Formwork Solutions Concrete is one of the most versatile and widely used building materials in the world. It is used to build a variety of structures, from skyscrapers and bridges to monuments and dams. However, concrete cannot stand alone. It must be poured into a specific type of mold. This is where templates come in. What is formwork? Formwork is a mold for pouring and shaping fresh concrete. Formwork, which can be permanent or temporary, holds poured concrete and shapes it until it sets and becomes strong enough to support itself and other loads. Formwork is also called "shuttering". However, in some parts of the world, formwork refers to the use of plywood or wood to create molds. Formwork systems can be classified based on the following parameters: Type of material used to make the mold (plastic, steel, wood, aluminum) Types of concrete structures it supports (slabs, columns, walls)