Concrete Crack Testing
Concrete Crack Testing: Listening to What Your Structure Is Trying to Tell You
Although concrete is robust, it is not silent. Concrete cracks are more than just imperfections. They are signals. Caution. Shouts and whispers alternate. Our responsibility at Falcon Laboratory LLC is to listen and decipher what your structure attempts to convey through each crack, shift, and surface imperfection. Our concrete crack testing services enable you to discover the true story underneath the surface—without causing any harm to the structure itself—whether it’s a tiny crack on a basement wall or a large fracture that runs through a high-rise column.
Why Cracks Matter (Even the Tiny Ones)
No fracture does not portend catastrophe. Ignoring them, though? That’s where the trouble starts. Concrete structures are constantly under stress because of temperature fluctuations, large loads, settling, dampness, and vibrations. These stresses can eventually result in tensile cracks, among the most noticeable and potentially dangerous concrete cracks. For years, certain fissures remain dormant. Some change with time, spreading farther and endangering lifespan, safety, and integrity. Fractures are not merely observed; they are studied. We discover their size, whether they’re growing, why, and what to do.
How We Check for Cracks (Without Breaking a Thing)
We specialize in non-destructive concrete crack testing—which means we uncover problems without chipping, drilling, or damaging your structure. We assess cracks from the surface to their core using sophisticated equipment and trained hands.
What We Test – And How It Helps You
We use ASTM standards that are well-known in the industry to test for waterproofness. That implies that every result you get from us is based on dependable, internationally accepted methods and is trusted by regulatory bodies. However, the true significance is that every test tells a story. And collectively, they tell you precisely how your supplies will work in the actual world.
Here’s how we do it:
1.Ultrasonic Pulse Echo Scanning (Pundit Live Array Pro) Can you picture having X-ray-like visibility through your concrete? This powerful device penetrates the material with ultrasonic pulses to map its contents. It can detect crack depth, voids, honeycombs, ducts, and delamination’s. Getting to a portion of the concrete is required, but it is quick and precise.
2. Speed of an ultrasonic pulse (Pundit PL200 PE)
This machine measures the speed at which waves move through concrete. If a wave slows down, it means there is a problem, like a hidden hole or a tension crack in the concrete. It’s great to see how concrete it is in general.
3. Testing with a Rebound Hammer
It checks how hard a surface is by seeing how it responds to being hit with a hammer. Some of you might have heard about this piece of gear. It tells you quickly how firm the surface is and lets you figure out which areas require more tests. We locate reinforcing bars and determine the level of cover in this way. It’s helpful when cracks are close to steel reinforcement, which usually indicates corrosion and more serious structural problems.
4. Electrical Resistivity (Resipod)
One of the leading causes of cracks is moisture. This tool helps us determine whether minor surface fractures could develop into larger ones by indicating how probable it is that your concrete will absorb moisture.
5. Ultrasonic Coating Thickness Gauge (PosiTector PT-200)
This tool assesses the thickness of surface coatings, such as paint, sealants, etc., without causing any harm to them. Why? We must determine whether the protective layer has been weakened, since often what appears to be a break in the coating is actually deeper.
6. Coating Porosity Detector (PCWI DC-15)
To identify potential entry points for moisture or corrosion, this instrument looks for pinholes or weak places, particularly around existing cracks, if your surface has protective coatings.
