Acrowpowershore30 Feb2024 Issueb

TECHNICAL GUIDE
ACROW POWERSHORE 30
FALSEWORK & SHORING

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DOCUMENT NO: ACROWPOWERSHORE30_FEB2024_ISSUEB
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POWERSHORE 30
Technical Manual Release Notes
This page is intended to record all changes to the POWERSHORE 30 technical manual pages.
Changes or additions to this manual will be itemised with a brief description and date when the
amendments were made.
ISSUE DATE Amendment Description

A SEPT 2023 First Release
B FEB 2024 Second Release
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POWERSHORE 30
Contents
1. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1.1
System Description 1.1
Purpose of the Document 1.1
Safety Information 1.1
Safety Information Cont. 1.2
Important Information 1.2
Disclaimer1.2
Applicable Codes and Standards 1.2
2. GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION 2.1

Powershore 30 Components 2.2
Powershore 30 Components 2.3
3. WORKING LOAD LIMITS (WLL) 3.1

Geometrical Considerations 3.2
Summary of Load Charts 3.3
Example3.4
Top Unrestrained & Bottom Restrained 2 Horizontal Frame Levels 3.5
Top & Bottom Restrained 2 Horizontal Frame Levels 3.9
Single Prop - Top & Bottom Restrained 3.13
Hop Up WLL 3.14
Wedge Jacks 3.14
4. SYSTEM DETAILS 4.1

Single Props 4.2
Adjustable Base 4.2
Wedge Jacks 4.2
Hop Up Bracket 4.3
U-Head Attachment 4.3
5. ASSEMBLY DETAILS 5.1

Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method A 5.2
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method A 5.3
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method B 5.4
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method B 5.5
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Method A/B Continued 5.6

Recommended crane lifting points 5.6
Dismantling the Tower 5.7
Dismantling the Tower 5.8
6. TRANSPORT & HANDLING 6.1

Powershore Standards Stillage 6.2
Horizontal Bracing Frames Stillage 6.3
Corner Braces / 600 Tie Bar / Connectors Stillage 6.4
Adjustable Bases Stillage 6.5
Wedge Jack Stillage 6.6
Base Plate / U-head Attachment Stillage 6.7
7. MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION 7.1

Powershore Adjustable Base 7.2
Powershore Base Plate 7.3
Powershore Brace Frame 7.4
Powershore Connector 7.5
Powershore Corner Brace 7.6
Powershore Tie Bar 7.7
Powershore U-Head 7.8
Powershore Wedge Jack 7.9
Powershore Leg 7.10
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POWERSHORE 30
1. Technical Speciffications
System Description
The Acrow POWERSHORE 30 is a high load shoring system that provides a fast, efficient and versatile
supporting structure. The simplicity of the coupling of strong vertical Standards joined together by
Horizontal Bracing Frames enables towers to be easily and safely erected.
Standards are joined together using a rigid full strength Standard Connector. Corner braces are attached
at apposing corners and alternated between each level to maintain squareness and rigidity of the tower
throughout its height.
Adjustable Bases at the bottom of the tower and Adjustable Bases with U-head attachments at the top
of the tower provide infinite height adjustment. These Adjustable Bases can be braced with a Bracing
Frame as required. The built in strength of each individual component contributes to construction of a
support tower capable of supporting leg load in excess of 300 kN based on tower and bracing frame
configuration.
Acrow POWERSHORE 30 Towers can be configured to support loads up to 1200 kN per tower.
Purpose of the Document

The purpose of this document is to provide guidelines for design, safe handling, transport and installation
of the POWERSHORE 30 system.
The document also outlines the various components of the system and it features illustrations, working
load limits, typical assembly arrangements and safe transport and handling measures.
The information contained in this document is provided as a general guide only and does not replace
the need for the design to be reviewed and checked by a qualified person in the field of temporary works
design and installation, concrete, steel, building construction and services.
This material has been prepared in the context of relevant Australian Standards and the National
Construction Code (NCC). Users should make themselves aware of any recent changes to these
documents referred to therein and to local variations or requirements.
This document is NOT a substitute for site-specific Safe Operation Procedures. It is the Installation
Contractors responsibility to prepare safe work method statements and observe and comply with site
specific health and safety regulations, standards and policies.
Acrow has dedicated engineering services available for project assistance. We can provide design
support for clients to determine the best way to specify and document POWERSHORE 30. Our
technical experts can identify the most efficient temporary work design meeting project requirements,
specifications and installation process.
Should the users require any further information or guidance, they are encouraged to contact their local
Acrow branch.
Safety Information
This safety information is to draw the user’s attention to possible musculoskeletal disorders as a result of
manual handling during assembly and dismantling of the POWERSHORE 30 system
It is recommended that users of the POWERSHORE 30 system employ and implement appropriate
procedures and control measures to eliminate or control any risk of Musculoskeletal disorder/injury while
handling.
1.1
POWERSHORE 30
1. Technical Specifications
Safety Information Cont.

