Compaction Testing
PCTE offer a range of devices for concrete compaction:
- Degree of Compactability (Waltz) Container
- Kelly Ball Apparatus
- Compacting Factor Apparatus
- Vebe Consistometer
Degree of Compactability (Waltz) Container
UTC-0550
Standards
EN 12350-4
The degree of compactability of fresh concrete can easily be measured by using the UTC-0550 Degree of Compactability (Waltz) Container. It includes a 200x200x400mm metal container with two carrying handles. The entire unit is coated against corrosion.
Kelly Ball Apparatus
UTC-0570
Standards
ASTM C360
In the 1950's, the United States developed a fast alternative to the slump test, known as the Kelly Ball test. The test is straightforward and inexpensive and can be quickly executed on in-place concrete. The results can then be correlated to slump.
The UTC-0570 Kelly Ball Apparatus consists of a 152mm diameter ball which slides through a frame that rests on the fresh concrete.
Compacting Factor Apparatus
UTC-0580
Standards
BS 1881103, 5075
The compaction factor of concrete with low, medium and high workability can be determined by using the UTC-0580 Compacting Factor Apparatus.
The apparatus consists of two conical hoppers that both have a hinged trap door attached to the lower end. This allows the concrete sample to flow freely into the cylindrical mould. A rigid steel frame holds the hoppers and mould, which can be easily removed for cleaning.
Technical Specifications
|
Model |
UTC-0550 |
UTC-0570 |
UTC-0580 |
|
Dimensions mm |
300 x 210 x 410 |
360 x 160 x 360 |
300 x 400 x 1300 |
|
Weight (approx.) |
5 kg |
15 kg |
41 kg |
Vebe Consistometer
UTC-0560E
Standards
EN 12350-3
The UTC-0560E Vebe Consistometer is used to establish the consistency of fresh concrete by subjecting the concrete specimen to vibration after the slump cone has been removed.
The assembly is mounted upon a small vibrating table operating at a fixed amplitude and frequency. The concrete consistency can be determined by the time required to complete the vibration.
The Vebe Consistometer is supplied complete with:
- Vibrating table
- Slump cone
- Graduated rod with transparent disc
- Filling funnel
- Tamping rod
Technical Specifications
|
Model |
UTC-0560E |
|
Vibrating Table |
380 x 260 mm |
|
Cylindrical bucket base diameter |
240 mm |
|
Cylindrical bucket height |
200 mm |
|
Slump cone upper base diameter |
200 mm |
|
Slump cone top diameter |
100 mm |
|
Slump cone height |
300 mm |
|
Dimensions |
570 x 460 x 670 mm |
|
Weight (approx.) |
87 kg |
|
Power |
170 W |
