Asphalt Testing & Inspection Services
Ensure successful construction projects with Element’s asphalt testing and inspection services. Elements' A2LA and AASHTO-accredited team offers expert quality assurance, including unique tests like the LA Abrasion test. With detailed documentation and support throughout the process, we help you maintain compliance with building standards and achieve high-quality outcomes on every project, every time.
What is Asphalt Testing & Inspection at Element?
Asphalt testing and inspection involves evaluating asphalt binders, mixtures, and related materials to verify quality, durability, and compliance with industry standards. These evaluations ensure proper performance in end-use applications, from roads to infrastructure projects.
At Element, we conduct thorough asphalt testing across both laboratory and field environments, ensuring materials meet precise engineering and regulatory requirements. Our experienced engineers perform evaluations using accredited methodologies, covering everything from material composition to on-site placement quality. With industry-recognized accreditations from A2LA and AASHTO, we provide reliable assessments that support successful construction outcomes.
What Can Element Offer You for Asphalt Testing & Inspection?
Materials We Test
Materials We Test
Element provides comprehensive testing across the full spectrum of asphalt materials. From binder evaluation to aggregate testing, we ensure every component meets your specifications. Our capabilities include performance grade verification, emulsion testing, and specialized aggregate analysis including Polish values and LA Abrasion testing.
Key Tests Offered
Key Tests Offered
- Physical property testing
- Performance grade evaluation
- Marshall stability testing
- Superpave analysis
- Bitumen content analysis
- Skid resistance testing
- Macrotexture depth measurement
- Density testing
- Los Angeles Abrasion testing
- Thickness evaluation
- Asphalt Pavement Thickness
- Viscosity Testing
- Hot Mix Asphalt Testing
- Performance Grade Evaluation
- Asphalt Binder Testing
- AASHTO Testing
Methods And Solutions Offered
Methods And Solutions Offered
We employ multiple design and evaluation methodologies to meet your specific requirements:
- Superpave procedures
- Marshall (P-401) testing
- Texas Gyratory (TxDOT) methods
- Mobile laboratory deployment
- On-site inspection services
- QC/QA verification
- Third-party evaluation
Which Labs Offer This Service
Which Labs Offer This Service
At our specialized pavement testing laboratories in Singapore and Malaysia, our experienced engineers perform comprehensive evaluations — Bitumen Content, Marshall Density, Marshall Stability, Grading Analysis, Skid Resistance, Macrotexture Depth, Los Angeles Abrasion, and cored sample density and thickness. With a team of 8,500 experts, operating from service hubs around the world, we can provide local expertise with the flexibility to scale for large, international projects.
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
Comprehensive Quality Assurance
Our testing program combines laboratory precision with field expertise, offering you complete quality assurance throughout your project lifecycle. From initial material verification to final installation inspection, we provide the documentation and certainty you need.
Standards we test to and materials we test
- AASHTO PP1
- AASHTO PP6
- AASHTO T 30
- AASHTO T164
- AASHTO T166
- AASHTO T209
- AASHTO T245
- AASHTO T269
- AASHTO T283
- AASHTO T308
- AASHTO T312
- AASHTO TP1
- AASHTO TP5
- ASTM D2041
- ASTM D2172
- ASTM D2726
- ASTM D2950
- ASTM D3203
- ASTM D4867
- ASTM D5444
- ASTM D6307
- ASTM D6494
- ASTM D6925
- ASTM D6926
- ASTM D6927
- ICC-ES AC 51
Asphalt materials:
- Asphalt binders (oils)
- Hot mix asphalt
- Asphalt emulsions
- Asphalt cutbacks
- Pavement cores
Aggregates:
- Construction aggregates
- Specialty aggregates for polish value testing
- Materials for LA Abrasion testing
- Soundness testing materials
Your Challenges, Our Solutions
Navigating Strict Industry Standards
Guaranteeing Asphalt Quality and Performance
Managing Documentation Requirements
Keeping Up With Evolving Technologies
Why Choose Element
Full-Service Testing and Inspection
Accredited and Industry-Leading Expertise
Specialized Testing Capabilities
On-site and Mobile solutions
Frequently asked questions
What aggregate testing procedures do you offer?
We specialize in testing a variety of aggregates used in asphalt production, including advanced procedures such as Polish values, Soundness, and Los Angeles Abrasion testing. These tests help ensure that the aggregates used meet the quality standards required for durable asphalt pavements.
What asphalt field services do you provide?
Element provides on-site support through personnel and equipment to evaluate asphalt production and placement. Our field services include both QC/QA testing and assistance with production activities to ensure that specifications are met during installation.
What types of performance grade evaluations do you offer for asphalt?
Element offers comprehensive performance grade evaluations to determine the suitability and durability of asphalt binders. Our evaluations adhere to AASHTO standards to ensure proper performance under varying environmental conditions.
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