AASHTO M201
Full Name
AASHTO M201 – Standard Specification for Mixing Rooms, Moist Cabinets, Moist Rooms, and Water Storage Tanks Used in the Testing of Hydraulic Cements and Concretes
Scope
AASHTO M201 is a standard specification that outlines the requirements for the design, construction, and maintenance of the controlled environments used in the testing of hydraulic cements and concretes. These environments include mixing rooms, moist cabinets, moist rooms, and water storage tanks. The purpose of this standard is to ensure the consistency and reliability of test results by controlling the environmental factors that can influence the properties of hydraulic cements and concretes during testing.
Key aspects of AASHTO M201:
- Mixing rooms: this section details the requirements for mixing rooms where paste and mortar specimens are prepared. It covers aspects such as temperature, relative humidity, ventilation, lighting, and cleanliness.
- Moist cabinets and moist rooms: this section specifies the requirements for moist cabinets and moist rooms, which are used for the storage and curing of paste, mortar, and concrete test specimens. It addresses factors such as temperature, relative humidity, air circulation, and water quality.
- Water storage tanks: this section outlines the requirements for water storage tanks used for storing water for testing purposes. It covers aspects such as tank materials, temperature control, and cleanliness.
Significance of AASHTO M201:
- Standardization: AASHTO M201 provides a standardized set of requirements for the controlled environments used in cement and concrete testing, ensuring consistency and comparability of test results across different laboratories and projects.
- Quality control: by adhering to AASHTO M201, testing laboratories can maintain strict control over environmental factors that can affect test results, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of their testing procedures.
- Research and development: the standard provides a framework for creating controlled environments that are essential for research and development activities related to hydraulic cements and concretes.
AASHTO M201 Accredited Laboratory
Applied Testing & Geosciences, LLC is accredited for performing tests using the AASHTO M201 standard.
Our laboratory adheres to AASHTO M201 and other relevant standards to maintain the highest level of quality and accuracy in our testing procedures. Our facilities are equipped with advanced environmental control systems to ensure optimal conditions for the testing of hydraulic cements and concretes.
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Keywords
mixing room; moist cabinet; moist room; water storage tank; temperature; relative humidity; ventilation; lighting; hydraulic cement; concrete; testing; specimen; curing