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![Why Measuring Torque Matters](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/Digital%20Torque%20Indicator%20Blog.png)
Written by Tim Staelens
The torque-to-capacity relationship for helical anchors and piles is an empirical method originally...
![Guy Anchor Testing Procedure](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/tension%20test.jpg)
Written by Tim Staelens
Predicting the holding capacity of an anchor can be difficult due to soil variations at different...
![4 Reasons to Field Test Helical Guy Anchors](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/anchors%20blog%20-%20load%20test%201.jpg)
Written by Tim Staelens
The reliability of our overhead power and communication lines is as important today as ever before....
![How to Install Helical Anchors for Utility Poles in Rock-Hard Soil](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/Guy-Anchors-Blog.jpg)
Written by Tim Staelens
Caliche is best described as salt-cemented sand. Naturally occurring in arid and semi-arid regions,...
![Calibration of CHANCE Wireless Torque Indicators](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/Wireless%20Torque%20Indicator%20Calibration%20Blog.png)
Written by Tim Staelens
It is well-documented that the best method for predicting the capacity of helical piles and anchors...
![12 Steps to Install Earth Anchors: Round Rod and SS Anchors](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/TwineyeAdapterPullingEyeGuyGripINSTLN.jpg)
Written by Tim Staelens
Once all safety concerns have been addressed, attach the Kelly bar adapter and installing tool...
![Maintaining your Anchor Tools](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/Torque%20Indicator%20Drawing.png)
Written by Tim Staelens
As with most mechanical devices, CHANCE® anchor-installing tools periodically require maintenance...
![7 Steps to Install Expanding Rock Anchors](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/rock%20anchor%20web.jpg)
Written by Tim Staelens
Choose anchor site carefully. Rock anchors will only perform effectively in solid competent rock...
![How to Use Power-Installed Screw Anchors](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/PISA%20anchor.png)
Written by Tim Staelens
"Proper alignment" and "down pressure" are simple phrases to summarize proper anchor installation...
![Use Proper Tooling in Anchor Installation](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/6-10-11%20016.jpg)
Written by Tim Staelens
It is essential to use installing tools and anchors that are properly rated for trucks during the...
![Understanding Grouted Rock Anchors](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/Grouted%20Rock%20Anchors.png)
Written by Tim Staelens
The CHANCE® grouted rock anchor is designed to be used in situations where the soil is too rocky to...
![The Science of Soil Mechanics & Holding Capacity](https://blog.hubbell.com/hubfs/PISA-690190-edited.png)
Written by Tim Staelens
Historical Analysis During the early development of the screw anchor, the load resistance of an...