Pull-Out testing
Reliable Pull-Out testing for complete peace of mind
Designed to ensure safety, compliance, and efficient delivery—saving you time and avoiding unnecessary expenses.
30+ Years of Experience
Fully Accredited
We provide Pull-out Testing and Same-Day Certification Services Throughout the UK for Scaffold and Construction Services.
What is Pull-Out Testing?
Pull testing on selected anchors plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accurate completion of the selection and installation procedure. Furthermore, it aligns precisely with manufacturer specifications, thereby enhancing the overall reliability and safety of the anchoring system. Moreover, it serves as a key quality control step in the process.
Why is Pull-Out Testing Important?
In the UK, various sectors rely on a diverse range of structural fixings and anchors. It’s imperative to execute precise selection, design, and installation of all anchors to avoid severe consequences such as human injury, fatalities, or structural damage. BS8539:2021, the code of practice for post-installed anchors in concrete and masonry, establishes industry standards and best practices. This code serves as a comprehensive guide, meticulously outlining the responsibilities of all parties involved in the process. At Shear Testing Systems, your safety is our top priority, and as such we are committed to upholding the highest standards.
/The process
How Does the Pull-Out testing process work?
Proof Testing
We perform proof testing on a post-installed anchor to ensure correct installation and, consequently, attain its safe working load (SWL) along with an additional factor of safety.
Preliminary Testing
During the design stages of most projects, we use preliminary testing. If we have concerns about the integrity of a substrate, we proactively install selected anchors. Subsequently, we conduct Pull Out Testing to gather essential data on their performance. This approach ensures a thorough assessment of anchor viability. At STS, we meticulously record all visual and acoustic aspects during these tests, which are then included in our comprehensive reports.
Ultimate Load Testing
We use ultimate load testing to determine the maximum load the fixing can achieve in the chosen substrate, leading to the completion of all Pull Out Testing on these anchors until failure occurs.
