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Acrow Slim-Lite Soldier SystemGeneral Technical and Application Manual

General Technical and Application Manual

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Product Description Code No. Mass kg (nom.)

ACROW Slim-Lite SoldierSlim-Lite Soldiers are provided in seven basic

sizes with centre holes at 300mm intervals.

The Cee shaped side members are spaced at

nominally 42mm to accommodate ties and bolts.

Holes are provided at the end plates to provide

end-to-end connection.

Slim-Lite Soldier 3.6m







SS36

SS27

SS18

SS15

SS12

SS09

SS06

58.6

44.8

30.8

26.1

21.4

17.0

11.0

1 The photographs/illustrations shown within this brochure are intended as expressing the diversity and possible applications of the product and as such must not be used as assembly instructions.

2 In line with Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding’s commitment to continuous product development and improvement, the information contained in this brochure may be changed without notice.

3 Every effort has been made to give appropriate guidelines for the use of this product, however, Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding Pty Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage suffered by any person acting or refraining from action as a result of this information.

Should the users require any further information or guidance, they are encouraged to contact their local Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding outlet.

ACROW SLIM-LITE Soldier System

UsageMulti use capability as a soldier, vertical shore, raking shore or as a beam.

Slim-Lite Soldiers are an economic and effective answer to crane handled formwork requirements. They can be used with a wide range of forming systems such as timber, aluminium and steel.

A range of accessories allows the soldiers to be used for single lift, full height or jump form either for single or double faced walls formwork applications. Slim-Lite Soldiers are equally useful for construction of circular walls.

Slim-Lite Soldiers can also be used in construction of heavy duty shoring, overhead protection structures and platforms or simply as beams. They are available in different sizes to suit a variety of applications.

Advantages• Open web allows tension ties to be placed at virtually any height.

• Made from high yield steel.

• Compact and light - easy to handle, ideal for confi ned spaces.

• Large range of accessories.

ImportantThe erection and application instructions contained in this brochure are the recommended methods to be adopted when using Slim-Lite Soldier products.

The technical instructions contained in this brochure must be accurately followed to achieve the correct function of the product. Any deviation from the recommended usage will require a separate design and/or verifi cation by Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding Engineering Department, or suitably qualifi ed engineer.

The use and application of the Acrow Slim-Lite Soldier system must be in accordance with AS 3610, Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, approved industry codes of practice and relevant regulatory authority requirements in conjunction with information in this brochure.

The illustrations in these assembly instructions are guidelines only.

The combined use of the Slim-Lite Soldier system with equipment from other suppliers may entail performance problems and therefore is not recommended.

Working Load Limits (WLL) given hereafter, applies to maximum capacity of specifi ed component in application as shown and not assembly as a whole. If in doubt please ask.

Maximum capacities may be limited by other components or assembly. See relevant data or consult with a suitably qualifi ed and experienced engineer. Maximum capacities are only applicable for equipment in good condition and free from defects.

Limit State Conversion Factor = 1.5

Safety WarningIt is recommended that users of the Slim-Lite Soldier system employ and implement appropriate procedures to eliminate or control any risk of musculoskeletal disorder/injury while manually handling Slim-Lite Soldier and its components.

Refer to Code of Practice on manual handling published by the local Workcover Authority or other approved and recognised guidelines for correct and appropriate manual handling procedures.

Typical Section

End Plate of Soldier

Part Elevation

Gross Section

1*

Net Section

2**

t (mm) 3.2 3.2

A (mm2) 1946 1549

Ixx (x 106 mm4) 8.289 8.162

Iyyyy (x 106 mm4) 3.779 3.575

Zxx (x 103 mm3) 97.518 96.026

rxx (mm) 64.71 71.79

ryyyy (mm) 43.69 47.51

Iw (x 109 mm6) 5.694 —

J (x 103 mm4) 6.930 —

ACROW Slim-Lite SoldierSection PropertiesMaterial HA350 to AS 1534

Min. Yield Strength 350 MPa

Min. Tensile Strength 430 MPa

1* Section through solid part

2** Section through 62mm dia hole.

