If you’re gearing up for construction season and have several major projects on your docket, it’s time to find the perfect geotechnical engineering team to partner with. As a key part of any successful build, geotechnical analysis helps you see under the surface and identify challenges and risks before they have a chance to cause significant issues during construction. Material analysis is a core part of a full-scale evaluation, and is vital for determining not only the viability of concrete and soil already present on your build site, but will also help identify what materials are best suited for construction.
ProtechGeo is proud to be one of Western Canada’s leading geotechnical engineering firms, and to offer analysis services like materials testing and more to help set your next project up for success. Below, we’ll talk about the importance of materials testing, specifically where concrete analysis is involved. Read on to learn more.
What is Materials Testing/Concrete Analysis?
Materials testing is, quite simply, the process of testing various materials found on a job site, as well as when selecting build materials to be used during construction. The end goal of each of the tests conducted is to determine the strength, stability, load capacity, performance potential, and other attributes of the materials in question. This data can then be passed on to architects and construction leads to ensure that all information is probably accounted for during the build phase. Typically speaking, the materials most frequently tested on-site are concrete, soil, gravel, and steel.
Methods of Concrete Analysis
Concrete assessments are particularly valuable when it comes to construction, thanks to the insights gained. As one of the most important parts of your foundation and overall weight-bearing materials, it’s crucial to know what composition and stability details you’re working with. Geotechnical engineers are able to provide detailed analysis of concrete components using a mix of in-field, as well as lab-based testing to provide the most accurate data possible. Common methods of testing include compression tests, pullout testing, rebound hammer assessment to evaluate concrete strength, ultrasonic pulse velocity, alongside several combined NDT methods.
Once concrete analysis is completed, both in-field or in-lab (depending on the specific needs of your project), your geotechnical team will compile a detailed report containing relevant data, as well as customized recommendations designed to assist with every stage of construction. The end result of this kind of information and partnership is the ability to move forward confidently, safely, and efficiently.
Partner With ProtechGeo for Materials Analysis Today
ProtechGeo is proud to be one of Alberta’s foremost providers of geotechnical engineering services including Concrete testing, project management, construction field/lab testing, and more. Our team provides results you can count on, alongside clear and accessible communication that makes getting the job done easy and straightforward. From reliable material testing on soil, asphalt and concrete, and everything in between, ProtechGeo has your geotechnical engineering needs covered. Contact our team today to learn more.