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

June 10, 2025

<div><a href="/blog/comparing-concrete-compression-machines-article"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2025/june/comparing-compression-machines-hero.jpg" alt="Selecting the Right Concrete Compression Machine Article" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" /> </a></div><p>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.</p>

Tags: Resource Guide , Comparison Guide , Concrete Testing , Concrete Strength , Compressive Strength , Cylinder Testing , Beam Testing

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

August 06, 2021

<div><a href="/blog/the-core-drilling-method"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2021/August/concrete-asphalt-core-drilling715x396px.jpg" alt="Concrete and Asphalt Core Drilling: When, Why, and How" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" /> </a></div><p>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.</p>

Tags: Testing Insights , Resource Guide , Sample Collecting , Strength Testing , Asphalt Testing , Concrete Testing , Cylinder Testing , Core Sampling

Concrete Cylinder Testing - From the Field to the Lab

June 09, 2021

<div><a href="/blog/concrete-cylinder-test"><img loading="eager" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2021/June/concrete-cylinder-testing.jpg" alt="Concrete Cylinder Testing" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" /> </a></div><p>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.</p>

Tags: Testing Insights , Sample Prep , Compressive Strength , Strength Testing , Concrete Testing , Concrete , Cylinder Testing

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Compressive Strength Testing: Sulfur Capping or Neoprene Pads?

January 15, 2016

<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2016/january/compressive-strength.jpg" alt="Compressive Strength Testing: Sulfur Capping or Neoprene Pads" style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 100%; max-width: 715px;" width="715" height="515" /></p><p>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.</p>

Tags: Neoprene Pads , Sulfur Capping , Compressive Strength , Concrete Testing , Concrete , Cylinder Testing , Strength Testing , Capping Compound , Resource Guide , Comparison Guide

Curing Concrete Strength Samples: A Guide for Methods & Equipment

September 28, 2015

<a href="/blog/concrete-curing-what-equipment-is-right-for-you"><img src="/content/fm/ul/images/blog/concrete-moisture-room-vs-curing-tank.jpg" alt="Choosing you ideal concrete curing system" width="100%" /></a><p>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.</p>

Tags: Concrete Curing Tank , Curing , Concrete Testing , Concrete , Cylinder Testing , Beam Testing , Cube Testing , Cement Testing , Comparison Guide , Resource Guide

4 Important Steps to Reliable Concrete Test Cylinder Samples

June 10, 2015

<div style="text-align: center;"><a href="/blog/four-important-steps-to-reliable-concrete-samples"><img loading="lazy" src="/Content/Images/uploaded/blog/2015/june/concrete-molds.jpg" alt="Concrete Molds" width="100%" max-width:="" 715px="" /> </a></div><p>Understand the basic methods used to ensure your concrete samples live up to their full potential.</p>

Tags: Concrete Testing , Concrete , Cylinder Testing , Strength Testing , Curing , Concrete Cylinder Molds , Resource Guide , Equipment Selection Guide