102

170

97

42 dia

21 dia

150

300150

75 75

8585

17 dia 62 dia

25

42

152

170

600

600

600

600

600

600

3600

600

600

600

900

External

Plate

Internal

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ACROW Slim-Lite Soldier System General Technical and Application Manual

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Slim-Lite Adjustable Plumbing BraceWhen walls are sloping and not vertical, then

the Adjustable Working Platform Bracket can be

fi xed to the Slim-Lite Soldier in conjunction with

the Adjustable Plumbing Brace using Universal

Locating Pins. They may also be used to provide

vertical alignment of small forms (the base must

be secured to the ground using suitable anchors

to resist the imposed loads and extra care must

be taken to resist uplift).

They are available in two types, Type 1 and

Type 2.

THTTDB 17.3

Slim-Lite Adjustable Plumbing Brace Type 1

Slim-Lite Adjustable Plumbing Brace Type 2SSPFA

SSAPB2

4.5

9.0

Universal Locating PinAllows a range of accessories to be secured to the

Slim-Lite Soldier. SSLPU 0.2

Connecting Bolts and NutsListed below are the recommended bolts and nuts

for use with the Slim-Lite Soldier System.

THTPT 90.0

M20 x 50mm long bolt

M20 x 100mm long bolt

M20 nut

M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8 bolt

M16 nut, grade 8.8

SSHHBM50

SSHHBM20

SSNM20

SSHBM16-2

SSNM16

0.18

0.34

0.06

0.16

0.03

Slim-Lite Lifting LoopUsed for lifting Slim-Lite Soldier formwork

shutters by bolting to the top of the soldiers using

M20 nuts.

SSLL 1.0


Slim-Lite Fixed Working Platform BracketThis bracket is attached to the Slim-Lite Soldier,

using a Universal Locating Pin, to allow for a

working deck complete with guard rail posts and

guard rails. It accepts three planks plus toe board.

Securing holes are provided in the fl ange.

SSWPBF 10.3

Slim-Lite Adjustable Working Platform BracketFor battered walls and sloping surfaces. This

bracket is secured to the Slim-Lite Soldier (in

conjunction with Adjustable Plumbing Brace) with

Universal Locating Pins to allow for a working

deck complete with guard rail posts and guard

rails. It accepts three planks plus toe board.

Securing holes are provided in the fl ange.

SSWPBA 9.4

Guardrail PostUsed in conjunction with Working Platform

Bracket or Guardrail Post Bracket to provide

connection for guardrails. It is secured in place

with V-Shore Connecting Pin or M16 x 80mm

bolt and nut.

SSHS 4.6

WLL = 7kN

Adjustable

Plumbing Brace Type 1

WLL = 33kN

Adjustable

Plumbing Brace Type 2

Adjustable Plumbing

Brace Type 1

830 - 1305

1150 48.3 CHS

Plumbing Brace

Type 2

Max 6.13kN UDL

867 - 1323

Adjustable Plumbing

Brace Type 2

730

976

730

976

Max 6.13kN UDL

WLL = 20kN

16

Plumbing Brace

Type 1 - @ 460 angle

Max 6.13kN UDL


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Slim-Lite Shoring JackBolted to the end of a Soldier using 4 - M20 x

50mm bolts and nuts. This attachment provides

an adjustment range of 254 to 545 mm.SSSJ 10.4

Slim-Lite Shoring Jack End PlateWhen Slim-Lite Soldiers are used as shoring

in conjunction with Shoring Jacks then this

End Plate can be attached to the Shoring Jack

by use of a M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8 bolt

and nut.

SSSJEP 2.8

Slim-Lite Detachable U-HeadAttaches to Shoring Jack End Plate, incorporating

2 x 14mm dowel pins with 2 x 3mm dia. R-Clips.

See diagram below

SCDUH 4.5


Slim-Lite Thrust JackUsed for vertical plumbing of Slim-Lite Soldier

formwork shutters. They are available in two types,

Type 1 and Type 2.

SSWPBF 10.3

Slim-Lite Thrust Jack Type 1

Slim-Lite Thrust Jack Type 2

SSTJ

SSTJ2

3.2

4.8

Slim-Lite Climbing BracketWhen Slim-Lite Soldiers are used in climbing

shutters these Climbing Brackets can be used to

support shutters and provide vertical adjustment.

