If you want to test anchors on-site you need especial testing machine. Basically, there are 3 suppliers in the market with different solutions:
HYDRAJAWS
Hydrajaws Ltd
20/21 The Courtyard,
Gorsey Lane, Coleshill, Birmingham.
B46 1JA,
UK.
Email: tester@hydrajaws.co.uk
Phone: +44 (0) 1675 430 370
Fax: +44 (0) 1675 465 950
They have several models for different purposes. For anchors we do recommend:
M2000 PRO: for medium loads
- Detachable 25 kN Dual Scale Digital Gauge.
- Up to 50mm stroke.
- 2020 Load spreading bridge with adjustable telescopic legs and swivel feet.
- Bolt tester adaptor with M12 locking adaptor.
- Turning handle with 22 mm integrated nut (for use in confined spaces).
- Six threaded button adaptors (M4, M5, M6, M8, M10, M12).
- Six slotted button adaptors (4.5, 5.5, 6.5, 8.5, 10.5, 12.5).
- M12 ringbolt adaptor clevis.
- M16 & M20 thread stud adaptors.
- Calibration certificate (valid for 12 months).
- Robust carry case.
- Compatible with Hydrajaws Bluetooth Digital System.
M2050PRO: for high loads
- Up to 50 KN.
- Up to 50 mm of stroke.
- Detachable 50 kN dual scale digital gauge.
- 2050 Spreading Bridge with telescopic legs and hardened pins.
- Turning Handle with integral 24mm nut.
- M12 Locking Adaptor.
- M12 Ringbolt Adaptor Clevis.
- Bolt Tester Adaptor.
- Threaded stud adaptors: M16, M20 and M24.
- Button Adaptors: M10, M12 Threaded, and 6.5, 8.5, 10.5, 12.5 slotted.
- Hydrajaws calibration certificate.
- Robust carry case with grab handle.
- Compatible with Hydrajaws Bluetooth Digital System.
M2008: for heavy duty loads
- Up to 145 kN.
- Lightweight (8.5kg).
- Compact and Portable.
- Aluminium off set triangular load spreading bridge with steel ball pins.
- Ease to adjust telescopic aluminium legs.
- Ratchet handle operation.
- Low handle effort to achieve load.
- Threaded adaptors available in sizes: M20>M12, M20>M16, M20>M20, M20>M24 & M20>M30.
- Equivalent UNC Imperial Threaded Stud Adaptors available.
- 0-145kN Dual Scale Digital Gauge.
- Hydrajaws calibration certificate (valid for 12 months).
- Robust carry case with telescopic handle and wheels.
The Hydrajaws Bluetooth Digital system allows on-site pull tests to be automatically recorded and compiled into a digital report using the Hydrajaws Bluetooth Digital App on a mobile phone or tablet device. These reports can be sent directly to clients or managers and are stored in the cloud to be accessed remotely anywhere on a browser in a user own company dashboard.
There are other models for scaffoldings, safety lifelines, wall ties, etc.
DYNATEST
ZI – Rue de l’Oeuvre
21140 Semur-en-Auxois
France
Email: dynatest@wanadoo.fr
Phone: (+33) – 3 80 97 04 55
They have several models for different purposes. For anchors we do recommend:
DTEpico-VCH 2500: for medium loads
- Up to 25 kN.
- Simple and quick setting up.
- Reading on a digital indicator, pressure sensor with peak value. The indicator operated with one 3 volt battery (type CR2430), stopping automatically after 15 min.
- Packed in a transport case (with a set of optional accesories).
DTEpico-VCH 5000: for high loads
- Up to 50 kN.
- Simple and quick setting up.
- Reading on a digital indicator, pressure sensor with peak value. The indicator operated with one 3 volt battery (type CR2430), stopping automatically after 15 min.
- Packed in a transport case (with a set of optional accesories).
NDTJ
James Instruments Inc.
3727 N. Kedzie Avenue
Chicago, IL 60618 – 4545
U.S.A.
Phone: +1 773-463-6565
Fax: +1 773-463-0009
P-C-7281: for medium loads
- Up to 25 kN.
- The tensile load is applied to the fixing mechanically; hydraulics are used to register the load only. This enhances the systems reliability as it is not prone to hydraulic leaks. Also, mechanical loading provides smoother operation, eliminating hydraulic backlash.
P-C-7290M: for high loads
- Up to 100 kN.
- Maximum diameter: M20.
- The load application is achieved via a ratchet handle driving a 4:1 hydraulic multiplier; the applied load is recorded directly on a gauge mounted on the tester body. This compact design is lighter and more convenient to use than that of separate hydraulic pump and ram arrangements.
- An integral movement indication is provided allowing First Movement to be identified as well as total displacement before failure.
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