With all projects regardless of size and scope, the success and longevity are very much based on the types of materials used. By ensuring that testing conducted on these materials is in line with industry standards, project managers are then able to make insightful decisions on how the materials can be used within the construction process.
Coffey Testing can assist with a wide scope of projects, where we are accredited for testing and take quality assurance seriously. With a large working force of experienced technicians, we can conduct the ins and outs that are involved with on-site concrete trials.
What is on-site concrete trialing?
An on-site concrete trial includes everything from initially sampling and testing the aggregates used for the mix design to confirm suitability, testing the concrete for strength, workability and several other characteristics required to meet the design specification.
Types of testing include:
- PSD including -75 micron
- Flakiness Index
- Particle Shape by Proportional Caliper
- Wet/Dry Strength Variation
- Los Angeles Abrasion Value
- Particle Density and Water Absorption
- Clay and Fine Slit Content, and
- Organic Impurities.
- Slump or Spread Test
- Compressive Strength
- Mass Per Unit Volume
- Flexural Strength
- Drying Shrinkage
- Air Content
- Fresh Density MPUV, and
- Chloride and Sulphate Content of Hardened Concrete.
What industries can benefit from on-site concrete trialing?
Industries and clients that typically benefit from on-site concrete trialing include but are not limited to Concrete Suppliers, Quarries and Civil Contractors.
What do these test results uncover?
Concrete trial tests confirm mix suitability for the required application. They can help to optimize mix designs leading to reduced costs for the customer.
What benefits to concrete trials host for our clients?
When it comes to concrete, aggregate or construction materials testing in general, the quality and reliability of materials used will significantly impact the durability and safety of a project. When materials testing is within compliance with industry standards, not only is the end-product built with an intention to last, but materials testing also substantially cuts down costs for clients in the future when needing to rejuvenate structures that did not have their materials tested, and as a result, ended up with a poorly built project.
Quality Assurance in Concrete Trials
Materials testing in concrete trials serves as a quality assurance measure. Coffey Testing is backed by our NATA accreditation, meaning that we are testing in accordance with industry standards and regulations.
As concrete is made from materials that contain natural variabilities, testing the concrete each time ensures product consistency and will allow for the mix to meet the benchmarked design parameters.
Coffey Testing Can Assist with Your On-Site Concrete Trialing Needs
To find out more on how Coffey Testing can assist you with your concrete trialing services, or other materials testing services for your next project, get in touch with our experienced technicians here for more information.
