This medium duty testing machine enables engineers to confirm the holding power of anchors in most construction materials, either for the purpose of establishing safe working loads, or to validate the correct installation of existing fixings. The tensile load of up to 25kN is applied to the fixing mechanically and hydraulics are used to register the load through an accurate calibrated analogue gauge, making the tester very reliable.

There is a choice of 5 gauge capacities, meaning precision readings can be optimised for each application. Load spreading bridges and the pyramid stool keep reaction loads away from the fixing. Fixings up to M16 may be located directly in the tester, while a variety of adaptors enable a wide range of other types and sizes to be tested.

Application examples:

Proof and failure load testing of a wide variety of fixings including:

• Expansion, resin and undercut anchors
• Cast in sockets and channel
• Roofing Screws
• Structural anchors for safety harness eye-bolts
• Frame anchors, screw fixings, cavity anchors
• Remedial wall ties (DD 140)
• Safety anchorages for scaffold ties
• Powder actuated fastenings