Slim-Lite Climbing Wall Connector

Slim-Lite Climbing Soldier Connector

Slim-Lite Climbing Adjusting Screw

SSCWC

SSCSC

SSCAS

7.5

4.7

5.2

WLL

kN

Universal Locating Pin 33

M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8 bolt and nut 45

Note: Capacities are for connections as shown only.

250

400

o/a

Climbing Adjusting Screw

Climbing Soldier Bracket

is connected to Slim-Lite

Soldier with two Universal

Locating Pins.

Min

1000m

m

Anchors to suit

Thrust Jack

WLL = 15 kN

Climbing Soldier Connector

150

180

178

250 o/a

150

200

o/a

18 x 36 slot

Climbing Wall Connector

Range 254-545

5450-291

150

17020

0

17

36

180180

7545

WLL

'B'

WLL

Detachable

U-Head

Shoring Jack

End Plate

M16 x 80mm

long Grade 8.8

bolt & nut

226200

83

Thrust Jack Type 1

is connected to

Slim-Lite Soldier

with one Universal

Locating Pin.

WLL = 26 kN

Thrust Jack Type 1

Thrust Jack Type 2

is connected to

Slim-Lite Soldier

with two Universal

Locating Pins.

WLL = 45 kN

Thrust Jack Type 2

415

290

Thrust Jack Type 1

502

Thrust Jack Type 2

Shoring Jack

EccentricityWLL

kN

0 79

25 53

WLL = 79kN


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Slim-Lite Raker BracketWhen Slim-Lite Soldiers are used as raking shores

these Raking Brackets can be used to attach to

Slim-Lite Soldiers (in conjunction with Pivot Bracket

or Shoring Jack as shown below). They are

available in two types, Type 1 and Type 2.

SSWPBF 10.3

Slim-Lite Raker Bracket Type 1

Slim-Lite Pivot Bracket

Slim-Lite Raker Bracket Type 2

SSRB

SSPB

SSRB2

4.7

2.7

4.3

Type 1 Raker Bracket used with Pivot Bracket

Type 2 Raker Bracket used with Shoring Jack


Slim-Lite Shear BracketUsed for supporting the Slim-Lite Soldier

formwork shutter off suitable ties or She Bolts.

Allows vertical adjustment in 25mm increments in

two positions.

SSSB 10.4

Slim-Lite Heavy Duty JackUsed for heavy loads. Can also be attached to

Slim-Lite Soldier with 4 - M20 x 50mm long bolts

and nuts.

SSHDJ 25.2

Slim-Lite Twin Shore BaseThis Twin Shore Base can be used to connect

Heavy Duty Jack to two Slim-Lite Soldiers using

M20 x 50mm long bolts and nuts.

SSDA 21.2

Slim-Lite Twin Shore Connector PlateUsed to connect two Slim-Lite Soldiers side by

side using M20 x 50mm long bolts and nuts.

SSA 5.0

Ø21

20020010297

360

- 50

0

WLL = 500kN

Ø21

120170

Pivot Bracket

48.3 CHS

WLL

Capacity of connection as shown only.

See charts for values for condition 'A'

and angle

Shoring Jack attached

to Soldier End Plate

using 4 M20 x 50mm

long bolts & nuts.

Raker Bracket Type 2

M16 x 80mm

long Grade 8.8

bolt & nut.

A

Note:

If Head/Base Jack is used instead

of Shoring Jack the charts at right

may be used but the maximum

capacity is limited to 45kN.

A Working Load Limit (WLL)

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90

WL

L ( k

N)

0

0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90

WL

L ( k

N)

0

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

Tw

o M

16 x

80m

m lo

ng

Gra

de

8.8

bo

lts

Tw

o U

nive

rsal

Loca

ting

Pin

s


WLL = 35 kN Capacity of connection as shown only

.

M20 x 100 mm

long bolt & nut

Raker Bracket is connected to

Slim-Lite Soldier with two

Universal Locating Pins

Pivot Bracket attached to

Soldier end plate using

4 M20 x 50mm long

bolts & nuts


Ø22

155

52


150

170

40

18

Ø17

11 x

25 31

5

278

WLL = Refer Page 15.

Heavy Duty Jack

Slim-Lite Soldier

Shear Bracket

is connected to

Slim-Lite Soldier

with two Universal

Locating pins

WLL = 10kN

WLL = 2 x Working Load Limit

as stated on Page 15.

