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Standard Test Method for Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravity and Density of Asphalt Mixtures: D2726 / D2726M - 21: Standard Test Method for Bulk Specific Gravity and Density of Non-Absorptive Compacted Asphalt Mixtures: D2950 / D2950M - 14: Standard Test Method for Density of Bituminous Concrete in Place by Nuclear Methods: D3203 / D3203M - 17

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ASTM and AASHTO Standards - APNGA

ASTM members have come to a consensus regarding the best methods for using portable nuclear gauges for measuring moisture and density on soils and/or asphalt. Every gauge user should be in possession of, and utilize, these methods.

DENSITY MEASUREMENT VERIFICATION FOR HOT MIXED …

mix asphalt concrete (HMAC) pavements to ensure the likelihood that the pavement will not experience distresses that reduce the expected service life of the pavement. Currently, the ODOT Standard Specifications call for density measurements for both quality control and quality assurance testing to be made using nuclear density gauges that are

MATERIALS PROCEDURE COMPACTION TESTING OF HOT …

11.9 If the relative density of the test section is above 96 % the Division will make a visual evaluation of the mat and the mixture to look for any appearance of excessive asphalt or an extremely fine mix which may result in over compaction. A review of any density test results obtained from the existing pavement will be made to determine if ...

ASTM D6937 - 16 Standard Test Method for Determining ...

D6937-16 Standard Test Method for Determining Density of Emulsified Asphalt density~ laboratory test~ highway construction~ Products and Services / Standards & Publications / Standards Products If you are an ASTM Compass Subscriber and this document is part of your subscription, you can access it for free at ASTM Compass

Marshall Test Method: Everything You Need to Know - Gilson Co.

As noted above, specific gravity and density values are determined using the ASTM D2041/AASHTO T 209 theoretical method (Rice test) for the loose asphalt material and ASTM D2726/AASHTO T 166 to determine the bulk specific gravity of compacted specimens. There is also a need to describe various types of air void contents.

Fill/Backfill Compaction Requirements for Sub Base, Base ...

Acceptance testing of in-place density and moisture content (field density testing) on compacted fill will be performed at the following rates: 1. Under all foundations – one test every 1000 ft² (90 m²) of each lift. 2. Under area paving – one test every 2000 ft² (180 m²) of each lift. 3.

Specific Gravity of Asphalt Test: What Equipment Do I Need ...

For more specific details on testing for theoretical maximum or asphalt specific gravity and density, refer directly to the ASTM D2041 or AASHTO T 209 test standards. You can also learn more about the SGA-5R Rice Shaker for Specific Gravity & Asphalt Rice Test by viewing our video below.

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Summary Listing of Tests AC 150/5370-10E

density) ASTM D 2922, ASTM D 3017, ASTM D 1556, ASTM D 2167 ASTM D 698 If a nuclear gauge is ... Asphalt concrete (10% max) Contractor 219-2.1 Aggregate Base material course ... tests shall be made ASTM D 698 ASTM D 2922 ASTM D 3017 QA 219-4.10 Base Course Grade Tolerance . …

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ASTM D 1556 In-Place Field Density Test (Sand Cone Method) Concrete Testing & Inspections. ACI/NETTCP Concrete Inspectors ASTM C 138 Concrete Unit Weight and Yield Checks ASTM C 143 Slump Test ... Asphalt/Paving Inspections. ASTM D 2950 In Place Density (Nuclear Density Gauge)

ASTM D2726 / D2726M - 21 Standard Test Method for Bulk ...

ASTM Standards. D979/D979M Practice for Sampling Bituminous Paving Mixtures. D1188 Test Method for Bulk Specific Gravity and Density of Compacted Bituminous Mixtures Using Coated Samples. D3203/D3203M Test Method for Percent Air Voids in Compacted Asphalt Mixtures

Manual of Test Procedures for Materials

Per Departmental Policy MAT-13, it is the policy of the Department of Transportation to publish and maintain a manual that provides test procedures for quality control, quality assurance, and acceptance testing of aggregates, hot mix asphalt, Portland cement concrete, and

ASTM D6752 / D6752M - 18 Standard Test Method for Bulk ...

D2726/D2726M Test Method for Bulk Specific Gravity and Density of Non-Absorptive Compacted Asphalt Mixtures. D3203/D3203M Test Method for Percent Air Voids in Compacted Asphalt Mixtures. D3666 Specification for Minimum Requirements for Agencies Testing and Inspecting Road and Paving Materials. D4753 Guide for Evaluating, Selecting, and ...

Standard Test Method for Marshall Stability and Flow of ...

D2726 Test Method for Bulk Specific Gravity and Density ... quality control testing. The asphalt mixture is not permitted to cool substantially and it may be necessary to place the mixture ... 1 This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D04 on Road

Standard Test ASPHALT MIXES Procedures Manual Subject ...

