Overview
Schmidt hammer, rebound hammer or concrete hammer test is an easy way to measure concrete strength in real time.
Benefits
Applications of Schmidt Hammer
The main application of the Schmidt hammer is to measure the hardness of the concrete.
This can be done in large areas to verify the uniformity of the concrete, locate deteriorated concrete, or even monitor the concrete over time. Its simplicity and inexpensive procedure make it a popular first choice for concrete evaluation.
Although it is considered a simple NDT method, several parameters have to be taken into account when conducting the survey, such as smoothness of the surface, the age of the concrete, the used aggregates etc.
Xradar is often used to provide services such as concrete scanning, concrete corrosion mapping, structural investigations, pre-design scanning, and visual inspections (alongside other methods such as laser scanning).
This process allows companies to safely cut and core concrete. The method can accurately identify and map rebar, electrical conduits, water lines, and PT cables, which are crucial not to damage in order to maintain safe construction sites.
The Equipment
Xradar use only the most reliable testing equipment. The Original Schmidt Hammer is produced by Proceq, the pioneer in NDT instruments. The Original Schmidt Hammer has purely mechanical design making it durable and reliable for every project. Its typical measurement range is between 10 and 70MPa. The measurements are taken on site and converted to compressive strength. The results can either be provided on the same day, or they can be compiled into our typical Xradar survey reports for a more comprehensive evaluation analysis.
FAQS
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This very much depends on the specifics of the area needing scanning – the size, the depth, the access points, the contents of that slab, and your motivation for scanning in the first place. A scan could take anywhere between 30 minutes and a few hours, depending on the situation. Larger or multi-slab projects may take longer, but we’ll always estimate timelines before work begins.
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Yes – a huge advantage of GPR over X-ray. Our technicians are also trained and equipped for live construction environments, with in-depth knowledge of your projects. We coordinate with your safety officers and comply with all site-specific requirements.
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We provide both scanning and cutting/coring services. Our scanning always comes first to ensure safe drilling; then our coring/cutting teams (who are trained to read Xradar scans) execute using the scan data.
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A look at some of our recent projects – from small site scans to complex structural assessments. These projects show the variety of work we do, and how our accuracy keeps your project on track.
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- Pre-Design
- Pre-Design Scanning
- Pre-Pour Documentation
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