Concrete forming apparatus and process

Abstract

Abstract A concrete or paving forming apparatus and process comprising laying a concrete or paving material and allowing it to cure into a substantially plastic condition and then imprinting it with a pattern impressed therein in a continuous process. A plastic film, or other suitable release agent permits the forming apparatus to be driven into the concrete in a manner whereby it will not remove the surface of the concrete when it is withdrawn. The apparatus generally comprises a roller with a series of patterns formed by means of blades that conform to the pattern that is to be pressed into the concrete. The roller effectively rolls in the pattern while at the same time a sheet of plastic film is laid down on the concrete ahead of the roller. Thus, as the roller is impressed into the concrete and removed, it will not gouge the concrete. Other release agents such as the silicones or the tetrafluorethylenes can be sprayed on the roller blades or on the concrete to prevent binding and gouging of the pavement.

Inventors

• 👤 W Moorhead

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