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Concrete Testing

Getting concrete testing done from Metlab will help to ensure that your concrete and aggregate materials are at a quality that complies with compulsory regulations and quality control standards.

We offer a full range of concrete testing services to ensure that the concrete you are using is compliant with quality standards. We provide highly specialised testing along with accreditation for a wide range of standards. We can help you comply with relevant regulations, ensure the quality of your concrete is where it should be, evaluate the performance of your materials, and also help control your quality of concrete.

Wet concrete being tested

What Our Concrete Testing Includes

At Metlab, we offer comprehensive concrete testing at every step of your project. From your first pour to the finished product, we are there with you along the way. Our concrete testing includes:

SAMPLING OF FRESH CONCRETE AND SLUMP ON SITE

TESTING SPECIMENS ON-SITE AND IN OUR LABORATORY

FLEXURAL TESTING

COMPRESSION TESTING ON MOULDS AND HARDENED CONCRETE CORES

MASS PER UNIT VOLUME TESTING FOR HARDENED CONCRETE

STRENGTH AND TOUGHNESS OF HARDENED CONCRETE

WATER ABSORPTION TESTING

AND MUCH MORE…

Call Metlab today for more information on our concrete testing.

Pressure Vessel Testing FAQ

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  • What is weld testing?
    Weld testing is a process used to evaluate the strength and quality of a weld. There are a variety of weld tests that can be performed, but the most common is the tension test. This test is used to determine the amount of force required to break a weld.
  • What is a welding certificate?
    A welding certificate is a document that certifies that a welder has completed a welding course and has the necessary skills to safely weld.
  • How often should pressure vessels be inspected?
    Pressure vessels should be inspected at regular intervals depending on their category: • Category 1 (fired or self-generating vessels): Inspected every 14 months. • Category 2 (unfired vessels): Inspected every 26 months. In addition, pressure vessels must be inspected immediately after installation/commissioning and after any repairs. Not sure how often your pressure vessel needs inspection? Contact our team for recommendations or to schedule a pressure vessel test.
  • Do all pressure vessels require regular inspections?
    Yes, in most cases, pressure vessel testing is a legal requirement. The frequency of inspection depends on the vessel category and the type of service, as explained above.
  • What is the difference between a pressure vessel and a storage tank?
    Simply put, pressure vessels contain gases or liquids that are stored at a pressure that’s above the outside atmospheric pressure. Storage tanks store gas or liquid at the same pressure as the outside atmospheric pressure.
  • Why is concrete testing important?
    Concrete testing is important because by performing these tests, we are measuring factors like strength, consistency, weight, air content, and temperature. However, by performing concrete testing consistently, we will detect changes in the concrete that could affect its long-term performance. Contact us today to learn more about concrete testing.
  • What are core tests in concrete testing?
    Core tests are performed to assess whether the concrete in a new structure complies with strength-based acceptance criteria. It is also used in existing structures for the evaluation of structural capacity.
  • What industries take advantage of corrosion testing?
    Corrosion testing is used in the automotive, aerospace, materials and the construction industry.
  • What is corrosion testing?
    Corrosion testing is an umbrella term that refers to the processes conducted by laboratories that is designed to help prevent or reduce the issues related to corrosion. Corrosion testing is part of failure analysis that is applied to infrastructure products and industrial materials.
  • How do I hire Metlab for corrosion testing?
    Please get in contact with us directly. Our customer service team will talk you through the hiring process.
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