Refer to the Code of Practice on manual handling published by local Workcover Authority or other
approved and recognised guidelines for correct and appropriate manual handling procedures.
Important Information
The erection and application instructions contained in this manual are the recommended methods to be
used for POWERSHORE 30 products.
The technical function related instructions must be accurately followed to obtain the correct performance
of the product. Any deviation from the recommended usage will require a separate design and/or
verification by Acrow Engineering.
The safe use and application of the system must be in accordance with Australian Standard AS 3610
Formwork for Concrete, Occupational Health & Safety regulations, approved industry codes of practice
and relevant regulatory authority requirements.
The illustrations in these assembly configurations are minimum guidelines only.
The combined use of the POWERSHORE 30 system with equipment from other suppliers may entail
performance issues and therefore requires a design check and/or verification by Acrow Engineering or a
qualified experienced engineer.
Hazard Identification/Risk Assessments for the erection and dismantling of the system are available
from Acrow branches. Site specific Hazard and Risk assessments may need to be generated for specific
projects.
Disclaimer
1. The photographs/illustrations shown within this manual 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 commitment to continuous product development and improvement, the information
contained in this manual may be changed without notice. Please confirm with Acrow Engineering for
latest update.
3. While all reasonable effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy and adequacy of the information
contained herein, Acrow, accepts no responsibility or liability for any loss or damage suffered by any
person acting or refraining from action as a result of this information.
Should users require any expert assistance, they are encouraged to contact Acrow Engineering
department.
Applicable Codes and Standards

The structural design information and guide provided in this document are limited to the relevant codes
nominated below. It does not include certification of any structures or works associated with a project.
ELEMENT DESCRIPTION CODE
Structural Design Actions – General Principles AS/NZS 1170.0-2002

LOADING Structural Design Actions – Permanent, Imposed And Other Actions AS/NZS 1170.1-2002
Structural Design Actions – Wind Actions AS/NZS 1170.2-2002
Formwork for Concrete AS 3610-1995
FORMWORK
Formwork for Concrete Part 1- Specifications AS 3610.1-2018
1.2
POWERSHORE 30
2. GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION
2.1
POWERSHORE 30
2. General Product Information
Powershore 30 Components
PRODUCT
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION MASS (kg)
CODE
Acrow Powershore Standards
1200 Standard APSS12 26.0

Acrow Powershore Horizontal Bracing Frames
900 Hoz. Bracing Frame APSF09 24.0

Acrow Powershore Corner Brace
355mm Corner Brace APSCB 2.2
Acrow Powershore 600 Tie Bar
600 Tie Bar APSTB06 5.0
Acrow Powershore Wedge Jack
50T Wedge Jack WJ50T 12.5

(50T Wedge Jack) (100T Wedge Jack) 100T Wedge Jack WJ100T 53.3
Acrow Powershore Base Plate
Base Plate APSBP 16.5
Acrow Powershore U-Head Attachment
U-Head Attachment APSUH 4.5
Acrow Powershore Standard Connector
Standard Connector APSC 10.0
2.2
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2. General Product Information
Powershore 30 Components
PRODUCT
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION MASS (kg)
CODE
Acrow Powershore Adjustable Base
Adjustable Base APSSJ 51.0
Acrow Powershore Hop Up Bracket
Hop-up Bracket APSHUB 9.4
2.3
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3. WORKING LOAD LIMITS (WLL)
3.1
POWERSHORE 30
3. Working Load Limits (WLL)
Geometrical Considerations
Towers:
Two different cases have been considered:
• Case 1: Top unrestrained, bottom restrained towers.
• Case 2: Top and bottom restrained towers.
For each case, different configurations have been checked depending on:
Plan dimension: 1.2 m x 1.2 m

