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Standard(s): BS EN 12350-7:2019
Air Content

At Amtest UK, we provide expert air content testing to ensure the performance and durability of air-entrained concrete. This critical test evaluates the volume of air voids within fresh concrete, a key factor for achieving freeze-thaw resistance and enhanced workability.

What is Air Content Testing?

Air content testing, conducted in accordance with BS EN 12350-7, measures the air content in fresh concrete. Air-entrained concrete is specifically designed with controlled air voids to improve durability under challenging environmental conditions, such as frost and de-icing salts. Ensuring the correct air content is crucial for meeting project specifications and achieving long-term structural integrity.

Applications of Air Content Testing

  • Freeze-Thaw Durability: Ensures concrete can withstand cycles of freezing and thawing, critical for outdoor and exposed structures.
  • Optimised Mix Design: Verifies that the air-entraining agent is performing as expected, achieving the desired workability and strength balance.
  • Compliance: Confirms that the concrete mix complies with project specifications and regulatory standards.

Partner with Amtest UK

Choosing Amtest UK means you are partnering with a leader in construction materials testing. Whether you are working on infrastructure, commercial developments, or bespoke projects, we are here to help you ensure the quality and performance of your concrete. Contact us today to schedule your air content testing or to learn more about our comprehensive range of concrete testing services.

Make Amtest UK your first choice for air content testing—trusted by professionals, proven by results.

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Air Content

At Amtest UK, we provide expert air content testing to ensure the performance and durability of air-entrained concrete. This critical test evaluates the volume of air voids within fresh concrete, a key factor for achieving freeze-thaw resistance and enhanced workability.

What is Air Content Testing?

Air content testing, conducted in accordance with BS EN 12350-7, measures the air content in fresh concrete. Air-entrained concrete is specifically designed with controlled air voids to improve durability under challenging environmental conditions, such as frost and de-icing salts. Ensuring the correct air content is crucial for meeting project specifications and achieving long-term structural integrity.

Applications of Air Content Testing

  • Freeze-Thaw Durability: Ensures concrete can withstand cycles of freezing and thawing, critical for outdoor and exposed structures.
  • Optimised Mix Design: Verifies that the air-entraining agent is performing as expected, achieving the desired workability and strength balance.
  • Compliance: Confirms that the concrete mix complies with project specifications and regulatory standards.

Partner with Amtest UK

Choosing Amtest UK means you are partnering with a leader in construction materials testing. Whether you are working on infrastructure, commercial developments, or bespoke projects, we are here to help you ensure the quality and performance of your concrete. Contact us today to schedule your air content testing or to learn more about our comprehensive range of concrete testing services.

Make Amtest UK your first choice for air content testing—trusted by professionals, proven by results.

BS EN 12350-7:2019