LE CHATELIER MOLD

The Le Chatelier Mold is used to determine how much cement expands. The mold includes a lot
of a spring tensioned split cylinder with an internal diameter of 30 mm and a height of 30 mm, as well as
two indicator stems measuring 165 mm from the cylinder’s center line and the O ring. Each test requires
two or three molds and also necessitates the use of a water bath.

However, the soundness of cement indicates its stability during the volume change that occurs
during the setting and hardening processes. Lime is a major component of cement, accounting for 60-70
percent of its weight. As a result, line deficient cement will set quickly while a higher lime cement will
render the cement unsound. Affecting the cement and quality. The apparatus required for the test are le
chatelier mold a small split cylinder made of metal with a thickness of 0.5 mm forms a 30 mm internal
diameter and 30 mm height. On either side of the split indicators with pointed ends of length 165 mm is
attached. The mold must be kept separated by not more than 0.5 mm.

GAUGING TROWEL

The gauging trowel is a flexible instrument for transferring plaster and putting plaster to a wall
or surface (the broad rounded end is good for taking plaster out of a bucket ). This trowel can be used to
mix or gauge small amounts of plaster.

For optimum strength, the blade, post, and tang are all forged from a single piece of high-grade
tool steel. A polished steel ferrule is attached to the wooden handle. These trowels were recently re-
engineered after extensive job-site research and impact studies to give the user with the best trowel
possible. The handle rise is adjusted to provide the proper “hang” and balance. To give it the correct
amount of flexibility, the blade is taper-ground and polished. The rounded shape of the blade’s heel
allows plaster to be carried further forward on the blade.

KELLEY BALL PENETRATION APPARATUS

The device is used to assess the workability of Portland cement and concrete. The Kelly ball tests
is thought to be easier and faster than the slump test. The slump is about equal to double the Kelly ball
reading. It is made up of a 15-kilogram cylinder with a ball-shaped bottom and handle. The handle is
guided by a strip frame, which also serves as a reference for measuring the depth of penetration. The
handle has a millimeter graduation. Penetration can be measured down to the 0.5 mm level.

The penetration of a half sphere into plastic concrete is used to examine the consistency of
concrete. A Kelly ball penetration of 1 “(2.5 cm) translate to around 2” (5 cm) of droop. The device
weighs 30 lbs. (14kg) cylinder with handle and frequently selected formed bottom. The handle of the
stirrup or frame guides serves as a point of reference for gauging the depth of penetration. For
measuring the depth of penetration, the stirrup handle is graduated in 0.25 “(6.4mm) increments on the
other side. Concrete can be tested as it is placed into forms prior to any manipulation or in a suitable
container.

FLAKINESS GAUGE

The Flakiness Gauge determines the particle shape of aggregates used in pavement base
courses, asphalt and concrete paving mixes, and other uses. It may also calculate aggregate and asphalt
material application rates for pavement seal coatings. Flaky particles are undesirable because they
enhance the risk of pavement failure under large loads. It’s made of thick stainless steel with laser-cut
holes and etched sized indications for each slot. The Thickness Gauge (Flakiness Index) meet the BS -812
compliant and has seven slots for rapid hand-trying of particles from each of the seven sieve fractions
ranging from 2.5 to 0.25in (63 to 6.3mm). The flakiness index is the mass of all flaky particles expressed
as a percentage of the total sample mass.

Use a flaky gauge through the specific sieves. Select the appropriate special sieve for the size
fraction being tested. Place the entire size-fraction in the sieve, and shake it until the majority of flaky
particles have passed through the slots. Hand-held gauges were used to keep track of the particles. To
determine the flakiness index of an aggregate sample, separate the flaky particles and express their
mass as a percentage of the mass of the sample under consideration. Materials that pass the 6.30 mm
test sieve or are kept on the 63.00 mm test sieve are exempt from the test.

