Aggregate Testing Services

Your construction materials demand precision testing to deliver optimal performance. Get a comprehensive analysis of aggregate properties that directly impact concrete and asphalt quality, backed by Elements' accredited laboratory testing that verifies compliance and supports confident decision-making for your projects.

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What are Aggregate Testing Services at Element?

Aggregate testing evaluates the fundamental properties of materials essential to construction, determining their influence on concrete and asphalt performance. At Element, we analyze physical, mechanical, and chemical properties to verify material quality and compliance with industry standards across all scales of construction and infrastructure projects.

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What Can Element Offer You For Aggregate Testing Services?

Materials we test

Our laboratories provide comprehensive analysis of construction aggregates used in concrete and asphalt applications. From single-batch sample testing to full-scale multi-million tonne quarry consignments in specialist export facilities, we deliver consistent quality assessment across your entire supply chain.

Our testing covers:

Fine and coarse aggregates
Natural and crushed stone
Sand and gravel
Lightweight aggregates
Recycled aggregates

Key tests offered

We deliver an extensive range of physical, mechanical, and chemical tests to thoroughly evaluate your aggregate materials, including:

Organic matter content
Chemical Testing
Chloride content
Sulfate content
Humus content
Fulvo acid
Loss on ignition
Potential alkali-silica reaction (ASR)
Lightweight organic contaminator
Fixed water content
Alkali-silica reaction

Strength Testing

A. (Los Angeles) abrasion
Aggregate impact value
Aggregate crushing value
Ten percent fines value
Point load
Uniaxial compressive strength
Durability Testing
Drying shrinkage
Micro-Deval abrasion
Magnesium soundness

Physical Properties

Moisture content
Abrasion value
Crushing value
Ten percent fines value
Bulk density
Particle density
Water absorption
Un-compacted void content

Shape & Size Testing

Grading
Fines content
Fines quality
Shell content
Angularity index
Particle shape index
Percentage of fractured particles
Particle size distribution
Flakiness index
Elongation index
Shape index
Crushed & broken surfaces
Flat and elongated particles (5:1 ratio)
Fines Quality & Impurity Testing (including) Material finer than 75μm/63μm
Lightweight particles
Clay lumps
Friable particles
Shell content
Sand equivalent
Methylene blue test

Specialist Testing

Alkali-silica reactivity (ASR) by accelerated mortar bar and concrete prism method
Abrasion resistance
Petrographic examination

Cutting-edge equipment we use

Our fully accredited laboratories feature specialized testing equipment for comprehensive aggregate analysis, as well as on-site testing capabilities to ensure real-time material assessment when required. We maintain facilities designed for high-volume testing, incorporating advanced measurement and analysis tools for physical, mechanical, and chemical property evaluation.

Which labs offer this service

Our team operates from Materials Testing Services hubs across the world, providing global access to our expert capabilities. Find your nearest lab on our Locations Page.

Specialized aggregate expertise

Our petrographic examination and accelerated mortar bar testing capabilities provide detailed insights into aggregate composition and long-term performance characteristics. We offer specialized testing for alkali-silica reactivity, durability assessment, and comprehensive material characterization to support optimal material selection and application.

Standards we test to and materials we test

These are our most prevalent requests. Don't see what you're looking for? Contact us!

British Standards (BS)
European Standards (EN)
American Standards (ASTM)

Your Challenges, Our Solutions

Inconsistent Material Confidence

Our comprehensive physical, mechanical, and chemical testing suite evaluates all critical aggregate properties, providing detailed insights that validate quality and support informed material selection decisions throughout your project lifecycle.

Delays in Project Testing

Our high-volume laboratories, equipped to handle urgent testing demands, deliver precise results efficiently, helping you maintain project momentum while meeting all quality requirements. We handle testing volumes from individual samples to million-tonne quarry consignments with consistent speed and accuracy.

Lack of Expert Guidance

With extensive experience in testing both individual samples and large-scale aggregates, our engineers offer tailored recommendations to ensure materials meet engineering and regulatory requirements. We translate complex test results into actionable insights that support your decision-making process.

Quality Control and Compliance Gaps

Our thorough analysis confirms your materials meet all project specifications and quality standards, from basic physical properties to complex chemical composition. We provide detailed documentation and expert interpretation of results to support your quality control requirements.

Why Choose Element

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Industry-leading aggregate expertise

Nearly 190 years of materials testing experience combined with comprehensive physical, mechanical, and chemical testing capabilities.

Advanced testing capabilities

State-of-the-art laboratories equipped for complete aggregate characterization, from standard tests to specialized analyses.

Proven quality assurance

Accredited testing across multiple international standards ensures reliable, consistent results for every project.

Comprehensive support

Expert engineers provide technical guidance and result interpretation throughout your testing program.

Frequently asked questions

What types of aggregate testing does Element offer?

Element provides physical, mechanical, and chemical testing of aggregates to evaluate their suitability for construction applications. Our services include strength testing, durability assessment, shape and size analysis, and impurity evaluation to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Can Element test large-scale aggregate consignments for export?

Yes! We have experience testing aggregate consignments ranging from a few tonnes to multi-million-tonne shipments. Our specialist quarry export facilities ensure that large-scale testing meets regulatory and performance requirements.

Does Element offer on-site aggregate testing?

Yes, in addition to our fully accredited laboratories, we provide on-site testing for real-time material assessment, helping to verify aggregate quality before use in construction projects.