Location: Manila
Year: 2025
The Glorietta 3 Park project in Manila, set for completion in 2025, exemplifies modern structural efficiency through the innovative application of ABS Philippines' voided slab technology. As seen in the image, a meticulously laid out grid of ABS Void Formworks (Volimax products) on the slab formwork creates structural voids, significantly reducing the dead weight of the concrete slab. This approach not only results in lighter slabs and foundations but also translates to substantial material savings and enhanced seismic performance, crucial for construction in urban locations like Metro Manila. Our advanced Volimax system plays a pivotal role in accelerating the construction timeline for this prestigious project. By lightening the concrete structure, the need for extensive shoring and heavy machinery is minimized, facilitating faster concrete pouring and curing cycles. This efficient process ultimately leads to reduced labor costs, shorter project durations, and optimized construction logistics, delivering a more sustainable and cost-effective building solution for MDC's development. The utilization of ABS Void Formworks provides numerous benefits, including a significant reduction in concrete consumption, improved structural integrity, and greater design flexibility for architects and engineers. For the Glorietta 3 Park, this means higher performance concrete slabs with less environmental impact, showcasing how ABS Philippines' pioneering voided slab technology contributes to smarter, more resilient infrastructure.