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Structurally, the thickness of kicker less than 150mm is not desired. If the kicker thickness is greater than
150mm, then it tends to slump with the weight of concrete in them.
After the formwork of column kicker is placed, then fresh concrete is placed monolithically with the slab.
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3/9/2018 What is the Column Kicker? Its Formworks, Application and Advantages
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3/9/2018 What is the Column Kicker? Its Formworks, Application and Advantages
The most outstanding disadvantage of kicker is the possible formation of joints at the bottom of columns or walls.
That is why it is sometimes eliminated, and acceptable techniques are used to install column and wall shuttering.
But the risk of errors is increased if kickers are not used.
Also Read: What is a Plinth Beam? Its purpose, Applications and Construction
(https://theconstructor.org/structural-engg/plinth-beam-purpose-applications/20892/)
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