Load tests on PE shafts

Main features

• Mechanical load tests – vertical compression testing with steel and concrete weights
• Dimensional stability and deformation testing – long-term service simulations
• Measurement of material fatigue and weathering resistance
• Application of hydraulic pressure equipment – modelling real operating conditions
• Certified test protocols – documented, following standardised procedures

Areas of application

Load tests confirm that PE manholes are safe to install and use:

• For underground cable or pipe connections
• As part of industrial technology systems
• Chemical and waste water treatment solutions
• Water and utilities infrastructure
• Outdoor, traffic-free or moderately congested installation sites

Safety and quality guarantee

Load and pressure resistance tests of LaCont PE manholes guarantee the products:

• Structural integrity under extreme conditions
• Compliance with European standards and specifications
• Long life with minimal maintenance
• Usability tailored to specific project conditions

Test image – PE manhole under load

The picture shows a static load test where the PE shaft is loaded by a heavy concrete and steel structure while sensor measurements are being taken.

Technical data sheet in English