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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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Soil Field Testing: Physical Properties of Soil

May 10, 2023

Soil is a natural material and is sometimes employed as a construction material without modification. It is crucial to understand how it performs in its original (in-situ) environment. For this article, we will examine various field tests of soil and the equipment required to perform them.

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Concrete Moisture Testing: What Equipment Works for Your Application?

November 03, 2021

The amount, type, location, and movement of moisture in a concrete slab need to be clearly understood to avoid problems when placing a flooring system over it. In this blog, we take a look at the various methods and equipment to use for testing concrete for moisture.

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Moisture Content of Aggregate: 4 Things to Know

September 14, 2015

Understanding how gas pressure moisture testers work and what the benefits are can help you make the right equipment selection for your lab.

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