Proof & Failure Load Testing to Coatings, Repairs & Fixings
From major anchoring systems to adhesion testing on various structures, HTA has the knowledge and the equipment to carry out varying load / adhesion testing.
requiring safety accredited, multi-skilled staff plus an array of equipment
HTA can provide the full service saving you time money and hassle
These fall into 3 the following main categories
1. Coatings
Including: Paint, Tiles, Floor Coverings et al
HTA can carry out Pull-Off and Adhesion Testing to a variety of coatings varying from:
- Network Rail painted structures
- Bridge Deck Water Proofing Systems
- Plus a variety of painted elements such as Bridge Crash Barriers.
This work is carried out utilising Elcometer's Pull-Off Tester (as pictured) and the Hydrajaws Pull-Off Tester.
These tests are normally complimentary to other adhesion testing such as "Cross-Hatch" Adhesion Testing and other visual and corrosion surveys.
2. Repairs
Including: Concrete, Screeds, Tiling Systems, Cladding Units et al
HTA can carry out Pull-Off Testing to a variety of construction materials, for the following:
- Compliance Testing
- Determination of Adhesion Values for Screeds and Tiling Systems
- Surface Adhesion Testing to concrete prior to installation of FRP Systems.
This work is carried out utilising the Hydrajaws Pull-Off Tester (as pictured) and in many cases the Pull-Off equipment and set up is bespoke to the project.
3. Fixings
Including: Anchorages, Bolts, Ties et al
HTA can carry out Pull-Off to a variety of fixings to Proof Load or Failure. Examples of testing are not limited to but include:
- LUL Stations Cable Management System Proof Load Testing to Fixings to Tunnel Lining
- Bridge Parapet Anchorage Testing Proof Loading
- Window Cleaning Restrain Systems Proof Loading
This work is carried out utilising the Hydrajaws Pull Off Tester (as pictured)and in many cases the Pull-Off equipment and set up is bespoke to the project.
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It is impossible for one company to carry out every project, however we can share our expertise far and wide.
Call: 01707 327 785 or Email: testing@hendersonthomas.co.uk
