Primary publication: TIEFBAU March 2009

Summary: The ideal construction method for high in-situ concrete walls can only be selected when considering how the available methods work, how they affect the building process and what their efficiency is like. Crane-dependent climbing systems, automatic climbing systems and slipforms are proven systems. They are discussed in detail and compared with each other in this article. As examples for the existing methods, we look at the MEVA Guided Climbing system (MGC) which is guided on profiles, at the MEVA Automatic Climbing system MAC which is a fully automatic hydraulic climbing system, and at slipforming. Our detailed comparison will allow users to opt for the appropriate system on a sound knowledge basis when in need to take a decision.