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Step-by-Step Guide: Testing Chloride in Concrete with Silver Nitrate Titration

by Materialsanalyticalgroup, posted in Uncategorized

Posted by Matthew Anderson on March 26, 2025 Chloride in concrete can be a silent killer for steel reinforcement—triggering corrosion that cuts a structure’s life short. If you’re a contractor pouring slabs, a manufacturer supplying precast, or an engineer signing off on specs, knowing how to test for chloride is a game-changer. The good news? … Continue reading Step-by-Step Guide: Testing Chloride in Concrete with Silver Nitrate Titration

Basic Coating Failure Analysis

by Materialsanalyticalgroup, posted in Coatings, Uncategorized

Coatings are used on buildings and structures to protect the components of each from weather, and any conditions the components will be exposed to. A properly applied coating can last for years, but a coating that has improperly applied can fail quickly. Most coating failures are caused by insufficient surface preparation, which lead to a … Continue reading Basic Coating Failure Analysis

Why Does Sulfate in Concrete Matter?

by Materialsanalyticalgroup, posted in Building Materials, Concrete, Corrosion, Expansion, Forensic Chemistry, sulfate, Uncategorized

Sulfate in concrete has connotations of being negative and causing durability issues. Issues with sulfate in concrete do emerge when there is too much sulfate present, but it is actually a necessary component in a concrete mixture. As part of a concrete mixture, sulfate reacts with calcium aluminate in the cement, to help control the … Continue reading Why Does Sulfate in Concrete Matter?