Concrete Pipe Testers
ASTM C497 | EN 1916
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Designed to test concrete sewer and drain pipes used in drainage works, water supply systems, irrigation systems etc.
The machine is available from CONTROLS in two versions : 50-C9602: Concrete pipe tester, 750 kN capacity, conforming to ASTM C497. 230 V, 50 Hz, 1 ph 50-C9612: Concrete pipe tester, 750 kN capacity, conforming to BS/EN 1916. 230 V, 50 Hz, 1 ph This EN version is suitable for testing round shaped pipes, cylindrical barrel shape over the full length without sockets conforming to EN 1916 Annex C, fig. C.2a. Compression tests can also be performed on cylindrical pipes with sockets, provided that you specify, at time of request, the shape and dimensions of above sockets to verify the compatibility with the loading bearers. The difference between the two models concerns mainly the lower supports and the upper bearing beam. The machines do not include the elastomeric bearing strips or similar which have to be provided on site. Important note: The machine is delivered disassembled and have to be mounted on site following the instructions. |