Static pile testing jacks, also known as pile load testing jacks, are specialized devices used in civil engineering and construction to perform load tests on deep foundations, such as piles and drilled shafts. These tests are crucial to assess the load-bearing capacity and overall integrity of the foundation and ensure that it meets the design requirements.
The static pile load test gives the most accurate indication of the capacity of the in-place pile. It is performed using a reaction method. The test procedure involves applying an axial load to the top of the test pile with one or more hydraulic jacks.