• 1.8 m x 1.8 m
• 2.4 m x 2.4 m
• 3.0 m x 3.0 m
Height is measured from the top to bottom of the tower including adjustable bases. In the top unrestrained
condition (ie. case 1) the stability of the load to be supported by Acrow Powershore 30 must be considered
to ensure that it does not have adverse effect on the load capacity of the Acrow Powershore 30 towers.
Generally, overall height is measured from top to bottom of the tower including adjustable bases. However
when stability of the load may be questionable, it would be appropriate to consider the overall height of
the tower to be from the top of unrestrained load to the bottom restrained point of the tower, in case 1 and
check load capacity from the chart for total height.
In the top & bottom restrained condition (ie. Case 2) the overall height of the tower would be the distance
between the restrained points.
Horizontal Bracing frames – the number of horizontal Bracing Frames depends on the tower height , the
maximum distance between Bracing Frames shall not exceed 2.4m:
Tower Height Minimum Horizontal Bracing Frame Levels

4.6 - 5.8m 2
5.8 - 8.8m 3
8.8 - 11.8m 4
11.8 - 14.8m 5
Load charts on following pages provide working load capacities for towers from 4.6 metres to 14.8 metres
high and for all available plan configuration.
Single Leg Props:

When Acrow Powershore 30 is used as a single leg prop the boundary conditions at the top & bottom of the
prop are considered as being restrained. The chart on page 19 provides working load capacities for prop
height range of 2.8m-10.0m including overall adjustable base extensions.
3.2
POWERSHORE 30
Summary of Load Charts
Top unrestrained, bottom restained:

Height 4.6 to 5.8 metres. 2 horizontal frame levels
Top & bottom restrained:

Single Leg Prop. Height 2.8 to 10.0 metres
• Limit State Load Factor = 1.5

• Towers must be supported on suitably rigid footings to be designed by client.
3.3
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Example
Case: Top unrestrained, bottom restrained

PowerShore 30 Tower overall height (including jacks and unrestrained load) = 8.0m
Plan dimension: 1.80 x 2.40m
• Height 8.0m — 5.80 < 8.0m < 8.80m — 3 horizontal frame levels
• Top unrestrained
• Plan Dimension: 1.80m x 2.40m — 1.80 curve
From Load Chart on Page 3.6

Tower H = 7.60 m — W.L.L. = 142.5 kN
Tower H = 8.20 m — W.L.L. = 130.0 kN
Linear interpolation for overall height of tower & unrestrained load of 8.0m with tower plan
dimensions of 1.80 x 2.40 m:
Q =(142.5 - 130.0) x (8.2 - 8.0)

+ 130 = 134.2kN
(8.2 - 7.6)
3.4
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Top Unrestrained & Bottom Restrained 2 Horizontal Frame Levels
Height from 4.60m - 5.80m

Axial Compressive Load Limit per Leg (kN), Q
Tower Height (m)
3.5
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Tower Height (m)
3.6
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Tower Height (m)
3.7
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Tower Height (m)
3.8
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Top & Bottom Restrained 2 Horizontal Frame Levels

Tower Height (m)
3.9
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Tower Height (m)
3.10
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Tower Height (m)
3.11
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Tower Height (m)
3.12
POWERSHORE 30
Single Prop - Top & Bottom Restrained

Tower Height (m)
3.13
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Hop Up WLL
5.0 kN/m
Suitable deck on frame
Ensure tower is
designed for cantilever
loads
900mm gate
Wedge Jacks
100 T
50 T
50T Wedge Jack 100T Wedge Jack
WLL = 450kN (concentric) WLL = 1000kN (concentric)

LSCF = 1.4 LSCF = 1.4
3.14
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4. SYSTEM DETAILS
4.1
POWERSHORE 30
4. System Details
Single Props
Ø133
Internal
Ø120.4
= 600 600 =
Length Product Code
1200 Standard APSS12
Adjustable Base
Adjustable to 250 - 850mm
1135mm
Ø18mm
20mm in from edge to ctr of hole
30 =
0 = 0
30
Wedge Jacks
4 x Ø16mm
30 40
160 0 250 0 0
105 33 30
0
Height Height
80 - 130 182 - 272
Ø25mm
M16 Tapped Holes
4 x Ø13mm
50T Wedge Jack 100T Wedge Jack
4.2
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4. System Details
Hop Up Bracket
36
7.2
Internal Ø53.1mm
External Ø60.3mm
Ø18mm suitable for Ø16mm

