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It is made from plated steel including mould body, base and collar.
Definition of Compacting Factor: The ratio of the weight of partially compacted concrete to the weight of the concrete when fully compacted in the same mould. The compacting factor apparatus consists of two conical hoppers each with a hinged trap with a quick release mechanism to allow free flow of the concrete sample. A cylindrical …
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The AIV apparatus consists of a hammer with a trip action release, mould and automatic blow counter. All this is contained within a rigid frame to ensure free-fall of the hammer when released. To determine the Aggregate Impact Value (AIV) of aggregates which provides a relative measure of the resistance of an aggregate to sudden …
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The Skid Resistance & Friction Tester is suitable for both site and laboratory applications to perform tests to the following standards: BS 812 Pt. 114 BS EN 1097-8 Determination of Polished Stone Value AS/NZS 4586:1999 Slip resistance classification of new pedestrian surface materials BS 6077 Pt 1 Clay and calcium silicate pavers for flexible pavements. …
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Used to compact 40mm x 40mm x 160mm cement mortar prisms in the three gang mould. The table consists of a platform 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. The150mm drop …
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