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Screws Pull-Out Test by Qualitest Canada

Qualitest Canada provides specialized Screws Pull-Out Test throughout Canada, backed by experienced technicians and calibrated hydraulic load-testing equipment. We perform on-site pull testing for anchors, rebars, screws/fasteners, handrails / guardrails, lifting lugs, and cast-in inserts—helping contractors, engineers, owners, and inspectors confirm that installed fixings meet project loads and applicable code/standard requirements. Our coverage area extends to almost every major city and town in Canada including Mississauga, Hamilton, Sarnia, Milton, St. Catharines, Ottawa, Brampton, Sudbury, London, Markham, Vaughan, Kitchener, Windsor, Vancouver, Surrey, Langley, Richmond, Delta, Burnaby, Victoria, Kitimat, Dawson Creek, Kelowna, Kamloops, Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Peace River, Grande Prairie, Fort McMurray, Regina, and Saskatoon.

What is Pull-Out Testing?

Pull-Out Testing is a non-destructive or controlled-destructive test used to verify the load capacity of installed fixings in concrete, masonry, steel, or other structural substrates. It helps confirm whether anchors, rebars, inserts, fasteners, and similar embedded elements can safely resist tension loads (and sometimes proof loads) required by design.

Pull testing is commonly used to:

  • Verify installation quality (drilling depth, adhesive curing, embedment, torque, etc.)
  • Validate design assumptions and field conditions
  • Support quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA)
  • Reduce risk of failure in critical structures and safety-related installations

Why Choose Qualitest Canada?

  • Nationwide capability. Local response in Alberta, BC and Ontario.
  • Qualitest Canada is a recognized provider of construction material testing and inspection services.
  • We deliver accurate pull-test data using calibrated equipment and documented procedures aligned with relevant standards and project specifications.

What you can expect:

  • Experienced technicians and field-ready load frames / hydraulic jacks
  • Clear reporting: test setup, location IDs, proof/ultimate loads, pass/fail vs criteria
  • Same-day/next-day availability (project dependent)
  • Testing support for contractors, consultants, owners, and third-party inspectors

Pull-Out Testing Services We Provide

1) DFF & LIM Inserts Pull-Out Testing

  • Qualitest provides pull testing for insert types used in precast and concrete embed applications, including DFF and LIM inserts (as specified by your project/engineer). Testing can be performed as:
  • Proof load testing (pass/fail)
  • Controlled destructive testing (ultimate capacity), where permitted

2) Anchor Pull-Out Testing (Mechanical & Adhesive Anchors)

  • We test installed anchors to verify tension capacity and installation quality for:
  • Wedge anchors, sleeve anchors, drop-in anchors
  • Epoxy / chemical anchors and adhesive systems
  • Post-installed anchors for structural and non-structural attachments
  • Common uses: baseplates, equipment supports, pipe racks, brackets, signage, racking systems, structural retrofits.

3) Rebar Pull-Out Testing (Bond Strength Verification)

  • Rebar pull-out testing verifies the bond and anchorage performance of reinforcement in concrete, including:
  • Post-installed rebar (epoxy dowels)
  • Development length and embedment verification (as required by spec)
  • Reinforcement installed for retrofits, extensions, and repairs
  • Common uses: rebar doweling for slabs/walls, seismic upgrades, rebar extensions, bridge and infrastructure repairs.

4) Screws Pull-Out Testing (Fasteners in Concrete / Steel / Wood)

  • We test screws and fasteners where pull resistance must be confirmed, including:
  • Concrete screws and specialty fasteners
  • Structural screws in timber applications
  • Fasteners used in steel-to-substrate assemblies (where applicable)
  • Common uses: framing connections, fixtures, support clips, attachments to concrete/masonry.

5) Handrail / Guardrail Pull-Out Testing (Safety-Critical)

  • Handrails and guardrails are often safety-rated and require proof testing of:
  • Posts and baseplates
  • Anchors/bolts fixing rails to concrete
  • Balustrade systems and barrier attachments
  • Common uses: stairs, balconies, ramps, public facilities, commercial buildings.

6) Lifting Lug Pull-Out / Proof Load Testing

  • We test lifting lugs and lifting points to verify:
  • Installed capacity against required proof loads
  • Anchorage adequacy and weld/attachment readiness (as applicable)
  • Safety compliance for lifting operations
  • Common uses: precast handling points, equipment lifting pads, temporary lifting attachments.

7) Cast-In Inserts Pull-Out Testing (Restrained & Unrestrained)

  • We test cast-in inserts in concrete to confirm installed capacity and suitability for lifting/handling/attachments, including:
  • Unrestrained inserts: load applied without additional restraint conditions
    Restrained inserts: load applied with restraint consistent with the intended configuration
  • Typical applications: precast panels, embeds, utility inserts, anchors for attachments.

How On-Site Pull Testing Works

  • Review requirements (drawing/spec/engineer’s criteria, required proof load, acceptance rules)
  • Select test locations and mark IDs (gridlines, elevations, anchor/inset numbers)
  • Set up the reaction frame and hydraulic jack/load cell
  • Apply load at a controlled rate to proof/target load (or to failure if required)
  • Record results, displacement (when required), and observations
  • Provide a formal report with pass/fail conclusions based on project criteria

Pull-Out Testing

Standards & Compliance (As Applicable)

Testing can be performed to requirements referenced in your specifications, including commonly used guidance from:

  • ASTM / ACI / CSA (project-dependent)
  • Manufacturer installation instructions and ICC/ESR-related criteria (when referenced)
  • Engineer-of-Record (EOR) proof load requirements
  • (Final governing criteria should always be your project specifications and engineer’s requirements.)

Benefits of Pull-Out Testing

  • Confirms load-bearing capacity of installed fixings
  • Reduces risk of structural or safety failures
  • Validates design assumptions and installation practices
  • Supports QA/QC documentation and close-out requirements
  • Builds confidence for critical infrastructure and public safety components

Industries We Serve

  • Commercial & Residential Construction
  • Infrastructure (bridges, transit, roadworks)
  • Industrial plants and heavy fabrication
  • Oil & Gas, energy, and utilities
  • Transportation and civil works mainly railway and highways 
  • Maintenance, shutdowns, and retrofit projects

Other Services by Qualitest Canada

In addition to pull-out testing across Canada, Qualitest also provides:

  1. Steel & Welding inspection and Testing
  2. Durometer Hardness Testing (Shore A / Shore D)
  3. HDPE Burst Testing
  4. Geotechnical Investigation
  5. Environmental Site Assessments (ESA Phase I, II & III)
  6. Utility Locating & GPR Services
  7. Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Request a Quote – Screws Pull-Out Testing

Need Screws Pull-Out Testing, Rebar Pull-Out Testing, or proof-load testing for handrails, lifting lugs, Inserts, or Anchors in Toronto?

Email: admin@qualitests.com

  • Ontario Office: 5, 760 Laurentian Dr, Burlington, ON L7N 3V6, Canada | (647) 464-9480
  • Alberta Office: 702 – 23rd Ave, Nisku, AB T9E 7Y6, Canada | (780) 851-2020
  • British Columbia Office: 112, 13085 115 Ave, Surrey, BC V3R 0C3, Canada | (778) 381-7376