The Universal Penetrometer tests a wide variety of materials by penetration of weighted needles or cones. Main applications are for bituminous materials, but waxes, greases, foods, and pharmaceuticals are among other products tested. Penetration is read from a 5in (127mm) diameter indicator dial of 400 divisions, each representing 0.1mm of penetration. Gilson offers heavy-duty units for manual and automatic use and a lighter, portable model for field work or users with a limited work load or budget. All meet ASTM and AASHTO standards when fitted with proper needle or cone.

Test Method Kinematic viscosity is of primary importance in the design and selection of a wide range of petroleum products. Calibrated capillary viscometers are used to measure flow under gravity or vacuum at precisely controlled temperatures.

Standard Features: Advanced centrifugal technology for superior performances 100% oil-free air (ISO 8573-1 Class 0 as certified by TUV) Quiet running in all conditions State of the art control systemm Constant pressure control for: Stable system pressure, High efficiency at part load, Smooth operation High reliability and long lifetime Well-proven robust construction Low operating and installation costs Low maintenance requirements Built to strict quality standards

Precise and accurate Quick, non-destructive measurements Durable and lightweight Ideal for field use Stores 8000+ data points Download data and recharge via USB on your laptop in the car or the field

SOUNDNESS (EXPANSION) OF PORTLAND CEMENT It consists of a high pressure boiler made from special alloy steel, inside dia. mm. 154x430 high, receiving a holding rack for 10 cement specimens. The heating system is achieved by electric resistances. The separate control panel encloses a “digital thermometer” to visualize the boiler temperature, pressure gauge scale 0 - 600 psi with built in pressure regulator and power switches. Supplied complete with rack for holding the specimens and safety valve with ISPEL calibration certificate.

Used to determine the fineness of Portland cement in terms of the specific surface expressed as total surface area in square centimeters per gram of cement. The apparatus is supplied with glass U-tube manometer with valve, steel stand, test cell with disk and plunger all in stainless steel, rubber aspirator bulb, 1000 filter paper disks, manometric liquid, vaseline grease for better coupling tube/cell, funnel, brush.

The Marshall System is widely used for design and control of asphalt paving mixtures. The resistance to plastic flow of compacted Marshall specimens is measured in terms of maximum load before failure. Normally, 4in (102mm) diameter specimens are suitable for mixes containing aggregates up to 1in (25.4mm), and 6in (152mm) diameter specimens are preferred for maximum aggregate sizes up to 1-1/2in (38.1mm). All automatic models operate on 115V/60Hz power supplies. Add “F” suffix to specify models for 230V/50Hz operation. Manual Marshall Compactor, allows manual compaction of a single 4in Marshall asphalt specimen in a stationary mold. Included is an oak pedestal, hammer support and guide rod, 10lb (4.5kg), 3-7/8in (98mm) diameter flat-face hammer, a MSA-100 4in mold, base and collar assembly, and a mold holder.

Flow tables are used for determining consistency (flow) and for preparing mortars of standard consistency for testing. Flow is determined as percent increase in diameter of a conically-molded mortar. The sample is subjected to a required number of cam-actuated 1/2in (12.4mm) table drops at a fixed 100rpm rate.

The unit provides asphalt content of bituminous paving mixtures accurate to 0.11%, with a fast, accurate, environmentally friendly, and cost effective method of determining asphalt content. Ignition method reduces testing time when compared to solvent extraction. A 1200-1800 gram sample of asphalt can be tested in 30-45 minutes using this Content Furnace. Unit can accommodate samples up to 5000 grams.

LENGTH COMPARATOR with Analogic Dial Indicator, 5 mm travel by 0,001 mm divisions. LENGTH COMPARATOR with Digital Gauge 12 mm travel by 0,001 mm divisions, complete with battery and RS232 connection to PC.

Standard and Modified Vicat Apparatus determine consistency, time of set, and false set of hydraulic cement paste, mortar, grout, and similar products. All Vicat units come with frame, graduated scale, and indicator. Plunger, needles, and molds are included to meet needs of each Vicat model as noted in the listings.

Ruggedly constructed with frame to encompass the strain and loads, easy to use, it is designed to operate with the minimum of maintenance. Platen rate is 50.8 mm/minute also maintained under load thanks to an overpowered electric motor. The applied load is measured by a precision proving ring 30 kN capacity incorporating a stem brake holding the maximum reading and it is supplied with relevant calibration certificate. The machine includes an electric device for automatic stop when reaching the max capacity load of the proving ring, so as to prevent any overload damage, limit switches stopping the platen at max. and min. excursions. The unit is supplied complete with load ring 30 kN capacity, stability mould flow meter with dial gauge.