Material Testing Services

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Air Content

Air content test for air-entrained concrete.
BS EN 12350-7:2019
Concrete
UKAS Accredited
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Asbestos and Hazardous Material Identification

Identification of asbestos-containing materials and other hazardous substances within a structure.
Concrete Assessment
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Bitumen Extraction Test (Binder Content)

The Bitumen Extraction Test measures the binder content in asphalt mixtures, ensuring quality, durability, and performance for construction applications.
Asphalt
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Bitumen Content

The Bitumen Content Test measures the percentage of bitumen in asphalt mixtures to ensure their quality and performance for construction projects.
Asphalt
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Carbonation Assessment

Testing used to measure the depth of carbonation in concrete, which reduces alkalinity and can increase the risk of reinforcement corrosion.
Concrete Assessment
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Chloride and Sulphate Assessment

Laboratory analysis used to measure chloride and sulphate concentrations within concrete that may contribute to corrosion or chemical attack.
Concrete Assessment
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Chloride Migration

This procedure determines the chloride migration using non-steady-state experiments.
NT BUILD 492.1999-11
Concrete
UKAS Accredited
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Compressive Strength - Cubes

Evaluates concrete’s load-bearing capacity, ensuring compliance with construction standards and structural integrity.
BS EN 12390-1:2021, BS EN 12390-2:2019, BS EN 12390-3:2019
Concrete
UKAS Accredited
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Compressive Strength - Cylinders

Cores are taken and tested to assess concrete strength.
BS EN 12504-1:2019
Concrete
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Plasticity Index

The Plasticity Index (PI) measures the range of water content over which soil remains plastic, providing valuable insight into the clay content and compressibility of the material.

The Process

  1. Sample Preparation: A soil sample is dried and sieved to remove larger particles, isolating the fine-grained fraction.
  2. Liquid Limit Determination: The water content at which the soil changes from a plastic to a liquid state is measured.
  3. Plastic Limit Determination: The water content at which the soil transitions from a plastic to a solid state is measured.
  4. Calculation of PI: The PI is calculated as the difference between the liquid limit and the plastic limit: PI = Liquid Limit - Plastic Limit

Why Is This Test Important?

  • Soil Classification: Identifies soil types and their suitability for construction.
  • Compressibility Indicator: Predicts how the soil will behave under load, including settlement risks.
  • Workability: Assesses how easily the soil can be manipulated during construction.
  • Stability Assessment: Determines the soil's resilience to water-induced volume changes.

The Plasticity Index test is crucial for soil analysis in infrastructure projects, ensuring safe and effective construction. Contact us for accurate PI testing and expert guidance.

BS EN ISO 17892-12:2018+A2:2022

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