug eliminates the need to drill the concrete, which is a real time saver!

82 Window Well Anchor Clip

The Area Wall Anchor attaches to the pouring buck before it’s placed into the wall. When the buck is stripped, the aluminum anchor remains in the wall allowing the area wall to be bolted into place with standard bolts (which are included with the anchor). The Anchor allows easy placement of the area wall without drilling or nailing into the concrete, saving both time and money!! Special sizes require a minimum quantity. Using the Area Wall Anchor, the area wall can be installed in just a few minutes.

83 Window Buck

The specially designed pouring buck forms a 7/8” offset in the wall opening. The offset, combined with the window flange, creates a positive seal against water infiltration. Both the single and double glazed window will fit into the same opening. This enables the home builder to determine the style of window right up to the time of closing the home.

Window Buck Nail Plate

The Window Buck Nail Plate allows owners of wood forms to place the window in any location they desire.

It is easily adjustable for exact placement.

An entire wall lined with window bucks to create a perfect view for the home owner.

Window Buck Tie Guide

Tie Guides are used in those circumstances where they are needed to hold the window buck into position for the pour. They can be adjusted for optimal buck placement.

Window Buck Hold Up

The window buck hold-up hold a standard pouring buck to the top of the wall. This is perfect for the contractor that usually pours windows with concrete headers but occasionally needs to pour a window at the top of the wall.

Window Buck Clamp

The Window Buck Clamp is a quick and easy way to hold window bucks or frames in place during the pour without drilling through the facesheet.

Safety Grate and Escape Ladder

The Safety Grate is strong enough to stand on, yet light enough to push off for emergency escape. The safety grate shields windows from debris and protects individuals from the accidental misstep.

The Precise Escape Ladder meets the rigors required of an escape ladder plus the beauty of a quality crafted product. Our escape ladder was designed to be the benchmark of the industry.

Once installed, the ladder blends in perfectly to enhance the appeal to the end user. It is easily installed on most area walls. Simply drop the ladder into position and attach it to the area wall with tapcons.

Window Well - Metal

These high quality Area Walls are made from heavy-duty 18 gauge galvanized steel.

They feature a 3/4 inch profile with expertly designed double-ribbed corners for added strength, reducing the need for extra bracing. Available in multiple sizes including egress.

Window Buck Hold Down

Lintel cones hold the pouring buck a specified depth down in the wall to create a concrete header. Check for available depths.

Window Buck Extension

The Buck Extension comes in 1” and 2” widths. It attaches to a standard 8” pouring buck allowing you to pour 9” or 10” thick walls without having to invest in additional window pouring bucks.

Interior Trim Kit

Our Trim Kit allows you to finish the interior with ease! The Precise Trim Kit allows you to finish off the interior of the window without having to use lumber. The trim snaps into the window creating a finished look with little cost or time. The kit is adjustable to fit different thickness walls.

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85 Window Well Rockwell

RockWell window wells help turn your basement into a retreat. Our window wells have a stone texture that truly looks and feels like real stone, adding great curb appeal and an aesthetically pleasing view from the inside out. Our wells allow for more natural light and ventilation into an otherwise dark & drab basement. They leave basement rooms feeling larger and more inviting.

Each of our window well options adheres to IRC 2009 Egress

Code standards. This means they meet or exceed dimensional and accessibility requirements to allow occupants out and rescue personnel in during an emergency. These standards apply to renovations of older homes as well as new homes. If you are finishing your basement or converting a storage room into a bedroom, it is required by law to make sure there is a direct exit from each inhabited room. Steps provide easy access out of basement window well

Installing your window wells will be easier than you might expect. They are made of the same strong, durable, light weight composite material used in the aviation industry. The single piece construction of our wells means no assembly is required. Just excavate the space around your window, lower the stone textured window well into position, bolt it to your foundation, and fill in any extra space with the displaced soil, no pea-gravel required.

Elite and Premier Series window wells are available with practical and stylish accessories.

Window Well Cover Rockwell

These covers are designed to keep out what you don’t want and let through what you do. Made of strong polycarbonate, they can withstand 500 pounds of weight - perfect for preventing family members and pets from accidentally falling in. They are also excellent for keeping out fallen leaves, snow, and UV rays as well as obscuring the view into your basement. These window well covers still allow natural light in and are easily opened from the inside for quick escape in the event of an emergency.

Our clear polycarbonate covers are available for both the Elite and Premier window wells. They are constructed of a 10 mm fluted polycarbonate material with UV light protection.

Window Well Grate Rockwell

These grates offer many of the same benefits as the polycarbonate covers while allowing ventilation and unobstructed natural light. They are just as strong and effective at preventing fall-ins without limiting airflow. The earth tone powder coating on these window well grates will fit in nicely with your landscaping, and, of course, they are easy to open from the inside during emergencies.

These safety grates are durable and will prevent members of your family from accidentally falling into the window well. They allow ventilation and will not obstruct the natural light from entering your basement. They are also easy to open for egress routes. The window well grates are powder coated with an earth tone color that will fit in with your home’s natural landscape. They are suitable for use with our Elite and Premier window wells.

Our grates are 73” x 42”. They are constructed of 1/2” metal tubing and angle iron. They can withstand 500 lbs.

86 Cast in Place Vinyl

Basement Window

Versatile tie slots and lifting pockets built into the plywood brace.

Interior and exterior vinyl unit protected from concrete by tape.

No reusable pouring buck required!

The ready to pour Cast in Place Vinyl

Basement Window comes protected with polystyrene and OSB board.

Available in clear glass and low E. Standard unit sizes are 4040 Egress (47-7/8” x 47-7/8”) and 3220 (31-7/8” x 19-7/8”).

The window includes a durable metal locking system, aluminum half screen with a white frame, insulated weather stripping, brass sash rollers, and weep holes. Both sashes are removable and replaceable.

Durable PVC welded frames, chambered for strength and rigidity.

Frame sizes available in nominal and full dimensions:

7-1/2”, 8”, 9-1/2”, 10”, 11-1/2”, 12”

Full OSB board reinforcement, to resist concrete pressure deflection, provides a full-face nailer capability to secure to forms and protects the sash and screen during the pour. Tie slots provide easy placement of the window when using a flat tie system.

Multilingual Labeling designating top and bottom.

Multiple exterior keyways to lock the window into the concrete.