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Concrete and Mortar Testing AASHTO T112 Density of AggregateAASHTO T119 Compressive Strength of CylindersAASHTO T119 Compressive Strength of CylindersAASHTO T119 Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete SpecimensAASHTO T161 Length Change of Hardened ConcreteAASHTO T22 Slump Test for Fresh ConcreteAASHTO T23 Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by Pressure MethodAASHTO T24 Air Content of Hydraulic Cement Concrete by Pressure MethodAASHTO T71 Sampling and Testing of AggregateAASHTO T97 Compression Testing of ConcreteAASHTO T97 Compressive Strength of CylindersACI 209 Prediction of Creep, Shrinkage, and Temperature EffectsACI 211 Guide for Concrete Mixture ProportioningACI 214 Guide for Evaluation of Strength Test ResultsACI 234 Guide for Concrete DurabilityACI 301 Specifications for Structural ConcreteACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural ConcreteACI 318 Structural Concrete Code RequirementsACI 522 Guide for Fiber-Reinforced ConcreteACI 544 Fiber Reinforcement TestingASTM C1064 Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-Cement ConcreteASTM C1074 Estimating Concrete Strength by Maturity MethodASTM C1077 Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing ConcreteASTM C109 Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement MortarsASTM C109M Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement MortarsASTM C114 Chemical Analysis of Hydraulic CementASTM C1152 Acid Soluble Chloride in Concrete and Concrete Raw MaterialsASTM C1157 Performance Specification for Hydraulic CementASTM C1202 Electrical Indication of Concrete’s Ability to Resist Chloride Ion PenetrationASTM C1231 Structural Testing of Drilled Concrete CoresASTM C1237 Flow of Mortar Using a Flow TableASTM C1240 Testing for Air-Entraining AdmixturesASTM C1260 Accelerated Mortar Bar Test for Alkali-Silica ReactionASTM C138 Unit Weight, Yield, and Air Content of ConcreteASTM C140 Density, Yield, and Air Content of MortarASTM C143 Slump of Hydraulic-Cement ConcreteASTM C143 Slump of Hydraulic-Cement ConcreteASTM C1512 Restrained Expansion of Mortar Bars Due to ASRASTM C156 Air Content in Freshly Mixed Concrete by Volumetric MethodASTM C157 Length Change of Hardened ConcreteASTM C157 Length Change of Hardened ConcreteASTM C1576 Testing Mortars for Air ContentASTM C1579 Early Age Shrinkage of Cementitious Mixtures Using Embedded Strain GaugesASTM C1585 Measurement of Rate of Absorption of Water by Hydraulic Cement ConcreteASTM C1602 Mixing Water for ConcreteASTM C1609 Flexural Performance of Fiber-Reinforced ConcreteASTM C1679 Method for Measuring Early-Age Shrinkage of Cementitious MixturesASTM C171 Sampling Fresh ConcreteASTM C185 Determination of Carbonation DepthASTM C185 Determination of Carbonation Depth in ConcreteASTM C185 Measurement of Setting Time of Hydraulic CementASTM C231 Air Content in Freshly Mixed Concrete by Pressure MethodASTM C231 Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by Pressure MethodASTM C266 Time of Setting of Concrete Mixtures by Penetration ResistanceASTM C293 Flexural Strength of ConcreteASTM C293 Flexural Strength of Concrete Using Simple Beam with Third-Point LoadingASTM C293 Flexural Strength of Concrete Using Simple Beam with Third-Point LoadingASTM C293 Testing Concrete Beam Flexural StrengthASTM C31 Making and Curing Concrete Test SpecimensASTM C349 Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement MortarsASTM C39 Compressive Strength Testing of Concrete CylindersASTM C42 Obtaining and Testing Drilled Cores and Sawed BeamsASTM C469 Modulus of Elasticity and Poisson’s Ratio in ConcreteASTM C469 Static Modulus of Elasticity and Poisson’s Ratio of Concrete in CompressionASTM C494 Chemical Admixtures for ConcreteASTM C642 Density, Absorption, and Voids in Hardened ConcreteASTM C666 Resistance of Concrete to Rapid Freezing and ThawingASTM C78 Flexural Strength of ConcreteASTM C78 Flexural Strength of Concrete BeamsASTM C805 Rebound Number of Hardened ConcreteASTM C876 Half-Cell Potential of Steel in ConcreteBS 1881-121 Determination of Water Absorption of Hardened ConcreteBS 1881-203 Testing for Compressive StrengthBS 1881-208 Testing for Flexural StrengthBS 4550 Specification for Concrete TestingBS 4551 Testing of Concrete – Methods for Strength and DensityBS 812 Testing AggregatesBS 8500-1 Concrete – Part 1: Specification for Constituent MaterialsBS 8500-2 Concrete – Part 2: Specification for ConcreteBS EN 1015-11 Determination of Flexural and Compressive Strength of MortarBS EN 197-1 Cement StandardsBS EN 206 Specification for ConcreteBS EN 480-11 Admixtures for Concrete – Testing MethodsBS EN 934-2 Concrete AdmixturesEN 12390-10 Determination of Chloride Content in Hardened ConcreteEN 12390-2 Making and Curing Specimens for Strength TestsEN 12390-3 Compressive Strength of Test SpecimensEN 12390-5 Flexural Strength of Test SpecimensEN 12390-6 Tensile Splitting Strength of Test SpecimensEN 12390-7 Density of Hardened ConcreteEN 12390-8 Depth of Penetration of Water Under PressureEN 12620 Aggregates for ConcreteEN 12620 Aggregates for ConcreteEN 13039 Siliceous Sand for ConcreteEN 13055 Lightweight AggregatesEN 13286-47 Test Methods for Unbound and Hydraulically Bound MixturesEN 13670 Execution of Concrete StructuresEN 196-1 Determination of StrengthEN 196-3 Determination of Setting Times and SoundnessEN 196-6 Determination of FinenessEN 197-1 Cement Composition and SpecificationsEN 197-1 Composition, Specifications and Conformity Criteria for Common CementsEN 206-1 Concrete Specification, Performance, Production and ConformityISO 14001 Environmental Management in Concrete ProductionISO 15686-2 Service Life Planning of Concrete StructuresISO 1920-1 Sampling of Hardened ConcreteISO 1920-3 Sampling Fresh ConcreteISO 1920-4 Strength Testing of Concrete – Part 4: Strength by CompressionISO 1920-5 Determination of Tensile Splitting StrengthISO 1920-6 Flexural Strength Testing of ConcreteISO 1920-7 Determination of Density of Hardened ConcreteISO 1920-8 Determination of Water Absorption of Hardened ConcreteISO 1920-9 Determination of Freeze-Thaw ResistanceISO 21930 Sustainability in Building ConstructionISO 22112 Concrete Testing – Durability TestingISO 679 Determination of Strength of Hydraulic Cement