Density testing will be performed on the first core taken. Asphalt content and aggregate gradation testing will be performed on a single sample prepared by combining asphalt concrete from the three cores obtained. If the acceptance test results are appealed, the asphalt content and aggregate

Marshall Testing for Asphalt

Specific gravity and density are determined using ASTM D2041 (Rice Test) for loose material and ASTM D2726 for compacted specimen. Air void content on the other hand is tested using ASTM D3203. Once finished, the Marshall test produces an asphalt mix specific for its intended use.

Asphalt Testing Equipment - Gilson Co.

Gilson's asphalt testing equipment meets ASTM and AASHTO test standards for Marshall and Superpave mix design, binder, and pavement quality. Asphaltic concrete, or just asphalt, is the most widely used construction material for paving roadways. Demands on roadways from increased traffic volumes and axle loads are high and steadily increasing.

PGATECH Group | Construction Materials Testing

It is the first soils and construction materials testing laboratory in the Philippines to be accredited under the ISO/IEC 17025, which assures. PGAI's clients that its procedures and quality systems in the testing of construction materials are in conformity with international standards. Its roster of well-trained engineers and skilled ...

Asphalt Density Measurement System | Materials Testing

The weight in air and the submerged weight can be used to calculate the maximum specific density of the asphalt mixture. Apparent Specific Density, Absorption and Bulk Specific Density of Aggregates. AggPlus™ Specification ASTM D7370M. Oven dry aggregates are used in this test to determine the specific density and absorption of fine or coarse ...

Procedures for Sampling Asphalt Mixtures/Density Cores …

These procedures are used for sampling asphalt mixtures from the roadway prior to compaction, taking cores from the roadway to determine density, and to determine the locations for securing core samples for testing. The mixtures and core samples obtained from this procedure will be

METHOD OF TEST FOR DETERM INING THEORETICAL …

California Test 207 – Specific Gravity and Absorption of Fine Aggregate . California Test 304 – Preparation of Hot Mix Asphalt for Test Specimens. AASHTO T 209 – Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravit y and Density of Hot-Mix Asphalt Paving Mixtures. ASTM E 1 – Standard Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers. C. APPARATUS 1.

Standard Test Method for Density of Semi-Solid Bituminous ...

C = mass of pycnometer partially filled with asphalt, and D = mass of pycnometer plus asphalt plus water. 12.2 Calculate density to the nearest 0.001 as follows: Density 5 specific gravity3 WT (2) where: WT = density of water at the test temperature (Note 6). NOTE 6—Density of water from CRC Handbook of Chemistry Physics:

CHAPTER 8 DENSITY TESTING WITH THE THIN LIFT …

roller passes on the Asphalt Nuclear Density Thin-Lift Roller Pattern Graph, TL-57. (See pages 9-6 and 9-7 for TL forms) • Continue this procedure - rolling and testing of the section until the roller pattern reaches its maximum density. To achieve maximum density, the mat shall be rolled until the average density decreases.

Bulk Specific Gravity and Density of Non-Absorptive ...

Bulk Specific Gravity and Density of Non-Absorptive Compacted Asphalt Mixtures ASTM D2726/D2726M – 19 Page 1 of 4 5. Significance and Use 5.1 The results obtained from this test method can be used to determine the unit weight of compacted dense asphalt mixtures and in conjunction with Test Method D3203/D3203M, to obtain percent air voids.

Columbia West Engineering - Materials Testing

Columbia West provides compaction testing of soil, aggregate, and asphalt using nuclear moisture-density gauges in accordance with ASTM D2922, D3017, and D2950. Columbia West maintains a Radioactive Materials License in accordance with the U.S. Nuclear Energy and Radiation Control Act and is a licensed provider of nuclear gauge field compaction ...

Field Density Test (FDT) 7 Methods and their Comparison ...

FDT is an acronym for Field Density Test. FDT is a in-situ density test of soil that is used in various types of construction works like highways, DAM construction, Embankment filling, and backfilling in order to access the quality of density achieved at site. FDT like many other tests on soil in civil engineering is a quality control tests.

Astm (Asphalt) - SlideShare

Astm (Asphalt) 1. ASTM D6704 - 08 Standard Test Method for Determining the Workability of Asphalt Cold Mix Patching Material 2. Cold Mix Asphalt It is a type of asphalt that is commonly used on rural or low traffic roads. It is commonly …

ASTM D2950 / D2950M - 14 Standard Test Method for Density ...

D1559 Test Method for Resistance to Plastic Flow of Bituminous Mixtures Using Marshall Apparatus. D2041 Test Method for Theoretical Maximum Specific Gravity and Density of Asphalt Mixtures. D2726 Test Method for Bulk Specific Gravity and Density of Non-Absorptive Compacted Asphalt Mixtures. D3665 Practice for Random Sampling of Construction ...