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Floor Load Capacity Testing Services in London and Across the United Kingdom

August 18, 2025
In today’s complex construction and demolition projects, understanding the limits of your structures is not just best practice—it’s essential. Swantest delivers comprehensive structural testing solutions across all project phases, from superstructure and substructure to the geotechnical substrate, ensuring that safety, compliance and efficiency remain at the forefront.

With a strong focus on precision, Swantest combines deep technical expertise with advanced testing methodologies to safeguard structural integrity under a wide range of project conditions. 

Their services are specifically designed to meet the demands of challenging construction, demolition and civil engineering environments.

For more information or any enquiry, get in touch:

Operations Manager: Mihai Chelmus


Expertise in Load Capacity Testing

One of Swantest’s core competencies lies in load capacity testing. Understanding the load-bearing capability of an existing floor slab is crucial for planning safe and efficient demolition projects. Conventional top-down demolition often relies on heavy machinery, dismantling structures progressively, floor by floor. Determining whether a floor can safely support this machinery is critical for both safety and project efficiency.

Unlike purely analytical design checks, Swantest’s physical load testing provides a practical, real-world assessment of structural performance. By monitoring deflection limits under applied loads, the team can verify whether heavier machinery can be safely used, potentially unlocking significant time and cost savings.

Test loads are typically applied using hydraulic cylinders, though alternative methods such as water-filled containers or precast concrete blocks can also be employed, depending on project requirements. Every assessment follows recognised industry standards, with appropriate safety factors incorporated. Upon completion, clients receive a comprehensive report and detailed analysis for every test conducted.

Beyond Floor Slabs: Diverse Structural Testing

Swantest’s expertise extends beyond existing slabs in demolition projects. The company has successfully applied similar testing principles to a variety of structures, including:

  • Ground-bearing slabs and pile groups to monitor settlement
  • Timber jetties in water for refurbishment work
  • Areas of buildings undergoing a change of use
  • Older timber floors with unknown conditions
  • Lifting beams and gantry cranes
  • Suspended slabs intended for stockpile areas

This breadth of experience highlights Swantest’s adaptability and commitment to ensuring structural safety across diverse environments.

Partner with Swantest

Whether you’re preparing for a complex demolition, refurbishing an aging structure, or repurposing an existing building, Swantest offers the precision, safety, and technical expertise you need to make informed decisions.