Concrete Cylinder Curing Box, 165qt., Heat Only
New way to protect concrete test specimens in the field. Thermostatically controlled for that “Set it and forget it” setup. Great for curing test specimens in the fall/winter. 1/3 the cost of some of the other models out there. Now with a 165 qt. Grizzly hard sided cooler with continuous circulation fan. Economy model has basic heating only with 1500 watt heater and dial thermometer. This curing box ensures the concrete achieves its ultimate strength by maintaining optimal environmental conditions.
Concrete Curing Box heat only. 34gal (156L) volume capacity. Holds up to 12- 6x12” cylnder molds & 50- 4x8” cylinder molds with flat lids. Concrete provide essential environments for curing.
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Meets ASTM standards for concrete testing & AASHTO T-23 compliant
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All concrete test cylinders boxes are under 40 pounds empty
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Hi/Lo thermometer (ASTM C1064)
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Electrical: 115V/60Hz/0.5 Amp
Maintaining specific conditions is crucial for accurate and reliable results.
Meets Test Methods: AASHTO M201 AASHTO T126 AASHTO T23 ASTM C 192 ASTM C 31 ASTM C 511. The deluxe model offers advanced features like heating and cooling functionalities.
Check out our full line of Concrete Beam Molds and Beam Testers and our full line of concrete curing equipment and products for ASTM C192/192M Standards for Cement Tests. Our most popular economy model for curing is the Concrete Curing Box (165qt. Heat Only), and don't forget to use quality Concrete Beam Molds for flexural strength specimen testing.
Lightweight Perfa-Cure Concrete Curing Box (165qt. Heat Only) keeps the required initial curing temperatures of 60°–80°F (16°–27°C) and provides portable storage and protection for concrete test specimens. Just plug it in and set the thermostat to the desired temperature. Models meet current ASTM C31 and AASHTO T 23 standards for initial curing of concretetestspecimens in the field. This curing box provides an ideal environment within an ambient range of -10°–100°F (-23°–37.8°C).Hard-sided insulated curing box has tie-down slots for transport and rubber lid gasket to keep internal temperatures stable. Heater panel on inner lid and cooling concrete test cylinders boxes are replaceable. Max-min registering thermometer inside the box monitors temperature conditions. Heating panel has a safe aluminum base to radiate heat. Reliable results depend on choosing the right model based on specific needs.
Perfa-Cure boxes run on 110V, 60Hz. Capacity is based on cylinders with flat plastic lids. Need heat and AC for your concrete curing? Get the Concrete Curing Box (165qt. Heat/AC)
Concrete Curing Box (165qt. Heat Only) sold by Certified MTP. A game changer in the concrete testing and maintenance world, especially for hydraulic cement concrete. This overview will cover the features, applications and where it’s available in the US. Long Island, NY; New Orleans, LA; Charlotte, NC; Las Vegas, NV; Madison, WI; New York, NY.
Key Features:
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Capacity and Size: 165qt.
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Heat Only: Not like some models that are both heat and cool, this is a heat only concrete curing box. This is great for environments where you need to keep the temperature of hydraulic cementabove a certain threshold for proper curing and testing. Reliable tests are ensured by maintaining the required conditions.
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Construction and Insulation: Box walls are heavy duty, well insulated. This minimizes thermal loss and maintains temperature for proper maturation of hydraulic cement. Freshwater circulation helps maintain the temperature.
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Application in Various Climates: The heat feature is great for colder climates like Long Island, NY and Madison, WI. In these areas it’s hard to maintain the required temperature for test cylinders. Some models feature just a heating function for specific needs.
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Hydraulic Cement Concrete Maturation: V004.ACM-CURE ELITE helps in the maturation of hydraulic cement concrete so it develops the necessary strength and durability. This is crucial for infrastructure projects in urban areas like New York, NY and Charlotte, NC.
The box size and controlled environment is perfect for storing and curing cylinders. Tese cylinders are used to test the concrete strength and compliance to industry standards, a major factor in construction projects in cities like New Orleans, LA and Las Vegas, NV. The rack provides stability and enhances water circulation.
Regional Applications:
Long Island, NY and New York, NY: In these busy urban areas where construction projects are always ongoing, V004.ACM-CURE ELITE is the solution for curing concrete test cylinders to meet strict building codes. Evaluations of initial set of concrete mortar can be performed using a Concrete Pocket Penetrometer. Strip times and digital readout features ensure precise monitoring.
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New Orleans, LA and Charlotte, NC: These areas with extreme weather conditions need the box to maintain a consistent temperature for hydraulic cement concrete used in construction. Optimal curing conditions during the initial stages are crucial.
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Las Vegas, NV: Although it’s hot most of the time, there are periods where temperature drops. V004.ACM-CURE ELITE cures at optimal temperature all year round. Several sizes are available to meet different storage conditions.
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Madison, WI: In this area with cold winters, the heat feature is a must to maintain the required temperature for curing. The box ensures accurate results and ultimate strength.
