Papworths Construction Testing Equipment

  In order to improve the resistance and longevity of a concrete structure, it is significant to maintain the apt temperature range. However, a higher temperature range, or a huge difference between the temperature of an interior point and the surface can result in a disaster. That is why it is significant to do concrete temperature monitoring and introduce a specification that helps keep the temperature range below the maximum limit! Let us understand the concept and the ways to do concrete temperature monitoring in detail: All about Mass concrete Mass concrete refers to any structural body which is substantially large and needs practices to cope with the heating of the surface. The construction sites that qualify as mass concrete are dams, bridges, and similar sites that produce more heat than they release, causing the rise in the temperature range. If you do not do concrete temperature monitoring or do not take the required steps to keep the rising temperature under check, i

  Paint coating is the outermost layer that protects the surface from various environmental or physical damages. So naturally, one must do this with utmost precision, as it decides the element's product performance and life span. The question here is how to figure out if the coating will stand tall on the expectations? Factors to determine the performance of paint coating Two prime factors to help determine the performance of the paint coating are: ·        Quality of paint ·        Thickness of paint coating Unlike what many believe, the thickness does not have to be high to get better protection. It only has to be enough depending upon the type of surface. You would need a coating thickness gauge to measure the thickness and then decide if it is apt to reach the quality standards that you require! Importance of coating thickness gauge in different industries Different industries use the coating thickness gauge to figure out the thickness of the coating and use it

  In construction, a concrete compression test is performed to determine the compressive strength of a concrete slab. This implies the concrete body's ability to withstand compression without cracking or causing fractures on its surface or in its core. A push force is applied from both sides to assess its strength and ability to withstand the amount of compression without failing. The compressive strength of concrete is instilled by its constituent components, i.e., sand, cement, and comprehensive materials. The quality of the individual components combined with the water-cement ratio, curing techniques, temperature properties, and proportions of air and components determines the concrete's overall strength. Here are a few points to keep in mind before performing a concrete compression test: The ratio of concrete and water mixture should be optimum to strengthen the concrete up to 90% by day 14. There should be no excess water in the concrete because when the

Typically, Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR) is used to find applications in geographical and geological surveys. Ground-penetrating radar uses energy waves to look for variations in the substrata of the soil. However, GPR is starting to find application in various other fields, including the evaluation of coatings. Using a GPR, it is possible to check out the state of maintenance of the coating on a building. This application of ground-penetrating radars is particularly noticeable in the case of old buildings that are often historical. The various micro-climatic conditions that occur in these buildings lead to the bio-degradation of the walls and the coatings by forming moulds and efflorescence. A major issue with the degradation of monumental buildings is that they often do not occur on the surface. By the time the damage becomes visible, it may already be too late, and the recovery process becomes difficult. However, a GPR can easily detect the cracks, voids, and moisture patches th

Among the various geotechnical equipment used for measurement purposes, a soil inclinometer is the most extensively used. It is a device used to measure the magnitude of the elevation, slope, tilt, or depression of soil concerning gravity. In the field of construction, inclinometers are also used to measure the deformation of a structure. Inclinometers are handheld devices and can be either digital or analogue. Due to its design and weight, an inclinometer is portable and easily carried to various sites. What does an inclinometer consist of? Inclinometers are mainly of two types: 1. Manual/Digital I nclinometer: These inclinometers consist of: ·        Inclinometer probe ·        Inclinometer cable reel ·        The android mobile readout unit ·        Accessories 2. In-place I nclinometer: An in-place inclinometer is made of the following parts: ·        Bottom wheel assembly ·        In-place inclinometer sensor ·        Spacer tubing ·        Placement tub

The Ultrasonic Thickness Gauge is an instrument used for measuring the thickness of material for assessing the properties of a system, material, or component without damaging the material, and making use of the ultrasonic waves. One of the main advantages of using this instrument is that it performs a non-destructive investigation for the quality of the material. The tests are performed to evaluate properties of varied materials, like thickness, to use it in a particular application with no destruction or damage. It is widely used in different types of industries dealing with glass ceramics, plastics, and metals, to name a few.   The method used for testing the material is versatile, reliable, and fast. It helps check the material thickness and its several other physical properties and integrity using high-frequency sound waves. The technique is used to conduct quality and product testing. For thickness gauging applications, the ultrasonic method allows reliable and fast measureme

  A Soil Inclinometer is an instrument used to measure a heave or settlement of soil. These instruments are used to determine the soil's slope concerning forces of gravity acting upon it. They also help detect any subsurface movement to predict any drastic changes in soil structure.  The Process A plastic tube (the casing of the Inclinometer) is mounted in the soil to be measured. The tube is then filled with cement or bentonite grout. The casing is lined with four orthogonal ruts that assist in gliding the Inclinometer into the soil. The probe also has orthogonal sensors that detect and record the probe's angle concerning the soil structure. The deviations are based on the casing, which may be horizontal or vertical. These probes are equipped with sprung wheels to hold them in place while the survey is underway. Points to note about Soil Inclinometers: These devices are usually light and easily portable. They also display immense durability and very high accurac

A CBR test or the California Bearing Ratio test is a form of penetration assessment to gauge the subgrade levels of roads and pavements. These kinds of structures, strength is crucial, and the CBR test helps to maintain them to avoid casualties. The strength of the structure is measured by evaluating the pressure required to infiltrate a piece of the soil with a standardized plunger. The readings are used to detect any drawbacks in the soil structure and appropriately rectify the problem. The process A plunger of standard measurements is used to penetrate the soil, and the pressure required to do so is measured and recorded. A standard crushed rock is also penetrated to equal measure, and the pressure required is again recorded. The pressure required to penetrate the soil is then divided by the pressure required to penetrate the crushed rock. Usually, CBR tests are conducted in multiples of 3 on each site to maintain accuracy. The CBR value of the surfaces varies based on its ri

Moisture meter is used in different industries as humidity acts as a major detriment when cross-checking the quality of the structures, products, or with the given materials. The concrete moisture meter is commonly used in both the building and construction industry to determine the moisture content present in the beams, slabs, and other forms of concrete structures.  1. This concrete moisture meter delivers high accuracy levels and alarm at situations whenever the required moisture level exceeds the overall threshold levels. 2. The electromagnetic wave present in the non-destructive type of concrete moisture meter will easily penetrate the deepest part of the given concrete structures to measure the relative humidity and temperature in concrete.  3. It has many user-friendly features like automatic temperature compensation, which lets the meter resist any impact made on it in the first place. 4. This equipment does come with LED displays to display the required information an