Twin Slim-Lite Soldiers

Twin Shore Base

Twin Shore Connector Plate

Heavy Duty Jack

Twin Shore Base

Ø22

202

370

97

97

120

200UC46

200

203102

Ø22

370

97

97

120

180102


10 11


Slim-Lite Raking Shore BaseUsed with Slim-Lite Soldiers as raking shores in

conjunction with Head/Base Jacks or Shoring

Jacks. Raking shore base must be anchored to

suitable footings. There are available in two types,

Type 1 and Type 2.

Slim-Lite Raking Shore Base Type 1

Slim-Lite Raking Shore Base Type 2SSRSB

SSRSB2

1.3

2.8

Slim-Lite Hinge BracketThe Hinged Bracket comprises two separate

components (male and female brackets) joined

together by a M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8 bolt

and nut. Each component features an end plate

which bolts to the end of a Slim-Lite Soldier.

Slim-Lite Male Hinge Bracket

Slim-Lite Female Hinge BracketSSSMHB

SSSFHB

2.8

2.5


Slim-Lite Head/Base JackWhen Slim-Lite Soldiers are used as shoring

or raking shores these left hand and right hand

threaded jacks can be used for adjustment. Bolted

to the end of a Soldier using 4 - M20 x 50mm long

bolts and nuts.

SSWPBF 10.3

Slim-Lite Head/Base Jack LH

Slim-Lite Head/Base Jack RH

SSHBJLH

SSHBJRH

5.4

5.4

Slim-Lite U-HeadConnects to Head/Base Jack using a Universal

Locating Pin or a M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8

bolt and nut. SSUH 6.0

Slim-Lite Base PlateConnects to Head/Base Jack using a Universal

Locating Pin or a M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8

bolt and nut.SSBPPH 2.0

Note:

WLL refers to the capacity of the connection as shown only. For Soldier capacity

refer page 15.

WLL

kN

Universal Locating Pin 33

M16 x 80mm long Grade 8.8 bolt and nut 45

WLLWLL

Concentric Load

A

WLL

Concentric Load

A

WLL

A

18

40

65

170150

Female Hinge Bracket

Male Hinge Bracket

Raking Shore Base Type 1


WLL = 45kN

WLL = 45kN

M16 x 80mm long

Grade 8.8 bolt & nut

WLL = 17.5kN

18

170150

38

135

100

40

3662

50

110

170

25

17

40

170

100 250

67

18

22 x 35 slot

Ø13

Ø17

Ø18

Ø48.3 OD tube

60 34

Ø21

Ø17

2550

38

480

Ø

Ø

Ø Ø

10

12

48.3 OD tube 17

200230

52

83

WLL = 25kN

Anchors to suit


Universal

Locating Pin

design loads

WLL = 57kNM16 x 80mm long

Grade 8.8 bolt & nut


Anchors to suit

design loads


12 13


Tube Hook BoltUsed to attach 48mm diameter tubular walers to

Slim-Lite Soldiers.

Slim-Lite Hook Bolt Tube

Washer - 75 x 75 x 6 x Ø21SSHBTUB

SSWASHM20

0.62

0.25

Timber Hook BoltUsed to fi x timber walers to Slim-Lite Soldiers.

Slim-Lite Hook Bolt Timber

Washer - 75 x 75 x 6 x Ø17

SSHBTIM

SSWASHM16

1.10

0.25

U-Form Hook BoltUsed when U-Form panels need to be attached to

Slim-Lite Soldiers.

Slim-Lite Hook Bolt U-Form

Washer - 75 x 75 x 6 x Ø13

SSHBUF

SSWASHM12

0.50

0.25


A-Beam ClampClamps Acrow Aluminium Beams to Slim-Lite

Soldier.0.25

Clamp

T Bolt

M12 nut

ABC

ABTB

ABN

U-Form Single ClipJoins scaffold tube to Slim-Lite Soldier.

Loads applicable to one pair of clamps. Tightness of bolts: Snug tight plus 3/4 turn. Snug tight is the tightness attained by the full effort of a person using the fi ngers only.

UFSC 0.62

Gravlock Girder ClampUsed for connecting scaffold tube to Slim-Lite

Soldier.

Loads applicable to one pair of clamps. Minimum tightening torque = 54 Nm. Care must be taken that bolts on Gravlock are long enough to clamp on Soldier.

