Principle of Common Lab and In-Situ Testing With the Quality Control and the Case Studies
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.58915/aset.v3i1.783Abstract
Testing building materials is essential for ensuring quality control in the construction field. In order to meet the necessary standards, codes, and specifications, it should adhere to the rules in the appropriate way. Soil, aggregate, and concrete are typically the materials tested. Aggregate testing, which is covered by BS 812, may also be tested in accordance with BS 1377, which regulates soil testing, to determine the particle size distribution. In accordance with the size of the soil, BS 1377 also provides standard guidelines on the test procedure for Proctor compaction. The Archimedes principle is used to determine the density by measuring the displacement of water or a related material, such as paraffin oil or sand. Moreover, the determination of the compressive strength of the concrete is regulated by BS EN 12390. The sampling procedure, standard procedure of the Proctor compaction test, visual evaluation of the compressive strength test failure modes, and the in-situ core should all be examined as described in this paper in order to guarantee the testing's high quality. The last section includes four common case studies in construction connected by the faulty cube-making process, the inconsistent compressive strength result, and the lack of coordination of construction activities. In conclusion, construction material testing is an integral part of quality assurance in construction, but it should be conducted in accordance with the standards to ensure that the materials have the necessary characteristics and properties to perform as intended.
Keywords:
Testing, building materials, standard, quality control, case studiesReferences
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