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Instrumented Rockbolts (VW)

Instrumented Rockbolts (VW)
The Model 4910 Instrumented Rockbolt comprises a vibrating wire strain gage located inside a short length of standard threaded rockbolt or rebar. This short length is then connected via a coupling to a longer length of the same bolt material. The instrumented rockbolt is installed in the same manner as conventional rockbolts, making sure that…
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Load Cells (Electrical Resistance)

Load Cells (Electrical Resistance)
The Model 3000 Load Cell is made from an annulus of high-strength steel or aluminum, with electrical resistance strain gages in a Wheatstone Bridge configuration. The load cell is designed primarily for use on tiebacks and rock bolts, although they may be used during pile load tests and for monitoring loads in cross lot struts…
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