Anchor Tester
The LineWise utility anchor tester plays a vital role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness of utility infrastructure.
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- Safety: Utility infrastructure, like power lines and communication towers, needs to be secure and withstand strong winds, ice buildup, and even earthquakes. If an anchor fails, it can cause a tower or pole to collapse, potentially injuring people or damaging property. Anchor testers ensure these anchors can handle the expected stress.
- Reliability: Utility companies depend on their infrastructure to function properly. Weak anchors could lead to power outages, disrupted communication services, or even damage to the equipment itself. Anchor testing helps prevent these issues by ensuring the anchors are strong enough for the job.
- Cost-effectiveness: Replacing a failing anchor can be expensive and disruptive. Proactive testing helps identify and address any potential problems before they occur, saving the company money in the long run.
- Regulations: Many regions have regulations regarding the safety and installation of utility infrastructure. Anchor testing helps ensure that utility companies comply with these regulations and avoid fines or penalties.
Features & Specifications
- Capacity
- 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) at 2,175 psi (14,996 kPa)
- 40,000 lb (18,144 kg) at 1,950 psi (13,445 kPa)
- Angle of pull can be adjusted from 50 to 100 degrees
- 87’’ (2210 mm) long x 38’’ (965 mm) wide x 60’’ – 77’’ (1524 – 1956 mm) tall
- Pulls anchors from 0 in to 18 in (457 mm)
- Custom reaches are available
- Side Shift: +/- 1.5’’ (38 mm)
- Skid steer quick attach
- 16’’ (406 mm) of cylinder stroke
- 12.68’’ (322 mm) of fine adjustment
- 2’’ (51 mm) of adjustment for pinning to anchor
- Nominal hydraulic flow: 6 gpm (23 l/min) 18 gpm max (68 l/min)
- Nominal pressure range: 500 – 2175 psi (3447 – 14,996 kPa)
- Weight = 1500 lb (680 kg)