Our Concrete Crack Testing Services
- Compressive Strength of Concrete Cubes specimen testing service (Test standard BS EN 12390 Part 1,2,3, & 7)
- Test service for the Flexural Strength of Concrete Beams specimens (Test standard BS 1881 Part 118)
- Water Absorption of hardened concrete specimen testing (Test standard BS 1881 Part 122)
- Initial Surface Absorption (ISAT) of hardened concrete specimen testing service (Test standard DIN 1048 / BSEN 12390 Part 8)
- Rapid Chloride Penetration Test (RCP) of hardened concrete specimen testing service (Test standard ASTM C1202)
- Chloride Content in concrete specimen testing (Test standard BS1881 Part 124)
- Sulphate Content in concrete specimen testing (Test standard BS1881 Part 124)
- Tensile Splitting Strength of concrete cylinders specimen testing service (Test standard BS1881 Part 117)
- Compressive Strength of concrete cylinders specimen testing (Test standard BS1881 Part 116)
- Dry Film Thickness specimen testing (Test standard BS3900 Part C5)
- Compressive Strength of Concrete Core- With Drilling specimen testing (Test standard BS 1881-120/ BS EN 12504-1)
Falcon Laboratory LLC also offers fresh concrete testing services such as:
- Sampling of Fresh Concrete at site, including concrete cube making, slump & temperature per mix testing (Test standard BS 1881 Part 101)
- Density of fresh concrete per mix testing (Test standard BS 1881 Part 107)
- Air Content in fresh concrete per mix testing (Test standard BS 1881 Part 106)
- Bleeding of fresh concrete per mix testing (Test standard ASTM C 232)
- Concrete Setting Time of fresh concrete hour testing (Test standard ASTM C 403)
- Yield / Cement Content of fresh concrete Specimen testing (Test standard ASTM C 138/C 138M)
- Water / Cement Ratio Specimen testing (Test standard BS 1881 Part 2)
Things We're Looking For (And You Should Know)
- Cracks are checked by: Location: Where is the crack? Wall? A slab? Beam?
- Is it hairline or broad enough to accommodate a coin?
- Depth: It's critical to gauge how deep concrete cracks are. Is it only surface-level, or does it extend all the way through?
- Activity: Is the break steady or is it growing over time?
- Cause: Overload, corrosion, thermal changes, settlement, or another factor?
Risk Level: Is it structural, cosmetic, or repairable? We understand the data, not just collect it. After that, we have a face-to-face or virtual meeting to discuss our findings and suggest you action.
Real-World Example: Small Crack, Big Decision
Suppose you oversee a parking garage. You call us in for testing after spotting a crack close to a column. We test with a rebound hammer; the surface appears to be soft. After using ultrasonic scanning, we find that the break is deep and could potentially jeopardize the rebar. The cover depth is inadequate, according to Porometer. Resipod exhibits high moisture conductivity. That storm is ideal. You now understand that this column requires immediate repair rather than merely patching the surface because failing could jeopardize the structure’s safety.
Who We Work With
- Contractors and builders looking for quality assurance
- Structural engineers investigating visible damage
- Facility managers keep long-standing buildings in shape
- Developers needing peace of mind before handover
- Consultants managing large-scale infrastructure audits
- From residential towers to highways, heritage buildings to industrial plants—if there's concrete involved, we're the team you want to keep it safe.
Why Choose Falcon Laboratory?
We Can Understand You
You don’t need to be a civil engineer to understand our reports. We thoroughly explain the crack, its importance, and the next steps.
Cutting Edge Technology Meets Practical Experience
Our equipment is of the highest caliber. The actual difference, however, is made by our people—engineers who have seen it all and can decipher every reading.
No Surprises
Not just finding cracks is the objective; we want to eliminate surprises. Knowing what’s going on within your company gives you more options.
Quick and Flexible
We don’t make you wait for responses, and we accommodate your schedule. Communication is always open, reports are sent out promptly, and testing is completed quickly.
When Should You Get a Concrete Crack Test?
- Suddenly, new fissures have emerged.
- Old fissures are becoming wider or longer.
- Water is leaking through the walls or joints.
- Plans call for renovations close to structural components.
- You're purchasing or selling a home that has apparent damage.
- You need documentation for a building project you're turning over. If you need one, you most likely do.
Don't Wait for the Crack to Widen
You have invested too much in your bridge, building, or other structure to allow a minor fracture to grow into a significant issue. Crack testing in concrete is made simple, intelligible, and valuable by Falcon Laboratory LLC. We certainly have staff to listen, investigate, and help you move forward. From cracking, let’s remove the element of guessing.
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