Testing and Balancing of Building Systems
It is normal for projects to go through what is known as a shakedown period after final acceptance and occupancy by […]
Testing apparatus for a site soils laboratory
The usual apparatus suitable for a small soils laboratory on site, to be run by the resident engineers staff after proper
Tests on Concrete
The following are some of the important tests conducted on concrete: 1. Slump test. 2. Compaction factor test. 3. Crushing
Test methods Overview
There are several established test methods for determining the properties of air entrainment or the resistance of concrete to cumulative freeze-thaw
Testing of aggregate
As stated previously, the resistance of an aggregate to the effects of freezing and thawing is related to its strength
Tests on Bricks
The following laboratory tests may be conducted on the bricks to find their suitability: (i) Crushing strength (ii) Absorption (iii)
Tests on Mortar
The following tests are conducted on the prepared mortars to ensure their quality: 1. Crushing Test 2. Tensile Strength Test
Testing of hardened concrete specimens
Reference to tests on hardened concrete specimens may become commonplace in future specifications. These tests are described in documents from
Testing of fresh concrete
The most commonly employed tests on fresh air entrained concrete measure the total air content. The pressure method, described in