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How to Select Schmidt Hammer for Strength Testing?

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Schmidt hammer is a piece of testing equipment used to estimate concrete strength. It is used by concrete testing agencies across the world.It is a non-destructive concrete testing technique that determines the quality of concrete floors, slabs, grills, tunnel lining and more. There are two variants of Schmidt hammers in the standards (Type N and Type L). The Silver Schmidt Type L can also be used with the mushroom head.Combining these models the Schmidt Hammers strength testing range is extended to 5-100MPa. The latest Schmidt hammers are available in two different configurations like L and N. Both the L and N series Silver Schmidt hammers are enhanced to offer better checking quality with increased durability and hard wearing body. There are two notable advantages of using latest Schmidt hammers, and they are: They check rebound velocity with increased sensitivity, thus testing concrete strength between 10-100MPa is possible. The compact and handheld design of Schmidt hammer