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10/09/2019

Reflectors for MIT SCAN-T2 & SCAN-T3 Pavement Thickness Measurements

MIT-SCAN-T2/SCAN-T3 Reflectors are used for pavement thickness measurements. Reflector discs come in 3 sizes and 2 different materials. Each device is calibrated to the specific size, thickness and metallurgy of the reflectors.
Materials are:

Aluminum- For Asphalt
7cm – minimum structural depth required is 15mm. Maximum measuring depth is 120mm.
12cm – minimum structural depth required is 40mm. Maximum measuring depth is 180mm.
30cm – minimum structural depth required is 120mm. Maximum measuring depth is 350mm.
Galvanized Steel- For Concrete
12cm – minimum structural depth required is 40mm. Maximum measuring depth is 180mm.
30cm – minimum structural depth required is 120mm. Maximum measuring depth is 350mm.
Proper Size depends on the thickness of the pavement your trying to measure.

Asphalt Pavement Applications:

The largest disc is used for measuring the thickness of the base coarse.
The mid size measures the intermediate coarse.
The smallest size measures the wear or surface coarse. Including typical Mill & Overlay thicknesses.

Concrete Pavement Applications:

The largest disc is used for new concrete pavement typically 12 to 13 inches in thickness
The 12cm diameter disc is used for overlay projects typically 5 to 7 inches thick.
A 14″ X 14″ reflector is available for Airport Runway or Taxiway thickness measurements up to 20 inches in depth.

Installation Notes:

Prior to paving, place the reflector on the existing layer.
Galvanized Steel reflectors include a center hole punched in them for a nail to hold it flat and in place while the paver progresses over it.
Place the aluminum pavers in the tack or seal coats in front of the paver.
In addition, be sure to place reflectors away from other metal objects such as tie bars and dowel bars. Both the SCAN-T2 or SCAN-T3 requires plain concrete or asphalt in front and behind the reflector during the measurement.

10/09/2019

The Magnetic Ruler is a battery-operated (6 ea. AAA), data-collection device for the K-100 Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) Kits allowing a single operator to complete tests.

10/09/2019

CONCRETE – CAPILLARY PRESSURE MONITORING.
KSE Testing Equipment (KSE) is excited to offer the first technology that directly measures capillary pressures in fresh concrete called the Capillary Pressure Sensor System (CPSS).

10/09/2019

The K-100A measures the shear strength of soil with a CBR between 0.5-100.

Affordably priced, this kit is for local engineers and geotech firms. With it the user can produce CBR value profiles in the field.
Kit Features:

The kit has a 30″ drive rod (actual pe*******on depth 28 1/4″) which is the most popular length used by State DOT organizations. Also included are 25 disposable cones with a cone adapter for fast and easy extraction of the instrument from hard soil. The disposable cones minimize risk of bending the drive rod during extraction. The stainless steel dual mass hammer and crush proof Pelican carrying case with transport wheels are included. A vertical scale with both SI and English units is provided for quick & accurate collection of the pe*******on depths. It also includes upper & lower attachments that holds the vertical scale next to the drive rod for easy reading. Additional disposable cones, cone adapters, and hardened points are available.

To summarize, it is lowest priced K100 dual mass DCP kit on the market today.

https://www.kesslerdcp.com/shop/soils-aggregate-bases/dcp-kit-comparison-for-roads-airfields/k-100a/

08/13/2019

Magnetic Ruler Data Collection Device for the K100 Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) Kits -

MR-100 Magnetic Ruler for K100 Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) Kits The Magnetic Ruler is a battery-operated (6 - AAA Batteries), data-collection device for the K-100 Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) Kits allowing a single operator to complete tests. The Magnetic Ruler collects the drop weight blows....

08/13/2019

New Technology to avoid Concrete Shrinkage Cracks

KSE Testing Equipment (KSE) is excited to offer the first technology that directly measures capillary pressures in fresh concrete called the Capillary Pressure Sensor System (CPSS). By measuring the capillary pressure during the initial set period after finishing, shrinkage cracks can be avoided by adding moisture to the concrete surface when the alarm is triggered by threshold pressure limit. KSE is the exclusive seller of this system in North America. The complete system includes 4 pressure sensors, Wi-Fi base station, tablet for collecting data and software. On-site support is available. Please click on the ‘Tech Paper’ link at the top of this page to access our technical & research papers related to the CPSS and the technology behind it.

New Technology to avoid Concrete Shrinkage Cracks KSE Testing Equipment (KSE) is excited to offer the first technology that directly measures capillary pressures in fresh concrete called the Capillary Pressure Sensor System (CPSS). By measuring the capillary pressure during the initial set period af...

08/13/2019

MIT-SCAN-T2/SCAN-T3 Reflectors are used for pavement thickness measurements. Reflector discs come in 3 sizes and 2 different materials. Each device is calibrated to the specific size, thickness and metallurgy of the reflectors. Learn about REFLECTORS FOR MIT SCAN T2 & T3 Pavement -

Reflectors for MIT SCAN-T2 & SCAN-T3 Pavement Thickness Measurements MIT-SCAN-T2/SCAN-T3 Reflectors are used for pavement thickness measurements. Reflector discs come in 3 sizes and 2 different materials. Each device is calibrated to the specific size, thickness and metallurgy of the reflectors. Mat...

08/13/2019

Zorn Instruments
KSE is the exclusive North American Distributor for Zorn Products. Learn about benefits of Zorn Products at https://www.kesslerdcp.com/shop/soils-aggregate-bases/lwds-for-soil/zorn-laboratory-light-weight-deflectometer-lwd/