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Have questions about your materials testing equipment? We have the answers to these questions and much more right here! Check back monthly for long-form blog posts, how-to guides, and more. We’ll address industry insights, the operation and maintenance of specific equipment, and our product line recommendations, all designed to better serve you.

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A Guide to Selecting the Right Concrete Compression Testing Machine for Your Lab

June 10, 2025

The right Concrete Compression Testing Machine will shape the overall success of your concrete testing. In this guide, we explain the different machines available and how to determine the best option for your lab.

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Concrete and Asphalt Core Drilling: When, Why, and How

August 06, 2021

This blog post will focus on the core drilling method and the core sampling equipment. We discuss why and how core samples are taken from asphalt and concrete. Lastly, we touch on some of the different lab tests performed.

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Concrete Cylinder Testing - From the Field to the Lab

June 09, 2021

In this month's blog post we will focus on standard-cure cylinders made for compressive strength acceptance testing. Including the importance of cylinder testing, a quick guide on the procedure, and the equipment needed in the field and lab.

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Compressive Strength Testing: Sulfur Capping or Neoprene Pads?

January 15, 2016

Comparing the differences between sulfur mortar capping and the use of neoprene pads with metal retainer rings will help you select the ideal procedure for your application.

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Curing Concrete Strength Samples: A Guide for Methods & Equipment

September 28, 2015

Evaluating the differences between moisture rooms and curing tanks for concrete test specimen curing procedures will help you select the best option for your lab.

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