Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
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All,
Can anyone recommend a testing procedure for testing epoxy anchors? I spoke with Hilti and they said there is no real standard used for this procedure. They did say 1.5 x Allowable load is the goal for pullout strength, not to exceed 2.0. Does anyone have any other suggestions or know of a documented procedure?
TIA
Can anyone recommend a testing procedure for testing epoxy anchors? I spoke with Hilti and they said there is no real standard used for this procedure. They did say 1.5 x Allowable load is the goal for pullout strength, not to exceed 2.0. Does anyone have any other suggestions or know of a documented procedure?
TIA






RE: Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
RE: Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
For Hilti ICC-ES evaluation reports check this link http://www.icc-es.org/reports/index.cfm
The city of Los Angeles dept of Bldg and Safety uses this for evaluation of epoxy anchors in the field htt
Consider discussing this with a construction materials testing lab in your area.
RE: Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
If I was to inspect, I would look for the following:
1. Proper hole size, as recommended by manufacturer for certain application.
2. The hole is clean from dust and foreign matter.
3. The hole depth is as required
4. The hole is dry and free from moisture.
Regards,
Lutfi
RE: Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
Jim
RE: Field Testing for Epoxy Anchors
There was also a lot of discussion regarding factors of safety, and un-cracked concrete provisions in the new ACI code.
Jordan