About Laboratory
Our laboratory specializes in the control and testing of the quality of construction materials.
With over 15 years of experience in testing construction materials, our testing equipment includes apparatus for Cement, Mortar, Gypsum, ready-mix mortars, EPS and XPS adhesives, ceramic adhesives, leveling compounds, etc.
We operate based on the latest European methods and standards, including standards such as: EN 12004, EN 998, EN 13279, EN 459, ETAG 004, EN 197, etc.
Our experience and commitment to implementing these standards ensure that our clients receive high-quality products. The use of standardized methods ensures a fair and reliable comparison between the tested product and the specified specifications, helping to ensure high quality and market compliance.
Our laboratory is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and advanced equipment to perform various physical, chemical, and mechanical tests. Additionally, our qualified staff with extensive experience in the field of construction material testing ensures that every test is conducted professionally and with accurate results.
We are committed to providing quality services and meeting the needs of our clients in the construction field. Through our collaboration with clients and alignment of our processes with the latest standards, we ensure that our products meet all the highest European quality standards.
Vicatronic – Vicat Apparatus
Vicatronic is an automatic computerized tropicalized vicat recording apparatus, designed and manufactured using the most recent and sophisticated technology.
Vicatronic is used for the initial and final setting time determination of cements or mortar pastes.
The unit is manufactured with anticorrosion and tropicalised components to be used in places with humidity not below 90% and 20°C. controlled temperature as required by EN Specifications.
The entire test is made in a fully automatic way and gives a very precise and repeatable result. Results are printed on the incorporated printer and this eliminates the manual operations of installing and zeroing the paper graph on the drum.
The use of the appliance is extremely simplified by the guiding menu that is available in english, french, spanish, german, italian language.
Pull off Tester
This dynamometer measures the adhesive force and the tensile strength of two layers of materials (concrete, facing plasters, mortars, building plasters, lime etc.) and is particularly suitable for applications concerning testing repairs of any structure where the bond strength between two layers is an essential factor.
Compact, light and suitable for use in any location, this Pull-Off Tester is fitted with a load cell and high-resolution large digital display unit; it is, therefore, suitable for measurements from low loads up to 16 kN, granting a wide working range and ideal for a large number of applications and materials. The direct tensile force is applied by rotating the hand wheel.
The three feet of the unit can be fixed in the large position (overall dimensions 176 mm diameter) with very stable bearing, or in the compact position (overall dimensions 92.5mm diameter), to perform tests in narrow spaces, or for specimens close one to the other.
Compression and Flexural Testing Machine
The wide range of machines for testing cements and mortars that we offer allows us to meet multiple needs. The different types of frames are specifically designed for specific uses:
– Frames with a single measurement scale of 250, 300 or 500 kN, suitable for performing compression tests
– Frames with double measuring scale: 250, 300 or 500 kN for compression tests and 50 or 15 kN for bending tests
Double chamber frames with two measuring scales independent of each other: 300 kN for compression tests and 15 kN for bending tests
All the frames are equipped with a safety device that interrupts the test after breaking the specimen to prevent the accessories used during the tests from being damaged.
Jolting Apparatus
Used to compact cement mortar prisms 40x40x160 mm in the three gang mould. The apparatus consists of a table holding the mould, seated on a rotating cam driven at 60 revolutions per minute.
The jolting group is connected to the table by bayonet joints for quick checking of the weights. The drop height (15,0 mm) is adjustable to keep it correct also after intensive uses. The apparatus is supplied with separate control panel including main switch, automatic digital drop counter, start/stop push button.
The apparatus accepts moulds Matest made and also of other manufacturers.
Power supply: 230 V 1ph 50 Hz 500 W
Dimensions: 1000x380x420 mm
Weight: 65 Kg approx.
Flow Table
FOR FLOW AND WORKABILITY TESTS OF MORTAR AND LIME
To perform this test, a specimen contained in a cone mould is placed on a metal surface which is then raised and dropped from a known height, after releasing the specimen from the mould.
The equipment consists of a circular top table with spindle, tripod, bronze flow mould and tamper.
