FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions
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1What is "Joti" Composite Plastics?
"Joti" Composite Plastics refers to plastics or fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) panels that are structurally backed with rolled steel sections. The combination of plastic and steel provides formwork panels with dimensional stability and load-bearing capacity.
2What is "Joti" FRP?
"Joti" FRP stands for fiberglass-reinforced plastic. It is a structural, thermosetting composite material made by combining fiberglass reinforcement with a resin matrix. FRP is durable, dimensionally stable, and suited for repeated use in formwork.
3Can TNP supply formwork as per our drawing?
Yes. TNP specialises in customised molds and can manufacture composite plastic formwork according to your drawings and project specifications.
4What material does TNP use for shuttering?
TNP uses FRP (fiberglass-reinforced plastic) or thermoplastic materials as the primary raw material. These panels are backed with rolled steel sections for additional strength and load distribution.
5What are the sustainability aspects of composite plastics?
Thermoplastic formwork and steel are often recyclable or reprocessable, which improves sustainability. FRP (thermosetting) is more difficult to recycle; however, long service life and high repeatability help reduce resource use compared with single-use materials.
6How does TNP assure quality and safety in "Joti" shuttering?
"Joti" formwork is engineered using modern design software to account for concrete loads, pouring methods, live loads and applicable standards. Manufacturing follows those designs to ensure consistent quality and safe performance on site.
7What site services are required while using TNP shuttering?
TNP usually performs assembly testing on the shop floor. Because of that, most projects require minimal on-site services. If a project has special needs, TNP can discuss site support on a case-by-case basis.
8How does the plastic bear concrete load during concreting?
In "Joti" composite plastic formwork, the plastic panel is supported by rolled steel sections at the back. Together they act as a composite system that safely carries the concrete loads during pouring and curing.
9What are the advantages of using composite plastics over conventional plywood or steel?
Composite plastics typically offer 100+ repetitions while plywood gives only about 10–12 repetitions. Plywood may bulge over repeated use, causing uneven concrete finishes; steel may dent or corrode. "Joti" formwork remains consistent from first to last cycle, is maintenance‑free, and has a longer service life.
10If we have practical queries how will you resolve them?
TNP is available for online meetings to review and resolve practical queries. Remote support is the primary channel and is effective for most issues.
11What is the special feature of your shuttering?
The formwork is designed so that additional supporting walers are not required—only supports to maintain verticality. This reduces assembly/disassembly time and speeds production. Joti formwork has been supplied to projects in India and abroad, and typically does not require frequent site visits, which highlights its reliability.
12How many repetitions can we expect while using "Joti" shuttering?
You can expect 100+ repetitions from "Joti" composite plastic formwork under normal use conditions.
13What maintenance is required for Joti shuttering?
No special maintenance is required. Handle the shuttering with care, wash regularly to remove set concrete, and perform periodic visual inspections to ensure long service life.