podger pin
30mm radius
U-Head Attachment
2 30
22 0
Counter sunk hole

Ø18mm
26
0
210
4.3
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5. ASSEMBLY DETAILS
5.1
POWERSHORE 30
5. Assembly Details
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method A
240
0m
m
Before commencing, ensure the area set aside to erect
the towers is sufficiently large enough to allow for clear
access around the tower segments. There must also be m
0m
an area in which the completed tower segments can 120
be stored near the assembly area. Stand 4 Powershore
Adjustable Bases on the ground spaced apart at the
required grid of 2400 x 1200.
Standards
Place Powershore Standards over the top of two
adjacent adjustable Bases. The Standards must be
held to prevent them from falling.
2400mm brace
frame
Connect a 2400 Powershore Horizontal Bracing Frame

to join two Standards. The Standards must be held until
the next step is completed otherwise they can become
unstable.
1200mm brace
frame
Place a third Standard over one of the remaining

adjustable braces and connect a 1200 Powershore
Horizontal Bracing Frame to join up the third Standard
to its adjacent Standard. The assembly will then be free
standing. (Excluding un-restrained jack and standards)
5.2
POWERSHORE 30
5. Assembly Details
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method A
2400mm brace
frame
Place the remaining Standard over the remaining

Adjustable Base and connect a 2400 Horizontal
Bracing Frame to join up the fourth Standard.
1200mm brace
frame
Connect the remaining 1200 Horizontal Bracing

Frame to complete the bottom section of the tower.
Corner Braces Connector
Connect two Powershore Corner Braces in opposing

corners. Insert a Powershore Standard Connector in
the end of each Standard and lock in position.
The assembly is now complete and ready for final

assembly with the mid section/s and top section
assemblies.
5.3
POWERSHORE 30
5. Assembly Details
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method B
Standards
Before commencing ensure the area set aside to erect
the towers is sufficiently large enough to allow for clear Timber
access around the tower segments. There must also Bearers
be an area in which the completed tower segments
can be stored near the assembly area. Place a grid of
timber bearers on the ground to provide a height from
the top of the top bearer to the ground of 330mm or
greater and place 2 Powershore Standards on top of
the bearers spacing the Standards 2400 apart.
Min 330mm
Connect a 2400 Powershore Horizontal Bracing 2400mm brace

Frame to join the 2 Standards in the position shown frame
on Acrow drawing. Timber bearers are omitted for
clarity.
1200mm brace
frame
Connect a 1200 Powershore Horizontal Bracing

Frame to each standard.
Standards
Connect Standards to the top of the 2 vertically

standing Horizontal Bracing Frames.
5.4
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5. Assembly Details
Assembling the Powershore Shoring System - Method B
Connect the remaining 2400 Horizontal Bracing 2400mm brace

Frame to complete the base section of the tower. frame
Connect the 2 Powershore Corner Braces in opposing

corners.
Corner Braces
Insert an Adjustable Base into the lower

end of each Standard and lock into
position using adjustable bolts. Insert a Adjustable
Powershore Standard Connector in the Base
top end of each Standard and lock in
position.
Connector
Standard
Standard
A Rotate
Locking to lock to Adjustable
Standards Adjustable
Mechanism Base Bolts
Base
tightens into
Standard
Standard
The assembly can now be lifted by the crane to

stand upright.
The assembly is now complete and ready for final

assembly with the mid section/s and top section
assemblies.
5.5
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5. Assembly Details
Method A/B Continued
This process is repeated to construct the mid section of the tower (but without the Adjustable Bases) and
the top section of the tower taking care to install the Corner Braces in opposite corners to the lower section
of the tower so that the tower when assembled will have alternating corner braces. Install a Powershore
Standard Connector in the top end of each standard in the mid section unit and place an Adjustable Base
complete with U-head attachment in the top of each Standard in the top section unit.
U-Head
Adjustable
Standard Connectors Bases in
in ends of all standards ends of all
Standards
Base Section Assembly Mid Section Assembly Top Section Assembly
U-Head &
M16 Countersunk bolt Adjustable
Bases in
U-Head Attachment ends of all
Standards
M16 Nut
Adjustable Bases
Recommended crane lifting points
For single Standard 4 legged towers:

