MACKETBRACKET®



The MACKETBRACKET® is a patented, lightweight, adjustable and simple to use free-standing formwork bracket that saves valuable time and money for both concreters and formworkers alike.




Designed in Australia.
Proudly distributed by Reid.

Available from August, 2010.

To download the MACKETBRACKET® brochure, click here.

NEW! MACKETBRACKET® video files: 

 - Watch the Set-up 
 - Watch the Strip 

 










 

 Benefits of The MACKETBRACKET®

 

  • Easy to use.
  • Safe work site practice - Hi-Vis decal means that MACKETBRACKET stands out!
  • Clean & tidy work site.
  • Adjustable, sturdy and strong.
  • No use of wood for propping formwork.
  • Environmentally friendly.
  • Life time usage.
  • Galvinised bracket - all weather usage.
  • Easy storage - Folds flat when not in use.  The forged steel pin stores in the base!
  • Less man power, less time in set up and less time in stripping formwork.
  • Self cleaning by winding thread past nut.
  • Easy adjustment to formwork bows once concrete is placed - can adjust in or out.
  • Easy to adjust formwork vertically to stringline.
  • Will fit inside a wheelbarrow for easy transport around the worksite.
  • Formworkers require only 40-60 MACKETBRACKETS for an average house slab.
  • Can be adjusted by claw hammer.
  • Brackets can be spaced 1.5m to 1.8m

Features of the MACKETBRACKET®

  • The MACKETBRACKET® assembles quickly to the timber formwork using just 2 roofing screws (or similar).

  • The Forged Steel pin anchors the bracket to the ground. The MACKETBRACKET base also features provision to use on timber decks or floors.
  • It has a swivel adjustment head that remains at right angle when in use.  
  • Folds compactly when not in use, using minimal space.   
  • Long life, Galvanised and high tensol thread bar.The bar is also self-cleaning. 
  • Saves your business money in reducing labour costs with improved efficiences in both set-up and stripping.
  • Slimline design and ample spacings between brackets allows the pump operator easy access to the slab during the pour.  
  • Bracket can be used at a minimum of 200mm high, up to a maximum of 600mm high timber formwork

    • How to use a MACKETBRACKET®

    Step 1:


    Remove the Anchor Pin from the base section.
    Position the MACKETBRACKET® on the formwork.
    Lift the top arm of the bracket 90º (refer Pic 1).
    Fasten the bottom plate to the base of the formwork.

     

     

    Step 2:


    Lower the top arm of the MACKETBRACKET® to the
    point it meets the top edge of the formwork.
    The MACKETBRACKET® can be easily adjusted by
    rotating the ReidbarTM Threaded Rod.
    The height of the MACKETBRACKET® can be
    adjusted by hand or with the use of a claw hammer.
    When the formwork is perpendicular, fasten the top
    bracket to the form with a screw.




    Step 3:


    Once the MACKETBRACKET® is secured to the form,
    ensure the formwork is aligned with the string
    line, guides or other reference marks used on site.
    Once final alignment and positioning is achieved,
    drive the steel Anchor Pin through the rear
    hole of the MACKETBRACKET® and into the soil
    using a sledge hammer.
    Installation of the MACKETBRACKET® is now complete.