摘要 |
<p>A prefabricated concrete form (10) for the pouring of a footing for a structural pillar is disclosed. The form is preferably constructed from a thermoplastic such as a high density polyethylene or ABS and is molded as a single disposable unit. The form is bell-shaped. The form is in particular a low profile form wherein the sidewall (17) is inclined at and angle below 45° relative to the bottom edge. A top flange (22) of the form is preferably adapted to accommodate two or more different diameters of the tubular form for the structural pillar. The sidewall may include integral ribs (28) which open inwardly to facilitate evacuation of air as the form is filled and to lend rigidity to the sidewall. The sidewall may further include vent openings for the escape of air which is possibly temporarily entrapped during filling of the form.</p> |