Concrete and Mortar Air Entrainement Testing - Precision Air Content Measurement for Fresh Concrete and Mortar
Air content directly affects the durability, strength, and consistency of freshly mixed concrete and mortar. Too little entrained air can increase susceptibility to freeze-thaw damage, while excessive air can reduce compressive strength. Torontech’s August newsletter reviews air-content testing methods for concrete and mortar, including ASTM C231 pressure testing, ASTM C173 volumetric testing, and ASTM C185 mortar testing for laboratory and field quality-control workflows.
The lineup includes standard Type B pressure meters, dual-method systems, digital and high-precision models, portable field instruments, and dedicated mortar air meters. Available configurations support direct air-content readings, aggregate correction, digital record management, extended measurement ranges, and multiple ASTM, AASHTO, EN, BS, and DIN methods. These options help construction laboratories, ready-mix QC teams, materials-testing firms, and precast producers match measurement accuracy and portability to their testing requirements.
Keep air-content testing consistent across concrete mixes, mortar formulations, and field conditions. Subscribe to the Torontech Newsletter for practical updates on air entrainment methods, testing standards, measurement accuracy, digital workflows, and equipment selection for construction materials laboratories and quality-control teams.