Materials Testing & Quality Control
Lorma Constructions owns and operates a materials testing laboratory that supports the delivery of major road constructions by way of quality control. Our materials testing laboratory is accredited in the field of “Construction Material Testing” and the provision of these services, through our testing facilities, ensures that materials used in the construction process are tested and compliant to international standards.
The use of technology is an important factor in delivering a world class product. At Lorma Constructions, we utilise best practices along with modern equipment and technology to deliver a product that meets the needs of our clients. The table below provides an overview of the testing options and methods available.
| No. | Descriptive Title | Numerical Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sample Preparation | AS 1289.1.1 |
| 2 | Moisture Content Determination | AS 1289.2.1.1 |
| 3 | Particle Size Distribution (Grading) | AS 1289 3.6.1 |
| 4 | Liquid Limit | AS 1289 3.1.1 |
| 5 | Plastic Limit | AS 1289 3.2.1 |
| 6 | Plasticity Index | AS 1289 3.3.1 |
| 7 | Linear Shrinkage | AS 1289 3.4.1 |
| 8 | Proctor Test (Compaction Standard) | AS 1289 5.1.1 |
| 9 | Proctor Test (Compaction Modified) | AS 1289 5.2.1 |
| 10 | California Bearing Ratio (CBR) | AS 1289 6.1.1 |
| 11 | Field Density Test (FDT Sand in Cone) | AS 1289 5.3.1 |
| 12 | Field Density Test (FDT Nuclear Gauge) | AS 1289 5.8.1 |
To learn more about the testing services available at our laboratory or to obtain a quote, please get in touch on +675 323 2218 or fill out the enquiry form on the right.
| B. Aggregates | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sampling Aggregates | AS 1141 4.1 |
| 2 | Particle Size Distribution (Grading) | AS 1141.11 |
| 3 | Average Least Dimension (Direct Measure) | – |
| 4 | Flakiness Index AS | 1141.15 |
| 5 | Aggregates Soundness | AS 1141.24 |
| 6 | Bulk Density and Absorption (Fine Agg.) | AS 1141.5 |
| 7 | Bulk Density and Absorption (Course Agg.) | AS 1141.6 |
| 8 | Los Angeles Abrasion | AS 1141.23 |
| C. Concrete | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sampling of Fresh Concrete | AS 1012.1 |
| 2 | Consistency (Slump) | AS 1012.3.1 |
| 3 | Making and Curing Specimens Field/Lab. | AS 1012.8 |
| 4 | Compressive Strength | AS 1012.9 |