GGC 1.50

WLL = 6.25kNWLL = 6.25kN

125

265

71

M16 threadM16 Washer

75 x 75 x 6

Torque = 54Nm

WLL = 1.0kN

Slip

75

252

M20 thread

M20 Washer 75 x 75 Tightening

Torque = 54Nm

WLL = 0.5kN

Slip

20 hook boltø

M12 Nut

T Bolt

WLL = 3.5kN WLL = 1.6kN

13

75 x 75 Flat

17

75 x 75 Flat

21

75 x 75 Flat

WLL = 2.5kN

Slip

Load applicable to

one pair of clamps

when used

in pairs


14 15

Slim-Lite Soldier

Bending Moment Capacity

Maximum Reaction, Point Load and Shear

Notes:

Mxx = Maximum Permissible Member Bending

Moment about XX axis

L = Effective Length

Mxx = 20.2 kNm maximum, Section Capacity

Mxx = 8.4 kNm maximum @ Joint

Refer bellow for more information.

R = 65 kN maximum (Bearing Length = 100mm minimum)

V-M interaction and R-M interaction must also be checked, see graphs below.

For member bending capacity see the graph above.

P = 65 kN maximum (Bearing Length = 100mm minimum)

V-M interaction and P-M interaction must also be checked, see graphs below.

For member bending capacity see the graph above.

Note:

Maximum capacities may be limited by other components or assembly. See relevant data or consult with a suitably qualifi ed

and experienced engineer.

Vertical Shore with HD Jack

Axial CompressionWhere Soldier is restrained in both

directions at top and bottom.

Allowance shall be considered for self weight of shore

and attachments to calculate P. ie:

P = (Working Load Limit from Graph)

- (Self Weight of Shore & Attachments).

Working Load Limit shall not exceed the appropriate limit

when used with the following components:

Raking Shore Base Type 2: 57kN

Head/Base Jack (used with M16HT steel bolt): 45kN

Raker and Pivot Brackets: 35kN

Head Base Jack (with mild steel pin): 33kN

Raking Shore Base: 25kN

General Notes:

1 WLL = Working Load Limit, applies to maximum capacity of Slim-Lite Soldier in application as shown and not assembly

as a whole. If in doubt ask.

2 Maximum capacities may be limited by other components or assembly. See relevant data or consult with a qualifi ed and

experienced engineer.

3 Maximum deviation from straightness = L/200, where L is overall length.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Mxx (kN

m)

L (m)

0

10

5

15

20

25y

y

x x

Section Capacity

Shear and Bending Interaction

M - Bending Moment (kNm)

V -

Sh

ear

Fo

rce (kN

)

0 5 10 15 20 250

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

Section Capacity

Web Bending and Crippling Interaction


P o

r R

- P

oin

t L

ad

(kN

)

0 5 10 15 20 250

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

Joint Capacity

Shear and Bending Interaction


V -

Sh

ear

Fo

rce (kN

)

0 2 4 6 8 100

10

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

F = 40

F = 20

F = 0

F = 10

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

10

0

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

150

L (m)

WL

L (kN

)

Eccentricity in Y-Y Direction

y

xx

y

e = 0

e = 10

e = 25

e = 40

e

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

10

0

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

150

L (m)

WL

L (kN

)

Eccentricity in X-X Direction

e = 0

e = 10

e = 25

e = 40

y

y

e

xx

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 810

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

150

Slim-Lite Soldier

Bending about X-X axis

L (m)

WL

L (kN

)

= 900

= 600

= 300

= 00

y

y

xx

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 810

20

30

40

50

60

70

80

90

100

110

120

130

140

150

Slim-Lite Soldier

Bending about Y-Y axis

L (m)

WL

L (kN

)

= 900

= 600

= 300

= 00

y

y

xx

R

V

M

V

V

Joint

F FV

M

M

M

P

V

V

V

Joint

F FV

M

M

P

L

P WLL

P WLL

Raking Shore

Axial Compression or TensionWhere Soldier is restrained in both

directions at top and bottom.L

HD Jack

P WLL

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Acrow Slim-Lite Soldier System...Acrow Formwork & Scaffolding Engineering Department, or suitably qualiﬁ ed engineer. The use and application of the Acrow Slim-Lite Soldier system