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Plate Bearing Equipment NL 5010 X / 002

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Description

Standard: BS 1377:9, ASTM D1194, D 1195, D1196

Plate Bearing Equipment, also known as Plate Load Test Equipment, plays an important role in construction by assessing soil bearing capacity and settlement behaviour. It consists typically a heavy-duty steel plate, often circular, positioned on the ground surface at the construction site. By applying a known load to the plate, typically through hydraulic jacks or analogous methods, engineers can measure the resulting settlement of both plate and the adjacent soil, providing important insights into soil stability for designing structures such as building, bridges, and roads. 

Features

  • Heavy-duty steel plate to withstand heavy loads without deforming, guarantees reliability and accurate measurements of soil behaviour. 
  • Circular shape which influences uniform distribution of the applied loads across the soil surface, preventing localised stress concentration and ensuring representative soil,behaviour measurements. 
  • Hydraulic jacks or similar mechanism are employed to gradually and accurately apply the load to the plate which leads to precise control over the testing process. 
  • Load Measurement devices for accurate measurement, like measuring the magnitude of applied load, ensuring consistent results throughout the testing process. 

Tech Spec

Technical Specifications:

Model Number NL 5010 X / 002
Capacity 500 kN (50 Tons)
Approx. Weight 105 kg
Resolution 0.01 kN
Accuracy ± 1%

Optional Accessories:

Model Number Accessories Description
NL 5010 X / 002 – A 001 Loading Plate Ø 457 mm x 28 mm
NL 5010 X / 002 – A 002 Loading Plate Ø 610 mm x 28 mm
NL 5010 X / 002 – A 003 Loading Plate Ø 762 mm x 28 mm

Standard

Test Procedure

  1. Site Preparation: Make sure the test site is and cleared of any debris and leveled to provide a flat surface for the plate to be placed. 
  2. Plate Installation: Heavy-duty steel plate should be positioned on a secure ground surface. The plate should also be centered and supported to prevent tilting or shifting during the test. 
  3. Load Application: Use hydraulic jacks or other load application mechanisms to apply a known load gradually and steadily to the plate. The load should be increased incrementally until the desired maximum load is reached or until a specified settlement criterion is met.
  4. Settlement Measurement: The use of suitable instruments is important to measure the settlement of both the plate and the surrounding soil under the applied load. This typically involves monitoring settlement over time as the load is applied and recording the final settlement readings once the load is removed. 
  5. Data Analysis: The collected data to be analysed in order to determine the bearing capacity and settlement characteristics of the soil. This may involve calculating the ultimate bearing capacity, settlement modulus, and other relevant parameters based on the test results. 
  6. Reporting: The test procedure must be documented, which consists of, equipment used, load applied, settlement measurements, and any relevant observations. Prepare a detailed report summarising the findings and conclusions drawn from the plate bearing test. 

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