Wrap under U clusters below top chord of
bracing frames with 4 flat/webbing slings.
Pick up from inside the tower with min 60
degree angle to horizontal.
Lifting Point
5.6
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5. Assembly Details
Dismantling the Tower
Soffit
The Powershore towers supporting the slab soffit formwork were put in place as a
completed tower, however each segment of the tower will have to be individually
removed.
Lower the U-head Adjustable Bases sufficiently to allow plywood, joists and
bearers to be removed.
Strip and remove the soffit formwork, working off a platform located on the
bottom chord of the top horizontal Bracing frames or other suitable platforms.
Base
After removal of the soffit formwork check there is at least 400mm of clearance
between the top of the Uhead and the underside of the slab. If there is not
enough clearance lower the U-head Adjustable Base. The clearance is
necessary for the top section of the tower to be lifted clear of the Standard
Connectors to remove it.
The locking
A mechanism of the Standard Connectors must be deactivated to enable the segments of the
tower to be removed.
Standard
A Rotate
A to unlock from Standards
Locking
Mechanism
Standard
5.7
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5. Assembly Details
Dismantling the Tower
Remove Top Section
Using mechanical means such as a forklift, lift the top section

of the tower clear of the Standard Connectors of the lower
section and remove it to a dismantling area.
Repeat this process to remove all other sections of the tower.
Each section of the tower can now be dismantled by hand or with the assistance
of mechanical means. During dismantling ensure each section of the tower
remains stable. While removingA the bracing frames and as the Standards become
unstable it is important that they are held individually to prevent from falling.
Stack the components in a manner to enable them to be safely removed from site.
Hold other legs as assembly dismantled
If the tower is only 2 Standards high then depending on the size of the forklift it may be removed as a
complete unit. The clearance then required between the top of the U-head and the underside of the slab
would only need to be approx 200mm.
5.8
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6. TRANSPORT & HANDLING
6.1
POWERSHORE 30
6. Transport & Handling
Powershore Standards Stillage
The Acrow stillage is used to store a set number of items per a stillage. Items should be stored in a particular
way to prevent them from falling off the stillage.
The recommended method and process is:
• Stack items next to and on top to each other.

• Only pack and stack similar matching lengths per stillage. Do not mix different sizes or types in one
stillage.
• Ensure every stillage load does not exceed the advised table below.
• Secure assembled items onto stillage by using at least two straps or plastic wrapped for enclosed
stillages (two straps for enclosed stillage not applicable).
• Refer to Acrow Scaffold Stillage Transport and Manual Handling Document for further stacking and
transport recommendations.
UNIT MASS QTY / TOTAL MASS / ACROW

DESCRIPTION
(KG) STILLAGE STILLAGE (KG) STILLAGE TYPE
1200mm Standard 26.0 20 520.0 MP

1800mm Standard 39.0 20 780.0 SP
2400mm Standard 52.0 20 1040.0 SP
3000mm Standard 65.0 20 1300.0 SP
6.2
POWERSHORE 30
Horizontal Bracing Frames Stillage

stillage.

DESCRIPTION
900 Hoz. Bracing Frame 24.0 15 360.0 MP

1200 Hoz. Bracing Frame 31.0 15 465.0 MP
1800 Hoz. Bracing Frame 41.0 15 615.0 SP
6.3
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Corner Braces / 600 Tie Bar / Connectors Stillage

stillage.

DESCRIPTION
Corner Brace 2.2 230 506.0 MEP

600mm Tie Bar 5.0 100 500.0 MEP
Standard Connector 10.0 70 700.0 MEP
6.4
POWERSHORE 30
Adjustable Bases Stillage

stillage.

DESCRIPTION
Adjustable Base 51.0 20 1020.0 SP
6.5
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Wedge Jack Stillage

stillage.

DESCRIPTION
Wedge Jack 12.5 60 750 MP
6.6
POWERSHORE 30
Base Plate / U-head Attachment Stillage

stillage.