ISO 679 Methods of Testing Cement - Determination of Strength Laboratory Testing Service Provided by Eurolab

Overview of Relevant Standards

The ISO 679 standard is a widely recognized international standard for determining the strength of cement. This standard provides guidelines and methods for testing the compressive strength of cement, ensuring that it meets the required specifications for various applications.

International Standards

  • ISO 679:2019 - Methods of testing cements - Determination of strength

  • ASTM C109/C109M-18 - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. or 50-mm Cube Specimens)

  • EN 196-1:2016 - Methods of testing cement - Part 1: Determination of strength

    • National Standards

  • TSE ISO 679:2019 - Çimento testi için güç belirleme yöntemleri (Turkish Standardization Institute, Turkey)

  • SS 24.021:1992 - Cement, mortar and concrete - Test methods for compressive strength (Swedish Standards Institution, Sweden)

    • Standard Development Organizations

    Standard development organizations play a crucial role in creating and maintaining standards that ensure consistency and quality across industries. Some prominent standard development organizations include:

  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO)

  • American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

  • European Committee for Standardization (CEN)

    • Legal and Regulatory Framework

    The legal and regulatory framework surrounding cement testing is governed by various national and international regulations.

  • EU Regulation No. 305/2011 - Construction Products Directive (CPD) requires manufacturers to provide test reports and certificates of conformity

  • US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines require businesses to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results

    • Standard Compliance Requirements for Different Industries

    Standard compliance is a critical aspect of ensuring product safety, quality, and reliability. Some industries that require standard compliance include:

  • Construction: Building codes and regulations require cement to meet specific strength requirements

  • Infrastructure development: High-strength cements are often used in bridge construction, requiring strict testing standards

  • Concrete production: Manufacturers must ensure that their products meet the required specifications for compressive strength

    • Standard Evolution and Update

    Standards evolve over time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, and industry needs.

