Summary of the Ellis Column Clamps
Ellis Column Clamps are a simple, fast, and accurate system for securing job-built plywood forms for square or rectangular columns. Built on a philosophy of rugged simplicity, the system eliminates the waste and complexity of traditional methods. Available as all-in-one Scissor Clamps or interchangeable Single Bar Clamps, the system is made from high-carbon steel for a long life of reuse. The clamps are secured with a few taps of a hammer on a steel wedge, an operation that is dramatically faster than building custom yokes from lumber.
Benefits of Ellis Column Clamps Compared to Competitors
- Unbeatable Speed: The hammer-only operation allows a crew to clamp and strip columns in a fraction of the time it takes to build and dismantle traditional lumber yokes, freeing up labor for other critical tasks.
- Cost-Effectiveness and Reusability: Ellis Clamps are a one-time investment that can be reused for decades, eliminating the recurring cost of lumber and disposable ties. The labor savings alone allow the clamps to pay for themselves quickly.
- Simplicity and Accuracy: The foolproof design naturally pulls formwork square and holds it securely, ensuring accurate column dimensions without complex measuring or bracing.
- Value-Added Design Support: Ellis provides a free online Column Form Designer App that gives contractors instant, engineered recommendations for clamp spacing based on their specific project parameters, a service that de-risks the process and builds loyalty.
- Modern Standard: The primary competitor is the inertia of inefficient, traditional methods. Ellis clamps are positioned as the essential, professional tool that replaces an outdated, wasteful practice.