Column kicker is the bottom of the column so it has
the same length and width as the column.
The column kicker is constructed to provide a base for the formwork. This gives accurate column base alignment.
Column kicker is also known as column starter.
After the column starter is manufactured, the
formwork can be laid immediately.
The height of the column kicker ranges from 100
millimeters to 150 millimeters.
The standard height of the column kicker is 150 mm
as it gives greater stability to the formwork.
Advantages
of column kicker
It provides stability
to the formwork.
It corrects column
alignment.
It provides a base for
formwork.
It prevents the
movement of longitudinal reinforcement of columns.
Column starter ensures
provision of specified column concrete cover.
Disadvantage
of column starter
The main disadvantage of the column kicker is that
it forms joint. The joint can be harmful if the column is not casted properly.
There is a risk of cracks in the column.
Formwork can be done without column kickers but the
risk of errors increases if kickers are not used.
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