SIEVES

A Sieve is a device that uses a screen such as woven, mesh, net or punctured sheet material to
separate desired materials from undesired material or to characterized the particle size distribution of a
sample. The term sift comes from the word sieve. It’s used to figure out how a granular substance with
macroscopic granular sizes distributes its particles. The sieve analysis technique uses several layers of
sieves with varying sieve opening sizes. The smallest sieve is at the bottom of the stack, with each
layered sieve stacked above it in increasing sieve size order. If a sprayed concrete samples is sifted
through the top sieve, the particles of the substance are segregated onto the layer that the particles
could not pass through. The filtering is made easier by a shaker in the instrument’s base.

When examining materials, a sieve examination is significant since the particle size distribution
can affect a wide range of qualities, including concrete strength, mixture solubility, surface area
attributes, and even flavor. Traditional sieve analysis is a typical approach for a range of manufacturing
methods and quality control of powders and granules in a number of industries, including food and
pharmaceutics. When choosing media for abrasive blast cleaning, sieving is occasionally used. Easy
handling, cheap investment cost, accurate results in a reasonable amount of time, and the ability to
separate particle size fractions are some of the advantages of sieve analysis.

MOISTURE METER

Moisture meters also known as moisture detectors are used to determine how much water is
present in a sample of material. This measurement helps the user to see if the moisture levels are
correct or if they need to be adjusted. Property inspectors may be particularly interested in determining
moisture levels due to the danger of damp-related damage. Furniture makers that want to ensure the
highest possible quality may find another use for the material. Digital screens are common on moisture
meters, allowing for rapid readings. The data could reveal whether there is a difference in moisture
levels compared to a set limit.

Moisture meters can be used to determine the moisture content of a variety of materials,
including wood, concrete, drywall, and paper. It is critical to take meter readings because excessive
moisture might cause material damage. Professionals dealing with property care, wood fuel, and stove
installation, to mention a few popular uses, need moisture meters. However, using moisture meters is
essential to detect moisture or water damage as soon as possible. Meters aid in the avoidance of mold
growth and structural damage, both of which are costly to fix and potentially dangerous to one’s health
and safety.

BEAKER

A beaker is a cylindrical container with a flat bottom in most cases. As illustrated in the image,
most include a small spout (or “beak”) to ease pouring. Beakers come in a variety of sizes, ranging from
one milliliter to many liters. A beaker differs from a flask in that it has straight sides rather than slanted
sides. A slightly conical-sided beaker known as a Philips beaker is an exception to this rule. In ordinary
drinkware, the beaker shape is comparable.

It used in the laboratory for a variety of tasks, including removing surplus fluids, holding waste
fluids before disposal, performing simple reactions, and preparing diverse solutions. Although a beaker’s
primary function is to hold and measure liquids, the glassware can be found in a variety of shapes and
sizes. A beaker is typically cylindrical in shape with a flat bottom. To aid in the pouring of liquids, certain
beakers contain a little beak or spout. Beakers can be made of a variety of metals and polymers, the
majority of them are made of tempered glass. The glass is made up of silica and boron trioxide, and it
has a good resistance to heat shock and chemical penetration.

BULK DENSITY OF CEMENT SET

The element in determining (bulk density) of powders and non-cohesive materials is measured
using the Bulk Density of Cement Apparatus. It includes a Sieve funnel with Tripod, a 1 liter capacity Unit
Weight Measure, a Medium Rigid Spatula, a 40 cm Straight Edge, and a medium Round Aluminum
Scoop. Bulk Density of concrete is the mass of freshly mixed concrete required to fill a unit volume
container. Concrete’s bulk density shows the material’s ability to sustain structures, convey water and
solutes, and last for a long time. This approach can be used to calculate the concrete yield per cubic
meter.

The invention relates to a method for testing bulk density and porosity of cement paste and a
device thereof. The method comprises the following steps of : putting a cement sample into a measuring
cylinder, detecting the volume of the cement sample under a vacuum state, adding water drop by drop
into the measuring cylinder, measuring the volume of the cement paste and the bulk volume of the
cement paste and water after the liquid level is stable, and calculating bulk density and porosity of the
cement paste according to the weight of the measuring cylinder, the weight of the measuring cylinder
containing the cement sample, the total weight of the measuring cylinder containing both cement and
the water, the volume of the cement paste and water. The device comprises a vacuum device, the
measuring cylinder and a medical infusion tube.