Tests and prices
Every test we offer, grouped by material. Prices are per unit and exclude GST. Add tests to a quote as you go.
Soil
5 tests-
K Value Test
The K Value Test determines the subgrade reaction value of the soil, which is essential for pavement and foundation design.
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Plate Load Test
The Plate Load Test provides crucial information about the soil's bearing capacity, expected settlement, and degree of compaction
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Sand Replacement Test of Soil
The Sand Replacement Test is used to determine the in-situ density of granular soils, especially where the Core Cutter Test is not suitable. It helps assess compaction by comparing with the soil's optimum moisture content (OMC) and maximum dry density (MDD), typically obtained from a Proctor Test
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Soil Core Cutter Test
The Soil Core Cutter Test is specifically used to assess soil compaction by determining its in-situ density, along with the optimum moisture content and maximum dry density.
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Soil Test
A soil test, including necessary investigations, will provide information about the soil profile, groundwater conditions at foundation depth, depth of refusal, potential settlement, and the safe bearing capacity of the soil.
Concrete
6 tests-
Concrete Cube Test
The Concrete Cube Test is conducted to determine the compressive strength of concrete, ensuring it meets the required design specifications.
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Half-Cell Potential Test
The Half-Cell Potential Test is a non-destructive method used to assess the likelihood of corrosion in embedded steel reinforcement by measuring the electrochemical potential on the concrete surface.
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Paver Block Test
Paver block tests assess compressive strength and water absorption to ensure durability and quality as per standards.
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Rebar Scanning Test
The Rebar Scanning Test is a non-destructive method used to detect the position, depth, and spacing of reinforcement bars (rebars) in concrete structures, and can also estimate bar diameter and cover depth.
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Rebound Hammer Test
The Rebound Hammer Test is a non-destructive method used to assess the surface hardness and estimate the compressive strength of concrete in existing structures.
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Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity
The UPV (Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity) Test is a non-destructive method used to assess the quality, uniformity, and strength of concrete by measuring the velocity of ultrasonic pulses through the material.
Brick
1 test-
Brick Test
Brick tests provide information on compressive strength, water absorption, efflorescence, and dimensional accuracy of the bricks
Steel
2 tests-
Chemical Steel Test
Chemical testing of steel determines the content of elements such as carbon, manganese, phosphorus, sulphur, copper, and nickel — essential for verifying composition and compliance with material specifications.
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Physical Steel Test
Steel tests include tensile strength, bend and rebend tests, yield strength, and elongation percentage — all critical for assessing the mechanical properties and ductility of reinforcement bars.
Aggregate
2 tests-
Coarse Aggregate Test
Coarse aggregate tests include sieve analysis, specific gravity and water absorption, crushing value, impact value, elongation and flakiness index, and bulk density — all of which are essential for assessing the suitability and strength of aggregates in construction.
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Fine Aggregate Test (Sand)
Sand tests include silt content, bulk density, sieve analysis, specific gravity, and water absorption — all crucial for evaluating the quality of fine aggregates used in construction.
Cement
1 test-
Cement Test
Cement tests include compressive strength, fineness, standard consistency, initial and final setting time, and soundness — all vital for ensuring the quality and performance of cement in construction.
Bitumen
1 test-
Bitumen Test
Bitumen tests include penetration, softening point, ductility, absolute viscosity, specific gravity, bitumen content, and Marshall stability — all essential for evaluating the performance and suitability of bituminous materials in road construction.
AAC Block
1 test-
ACC Block Test
AAC block tests include compressive strength, dimensional accuracy, and water absorption — essential for evaluating structural integrity and quality of the blocks.
Fly Ash
1 test-
Fly Ash Test
Fly ash tests include specific gravity, moisture content, soundness, and fineness — important parameters to ensure its suitability as a cementitious material in concrete.
Water
3 tests-
Drinking Water Test
Drinking water tests include Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Total Suspended Solids (TSS), pH value, and silica content — crucial for evaluating water quality and ensuring it meets safety standards.
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Ground Water Test
The Ground Water Test determines the depth of groundwater, size and type of aquifer, and other hydrogeological conditions essential for water extraction and foundation planning.
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Waste Water Test
Wastewater tests include Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Total Suspended Solids (TSS), pH value, and chloride content — essential for assessing water quality and environmental compliance.
Land
2 tests-
Earth Resistivity Test
The Earth Resistivity Test measures the soil's ability to conduct electricity, helping determine the optimal location and design for grounding systems in electrical installations.
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Topographical Land Survey
A Topographical Land Survey maps the natural and man-made features of a site — including contours, elevations, trees, buildings, roads, and drainage — to assist in planning, design, and construction.
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