Aggregates Testing Equipment
Aggregates are essential in construction, serving as key components in concrete, asphalt, and foundation materials for roads and railways. Due to their high hydraulic conductivity, they are also ideal for drainage and filtration applications. With such diverse uses, it’s critical to ensure that aggregates meet performance standards.
Testech Solutions Australia offers a comprehensive range of aggregate testing equipment for quality control, new source assessment, and predicting in-service behavior. Our product line includes internationally specified sampling tools, as well as preparation equipment such as ovens and balances. For field moisture content measurements, we also supply the convenient Speedy Moisture Tester.
Mechanical and Physical Testing of Aggregates
Mechanical testing of aggregates is crucial to ensure their durability and resistance to crushing, degradation, and disintegration. Testech Solutions Australia offers a wide range of testing equipment, including the Los Angeles Abrasion Machine for measuring abrasion resistance. We also provide laboratory tools for determining the Aggregate Impact Value (AIV), Aggregate Crushing Value (ACV), and Ten Percent Fines Value (TFV).
For testing surface resistance to slipping and skidding, both in the lab and on-site, we supply the Pendulum Skid Resistance Tester—an essential tool for highway engineers.
Particle Size, Shape, and Physical Properties
The performance of aggregates can be influenced by their particle size, shape, and texture. To assist in evaluating these characteristics, we offer a comprehensive range of sieves, shakers, and sand equivalent apparatus, along with flakiness and elongation gauges. Our equipment also measures bulk density, particle density (specific gravity), voids, and water absorption.
For assessing soundness and durability, we provide sodium and magnesium sulphate immersion methods. Additionally, test kits are available for identifying the presence of chloride, sulphate, and organic impurities, which can negatively impact aggregate performance.