Ulma Construction
262 Fifth Avenue: Cutting-Edge formwork that transforms Manhattan
In the heart of NoMad, Manhattan, a new silhouette emerges from the New York skyline, more than 262 m high: the skyscraper at 262 Fifth Avenue. This 54-storey tower with 41 apartments is an architectural landmark.
Jun 27, 2025
The customer opted for ULMA technology, selecting vertical, horizontal and climbing formwork systems such as the MEGALITE imperial formwork, the CC-4 aluminium modular formwork and the rail climbing formwork RKS to bring the structure to life. The HWS system was the technical solution for the perimeter protection against wind and height. By installing screen assemblies, this system covers the perimeter of the building, optimising time and processes. Its powerful hydraulic mechanism has also made it possible to lift two screens simultaneously.
Find out more about this construction site in Manhattan in this spectacular video.