DESCRIPTION
Base Plate 16.5 50 825 MEP

U-Head Attachment 4.5 200 900 MEP
6.7
POWERSHORE 30
7. MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION
7.1
POWERSHORE 30
7. Maintenance & Inspection
Powershore Adjustable Base
Concrete deposits. Clean Check shaft is not bent. If bent,

concrete deposits from base isolate and send to workshop for
plate and threaded area repair
Check nut handles not bent or

damaged. If bent or damaged,
Check nuts runs freely. If not oil and isolate and send to workshop for
check thread for any obstruction and repair
clear. If still not running freely isolate
and send to workshop for repair
Check base head is not bent or

damaged. If bent or damaged,
isolate and send to workshop for
repair
Check welds not cracked. If cracked,
rewelding
Inspection
Generally, visual inspection checking for the possible faults listed below.
POSSIBLE FAULTS DAMAGE LIMITS FOR REPAIR RECOMMENDED ACTION

Build up of concrete or other matter No build up permitted on base plate Remove build up with wire brush and
or stem particularly on thread scraper, clean threads and oil
Cracked welds on base head Cracked welds are not permitted Grind off welds and re-weld. Refer
Work Instruction
Nut not running freely Nut must run freely along full length of Remove any obstruction in thread,
the shaft thread oil and free up ,if not possible then
replace nut
Nut with broken or cracked handles Handles must be intact Replace nut
Shaft is bent Shaft must be straight Straighten if possible ensure nut runs
freely up and down full length of shaft
after straightening. If not possible to
straighten or nut does not run freely
then scrap.
Base head is bent Base head must be straight and at Remove base head and repair if not
right angles to shaft possible then scrap and replace with
a new base head
Note: When re-welding cracked welds Work Instruction WI-GE-100 details must be followed
7.2
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore Base Plate
Concrete deposits. Remove all

deposits Check stem is straight. If bent
isolate and send to Workshop
for repair
Check welds not cracked or

broken. If cracked or broken, isolate Plate is bent or twisted. If bent
and send to Workshop for re-weld or twisted isolate and send to
workshop for repair
Inspection

Build up of concrete or other matter Base plate must be clear of all Remove all concrete build up with
concrete wire brush and clean threads
Stem bent or damaged Stem must be straight and square to Straighten or replace
base plate
Cracked welds at base of stem Cracked welds not permitted Grind and re-weld. Refer Work
Instruction
End plate is bent or twisted End plate must be straight and at Straighten if possible otherwise scrap
right angles to stem
7.3
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore Brace Frame
Concrete deposits on Brace

Frame. Clean deposits off truss
Check welds for breaks or cracks. If
ensuring end connections are
cracked or broken, isolate and send
clean
to workshop for rewelding
Check Brace Frame is not bent

or twisted. If bent, isolate and
send to workshop for repair
Check end connections at each
end are not damaged or missing
components. If damaged or Check for any damaged or bent
components missing then isolate truss members. If bent or damaged,
and send to workshop for repair isolate and send to workshop for
repair
Inspection

Build up of concrete or other matter No build up permitted on truss Remove build up with wire brush and/
members. All end connections must or chipping hammer
be clear of any concrete
Bracing Frame bent or twisted Bracing Frame must be straight and Straighten if possible otherwise scrap
free of twist See WI-GE-103 for reference
Damaged end connections or missing End connections must be intact with Repair or replace any damaged ends
components all components and replace any missing components
Cracked welds on Brace Frame Cracked welds not permitted Grind back cracked welds then re-
members weld
Truss members damaged or bent Truss members must be straight and Straighten members or replace
undamaged
7.4
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore Connector
Concrete deposits on Connector.

Check welds are intact. If not isolate
Clean deposits off connector.
and send to workshop for rewelding
Check washer is flat and at right Check connector is straight. If bent or

angles to stem. If not, isolate and send twisted, please scrap
to workshop for repair
Inspection

Connector is bent or twisted Connector must be straight Scrap* (* See WI-GE-103)
Welds are broken or cracked Welds must be intact Grind back and reweld* (* See WI-
GE-100)
Washer is bent Washer must be straight and at right Straighten if possible, otherwise
angles to stem scrap* (* See WI-GE-103)
Concrete deposits on Connector Connector must be free of concrete Clean concrete off connector
especially around the washer area
Components are missing and/or are Components must be intact and not Straighten and repair if not possible
bent bent or out of shape then scrap
7.5
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Powershore Corner Brace
Check couplers are intact and in working

Concrete deposits on Corner Brace. Clean order If not intact and/or are not able
concrete off Corner Brace ensuring mating to be tightened isolate and send to
surfaces of couplers are clean workshop for repair

