Assess Concrete Without Unnecessary Damage
Understanding the condition of an existing concrete structure does not always require extensive destructive testing.
C3S, Inc. uses non-destructive and minimally invasive evaluation techniques to help identify areas requiring further investigation while reducing unnecessary damage to the structure.
What Is Non-Destructive Testing?
Non-destructive testing (NDT) uses specialized equipment and field techniques to evaluate concrete or locate internal features without significantly damaging the structure.
Common Evaluation Methods
Depending on the project, testing may include:
- Ultrasonic pulse velocity
- Ground-penetrating radar (GPR)
- Reinforcement location
- Internal void detection
- Concrete condition surveys
- Concrete uniformity assessment
- Core evaluation
- Compressive-strength evaluation
What Can NDT Identify?
NDT can help identify:
- Potential internal voids
- Areas of inconsistent concrete
- Reinforcement locations
- Possible deterioration
- Areas requiring additional sampling
- Variations in concrete quality
- Potential defects
Combining NDT With Laboratory Testing
Non-destructive testing is often most useful when combined with targeted sampling and laboratory investigation.
For example, field testing may identify an area of concern, followed by core sampling, petrographic examination, or other laboratory analysis.
Important Consideration
NDT results should be interpreted within the context of the structure, construction history, environmental exposure, and other available evidence.
Related C3S, Inc. Services
- Non-Destructive Testing & Field Evaluation
- Concrete Condition Assessment
- Forensic Investigation
- Concrete Testing
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