Plate Load Test
Plate Load Test
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I have a project that is requiring 3 plate load tests to be performed at depths of 2 feet below existing grades to determine the modulus of subgrade reaction per ASTM D 1196. The project is for a relatively small parking lot, maybe 100' x 100'.
What do you typically use for your reaction force to perform the test? The project is not currently under construction, so I will have to bring in whatever equipment I decide to use.
What do you typically use for your reaction force to perform the test? The project is not currently under construction, so I will have to bring in whatever equipment I decide to use.
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Have used equipment hauling trailers for reaction. Gives you plenty of room to maneuver everything for the test.
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On a plate load test set-up with a large back-hoe, you use the bucket on the end of its boom, but rest the bucket on some sort of bracket "saw-horse" to keep it there and the jack doesn't have the ability to lift it off the supports, with operator applying full downward bucket direction during the test. Thus the bucket is carried by the support and what ever resistance is needed by the jack. That easily can be 10 feet from the tracks. If necessary, fill the bucket with rock.
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I like the idea of using the bucket of a large excavotor. I wonder what load you could apply that way?
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Also, this is not related to your question, but just curious, do you also need to use PCASE software for pavement recommendations?
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Do you all think I should try to span the 2 beams along the base of the trailer to center my load? I'm not sure if the trailer tilting would cause issues or if a point load on the beam would be a problem? The trailer should not tilt much much because the jack cannot travel more than 6 inches.
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