Check Corner Brace is straight. If bent or
twisted, isolate and send to workshop for
repair
Inspection

Corner brace is bent or twisted Corner Brace must be straight Straighten if possible otherwise
Scrap* (* See WI-GE-103)
GE-100)
Concrete deposits on Corner Brace Corner Brace must be free of concrete Clean concrete off connector
especially the mating surfaces of the
couplers
Coupler ends are damaged or not Couplers must be intact and in Repair and replace cap and/or Tee
working properly working condition bolt if necessary or replace the entire
half coupler
7.6
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore Tie Bar
Concrete deposits on Corner Brace. Check couplers are intact and in

Clean concrete off Corner Brace ensuring working order If not intact and/or are
mating surfaces of couplers are clean not able to be tightened isolate and

Check Tie Bar is straight. If bent or twisted,
isolate and send to workshop for repair
Inspection

Tie Bar is bent or twisted Tie Bar must be straight Straighten if possible otherwise
GE-100)
Concrete deposits on Tie Bar Tie Bar must be free of concrete Clean concrete off Tie Bar especially
the end assemblies
End assemblies are damaged or not End assemblies must be intact and in Repair and/or replace components
working properly working condition that are damaged or missing
7.7
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore U-Head
Check sides and bearing surface

are not bent. Distorted or Concrete deposits on U-Head
Damaged. If bent or damaged, Clean concrete deposits off U-Head
isolate and send to workshop for paying particular attention to ensure
repair bearing surface is clean and holes are
clear.
Inspection

Concrete deposits on head U-Head must be free of concrete Remove concrete deposits,
deposits particularly between mating surfaces
Base & sides of U-Head bent or twisted Base & sides must be straight & not Straighten if unable to straighten
twisted. Sides must be square to base then the unit must be scrapped
7.8
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore Wedge Jack

Check both spring assemblies
holding the top and bottom
segments together are in place and
Concrete deposits on Powershore
intact. If not in place and intact
Wedge Jack. Remove all deposits
repair
Note:
When looking into the large holes in
Check jack operates correctly
the centre section of the top bearing
by rotating the handle on the
plate the top of the spring and
protruding central threaded
its retaining pin must be visible to
stem. If the jack does not
indicate the spring assembly is intact
operate correctly isolate and
as shown below:
End of spring
Check interior of jack and the

threaded stem are packed
Retaining Pin with grease. If not packed
with grease and interior is dry
repacking
Inspection
DAMAGE LIMITS FOR

POSSIBLE FAULTS RECOMMENDED ACTION
REPAIR
Build up of concrete or other Wedge Jack must be Remove all concrete build up with wire brush and clean
matter clear of all concrete threads
Jack does not operate Jack must operate easily Check thread for sand or dirt clogging it - clean off
correctly with little effort Check spring assemblies - rectify. Check threaded stem is not
bent - replace
Interior of jack dry Jack thread and mating Wind jack down to lowest height then pull the top and
surfaces between top bottom segments apart by hand pulling against the spring
and bottom segments and apply grease into the centre of the jack using a narrow
must have a thick layer of spatula
grease
Spring assembly not Spring assemblies must Construct a new spring assembly using new springs or
connected properly or spring be intact and tight existing springs if tension is OK. Spring assembly consists of 2
and/or retaining pin missing springs in each hole the longer one having a loop at its end
to receive the retaining pin. Assemble the 2 springs in the hole
then with a pair of long nose pliers griping the top of the loop
pull it upwards until it is clear of the top surface of the top
segment. Insert the retaining pin then release the spring into
place
7.9
POWERSHORE 30
Powershore Leg
Concrete deposits on Powershore Leg. Clean

concrete deposits off Powershore Leg paying
particular attention to ensure connecting brackets
are clean. Ensure the inside of tube at each end Check end of standard is
is clear to enable full inserting of connectors and square cut. If not square isolate
adjustable base. and send to workshop for repair
Check tube is not bent. If bent

repair Check welds are intact. If not
rewelding
Length
Bend
Offset
Length of Acceptable offset

Standard mm Check end of Powershore Leg
3000 4 is not damaged. If damaged
isolate and send to workshop
2400 4 for repair
1800 3
1200 2
Inspection

