⚒ Forms for paving slabs: types and order of manufacturing

Use form paving slabs You can independently produce high-quality material for processing tracks. Manufacturers offer finished products of various sizes and configurations. In the absence of a suitable embodiment, the shape can be made independently. We offer to meet with the existing species and the order of acts.

Variety of preprinted forms for paving slabs

Manufacturers offer a wide range of ready-made forms, differing in the number of signs. We offer to meet with the main species that make it easier to choose the appropriate option.

According to the method of manufacture of tiles

tiles are made by casting or molding. The latter method involves the use of solid matrices, to withstand heavy loads. Casting does not impose higher requirements used a snap. any container can be used for the manufacture of molded tiles.

According to the matrix material manufacturing

For the manufacture of various forms of material may be used. This matrix defines the service life, ease of its use and the quality of the resulting paving slabs. We offer to meet with the main species and their distinctive features.

hard

These parts are ideal geometry. Due to this, Pavement exactly repeats the shape of the matrix. With their help, a large number of molded products. For their manufacture is used:

1. Metal. It allows us to produce a large number of products without increased requirements for external paving slabs mind. The latter has no pattern or other décor. Such a matrix is ​​performed collapsible.
2. Fiberglass. Optimal variant for the formation of large tiles with a surface of low quality.
3. Polystyrene. Resilient material is substantially not exposed to deformation. It holds its shape well. It allows to form a tile with a smooth glossy surface. The matrices are characterized by high cost.

flexible

Such products are quite soft. Due to this, a clear image is formed on the finished paving slabs. However, their lifespan significantly limited. Most often purchased to manufacture small quantities of articles with a beautiful pattern.

For their manufacture is used:

1. Rubber. Finds limited use. The matrices are characterized by high cost. It involves the use of additional equipment for the production of paving slabs. Require special treatment after every use.
2. silicone. These forms accurately convey the pattern. However, due to the low strength characteristics of such matrices are used primarily for the manufacture of small products.
3. Polyurethane. It allows you to create a variety of patterns. Withstand a large number of cycles. Suitable for manufacturing of paving tiles of different materials. It has a high cost.

semi-rigid

Are intermediate between the two previous embodiments. Allow to make beautiful paving slabs and at the same time maintained a large number of cycles. In an industrial scale are made of form:

1. ABS. The form has a smooth surface. Withstand shock loads. Saves configuration with a substantial temperature change. For products of reusable wall thickness of 1.4-2.2 mm.
2. PVC plastic. It is cheaper than the previous embodiment, but is less durable because of the relatively small wall thickness. Total 0.7-1.2 mm.

According to the configuration and size of the form

Relatively recently the whole pavement tiles had the same shape and size. Today, manufacturers offer a matrix for the production of elements in the form of:

• paving stones;
• classic tiles;
• Modules of various sizes and configurations, allowing to form a coherent web with a beautiful pattern;
• products with locks;
• Tile an arbitrary, abstract form.

The size of the products may be any. You can select a square shape with a side of 10 cm or 60 cm. Available and other options.

Advantages and disadvantages

The advantages of ready-made and home-made molds for the manufacture of tiles is attributed:

The disadvantage is the risk of violations of technology solution preparation or manufacture of tiles, which can cause premature failure of components.

Requirements for forms for paving slabs

To get a high-quality and uniform coating on the sidewalk path about country house, The form for the manufacture of tiles must meet several requirements. Such products must:

• have a stable size and shape. As a rule, to improve performance at the same time acquired several forms. All matrices must be completely identical in geometric parameters;
• have a compressive strength of at least 700 kg / cm²;
• to form a clear mark on the finished product while maintaining the characteristic of the relief;
• be durable. The qualitative form must withstand more than 1000 manufacturing of paving slab cycles;
• have low water absorption. This parameter should not exceed 2%;
• have low abrasion;
• allows to manufacture paving tiles with a minimum of marriage;
• be available at a cost.

Attention! Mold for manufacturing of paving slab must be strong, durable and affordable.

