The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (ATS FoC) determines concrete compressive strength in accordance with ASTM C39, promoting construction resilience and safety.
ASTM C39 testing evaluates the compressive strength of concrete by subjecting cured concrete cylinders or drilling cores from existing concrete to increasing compressive loads until failure occurs. The resulting strength is calculated by dividing the maximum load sustained by the specimen at failure by its cross-sectional area.
What Does ASTM C39 Measure?
ASTM C39 measures the compressive strength of concrete cylinders.
Compressive strength in concrete depends on factors such as mixing, curing conditions, size, shape, composition, and aggregate structure. Improper material selection, design, or curing can reduce the concrete’s ability to withstand heavy loads. ASTM C39 testing evaluates the concrete’s capacity to resist fracturing, buckling, or rupturing under load.
Why is Compressive Strength Testing Important for Concrete?
Cylindrical concrete samples are vital to the structural integrity of construction projects. Variations in concrete properties can compromise strength and lead to failure under load. ASTM C39 compressive testing verifies the material’s ability to withstand substantial forces, supporting project longevity and performance.
Partnering with an experienced testing laboratory like ATS verifies that your concrete meets required safety and performance standards.
Concrete Services that Secure Construction Projects
The ATS FoC conducts concrete testing and inspection using various methods. In addition to ASTM C39, our experts provide services including but not limited to:
- Concrete X-Ray
- Forensic Failure Analysis
- Nondestructive Inspections (including Ultrasonic, GPR, Impact-Echo, etc.)
- Flexural Strength Testing
- Aggregate Testing
- Concrete Core Testing
- Strength Testing
- Modulus of Elasticity Testing
- Concrete Temperature Testing
- Grout Compressive Strength Testing
We conduct tests according to applicable standards and client-specific needs.
The ATS FoC: Our Commitment to Excellence
The ATS FoC offers concrete services to support construction projects and reduce risk. We are committed to providing accurate, timely results to help you control costs, minimize waste, and meet project requirements.
We maintain several ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations across our calibration, inspection, and testing services. Our facilities also operate under our ISO 9001:2015-registered quality management system, demonstrating our ability to meet rigorous client requirements.
Contact Us
To determine the compressive strength of your concrete cylinders, contact the ATS FoC through our web form or by calling +1 (888) 287-5227.
