Advance Technology of MYVAN Shuttering for High Rise Buildings

Abstract

MYVAN/Mivan aluminium formwork is a repetitive construction technology used for high-rise and mass-housing projects where rapid floor cycles, dimensional consistency and a controlled concrete finish are important. The supplied project material describes a system based on lightweight, high-strength aluminium panels that can be assembled and reused for repeated floor construction. The technology supports monolithic casting of walls and slabs and is associated with smooth concrete surfaces that can reduce the need for extensive plastering. The present project review examines the technology, its objectives, scope, construction methodology, case-study observations, quality implications, cost and efficiency considerations, advantages and limitations, and future applicability. The supplied case study concerns a 23+ storey residential project using aluminium formwork for walls and slabs. A 6–8 day floor cycle is reported for the case study, while the project introduction gives a broader typical range of 7–10 days per floor. Panel reuse of up to 200–300 times is reported. These figures are retained as source-supported observations and are not treated as a controlled experimental comparison. The report expands the supplied project information into a structured engineering document with process diagrams, three-dimensional conceptual models, graphs, technical tables and illustrative calculations. Calculations that require unavailable project-specific inputs are explicitly identified as illustrative methods rather than measured results. The overall discussion shows how repetitive aluminium formwork can support faster construction, consistent finish, reduced finishing dependency and repeated use of formwork panels when the project has suitable repetition and adequate planning.

Introduction

The text explains the use of MYVAN/Mivan aluminium formwork technology in high-rise building construction, focusing on its role in improving construction speed, concrete quality, dimensional accuracy and cost efficiency.

Mivan formwork is a modern construction system developed by the Mivan Company in Malaysia. It uses lightweight, high-strength aluminium panels to construct walls, slabs, beams and columns through coordinated concrete casting. It is particularly suitable for high-rise buildings and mass-housing projects where floor layouts are repetitive.

The technology offers several advantages, including faster construction cycles, smooth concrete surfaces, reduced plastering, consistent dimensions and reusable panels. The supplied project reports a typical construction cycle of 7–10 days per floor, while its 23+ storey residential building case study achieved a reported cycle of 6–8 days per floor. Aluminium panels can reportedly be reused 200–300 times.

The study also compares Mivan formwork with conventional formwork, highlighting the potential reduction in manual labour, material wastage and construction time. Although the initial investment is higher, repeated panel usage can make the system economical for large projects.

The main objectives of the study are:

1. To understand the working principles of Mivan aluminium formwork.

2. To achieve faster and more systematic high-rise construction.

3. To improve concrete surface finish and dimensional accuracy.

4. To promote monolithic construction of walls and slabs.

5. To reduce labour requirements and overall construction costs.

6. To study panel reuse, maintenance and construction-cycle efficiency.

The study concludes that Mivan aluminium formwork is an effective technology for repetitive high-rise construction because it improves construction efficiency, quality and consistency. However, its suitability depends on building design, project size, repetition of floor layouts, initial investment and proper site management.

Conclusion

The project review establishes MYVAN/Mivan aluminium formwork as a construction technology suited to repetitive high-rise and mass-housing work. The supplied project identifies its main characteristics as lightweight aluminium panels, monolithic construction, smooth concrete finish, dimensional consistency, rapid floor cycles and high panel reusability. The case study of a 23+ storey residential project reports a 6–8 day floor cycle, smooth finish with minimal plastering, and overall savings associated with reduced labour, faster completion and less material wastage despite a higher initial investment. These observations are presented as information from the supplied project rather than as independently measured experimental results. From an engineering-process perspective, the main value of the technology lies in repetition. When floor geometry is suitable, the same panel system can be prepared, aligned, inspected, poured, stripped, cleaned and reused in a controlled sequence. This can create a predictable production rhythm and support consistent concrete geometry and finish. The report also identifies the conditions required for successful use: careful planning, accurate alignment, reinforcement coordination, pre-pour inspection, controlled concrete placement, safe de-shuttering, panel maintenance and organized site logistics. The initial investment and dependence on repetition are important limitations that should be considered during project planning. Overall, the supplied evidence supports further application and measurement of MYVAN formwork in repetitive high-rise construction. Future project records should quantify cycle time, labour, material wastage, finishing work, panel reuse and lifecycle cost so that the qualitative benefits identified in this project can be evaluated with measured data.

References

[1] C. Sivamanicame, “Advance Technology of MYVAN Shuttering for High Rise Buildings”, project report material (presentation format), Department of Civil Engineering, Sanketika Vidya Parishad Engineering College. [2] Project-source observations on MYVAN/Mivan aluminium formwork, construction methodology, case study, quality, cost and reuse, as contained in the supplied project material. [3] Case-study description (23+ storey residential building, Panvel, Mumbai) and site views described in the supplied project material. [4] Bureau of Indian Standards, “IS 456:2000 — Plain and Reinforced Concrete — Code of Practice”, New Delhi, 2000. [5] Bureau of Indian Standards, “IS 14687:1999 — Falsework for Concrete Structures — Guidelines”, New Delhi, 1999. [6] American Concrete Institute, “ACI 347R-14 — Guide to Formwork for Concrete”, Farmington Hills, MI, 2014.

Copyright

Copyright © 2026 Dr. Madhuri Malpuru, C. Sivamanicame. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.