Pile Test Equipment
Hydraulic jacking systems, load cells and dial gauges for static pile load tests from 1 to 2,000 tons.
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WHAT IS PILE TEST EQUIPMENT?
Pile test equipment is used to load a driven or drilled pile and measure how it responds, confirming it can safely carry its design load. In a static load test, high-capacity hydraulic jacks push against a reaction frame anchored by reaction piles or kentledge while a load cell measures the applied force and dial gauges record pile movement. WB Equipment supplies complete jacking systems from 1 to 2,000 tons, with manual, electric or automatic control and calibrations traceable to NIST.
PILE TEST EQUIPMENT
High-Capacity Jacks
PILE TEST EQUIPMENT
Load Cells & Readouts
PILE TEST EQUIPMENT
Dial Gauge Sets
PILE TEST EQUIPMENT
Automatic Test Pumps
RENTALS
WB Equipment has provided jack & cylinder rentals for over 30 years,
We offer both short- and long-term rental options. Our extensive rental fleet includes high-quality hydraulic jacks, cylinders, torque and tension tools, lifting systems, and other specialized equipment. Serving industries such as construction, infrastructure, and energy,
SALES
WB Equipment provides hydraulic equipment rentals for the whole of the USA.
WB Equipment Rentals provides reliable, high-quality machinery for construction, industrial, and commercial projects. Their inventory includes hydraulic tools, lifting equipment, and power solutions designed for efficiency and safety.
SERVICE
WB Equipment has provided hydraulic jack & cylinder sevicing for over 30 years,
WB Equipment Servicing ensures machinery reliability through preventative maintenance, expert repairs, and safety checks. It minimizes downtime, extends equipment lifespan, and supports efficient, safe operations across industrial and construction environments.
Pile Test Equipment
"Power Under Pressure:
Pile Test Equipment from WB Equipment Corp."
1 to 2,000 Tons:
Jacking equipment to test driven and drilled piles of every size.
Largest Inventory:
One of the largest North American inventories of hydraulic jacks and load cells.
Calibrated In House:
All calibrations traceable to NIST, with certificates supplied.
On-Site Support:
Trained personnel available for setup, training and recording test results. [1]
OTHER PRODUCTS AVAILABLE FOR RENTAL
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PEJ1401B, Two Speed, Electric Hydraulic Pump, 4/3 Manual Valve,115V, Use with Double-Acting Cylinders
Product code: PEJ1401B
Max pressure: 10,000 psi
Power source: Electric
Action type: Double-acting
Capacity: 1.5 gal
Motor voltage: 115 V
HA7206B, 6ft., Thermo-plastic High Pressure Hydraulic Hose, .25 in. Internal Diameter
Product code: HA7206B
Oil capacity: 3.54 in³
Maximum pressure: 10,000 psi
Accuracy: 1% of full scale
Thread: 1/4 NPTF in
Gauge adaptor: GA3
GF813P, Hydraulic Force and Pressure Gauge, Imperial Scale, for use with 20, 30, and 60 ton Cylinders
Product code: GF813P
Tonnage range: 20, 30 & 60 ton
Face diameter: 4 in
Accuracy: 1% of full scale
Thread: 1/4 NPTF in
Gauge adaptor: GA3
Enerpac P39 Single Speed ULTIMA Steel Hydraulic Hand Pump, 41 in³ Usable Oil, 10,000 psi
RENT NOW!Product code: P39
Max pressure: 10,000 psi
Max flow rate: 0.15 in³/stroke
Fluid capacity: 41 in³
Action type: Single-acting
Power type: Manual hand
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Popular Categories
Enerpac & Simplex - Hydraulic Cylinders
Enerpac Cylinders
Low-Height Cylinders
Low-profile cylinders designed for low clearance applications
Capacity: 5 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 0.24 – 2.44 in
Collapsed Height: 1.08 – 7.56 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Lock Nut Cylinders
Mechanically locking cylinders for safely holding a load
Capacity: 20 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 1.77 – 11.81 in
Collapsed Height: 4.94 – 28.90 in
Enerpac Cylinders
High Tonnage Cylinders
Cylinders with the highest quality construction for enhanced durability
Capacity: 50 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 1.97 – 11.81 in
Collapsed Height: 5.91 – 28.90 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Double-Acting Cylinders
Precise control and speed: the plunger advances and retracts hydraulically
Capacity: 4 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 1.13 – 48 in
Collapsed Height: 7.19 – 64.75 in
Simplex Cylinders
Lock Nut Cylinders
Lock nut cylinders for extended, mechanically locked load holding
Capacity: 34 – 575 tons
Stroke: 1.77 – 11.81 in
Simplex Cylinders
