Marshall Stability Test Apparatus Guide

Mar 23, 2026

In the world of road construction and pavement engineering, ensuring the strength and durability of asphalt mixtures is essential. One of the most widely used methods for evaluating asphalt performanc … Read More

Understanding ASTM Tests for Construction Materials

Aug 17, 2023

Understanding ASTM Tests: A Must-Have Equipment Guide for Material Testing in Construction As construction projects become increasingly complex, the need for accurate and reliable material testing ha … Read More

US Sieve Size Chart: ASTM Sieve Numbers & mm Openings (No. 4–No. 200)

May 20, 2023

Understanding sieve size standards is crucial for everybody involved in the construction industry. Getting the right sieve will help you with your quality control and assurance and your compliance wit … Read More

What is a Shear Test, and Why Is It Important?

May 17, 2023

The strength of our materials is something we may all take for granted, but hundreds of hours of specialist research and engineering are behind all of our greatest innovations. From the cars we drive … Read More

Consistency of Concrete: Importance & Workability

Posted by Certified Material Testing Products on Apr 26, 2023

When it comes to construction projects, the consistency of concrete plays a crucial role in the overall success and durability of structures. Long story short, the way you mix concrete has a significa … Read More

Types of Mortar Testing and When They're Necessary

Jun 21, 2019

Several different tests are needed to estimate the stability and strength of a structure, from the soil it will stand on to the bricks or concrete that will form it. But what about mortar, the materia … Read More

Why Steel Can’t Replace Concrete Strength Testing

Aug 20, 2018

Using steel reinforcements for concrete structures has been one of the greatest engineering innovations for concrete construction. But, while rebar does add extra, critical strength to concrete, it ca … Read More

Have the Right Materials for Testing your Concrete

Posted by Certified Material Testing Products on Jan 08, 2015

Checking to make sure your materials, like concrete, asphalt, aggregate and soil are tested properly involves having the correct equipment, perfectly calibrated for testing. For instance, before a con … Read More