How to Perform a Sand Cone Test

Feb 24, 2020

The sand cone test is a cost-effective alternative to nuclear gauge testing used to determine if the density of soil in place at a construction site meets the specifications of your project, or if … Read More

What is Wet Sieving & How is it Used?

Feb 05, 2020

The sand cone test is a cost-effective alternative to nuclear gauge testing used to determine if the density of soil in place at a construction site meets the specifications of your project, or if … Read More

What Can You Learn From a Sand Equivalent Test?

Jan 15, 2020

Having the right balance of particles in the aggregate added to your hot mix asphalt (HMA) will play a huge role in the pavement's success after it sets. In order to quickly and accurately evaluate th … Read More

Common Winter Pavement Issues & How to Solve Them

Jan 09, 2020

Winter is tough on roads. Between countless freeze/thaw cycles and the onslaught of chemical deicers, asphalt can quickly crack and crumble in a number of troublesome ways before spring rolls arou … Read More

Why is a Graduated Cylinder More Accurate Than a Beaker?

Dec 17, 2019

Beakers and graduated cylinders are bare essentials that every laboratory, classroom and research facility needs to have on hand. But while they serve a similar purpose, they are not always interc … Read More

Soil Permeability Test Methods & Equipment

Nov 22, 2019

Soil permeability refers to the rate at which soil allows water to flow through it due to its grain structure and void spaces. Knowing how easily water can travel through the layer structure of a … Read More

All About the Concrete Hammer Test

Nov 05, 2019

The concrete hammer test is useful for determining a variety of concrete characteristics in a non-destructive way. With it, a technician can assess the uniformity and quality of the concrete based … Read More

Concrete Compression Test Equipment & Knowledge Guide

Oct 28, 2019

The concrete compression test is a simple procedure that can reveal a lot about the quality of a concrete sample, including the overall strength it will provide to the final structure and the adequac … Read More