Non-Destructive Pole Testing
THOR Poletest® enables fast, non-destructive testing of wooden utility poles, delivering objective results in under a minute. Trusted by utilities across the world, it supports safer, data-driven decisions through field-ready tools integrated with the THOR Portal.
What is Thor Poletest?
THOR Poletest® is a complete, non-destructive testing technology for wooden utility poles. Using stress wave propagation it delivers reliable, repeatable, and reproducible insights in under a minute.
It is engineered for utility engineers, field inspectors, and asset managers who oversee essential infrastructure. We empower you to overcome challenges like aging infrastructure, resource constraints, and subjective assessments, ensuring safer networks and smarter investments.
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The THOR Field Kit is a rugged, IP65-rated testing tool purpose-built for field use. It comes in a durable, hand-carry protective case and includes two main components: a geophone and a hammer.
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The THOR Mobile App guides users through each test with clear, step-by-step visuals. It captures pole details, confirms safety checks, and instantly displays results through an intuitive traffic light system, reflecting the assessed health condition of each pole.
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The THOR Portal offers a detailed view of your entire pole network. Users can filter and rank poles by PHI™ or region, and visualize health data through GIS mapping.
How to do a test with
Thor Poletest?
STEP 1 - Approach the pole with the THOR Field Kit and a mobile device with the THOR app installed.
STEP 2 - Confirm the pole is accessible and safe to perform the test. Enter the pole ID, select the pole type, and measure the diameter.
STEP 3 - Position the geophone at the base and apply four hammer strikes.
STEP 4 - The pole health results are instantly displayed in the mobile app and automatically synced to the THOR Portal for centralized data access and network-wide visibility.
Testimonials
“Ausgrid’s trial gave us the confidence to introduce THOR Poletest as part of our asset management system. It is fast and accurate, removing the need for traditional invasive inspections on many of our poles.”
— Ausgrid Energy
One of the largest Utilities in Australia
“KIUC has found the previous practice of drilling to assess pole strength and serviceability introduces an additional risk of rot and strength degradation at the evaluated drill holes near the base of the pole.”
— Kaua’I Island Cooperative
An Electricity Co-op in Hawaii
“Our routine inspection programme throughout our networks is strengthened by the reliable data we get from THOR’s traffic light system because it gives us objective results.”
— PowerNet Limited
One of the largest Utilities in New Zealand
Tell us About Your Network
Tell us a little about your wooden pole network, and we’ll prepare customized information for you. Our team will respond at the earliest possible time.