FIXUROOF : Pull Tester Dade County Protocol

The Fixuroof portable pull-tester is an accurate unit, designed for testing in the field the pull-out force of base ply fastener. Easily determine whether the mechanical fastener provides sufficient resistance to static uplift force to meet the wind load requirements.

The Fixuroof pull-tester is specially designed for the following domains:

• Proof the good installation of base sheets and roof covers
• Determine the quality and uniformity of the installed materials
• Validate the integrity of the deck

The Fixuroof pull-tester is an essential tool in roofing industries, where it is important to ensure the good installation of the base ply fastener.

This dedicated kit comes with a full range of accessories:

• A Pull tester (with its calibrated gauge 300lb, analog or digital)
• Flexible fabric lifter foot LFF3500 (shank: 5/8” – Head: 1.25-3.5”)
• 10 x replacement fabric membrane PLFF35002S

How it works:
Insert a sample of the base sheet into a 12” x 12” jig with a 8” diameter opening in the center. A fastener is then placed through the base sheet in the center of the opening in the jig. The fastener is secured to the upper jaw of the pull-tester and the frame of the tester on the deck. The force is exerted in a direct line parallel to the shank of the fastener by using the hand crank until failure occurs.

Application:

• Poured gypsum, lightweight concrete and cementitious wood fiber deck roof.
• Base sheet, base ply, and lite-deck fasteners
• Roofing Inspection

Can be used in accordance with Standards: Dade County PA 105-95 A