ROCK MECHANICS
Rock Direct Shear Testing Machines for Joints & Interfaces
Direct shear systems measure shear load and displacement under controlled normal loading to characterize discontinuities that often govern rock-mass behavior.
Available Products
2 products in this category
500 kN Servo Rock Direct Shear System
Servo-controlled 500 kN normal and 500 kN shear system for intact rock, discontinuities, weak planes, and rock-concrete interfaces.
1000 kN Rock Weak-Plane Direct Shear System
High-capacity closed-loop direct shear system with 1000 kN normal loading and 600 kN horizontal loading for rock joints and interfaces.
Standards & Method References
Listed products reference the following rock testing methods where specified. Confirm the applicable edition, specimen geometry, loading configuration, calibration, and reporting requirements before ordering.
ISRM Suggested Methods
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