High Tonnage Cylinders
Heavy-duty single- and double-acting cylinders, with lock nut options
Capacity: Up to the 1,000-ton class
Stroke: 1.77 – 11.81 in
Simplex Cylinders
Center-Hole Cylinders
Single- and double-acting cylinders with a center tube for pulling and tensioning with a rod or cable
Capacity: 12 – 646 tons
Stroke: 0.31 – 10.12 in
Simplex Cylinders
Low Height Cylinders
Compact, low height cylinders for tight spaces
Capacity: 10 – 150 tons
Stroke: 0.44 – 2.44 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Hollow Plunger Cylinders
Hollow bore cylinders for pulling and tensioning with a bar or cable
Capacity: 12 – 660 tons
Stroke: 0.31 – 10.13 in
Center Hole Diameter: 0.68 – 5.31 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Lightweight Cylinders
Durable aluminum cylinders for applications where weight is a factor
Capacity: 10 – 150 tons
Stroke: 1.97 – 9.84 in
Collapsed Height: 6.06 – 20.59 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Pull Cylinders
Cylinders designed for pulling objects together or apart
Capacity: 2.5 – 60 tons
Stroke: 5.00 – 6.02 in
Collapsed Height: 10.44 – 43.71 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Telescopic Cylinders
Multi-stage cylinders designed for extended lift heights
Capacity: 5 – 75 tons
Stroke: 0.67 – 23.62 in
Collapsed Height: 1.77 – 18.74 in
Simplex Cylinders
General Purpose Cylinders
General purpose cylinders built to ANSI/ASME B30.1, rated 10,000 psi
Capacity: 5 – 150 tons
Stroke: 0.62 – 24 in
Simplex Cylinders
Aluminum Cylinders
Lightweight aluminum cylinders, including spring return, lock nut and center hole models
Capacity: 30 – 150 tons
Stroke: 2 – 10 in
Simplex Cylinders
Pull Cylinders
Single- and double-acting pull cylinders
Capacity: 2 – 100 tons
Stroke: 5 – 6 in
Simplex Cylinders
Cylinder Tonnages
The full Simplex cylinder range, sorted by tonnage
Capacity Class: 2 – 1,000 tons
Max Pressure: 10,000 psi
Enerpac Cylinders
Production Cylinders
High cycle cylinders compatible with mounting attachments to simplify fixturing
Capacity: 4 – 25 tons
Stroke: 1.13 – 10.25 in
Collapsed Height: 7.31 – 20.69 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Long Stroke Cylinders
12 to 48 in stroke cylinders designed for extended lift heights
Capacity: 10 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 12 – 48 in
Collapsed Height: 12.48 – 64.75 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Climbing Jacks
Designed for incremental lifting and lowering with cribbing
Capacity: 55 – 220 tons
Stroke: 5.91 – 6.34 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Single-Acting Cylinders
Simple operation: the plunger advances hydraulically in one direction
Capacity: 2.5 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 0.24 – 23.62 in
Collapsed Height: 1.08 – 43.71 in
Enerpac Cylinders
General Purpose Cylinders
Versatile steel cylinders designed for a wide range of applications
Capacity: 5 – 500 tons
Stroke: 0.63 – 48.00 in
Collapsed Height: 1.63 – 64.75 in
Enerpac Cylinders
Cylinder Tonnage
Enerpac cylinders categorized by tonnage
Capacity: 2.5 – 1,000 tons
Stroke: 0.24 – 48.00 in
Collapsed Height: 1.08 – 64.75 in
Custom Cylinders
Center-Hole Cylinders
Center-hole cylinders designed and built by WB Equipment to your required capacity, stroke and hole size. Call our engineers to discuss your application.
VIEW PRODUCTSEnerpac Cylinders
Strand Jacks
Computer-controlled strand jacks for lifting and lowering very heavy loads
Capacity: 17 – 1,405 tons
Stroke: 9.8 – 23.6 in
Max Pressure: 5,000 psi
PILE TEST EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS
📘 What Is Pile Load Testing?
A pile load test applies a known force to a foundation pile and measures its movement, proving the pile capacity in the actual ground conditions.
Static axial compression tests are the most common. Tension (uplift) and lateral load tests use similar equipment arranged in different ways.
Static load test points have proven to save money by allowing more efficient pile designs while providing accurate data.
⭐ Key Features & Benefits of Our Pile Test Equipment
WB Equipment pile test systems are built for accurate, reliable tests.
High capacity
Single jacks and multi-jack systems up to 2,000 tons.
Control options
Manual, electric or automatic load holding.
Load cells
Resistance and vibrating wire cells from 1 to 1,500 tons.
Movement measurement
Digital and manual dial indicators from 1 to 20 in travel.
Calibrated systems
Jacks, gauges and load cells calibrated as matched sets.
Overnight shipping
Equipment delivered anywhere in North America.