In summary, Concrete Curing Box from Certified MTP is a must have for construction professionals especially those working with hydraulic cement concrete. Its heat only feature and large capacity and heavy duty construction makes it suitable for various climates across the US. Whether it’s for big city construction in New York or infrastructure projects in New Orleans, this concrete curing box is a must have equipment. The protected storage and maintaining test samples are crucial for reliable test results. This curing box offers a simple and economical solution, maintaining water temperature for optimal curing.
Features and Benefits
Boxes are needed to provide a controlled environment for cylinders and concrete test specimens to get accurate and reliable test results. These boxes are essential for achieving the concrete's strength by maintaining specific environmental conditions. V004.ACM-CURE ELITE Box has the following features:
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Lockable Lid: To prevent tampering and store your concrete test specimens safely.
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Dial Thermometer: To control temperature precisely for consistent curing conditions.
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Preset Temperature Control: Easy to use with a “set it and forget it” feature, maintains temperature automatically.
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Heat and Cool: To maintain the required temperature range regardless of external conditions.
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Optimum Water Flow: To cure evenly by circulating water inside the box.
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Galvanized Steel: Durable and rust resistant for long term use in various environments.
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Indicator Lights: To monitor temperature and curing status so you always know the condition of your concrete test specimens.
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Adjustable Temperature: Customize to your curing needs. Learn more about the PD125 Concrete Thermometer.
Using concrete curing boxes has many benefits:
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Accurate Results: Cure in optimal conditions for better results. These boxes provide the environment for curing.
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Better Concrete Quality and Strength: Proper curing improves overall concrete quality and strength for construction projects, for accurate and reliable results.
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More Efficient and Productive: Simplifies the curing process, saves time and labor. Deluxe model has heating and cooling features.
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Meets Industry Standards: ASTM and AASHTO compliant so your curing process is code compliant. Box maintains ideal environment within an ambient range of -10°–100°F (-23°–37.8°C).
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Safe Storage and Transport: Protects your concrete test specimens during transport and storage. Results depend on your needs, number of test samples and environmental conditions.
Optimal curing conditions are crucial for tests. Conditions must be maintained for accurate results. Freshwater circulation maintains the required temperature.
Some models have only heating, which is necessary for cold environments. Removable, galvanized steel bottom rack enhances stability and water circulation.
Strip times and digital readout for water temperature are important for testing. Initial stages of curing are critical for optimal curing conditions.
Boxes come in various sizes and configurations to meet your needs, for proper storage conditions. They are key to achieving concrete’s ultimate strength and accurate results.
Protected storage is essential for maintaining test samples in optimal conditions. These boxes offer simple and economical solution, maintains water temperature.
Portability of the box allows easy transport of test samples.
Proper initial curing is vital and temperature set buttons help maintain these conditions. Different models have different capabilities for reliable tests.
Indicating lights and all tests are done the same way are crucial for consistency. Box determines strength of actual structure by maintaining optimal conditions.
Compliance to known specifications and industry standards is essential for reliable results. Each unit is designed for accurate and reliable outcomes.
Curing Process and Tips
Curing is a critical stage of concrete development and proper techniques are needed to achieve maximum strength and durability. To achieve concrete’s ultimate strength, specific environmental conditions must be maintained. Here are some curing tips:
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Temperature: 70°F to 80°F (21°C to 27°C)
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Keep Concrete Wet: Prevent concrete from drying out during initial curing by keeping the environment humid. Concrete provides the environment for curing.
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A curing box or chamber controls temperature and humidity to provide a stable environment for the concrete. This concrete cylinders box does not have heating and cooling feature. Maintaining specific conditions ensures accurate and reliable results.
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Monitor: Check temperature and humidity levels to stay within range. Deluxe model has heating and cooling feature.
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Avoid Extreme Conditions: Protect concrete from extreme temperatures or weather that can affect. Box maintains ideal environment within an ambient range of -10°–100°F (-23°–37.8°C)
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Follow Industry Standards: Follow ASTM and AASHTO standards for curing concrete to be code compliant. Results depend on your needs.
Optimal conditions ensures reliable tests and curing environment is maintained. Freshwater circulation maintains the required temperature.
Some boxes have only heating, which is necessary for cold environments. Removable, galvanized steel bottom rack enhances stability and water circulation.
Strip times and digital readout for water temperature are important for testing. Initial stages of curing is critical for reliable results.
Boxes come in various sizes and configurations to meet your needs, for proper storage conditions. Proper curing ensures concrete’s ultimate strength and accurate results.
Protected storage is essential for maintaining test samples in optimal conditions. A box is a simple and economical solution for maintaining water temperature.
Boxes are portable, test samples are maintained in optimal conditions. Solution for storage conditions.
Proper initial curing is vital and temperature set buttons help maintain the conditions. Different models have different capabilities for reliable tests.Indicating lights and all tests are done the same way are crucial for consistency. The box determines the strength of actual structure and the units used.
Compliance to known specifications and industry standards is essential for reliable tests. Each unit ensures accurate test results by maintaining the conditions.
Steel bottom rack and heating function enhances curing. Humboldt meets industry standards, test samples are stored properly.
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