How To Test Concrete That’s Already In Place

May 14, 2019

Concrete strength testing is an essential part of the construction process, allowing you to ensure that your structure will stand the test of time. However, some concrete strength tests are destructiv … Read More

The Importance of Material Testing Ovens

May 03, 2019

In many laboratories, the material testing oven is the heart of the operation. But not all ovens can be used for the same applications, and not all labs can accommodate all ovens. Here, you can learn … Read More

How to Choose Industrial Oven or Furnace

Apr 08, 2019

An industrial oven is the key to a wide variety of testing procedures for materials from concrete to soil. As such, every materials testing lab needs to have one that suits their needs and is built to … Read More

Features of the Best Soil Sampling Tools

Mar 18, 2019

Having the proper soil sampling tools and equipment is essential to getting an accurate read on the quality of soil at a site. But aside from just being an auger or a probe, there are several key feat … Read More

Specific Gravity of Soils Explained & Its Importance

Feb 20, 2019

There are many different ways that engineers can learn about the properties of soil at a construction site. Testing the specific gravity of soils is one of the most important. Learn more about this in … Read More

How to Measure Soil Temperature for Better Gardening

Jan 09, 2019

Gardening is a labor of love. If you’ve been doing it for years, you know that sentiment is true. If you’re a beginner, you might not think so yet, especially if you’ve experienced s … Read More

Why & How To Use pH Meters For Soil Testing

Dec 19, 2018

If you've had trouble with gardening in the past, it might not be because you're lacking a green thumb. The true culprit could be that your soil's pH level is too high or low for your plants to live i … Read More

Which Soil Testers Do You Need Before Construction?

Nov 15, 2018

There are a great number of soil tests available to help determine what engineering is needed before construction can begin at a site. The tests are a critical part of construction material testing (C … Read More