Name: Robin P. Roldan Course/ Yr.

& section – CE2 Student no: 20210132937

Date/Time/Room: Instructor: ENGR. ALGERICO. ODAL Score:
Instruction:
I. Copy, paste and label the parts of common Construction Testing Tools and Equipment being used
in the field (i.e. Universal Testing machine, Vicut test, Oven, etc.). Indicate also the function of each
part in a table. (50 points) (minimum of 10)
II. Copy and paste sample Testing reports being used in the field (i.e. geotechnical reports,
Compressive Testing Result, et.). Indicate also their uses and what information are being contained
in these forms/reports. (50 points). (Minimum of 5)

Tool/Equipment Parts Function

Universal Testing Machine (UTM) Load Frame, Load Cell, Grips, To test the tensile, compressive,
Control Panel and bending strength of
materials.

Vicat Test Apparatus Vicat Needle, Vicat Mould, To determine the consistency
Plunger, Base Plate, Dial Gauge and setting time of cement.

Oven Chamber, Heating Element, To dry and determine the

Thermostat, Control Panel moisture content of materials.
Concrete Compression Machine Load Frame, Hydraulic Pump, To determine the compressive
Pressure Gauge, Platens strength of concrete cylinders.

Sieve Shaker Sieves, Shaking Mechanism, To separate and classify

Timer, Control Panel aggregates according to size.

Concrete Slump Cone Cone, Base Plate, Tamping Rod, To measure the consistency of
Rule freshly mixed concrete.
Rebound Hammer Impact Body, Spring, Hammer To assess the compressive
Mechanism, Scale strength of concrete by
rebound value.

Moisture Meter Probe, Display Unit, Battery To measure the moisture

content of materials like wood
or concrete.

Thermometer Sensor, Display Unit, Battery To measure the temperature of

materials or environments.

Measuring Tape Tape, Case, Locking Mechanism To measure dimensions of

materials or structures.
Spirit Level Vial, Glass Tube, Bubble, Frame To check the horizontal or
vertical alignment of structures.

Liquid Limit Device Grooving Tool, Counter, Base, To determine the liquid limit of
Casagrande Cup soils.

Triple Beam Balance Pan, Beams, Riders, Pointer, To measure the mass of
Base materials with high precision.

Analytical Balance Pan, Weighing Chamber, To measure the mass of

Balance Beam, Calibration materials with very high
Weights precision.
Sample Container Container, Lid To hold and store samples for
testing.

Sand Cone Density Apparatus Sand Cone, Density Base, To determine the in-place
Funnel, Graduated Cylinder density of soils.

Cement Consistency Test Apparatus Vicat Needle, Vicat Mould, To determine the consistency
Plunger, Base Plate, Dial Gauge and setting time of cement.

Aggregate Impact Value testing Impact Machine, Cylindrical To determine the impact value
Apparatus Measure, Tamping Rod, Balance of aggregates.
Marshall Stability Test Machine Load Frame, Compaction Mold, The automatic Marshall stability
Base Plate, Breaking Head test machine is used to
determine the maximum load
and flow values of bituminous
mixtures.

Core Drilling Machine Drill Bit, Core Barrel, Motor, The core drilling machine is
Base used to precisely and smoothly
cut through concrete and
efficiently remove cylindrical
core from it.

Cube Mold Mold, Base Plate, Lifting The cube mold is used to
Handles prepare 2 in (5.1cm) cube
specimens of high strength
materials for compression
 testing, such as lime, Portland
cement, mortars, capping
compound and gypsum.

Specific Gravity Flask Flask, Stopper, Thermometer, The Le Chatelier specific gravity
Water flask is used for determining
density of powdered materials
such as limes, slag and
hydraulic cement.

Flexure Testing Machine Loading Frame, Support Rollers, The flexure testing machine is
Load Indicator, Flexure Fixture used for flexural test on
standard concrete beams,
concrete or natural stone kerbs,
concrete paving flags, and
natural stone slabs and tensile
splitting test of concrete paving
blocks.

Hand Auger Auger Bit, Handle, Extension The hand auger is used for soil
Rods investigations and explorations
and to obtain representative
disturbed soil samples at or
near shallow surface of ground
Sample testing reports commonly used in the field, along with their uses and the information contained
in them:

1. Geotechnical Testing Report:

o This geotechnical testing report presents the results of various tests conducted at the site. The tests
were performed to assess the engineering properties of the soil and provide recommendations for
foundation design and construction.
2. Compressive Testing Result Report:
o This compressive testing result report presents the results of compressive strength tests conducted on
concrete samples. The tests were performed to assess the quality of the concrete and ensure that it
meets the required strength specifications.
o

o Uses: Compressive testing result reports are used by engineers, contractors, and quality
control personnel to ensure that concrete used in construction meets the required strength
specifications.

o Information Contained: The report contains information about the testing methods, test
results, and any recommendations for improving the quality of the concrete.
3. Aggregate Crushing Value Test Report:
Uses: Determines the strength of aggregates used in construction.
Information Contained: Sample details, testing methods, test results, compliance with
standards.
4. Concrete Slump Test Report:
Uses: Measures the workability of fresh concrete.
Information Contained: Test date, mix details, slump measurement, compliance with
standards.
5. Sieve Analysis Report:
Uses: Determines the particle size distribution of aggregates.
Information Contained: Sample details, testing methods, sieve analysis results, compliance
with standards.
6. Moisture Content Test Report:
Uses: Determines the moisture content of soil or aggregates.
Information Contained: Sample details, testing methods, moisture content results,
compliance with standards.
7. Pile Load Test Report:
Uses: Determines the load-bearing capacity of piles used in foundations.
Information Contained: Test location, pile details, testing methods, test results,
recommendations.

These reports provide crucial information for engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure
the quality and safety of construction projects.