fonds de formes
English translation: formation, formation level, grade, etc.
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foundation forms Explanation: Hello, fonds de forme = foundation forms (you need to build a foundation form before you can lay the concrete). http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.svtp-var.c... Reference: http://www.askthebuilder.com/439_Poured_Concrete_vs_Block_Wa... |
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peer agreement (net): +2formation, formation level, grade, etc. Explanation: formation (grade USA) The surface of the ground in its final shape after completion of earthwork, but before concreting. formation level (final grade, grade level USA) The surface level (or elevation) of the ground surface after all digging and filling but before concreting. This applies particularly to the formations for buildings. In the case of roads, other courses will be laid on the formation unless you're actually building a concrete road. Formation Level - The deep point in an excavation for a drive or path ... The Do's and Don'ts of working with builders • > Glossary ... www.findabuilder.co.uk/working/glossary.asp Formation level is, according to PIARC, the INTERFACE (level) between the capping layer and the \"sous-couche) (no English equivalent! ... www.proz.com/kudoz/french_to_english/construction_civil_eng... Formation level The foundation level of a permanent way upon which the ballast is laid. Fouling bar A bar situated just below rail level on the inside face ... ukhrail.uel.ac.uk/glossary/gl-f.html formation level. The general level of the surface of the ground proposed or obtained on completion ... www.transit.govt.nz/content_files/technical/Amendment88_PDF... |
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