The apparatuses to EN Standards are equipped also of a filling hopper. Motorized models foresee an automatic digital drop counter.
Air Entrainment Meters
It consists of an aluminium cylindrical vessel with airtight cover assembly incorporating an air pump, a precision pressure gauge Ø 90 mm and valves.
Capacity: 7 litres.
Air content range: 0 – 100%
Gauge graduations: 0.1% up to 6% of the scale; 0.2% from 6% to 10% of the scale.
Lightweight, compact and durable, this meter allows quick clamping system and testing with few pump strokes.
It is not affected by change in atmospheric pressures. The container can be used also for unit weight measures of fresh concrete and aggregates.
Supplied complete with calibration kit, accessories, robust plastic carrying case.
Dimensions: Ø 250 by 500 mm approx.
Weight: 10 kg approx.
Le Chatelier water bath
Constructed with stainless steel inside chamber and exterior case in painted steel sheet, it can hold up to 12 Le Chatelier moulds (to be ordered separately) in the removable rack, supplied with the bath, reaching the boiling point in approx. 30 minutes.
Now an original device keeps the bath temperature at the boiling point, by avoiding the water evaporation and assuring that Le Chatelier moulds remain covered by the water during all the test execution.
Power supply: 230V 1ph 50/60Hz 1800W
Dimensions: 405x265x205 mm
Weight: 7 Kg approx.
Electronic balances
Professional laboratory scale from the Matest manufacturer, which has a measuring capacity of up to 4000 g and a sensitivity of up to 0.01 g.
Designed for laboratory general purposes, most of them are fitted with under balance weighting facility for specific gravity tests, and RS232 for PC or printer connection.
They are fitted with strain gauge cells and large backlighted display. Immediate and automatc zeroing and tare, automatic changeover of scale sensitivity (dual range models only).
Hot and Cold chamber
Professional oven and refrigerator that serve to store samples at high or low temperatures, depending on the type of testing.
A hot and cold chamber is a controlled environment where mortar samples can be subjected to specific temperature ranges and humidity levels. This allows researchers to observe the effects of extreme temperatures and temperature fluctuations on the mortar, simulating real-world conditions such as seasonal changes, freeze-thaw cycles, and extreme weather events.
he chamber can typically operate within a wide temperature range, often from -30°C to +180°C This range allows for testing under both freezing and very high temperatures.
The chamber can be programmed to run specific temperature and humidity cycles, such as rapid temperature changes or prolonged exposure to certain conditions, to study the effects of thermal expansion, contraction, and moisture on mortar samples. Advanced airflow systems ensure uniform temperature and humidity distribution throughout the chamber, providing consistent and reliable test conditions.
Testing the ability of mortar to withstand repeated cycles of freezing and thawing, which is crucial for its use in cold climates.
Bulk Density
The device for measuring the density of mixtures, also known as Bulk Density,is a parameter used to measure the specific weight of a material in a mixed or uncompacted form. This parameter expresses the mass of the material for a given volume in its free or dispersed state.
In our laboratory, the devices for measuring the density of mixtures are used to precisely determine the weight of materials such as calcium carbonate, our materials, cement, lime, etc.
This device is essential for our laboratory and builders to understand the characteristics of the material and to make appropriate choices for their use in various projects.
The main purpose of the device for measuring the density of mixtures is to provide an accurate result for the density of mixed materials
Laboratory vibrating test sieve
A laboratory vibrating test sieve used specifically for analyzing calcium carbonate (CaCO3) and sands is designed to efficiently separate and classify particles based on size. Here’s a focused description:
Sieve Shaker: This is the main component that generates the vibrating action necessary for the sieving process. It can be either mechanical or electromagnetic, ensuring consistent and efficient movement of particles.
Sieve Stack: Consists of multiple sieves with varying mesh sizes, arranged from largest to smallest. For CaCO3 and sands, the mesh sizes are selected based on the desired particle size distribution.
Base Pan: Located at the bottom of the sieve stack, this pan collects the finest particles that pass through the smallest sieve.
Cover: Used to prevent sample spillage and to maintain the integrity of the sieving process.