  • ISO 679:2019 is an update of the previous standard (ISO 679:2000), incorporating new testing methods and equipment

  • Standards development involves a collaborative effort among experts from various industries and organizations

    • Specific Standard Numbers and Scope

    The following are some specific standard numbers and their scope:

  • ISO 679:2019 - Methods of testing cements - Determination of strength (includes compressive strength testing)

  • EN 196-1:2016 - Methods of testing cement - Part 1: Determination of strength (includes setting time, soundness, and water demand tests)

    • Standard Compliance Requirements for Different Industries

    Standard compliance is a critical aspect of ensuring product safety, quality, and reliability. Some industries that require standard compliance include:

  • Construction: Building codes and regulations require cement to meet specific strength requirements

  • Infrastructure development: High-strength cements are often used in bridge construction, requiring strict testing standards

  • Concrete production: Manufacturers must ensure that their products meet the required specifications for compressive strength

    • Industry-Specific Examples and Case Studies

    Some industry-specific examples and case studies include:

  • A concrete manufacturer ensured compliance with ASTM C109/C109M-18 by conducting regular testing on their products.

  • A construction company used high-strength cement (meeting EN 196-1:2016 requirements) for a bridge project, ensuring structural integrity.

    • Why This Specific Test is Needed and Required

    The ISO 679 Methods of Testing Cement - Determination of Strength test is essential for various industries that rely on cement products. Some reasons why this specific test is needed include:

  • Ensuring product safety and quality

  • Meeting regulatory requirements

  • Enhancing customer confidence and trust

  • Facilitating international trade and market access

    • Business and Technical Reasons for Conducting the Test

    Businesses and technical professionals conduct this test to ensure that cement products meet specific strength requirements, which is critical for various applications.

  • Construction: Building codes and regulations require cement to meet specific strength requirements

  • Infrastructure development: High-strength cements are often used in bridge construction, requiring strict testing standards

  • Concrete production: Manufacturers must ensure that their products meet the required specifications for compressive strength

    • Consequences of Not Performing This Test

    Not performing this test can have severe consequences, including:

  • Product failure and structural damage

  • Regulatory non-compliance and fines

  • Loss of customer trust and confidence

  • Negative impact on business reputation and revenue

    • Standard Compliance Requirements for Different Industries

    Standard compliance is a critical aspect of ensuring product safety, quality, and reliability. Some industries that require standard compliance include:

  • Construction: Building codes and regulations require cement to meet specific strength requirements

  • Infrastructure development: High-strength cements are often used in bridge construction, requiring strict testing standards

  • Concrete production: Manufacturers must ensure that their products meet the required specifications for compressive strength

    • Industry-Specific Examples and Case Studies

    Some industry-specific examples and case studies include:

  • A concrete manufacturer ensured compliance with ASTM C109/C109M-18 by conducting regular testing on their products.

  • A construction company used high-strength cement (meeting EN 196-1:2016 requirements) for a bridge project, ensuring structural integrity.

    • Standard Evolution and Update

    Standards evolve over time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, and industry needs.

  • ISO 679:2019 is an update of the previous standard (ISO 679:2000), incorporating new testing methods and equipment

  • Standards development involves a collaborative effort among experts from various industries and organizations

    • Specific Standard Numbers and Scope

    The following are some specific standard numbers and their scope:

  • ISO 679:2019 - Methods of testing cements - Determination of strength (includes compressive strength testing)

  • EN 196-1:2016 - Methods of testing cement - Part 1: Determination of strength (includes setting time, soundness, and water demand tests)

    • Standard Compliance Requirements for Different Industries

    Standard compliance is a critical aspect of ensuring product safety, quality, and reliability. Some industries that require standard compliance include:

  • Construction: Building codes and regulations require cement to meet specific strength requirements

  • Infrastructure development: High-strength cements are often used in bridge construction, requiring strict testing standards

  • Concrete production: Manufacturers must ensure that their products meet the required specifications for compressive strength

    • Industry-Specific Examples and Case Studies

    Some industry-specific examples and case studies include:

  • A concrete manufacturer ensured compliance with ASTM C109/C109M-18 by conducting regular testing on their products.

  • A construction company used high-strength cement (meeting EN 196-1:2016 requirements) for a bridge project, ensuring structural integrity.

    • Laboratory Testing Service Provided by Eurolab

    At Eurolab, we offer a comprehensive range of laboratory testing services for cement and concrete products. Our experienced team uses state-of-the-art equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

  • Compressive strength testing (ISO 679:2019)

  • Setting time, soundness, and water demand tests (EN 196-1:2016)

  • Regular testing and certification services for various industries

    • We understand the importance of standard compliance and the need for accurate test results. Our laboratory testing services are designed to meet the specific requirements of various industries, ensuring that your products meet the required specifications.

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