Grout Testing

Detail of load cell, test supports and loading anvil

This section includes some of the testing equipment required by EN Standards for testing grout for prestressing tendons, repair grouts and grouts for tiles.

Fluidity Test of Grouts for Pre-Stressing Tendons: Grout Spread Method

Mould for grout spread test consiting of a stiff plastic mould, 39 mm internal diameter,

Standards EN 445

Mould for grout spread test model 64-L0053/A
Description

 

Mould for grout spread test consiting of a stiff plastic mould, 39 mm internal diameter, 60 mm high, weight 60 g approx.
Products

 

64-L0053/A
Mould for grout spread test to EN 445
Accessories
 
22-T0040/1
Glass plastic limit plate 300 x 300 mm

Flow Cone Apparatus

Used for determining the flow properties of mortars, grouts, muds and other fluid material

Standards EN 445

64-L0055/A with 64-L0055/2, 64-L0055/3 and 64-L0055/5
Description

 

 

Used for determining the flow properties of mortars, grouts, muds and many other type of fluid materials. The apparatus comprises a metal stand supporting the stainless steel cone having inside dimensions of 150 mm inside upper dia. x 280 mm height. When fit with the 10 mm nozzle the total height is 350 mm. The apparatus, as prescribed by EN 445, is supplied complete with 150 mm dia. sieve 2 mm opening, 10 mm dia. nozzle with fitting bush and 1 liter cap. cup. It can also be fit with other nozzles 8, 9, 11, and 13 mm int. dia. See accessories.

  • Weight approx.: 10 kg
Products

 

64-L0055/A

Flow cone apparatus with 10 mm dia nozzle, metal stand and sieve 2 mm ap. to EN 445

Accessories
 
64-L0055/1
Stainless steel cone without nozzle
 
64-L0055/2
Nozzle, 8 mm inside dia.
 
64-L0055/3
Nozzle, 9 mm inside dia.
 
64-L0055/4
Nozzle, 10 mm inside dia.
 
64-L0055/5
Nozzle, 11 mm inside dia.
 
64-L0055/6
Nozzle, 13 mm inside dia.
 
64-L0055/7

Stainless steel sieve, 150 mm dia, 2 mm opening

Flow Test Apparatus for Grouts

Used for determining the workability (or consistence) of repair grouts and mortars.

Standards EN 13395-2

Flow test apparatus for grouts
Description

 

Used for determining the workability (or consistence) of repair grouts and mortars. Consisting of a special funnel fited on a metal channel.

  • Overall dimensions (lxdxh): 954x205x370 mm
  • Weight approx.: 6,5 kg
 
 
Products

 

64-L0054/A
Flow trough for the determination of work ability of grouts and mortars to EN 13395-2

Mould for Crack Bridging

Mould for crack bridging test to EN 14891

Standards EN 14891

Description

 

These mould consist of six horizontal compartments so that six prismatic specimens (12 ± 0,1) mm × (40 ± 1) mm × (160 ± 1) mm, with a square hole, with (4 ± 0,1) mm side, in the middle of the narrowest face, can be prepared simultaneously.
Products

 

65-L0010/C

Six gang mould 12 x 40 x 160 mm according to EN 14891.          

UNIFRAME-MINI Automatic Testing Machine for Transverse Deformation of Tile Adhesives and Grouts

Designed for transverse deformation testing of tile adhesives and grouts

Standards EN 12004-2

UNIFRAME-MINI, Automatic testing machine (70-T0108/MINI)
Description

 

The UNIFRAME-MINI machine is a fully automatic unit specifically designed for transverse deformation testing of tile adhesives and grouts in conformance with the stringent requirements of EN 12004.
Great attention has been given to the machine design, as shown by the high-stiffness frame which allows wide access to the test area, the robust loading anvil and supports, the easily readable touchscreen graphic display mounted at head-height and oriented towards the user at a comfortable angle, the appropriately positioned connection ports on the rear of the machine and the compact and ergonomic overall construction.
During operation, the machine measures the transverse deformation of a tile adhesive or grout strip specimen with prescribed dimensions (3mm thickness), whilst subjecting it to a 3-point bending load which is gradually increased in such a way that the transverse deformation is constant at 2mm/min. The test is completed when failure occurs.
The transverse deformation rate is automatically controlled by an advanced closed-loop controller based on a customized algorithm. 

 

 
 
Main features

 

  • Compact, solid and ergonomic design
  • Class 1 accuracy (load and deformation)
  • High productivity
  • Fully automatic test cycle. The complete test cycle is automatically performed by simply pressing the start button. Correct test execution conforming to the reference Standard is continuously and automatically controlled.
  • Soft roller-to-specimen contact and smooth load rate control from the very beginning of the ramp
  • Connects to laboratory network via LAN port/software
  • Allows remote verification of settings and performances and easy debugging of unexpected malfunctions
Products

 

70-T0108/MINI

Automatic testing machine UNIFRAME-MINI for transverse deformation of tile adhesives and grouts conforming to EN12004. 110-230V/50-60HZ/1Ph 

Technical specification
  • 250 N maximum load capacity
  • Load cell and device measuring the specimen transverse deformation are included
  • Loading anvil and supports are included
  • 240 x 128 pixel touchscreen graphic display showing numbers and diagrams
  • Effective sampling and control rate up to 50/sec
  • 17-bit effective resolution
  • 30mm actuator stroke
  • Data storage on USB pen drive (included)
  • Connection to PC via LAN port (communication software is included)
  • Multiple selection of languages and units
  • Real-time clock and date
  • Closed-loop PID control of transverse deformation rate
  • Maximum power absorption: 50W
  • Overall dimensions (wxdxh): 470x350x 650mm
  • Weight: 30kg (approx.)
Accessories
70-T0108/M2
Pressure plate for specimens to EN 12004, dimensions 300mm x 45 mm, 3 mm thickness (TemplateB).
 
70-T0108/M3
10 kg weight with handle for preparation of specimen to EN12004
 
70-SW/TDU
PC software for the determination of transverse deformation for cementitious adhesives and grouts to EN 12002

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