Triaxial
Triaxial soil testing measures a soil or rock sample’s shear strength by placing the sample in a pressurized chamber and shearing it until the sample fails. Once the sample is inside the triaxial soil testing machine, the device applies stress along multiple axes from the parallel platens that bookend the specimen. When the sample fails, the machine collects data regarding the sample’s stress and strain characteristics. This data can be used to determine how stable soil is for construction purposes and figure out whether it will collapse or support the structure.
Forney stocks several different models of triaxial testing machines and accessories. For example, take a look at our six-inch diameter triaxial test chamber, which features clear acrylic chambers with heavy walls. The chamber’s aluminum caps have dual drain ports, while the top cap has quick disconnect fittings, allowing for a simple setup.
This triaxial soil testing machine has a ground and polished stainless steel piston, sealed with a lubed u-cup for low breakaway friction. In addition, you’ll receive some other triaxial soil test equipment, including sample caps, sample stones, a piston lock, and a dial indicator support bracket. We also offer dial indicators and digital two-channel readouts with displacement transducers.
If you’re looking to test the flexwall permeability of soil samples, check out our flexwall permeability chambers, available in several sizes. Not sure which of our triaxial testing machines and accessories you need for your soil testing processes? Simply contact Forney at our convenience, and we can help you determine which of our products best suits your requirements.
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Specimen Height Indicator, Flexwall Permeability ChamberSKU: LA-3663-01
Specimen Height Indicator, Flexwall Permeability
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Flexwall Permeability Chamber, 4 In (101.6 mm) , 6 In (152.4 mm) Cap Pedestal, StainlessSKU: LA-3663-SS
Flexwall Permeability Chamber, 4 In (101.6 mm) , 6 In (152.4 mm) Cap Pedestal, Stainless
