Metal Forms Parapet Forms

Metal Forms Corporation’s concrete parapet forms are heavy-duty, precision-engineered systems designed for fast setup and consistent results on bridge and highway projects. Built from high-strength steel, they deliver clean, uniform pours that meet DOT standards.

Description

Parapet Forms: Engineered for Strength, Precision, and Repeatability

When your project demands precision forming for bridges, highways, or elevated infrastructure, Metal Forms Corporation’s parapet forms deliver unmatched performance and durability. These forms are designed specifically for shaping concrete parapets to exacting DOT and structural standards, making them a top choice for contractors working on transportation, safety, and barrier-related infrastructure.

Constructed from high-strength steel and manufactured with the expertise Metal Forms is known for, parapet forms help crews pour clean, uniform parapets with minimal rework, reduced labor, and maximum efficiency.

Built to Meet the Demands of Bridge and Highway Projects

✔️ Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction – These steel concrete forms are built tough to handle the pressures of continuous pours while resisting deflection and maintaining their shape over years of use. Whether you’re building new infrastructure or replacing aging parapets, this system delivers the reliability professionals need.

✔️ Precision Alignment Features – Parapet forms are designed with accurate connection systems and integrated alignment tools that ensure straight, clean lines across long sections. This makes them especially valuable for DOT-compliant bridge and overpass projects where quality is closely inspected.

✔️ Customizable Dimensions and Profiles – Available in a variety of standard configurations, Metal Forms also offers custom parapet forms to meet unique project specs. From standard bridge profiles to specialized parapet caps and transitions, these forms are built to meet the needs of the job.

Jobsite Efficiency and Long-Term Value

✔️ Designed for fast setup and takedown
✔️ Stackable and transportable for easy handling
✔️ Compatible with common forming hardware and accessories

These features make these forms a go-to choice for contractors who need reliable, reusable forms for concrete that can hold up to aggressive jobsite conditions and tight deadlines.

Versatile Cement Forms for Critical Infrastructure

As high-performing cement forms, parapet systems from Metal Forms are engineered for precision while offering the durability needed for multi-use, long-term jobs. Whether for bridge edges, retaining structures, or elevated highway barriers, they offer the flexibility and strength to adapt to any spec.

Why Choose Metal Forms Parapet Forms?

✅ Rugged, field-proven steel concrete forms designed for durability
✅ Customizable systems to match your exact cement forms requirements
✅ A top-tier solution among DOT-approved forms for concrete
✅ Ideal for bridge and highway applications requiring clean, consistent finishes
✅ Supported by Metal Forms Corporation’s century of formwork expertise

Get the job done right with parapet forms built for strength, speed, and professional results. When quality and precision matter, Metal Forms deliver forming systems that stand up to the toughest infrastructure demands.

Specifications

Punching:

  • Top tread punched with four holes to receive doweled top spacers or for the addition of top riser forms.
  • Base punched with four holes to facilitate anchoring, for the addition of bottom riser forms or for stacking on top of paving form.
  • Face punched with four holes to facilitate the use of horizontal ties.

32″ Barrier Forms with Moment Arms: (adjustable from 6″ to 12″) provides positive form alignment. These arms are designed for interchangeable use on either a double contour set-up or on a single contour set-up with a straight back.

  • Tie Pockets: Protects the side forms. Horizontal tie rods bear against the pocket instead of the face of the forms. 
  • Leveling Bolts: Convenient method for setting the base of the form to grade. 
  • Fractional Lengths
  • Bulkhead Plates
  • Riser Forms
  • Special Punching
  • Fixed or Adjustable Chamfer