This document summarizes the results of a zone load test on a 600mm diameter pier foundation. The pier was designed to support 60 tons but was tested up to 90 tons (150% of design load). Settlement readings were taken from 4 gauges (R1-R4) at increasing load levels of 0 tons (0% load), 30 tons (50% load) and 60 tons (100% load). Maximum settlement of 1.39mm was observed under the full 60 ton design load, well within acceptable limits. The pier foundation performed satisfactorily under the increased zone load test.
This document summarizes the results of a zone load test on a 600mm diameter pier foundation. The pier was designed to support 60 tons but was tested up to 90 tons (150% of design load). Settlement readings were taken from 4 gauges (R1-R4) at increasing load levels of 0 tons (0% load), 30 tons (50% load) and 60 tons (100% load). Maximum settlement of 1.39mm was observed under the full 60 ton design load, well within acceptable limits. The pier foundation performed satisfactorily under the increased zone load test.
This document summarizes the results of a zone load test on a 600mm diameter pier foundation. The pier was designed to support 60 tons but was tested up to 90 tons (150% of design load). Settlement readings were taken from 4 gauges (R1-R4) at increasing load levels of 0 tons (0% load), 30 tons (50% load) and 60 tons (100% load). Maximum settlement of 1.39mm was observed under the full 60 ton design load, well within acceptable limits. The pier foundation performed satisfactorily under the increased zone load test.