Civil Material Testing Lab at Edge2

At Edge2 Engineering Solutions, we provide accurate and reliable civil material testing to support quality construction, approvals, and on-site decision-making. Our tests help contractors, builders, consultants, and infrastructure teams ensure every material meets required standards before and during execution.

What you get with Edge2

• Tested results with proper documentation

• Fast turnaround and clear reporting

• Support for projects: residential, commercial, industrial, and government works

• Guidance on compliance and quality control

Aggregates Testing

Fine Aggregates (Sand)

We test fine aggregates to confirm grading, cleanliness, density, and water absorption for concrete and mortar performance.

Tests include:

1. Sieve Analysis

2. Specific Gravity

3. Water Absorption

4. Bulk Density

5. Bulking

6. Materials Finer than 75 Microns

Coarse Aggregates (Jelly/Stone)

We evaluate strength, shape, durability, and performance of coarse aggregates used in concrete and roadworks.

Tests include:

1. Sieve Analysis

2. Specific Gravity

3. Bulk Density

4. Flakiness Index & Elongation Index

5. Water Absorption

6. Aggregate Impact Value

7. Aggregate Crushing Value

8. Determination of 10% Fineness Value

Bricks Testing

Brick testing ensures proper strength and absorption levels for safe and durable masonry.

Tests include:

1. Compressive Strength

2. Water Absorption

3. Efflorescence

4. Dimensions

Concrete Cubes Testing

Concrete cube testing is essential for verifying concrete grade achievement and strength compliance.

Tests include:

1. Compressive Strength

Blocks Testing (Solid / Hollow)

We test concrete blocks for structural suitability, water absorption, and density as per standards.

Tests include:

1. Water Absorption

2. Compressive Strength

3. Block Density

Mosaic Tiles Testing

To ensure tiles withstand usage and maintain finish, we test for strength, absorption, and wear.

Tests include:

1. Water Absorption

2. Wet Transverse Strength

3. Resistance to Wear (Abrasion)

Paver Block Testing

Paver block testing ensures proper strength and absorption for roads, walkways, and industrial flooring.

Tests include:

1. Compressive Strength

2. Water Absorption

Bitumen Testing

Bitumen testing ensures binder quality and performance for road construction and asphalt works.

Tests include:

1. Penetration

2. Specific Gravity

3. Ductility

4. Softening Point

5. Flash and Fire Point

6. Viscosity

7. Marshall Stability

8. Stripping Value of Aggregate

Cement Testing

We test cement to verify fineness, setting time, soundness, and strength development for 3, 7, and 28 days.

Tests include:

1. 10% Fineness Sample by Dry Sieving Method

2. Standard Consistency

3. Initial & Final Setting Time

4. Soundness by Lechatelier’s Method

5. Compressive Strength for 3, 7 & 28 Days

6. Specific Gravity

7. Fineness by Air Permeability Method

Concrete Mix Design

We provide mix design services for achieving target strength and durability while optimizing cement content and workability.

Service includes:

• Casting trial mixes

• Arriving at correct mix proportion

• Mix design recommendation and reporting

Reinforcing Steel Testing (TMT)

TMT testing checks strength, ductility, and compliance for safe RCC structures.

Tests include:

1. Weight per Meter

2. Tensile Strength

3. Yield Stress

4. Bend Test

5. Re-bend Test

6. Elongation

Ceramic / Glazed Tiles Testing

Tile testing verifies water absorption and strength to prevent cracks, surface defects, and long-term failures.

Tests include:

1. Water Absorption

2. Flexural Strength

3. Crazing Test

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

NDT helps assess concrete quality and reinforcement cover without damaging the structure—ideal for audits, retrofitting, and safety evaluation.

Tests include:

1. Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Test (UPV)

2. Rebound Hammer Test

3. Cover Meter Test

Water Testing

Water quality affects concrete strength, setting, and durability. We test water to confirm suitability.

Tests include:

1. Suitability for Concreting

2. Suitability for Potability

Soil Testing & Geotechnical Tests

Soil testing is critical for foundation safety, bearing capacity evaluation, and pavement design.

Tests include:

1. Sieve Analysis

2. Liquid & Plastic Limits

3. Standard / Modified Compaction

4. Soaked CBR

5. Specific Gravity

6. Field Density Test

7. Differential Free Swell

8. Hydrometer Analysis

9. Permeability

10. Direct Shear Test

11. Triaxial Shear Test

12. Consolidation Test

13. Relative Density

14. Moisture Content & Bulk Density

Need testing for your project?

Call us for sample collection, testing schedule, and reporting timelines.

✅ Quick turnaround

✅ Reliable reporting

✅ Project support