Choosing a form of paving slabs: important points

To acquired Matrix allowed to make high-quality tile when selecting a suitable option should pay attention to:

• product configuration. They must have the correct geometry. Especially if they have a form of regular shapes: square or rectangle;
• the presence of additional stiffeners. Such a product will retain the configuration under the influence of the poured concrete solution;
• thickness;
• the presence of rounded corners. Such a form easily removed from the finished paving slabs, and therefore will last much longer;
• the presence of the certificate confirming the quality of the product;
• tile design. Its configuration and pattern should comply with the overall clearance portion.

Independent production molds for paving slabs

If you find a ready-made form of a suitable size and design is not possible, it can be made with your own hands. The sequence of operations and the final result will depend on the materials used. We offer to meet with possible variants.

Wood

For the manufacture of wooden forms should be prepared:

• bars not less than 15 mm thick;
• screws or nails;
• joiner's tools;
• measuring tool.

matrix manufacturing process consists of the following sequence:

• We manufacture elements in accordance with the designed circuit;
• spread on a flat surface shape of the cut parts to check their conformity;
• remove all the irregularities;
• connect the elements together by means of screws or nails.

Tip! Cover the manufactured product with paint in order to increase service life.

More detailed information on work performance technology can be found in the following video:

Metal

If you decide to make a metal mold, the products are made in the following sequence:

Illustration	Description of the action
	of metal profile with suitable transversal size of the cut pieces of required length, which depends on the desired area and future tile configuration
	On the outer side of the profile make three incisions at regular intervals, and another at the same distance, leaving a small "tail". On the inside of the element must remain intact, to provide sufficient rigidity and strength of the finished matrix
	In places lancing part bends to make it easier to perform further processing
	Bend the outer wall to increase the rigidity of the finished product and to avoid injuries in the course of work
	Bottom profile. It turns out a square or diamond-shaped form, which can be used for manufacturing of paving slab

In the presence of welding machine possible to produce more complex matrix. For this, first cut the metal elements and then ensure correct spatial position are welded together. In more detail the manufacturing process can be seen in the following video:

Gypsum

For the manufacture of gypsum matrix must be kept in stock:

• the tiles that will be used as a model;
• grease: Vaseline or butter;
• pruning for manufacturing formwork.

Works are carried out in the following sequence:

Illustration	Description of the action
	The tile used as a model, set on a flat surface, after having laid a sheet of plastic material
	Manufacture of wooden beams formwork, the size of which must be greater than the dimensions of the laid tiles. Firmly connecting member together to prevent leakage of the solution. Tile and formwork coated with a lubricant layer
	Prepare solution. Fill it into the mold, completely covering the folded form. Mix the solution in order to achieve uniformity and to remove air cushions
	Waiting for complete hardening, remove the formwork and takes shape. Must act extremely careful not to disturb the integrity of the gypsum matrix

Plastic

Process for producing a plastic matrix similar to that described above. In this case, the model is placed in a wooden formwork, and the free space is filled with molten plastic. Of this material manages to form the shape of various shapes and sizes.

Special equipment is required for the manufacture of an array of plastic sheet. We offer watch the following video to understand the intricacies of the process:

silicone

You can also use silicone sealant for the manufacture of a matrix. Creation process is as follows:

Illustration	Description of the action
	From scrap materials produce formwork, into which is placed the tile that serves as a model. Between the formwork walls and tiles should be about 2 cm. The model also should be 2 cm below. The free space is filled with silicone sealant
	Using a spatula spread the composition over the surface. Cover with construction paper on top, put a flat piece of wood and put under pressure until dry. As the latter can use clamp
	After waiting the required period, dismantle the formwork. Silicone molds gently extract

Polyurethane

process of manufacturing polyurethane matrices has certain nuances. We offer watch the following video to better understand the intricacies of the process;

Possible errors and remedies in the manufacture of molds for paving slabs

Incorrect configuration of the matrix may cause its premature failure. To avoid this, it is necessary in advance to get acquainted with the typical mistakes made by novice masters. These include:

• casting jamming during demoulding. The reason for this negative phenomenon becomes incorrect inclination of the walls of the matrix. It should be made out;
• the destruction of the form after filling it with a solution. The reason may be a small wall thickness of the matrix. To rectify the situation by strengthening can form on the outside;
• reconfiguration of plaster or wood matrix after a certain period of use. The reason is damaged paint on the inner surface. It is necessary to restore its integrity.

Share in the comments, if you ever had to use a form for the production of paving slabs. Are you satisfied with the result been?

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