The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (ATS FoC) conducts ASTM C157 shrinkage testing for concrete with strict adherence to protocol, quick turnaround times, and clear reporting.
Concrete Shrinkage Testing to ASTM C157
This ASTM International standardized method provides objective data to help owners, designers, contractors, and regulators assess mixture performance, manage cracking risk, and make informed specification or remediation decisions.
ATS performs ASTM C157/C157M testing with careful attention to specimen preparation, curing, environmental control, and measurement traceability. This ensures results are defensible for design reviews, quality control, and dispute resolution.
ASTM C157 Shrinkage Testing Methodology
Shrinkage testing concrete to ASTM C157/C157M involves casting beam specimens, applying a specified moist cure, then exposing them to controlled drying. Our certified technicians then record length change with a comparator, as outlined in the ASTM standard. We maintain calibrated equipment, documented sample custody, and laboratory conditions consistent with ASTM C157 (73°F/23°C and 50% relative humidity) to ensure measured shrinkage accurately reflects material behavior. Our reports include raw measurements, statistical summaries, and interpretation against project limits, along with practical recommendations for mix adjustments, admixture selection, curing improvements, and jointing strategies to address cracking and serviceability concerns.
As drying shrinkage leads to cracking, ASTM C157 testing can help identify existing and potential issues that compromise durability, allow harmful agents to enter, and lead to costly repairs or liability. Early quantification allows targeted mitigation to minimize damage and even prevent failure. By combining rigorous testing with expert interpretation and clear remediation strategies, we provide professional, defensible, and cost-effective guidance to protect structural performance, extend service life, and reduce long-term risk.
Our Clients
The ATS FoC is proud to be the preferred concrete shrinkage testing provider for some of the nation’s premier businesses and organizations operating in a wide range of fields and disciplines. We most commonly perform ASTM C157 shrinkage testing for concrete for:
- Concrete/Mix Manufacturers
- Facility/Property Owners and Operators
- Engineers
- Transportation Agencies
- Insurance Providers and Legal Teams
Additional Concrete and Aggregate Testing Services
In addition to our ASTM C157 concrete shrinkage testing services, the ATS FoC offers an expansive list of testing services. These services include:
- Bulk Density Testing
- Angularity Number Testing
- Water Absorption Testing
- Compressive Strength Testing
- Particle Shape Testing
- Sieve Analysis
- Crushing Value Testing
- Polished Aggregate Friction Value Testing
- Wet and Dry Strength Variation Testing
- Particle Density Testing
ATS: The Trusted ASTM C157 Testing Experts
As a longstanding provider of testing, inspection, certification, and compliance (TICC), ATS has the experience, resources, and skills to help your business achieve and maintain operational excellence. ATS is an ISO 9001:2015-registered and ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited testing laboratory with over five decades of business expertise, prioritizing precision, reliability, transparency, and customer satisfaction to keep your business running smoothly.
Contact Us
Trust the proven professionals at ATS to handle your ASTM C157 shrinkage testing concrete needs. Give us a call at +1 (888) 287-5227 or submit a web request form today to get started.
