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Pile Dynamics manufactures reliable and durable strain sensors and accelerometers for high strain dynamic foundation testing. Their Pile Driving Analyzer (PDA) system processes electronic signals from these sensors, providing accurate measurements and capacity estimations. The sensors are traceable to NIST specifications and come in both traditional and wireless versions, suitable for various foundation applications.

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Strains and Accelerators PDI ProductDetail 2

Pile Dynamics manufactures reliable and durable strain sensors and accelerometers for high strain dynamic foundation testing. Their Pile Driving Analyzer (PDA) system processes electronic signals from these sensors, providing accurate measurements and capacity estimations. The sensors are traceable to NIST specifications and come in both traditional and wireless versions, suitable for various foundation applications.

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Strains and Accelerometers

Strain Sensors and Accelerometers


For high strain dynamic foundation testing and
other applications

Reliable. Convenient. Durable.


Strain Sensors and Accelerometers manufactured
by Pile Dynamics are reliable, convenient to install
and remove, and highly durable. The Pile Driving
Analyzer ® (PDA) system reads and processes
electronic signals collected by Accelerometers and
Strain Sensors (also known as Strain Transducers).

PDI’s CAPWAP Signal Matching software helps


estimate the force and resistance (capacity)
along the length of the pile/shaft, proportionally.
Embedding gages into the pile provides more
accurate measurements of resistances and
CAPWAP/capacity estimation along the pile length.
CAPWAP also estimates the capacity along the
length when strain/force measurements are taken
at the pile top with standard strain sensors.

• Accuracy: PDI sensors collect high acceleration


signals at high micro strain (strain sensors) and
“g” (accelerometers) levels
• Traceability: PDI sensors are traceable to National
Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)
specifications. Calibration sheets are furnished
with each sensor. Pile Dynamics recommends
that sensors be recalibrated at least every two
years, in accordance with ASTM D-4945
• Versatility: In addition to collecting data for
high strain dynamic foundation testing with
the Pile Driving Analyzer ® (PDA) system, PR
accelerometers are also used for SPT hammer
• Available in wireless or traditional
energy calibration with either the PDA or the SPT
(cabled) versions
Analyzer. SPT hammer calibration also requires a
specially instrumented SPT rod • Collects electronic signals processed by
the Pile Driving Analyzer® (PDA)
PDI strain sensors are compatible with other • Accelerometers may be Piezoelectric
applications requiring strain measurements, such (PE) or Piezoresistive (PR)
as static load monitoring and structural monitoring
• PR accelerometers are recommended
of bridges and other structures.
for SPT applications
Smart Sensor Technology
All accelerometers and strain transducers include Smart Sensor Technology which automatically
provides the sensor serial number and calibration information to the PDA. The PDA recognizes the
sensors, knows to which channel of data acquisition each sensor is connected, and reads their
serial number, calibration, and date of last calibration.

Traditional (Cabled) and Wireless Versions


The same sensor is used in either traditional
or wireless applications. A main cable
connected to the PDA may be better suited
for SPT calibration and/or offshore pile driving
monitoring.

Installation
When used for Dynamic Foundation Testing or
Pile Driving Monitoring, accelerometers and
strain sensors are bolted to the foundation,
usually at a length of approximately two to
three diameters below the top. Strain sensors are
attached symmetrically around the neutral axis
of the foundation to account for bending effects,
and accelerometers are attached near the strain
sensors. Typically, two or four pairs of sensors are
used for routine foundation testing. Attachment
procedure varies depending on the type of
foundation, but is generally quick.

• Steel Pipe Piles: drill and tap holes; magnetic


drilling guide available
• Steel H Piles: drill clearance holes and install
bolts / nuts
• Timber Piles: attach with lag bolts
• Concrete Piles and Shafts: drill holes and
embed anchors; metal drilling guide available

For drilled shafts, augered cast in place, spiral


welded piles and other non-uniform foundation
applications, four strain sensors are connected
using anchors to assess bending stresses along
two axis.

Pile Dynamics, Inc. (PDI) is the world leader in developing, manufacturing and supplying
state of the art QA/QC products and systems for the deep foundations industry. The
company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, USA, with offices and representatives
worldwide. For additional information visit us at www.pile.com or contact info@pile.com.

www.pile.com | +1 (216) 831-6131 | info@pile.com

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