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
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Handheld XRF Analysis for Identification of Stains, Lead Paint, Zinc Primer, Galvanizing, and Aluminum Substrate
Handheld XRF (x-ray fluorescence) is a powerful, non-destructive technique that can identify and quantify multiple elements simultaneously. The instrument has a wide range of applications including metal identification, determination of the presence of lead, soil analysis, coating analysis, and stain analysis. XRF works by emitting an x-ray beam capable of displacing electrons in the inner … Continue reading Handheld XRF Analysis for Identification of Stains, Lead Paint, Zinc Primer, Galvanizing, and Aluminum Substrate
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