a

a, b
c
d
e
f

cast in place
post fixed, undercut
post fixed chemical or cementicius grout
post fixed expanding anchor
fixed to grillage and cast in-situ

Figure 1.2

Alternative holding-down anchors

The space between the foundation and the baseplate is used to ensure the baseplate is located
at the correct absolute level. On smaller bases, this may be achieved by an additional set of
nuts on the holding down assemblies, as shown in Figure 1.3. Commonly, the baseplate is
located on a series of thin steel packs as shown in Figure 1.4, which are usually permanent.
Wedges are commonly used to assist the plumbing of the column.

Figure 1.3

Baseplate with levelling nuts

The remaining void is filled with fine concrete, mortar, or more commonly, non-shrink
cementicious grout, which is poured under and around the baseplate. Large baseplates

1.3