Sand jack

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-005041",
  "term": "Sand jack",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A temporary support device used in construction to lower heavy loads or formwork in a controlled manner. It consists of a container filled with sand, which is gradually released through an opening to allow a supported structure to descend. This method provides precise and gradual lowering for elements like bridge sections or concrete forms.",
  "subject": "Construction",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Sandheber",
    "es": "gato de arena",
    "fr": "vérin à sable"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/sand-jack/"
}