🔧 Equipment Used for Pile Load Testing
A typical static pile test uses:
• High-capacity hydraulic jacks or center-hole jacks
• Electric or automatic load-maintaining pumps
• Load cell with digital readout box
• Calibrated pressure gauges
• Dial indicators and travel dial sets on reference beams
• Spherical bearing plates and steel plates
• Hoses, manifolds and data logging equipment
🏗️ Common Applications for Pile Test Equipment
Pile test equipment is commonly used for:
• Static axial compression load tests
• Tension (uplift) pile tests
• Lateral load tests
• Driven steel, concrete and timber piles
• Drilled shafts and micropiles
• Helical piles and anchors
• Bridge, building and DOT foundation projects
📈 Advantages of Static Pile Load Testing
A properly equipped load test provides:
Proven capacity
Direct measurement of how the pile performs in the ground.
Cost savings
Can justify more efficient pile designs and lengths.
Reliable data
Load cells and dial gauges give accurate load-movement curves.
Compliance
Meets project specifications and DOT requirements.
Risk reduction
Confirms foundations before construction proceeds.
⚠️ Limitations to Plan For
Pile load testing needs careful planning. Plan for:
• Reaction system: reaction piles, anchors or kentledge
• Test load, often up to twice the design load
• Jack capacity with a margin above the maximum test load
• Reference beams independent of the test and reaction piles
• Load holding for long hold periods
• Current calibrations for jacks, gauges and load cells
• Trained personnel and safety exclusion zones
💡 Why Choose WB Equipment?
One supplier
Jacks, pumps, load cells and dial gauges from one source.
Engineering advice
Help selecting jacks and equipment for your test.
Rent or buy
Rent complete pile test systems or buy for your firm.
Nationwide delivery
Overnight shipping anywhere in North America.
🏭 Industries That Use Pile Test Equipment
• Geotechnical and testing firms
• Pile driving and deep foundation contractors
• Bridge and highway contractors
• Departments of transportation
• Port, marine and energy projects
• Building and infrastructure developers
• Engineering consultants
🧭 How to Choose the Correct Pile Test Equipment
Selecting the right equipment depends on:
• Maximum test load and jack capacity
• Compression, tension or lateral test type
• Reaction frame layout and available height
• Manual, electric or automatic load holding
• Load cell capacity and readout type
• Number of dial gauges and travel range
• Test duration and data recording needs
WB Equipment can help select the correct pile test equipment. Call 866-522-5464.
📋 What We Need From You
To quote or recommend equipment, please send:
• Pile type and size
• Design load and maximum test load
• Test type: compression, tension or lateral
• Reaction system details
• Load cell and data recording needs
• Jobsite location and test date
• Project specifications
Renting Pile Load Test Equipment
Most pile tests happen only once or twice per project, so renting the jacking system is far more economical than buying it. WB Equipment rents complete static pile test systems from 1 to 2,000 tons: high-capacity jacks, pumps with manual, electric or automatic control, load cells, readouts, dial gauges and reference beams.
Every jack and load cell is calibrated before it ships, with certificates supplied, and we help size the system to your test load and reaction setup.
Where Is Pile Test Equipment Used?
Pile load tests prove that foundations can carry their design loads before construction continues. Typical tests include:
● Compression tests: loading driven or drilled piles against a reaction frame or kentledge.
● Tension tests: pulling piles upward to check uplift capacity.
● Lateral tests: pushing piles sideways to measure deflection.
● Proof tests: loading working piles to confirm installation quality.
● Design tests: establishing pile capacities for new sites or pile types.
Our team can advise on jack layout, reaction capacity and readings so the test meets your specification.
Your Questions Answered - Pile Test Equipment
What is a static pile load test?
A test where a hydraulic jack applies increasing load to a pile against a reaction system while load and pile movement are measured.
What equipment is needed for a pile load test?
Hydraulic jacks, a pump, load cell and readout, pressure gauges, dial indicators on reference beams and bearing plates.
How much load can your equipment apply?
WB Equipment supplies jacking systems from 1 to 2,000 tons.
What is the reaction system?
The structure the jack pushes against, usually a steel beam anchored to reaction piles or loaded with kentledge (dead weight).
Why use a load cell as well as a gauge?
A load cell measures force directly, giving a more accurate reading than calculating load from jack pressure alone.
How is pile movement measured?
Dial indicators or displacement transducers are mounted on reference beams that are independent of the test and reaction piles.
Can the pump hold load automatically?
Yes. Electric and automatic pumps can maintain a constant load during long hold periods.
Is the equipment calibrated?
Yes. All calibrations are performed in house, traceable to NIST, and certificates are supplied.
Can you test tension and lateral loads?
Yes. We supply center-hole jacks and equipment for uplift and lateral load tests.
Can you provide personnel on site?
Yes. Trained staff can help with setup, training and monitoring and recording of load test results.
How fast can you ship?
We can ship equipment overnight anywhere in North America.
Can I rent pile test equipment?
Yes. Complete pile test systems are available to rent for each project.
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