Corner brace is bent or twisted Corner Brace must be straight Straighten if possible otherwise
GE-100)
Concrete deposits on Corner Brace Corner Brace must be free of concrete Clean concrete off connector
especially the mating surfaces of the
couplers
Coupler ends are damaged or not Couplers must be intact and in Repair and replace cap and/or Tee
working properly working condition bolt if necessary or replace the entire
half coupler
7.10
LOCATIONS
NEW SOUTH WALES QUEENSLAND TASMANIA
National Head Office Formwork & Scaffold Formwork & Scaffold

Formwork & Scaffold 280 Bilsen Road 93 Lampton Avenue
2a Mavis Street Geebung QLD 4034 Moonah TAS 7009
Revesby NSW 2212 P: 07 3265 2266 P: 03 6277 1212
P: 02 9780 6500 F: 03 6277 1290
E: [email protected]
Screens & Formwork Formwork & Scaffold
Screens Head Office 2 Morrison Lane 65 Boland Street
13-15 Vallance Street Beenleigh QLD 4207 Launceston TAS 7250
St Marys NSW 2760 P: 07 3807 9800 P: 03 6324 8282
P: 02 9219 1566 F: 03 6324 8250
Industrial Scaffold
22a Spanns Road
Beenleigh QLD 4207
P: 07 3442 4000
WESTERN AUSTRALIA SOUTH AUSTRALIA VICTORIA
Formwork & Scaffold Formwork & Scaffold Formwork, Scaffold & Screens
11 Jackson Street 26 Circuit Drive 1651-1657 Centre Road
Bassendean WA 6054 Hendon SA 5014 Springvale VIC 3171
P: 08 9373 7200 P: 08 8359 9700 P: 03 9582 2777
Contact
Phone: 1300 138 362
www.acrow.com.au

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TECHNICAL GUIDE

FALSEWORK & SHORING

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DOCUMENT NO: ACROWPOWERSHORE30_FEB2024_ISSUEB

Technical Manual Release Notes

ISSUE DATE Amendment Description

2. GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION 2.1

3. WORKING LOAD LIMITS (WLL)  3.1

4. SYSTEM DETAILS 4.1

5. ASSEMBLY DETAILS  5.1

Method A/B Continued 5.6

6. TRANSPORT & HANDLING 6.1

7. MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION 7.1

Purpose of the Document

Safety Information Cont.

The illustrations in these assembly configurations are minimum guidelines only.

Applicable Codes and Standards

ELEMENT DESCRIPTION CODE

Structural Design Actions – General Principles AS/NZS 1170.0-2002

2. GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION

2. General Product Information

Acrow Powershore Standards

1200 Standard APSS12 26.0

Acrow Powershore Horizontal Bracing Frames

900 Hoz. Bracing Frame APSF09 24.0

Acrow Powershore Corner Brace

355mm Corner Brace APSCB 2.2

Acrow Powershore 600 Tie Bar

600 Tie Bar APSTB06 5.0

Acrow Powershore Wedge Jack

50T Wedge Jack WJ50T 12.5

Acrow Powershore Base Plate

Base Plate APSBP 16.5

Acrow Powershore U-Head Attachment

U-Head Attachment APSUH 4.5

Acrow Powershore Standard Connector

Standard Connector APSC 10.0

2. General Product Information

Acrow Powershore Adjustable Base

Adjustable Base APSSJ 51.0

Acrow Powershore Hop Up Bracket

Hop-up Bracket APSHUB 9.4

3. WORKING LOAD LIMITS (WLL)

3. Working Load Limits (WLL)

Plan dimension: 1.2 m x 1.2 m

Tower Height Minimum Horizontal Bracing Frame Levels

Single Leg Props:

3. Working Load Limits (WLL)

Summary of Load Charts

Top unrestrained, bottom restained:

Top & bottom restrained:

• Limit State Load Factor = 1.5

3. Working Load Limits (WLL)

Case: Top unrestrained, bottom restrained

From Load Chart on Page 3.6

Q =(142.5 - 130.0) x (8.2 - 8.0)

3. Working Load Limits (WLL)

Top Unrestrained & Bottom Restrained 2 Horizontal Frame Levels

2. GENERAL PRODUCT INFORMATION 2.1

3. WORKING LOAD LIMITS (WLL) 3.1

4. SYSTEM DETAILS 4.1

5. ASSEMBLY DETAILS 5.1

Method A/B Continued 5.6

6. TRANSPORT & HANDLING 6.1

7. MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION 7.1