construction materials testing
The impact of Construction Materials Testing reaches far beyond whether a certain material passes inspection or not. The integrity of a roadway, building, or other construction structures can easily be compromised if materials testing services are not properly completed, which can result in costly outcomes on project construction.
At Arias, we know how our services impact a project’s design, construction, and performance. Our Project Managers see the big picture and strive to ensure our services contribute positively to both the project’s short-term and long-term outcomes. Our certified and knowledgeable staff provide a myriad of construction Materials Testing services during and after construction. These services assist contractors during construction, provide confirmation to owners, designers, and building authorities that projects will perform as intended, and facilitate post-construction investigation of elements not performing correctly.
Our services listed may be provided on an on-call or full-time basis, with laboratory testing performed in our local offices. If project needs dictate, Arias can provide an on-site laboratory to support our field personnel and the project team.
At Arias, we know how our services impact a project’s design, construction, and performance. Our Project Managers see the big picture and strive to ensure our services contribute positively to both the project’s short-term and long-term outcomes. Our certified and knowledgeable staff provide a myriad of construction Materials Testing services during and after construction. These services assist contractors during construction, provide confirmation to owners, designers, and building authorities that projects will perform as intended, and facilitate post-construction investigation of elements not performing correctly.
Our services listed may be provided on an on-call or full-time basis, with laboratory testing performed in our local offices. If project needs dictate, Arias can provide an on-site laboratory to support our field personnel and the project team.
Arias provides Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Special Inspections in many phases of construction including (but not limited to):
Shallow Foundation Construction
Deep Foundation Construction
Earthwork and Site Preparation
Aggregate Materials
Asphalt Materials
Portland Cement Concrete
Structural Steel
Reinforcing Steel
Concrete and Asphalt Mix Designs
Post-Tension Concrete
Soils and Soil/Lime/
Cement Mixtures
Roofing Systems
Pre-Cast Concrete Components
Masonry and Grout
Wood Framing
Post Installed Anchors
Tilt-Wall Construction
Non-Destructive Testing
Forensic Investigation
construction materials testing services
Concrete testing & observation
Arias field personnel provide pre-placement observations including formwork, reinforcement, and embeds. Then during concrete placement we perform testing (temperature, slump, air content, unit weight, and cast specimens for compressive strength testing), and observe the placement procedures for proper consolidation, finishing, and curing procedures.
soil testing & observation
Soil properties influence many design parameters, especially for foundations and roadways. In the laboratory, Arias tests soils from jobsites to determine whether they comply with project specifications and to provide needed data for use by our field staff. Our field staff then uses this data during construction while testing for things like compaction, moisture content, and proper soils utilization. Arias field staff also provides observations for deep foundations such as drilled piers and driven piles.
asphalt testing & Observation
Asphalt may seem simple on the surface, but as your favorite pothole can attest: this process can be delicate, complicated, and prone to failure. In the field, Arias staff helps manage this process through monitoring of placement temperatures, testing of compaction, and observation of rolling patterns and joint construction. At the asphalt plant, we also provide monitoring and testing during production to verify mixes and help maintain consistent product delivery to the project.
sTRUCTURAL STEEL OBSERVATIONS &
certified welding inspections (cwi)
Our AWS Certified Welding Inspectors check the nuts and bolts of steel construction (and welds). As well as, visual observation during steel erection, verification of welding and bolting, and non-destructive testing of welds.
masonry testing & observation
While masons are at work, so are we. Our Field Technicians observe the placement of brick and block checking the construction for compliance with plans and code for reinforcement, placement, and proper tolerances. We also sample mortar and grout for property verification back at our lab.
