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News Release from: Zwick Testing Machines | Subject: CBR geotextile test system
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 28 May 2007
Geotextiles replace traditional
materials
The determination of the puncture resistance of geotextile materials is carried out by the CBR static puncture test according to EN ISO12236 or ASTMD6241.
The use of geotextiles in the construction industry includes many varied applications They are used particularly for separating, filtering, drainage and protection purposes and, because of their excellent tensile and stretching properties, they are ideal for layers between different construction materials and soil
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 17 Jan 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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In projects such as earth movement, landscaping and transport infrastructure they are replacing traditional materials such as woven or knitted fabrics.
The materials are subject to compressive forces and these forces are increasing due to poor quality of filling materials, compaction during the construction process, or the weak load bearing capacity of the underlying base material.
The determination of the puncture resistance of geotextile materials is carried out by the CBR static puncture test according to EN ISO12236 or ASTMD6241.
The CBR test is an empirical test first developed in California (USA), for estimating the bearing value of highway sub-bases and subgrades.
The test is normally carried out with a dry specimen under controlled climatic conditions specified by ISO554.
If required, tests can be also carried out with a wet specimen.
Zwick offers two types of tooling which ensures that most geotextile materials can be tested in full compliance with the standard.
Using a testing system with hydraulically operated clamping tools enables all geotextiles classified within the robustness classes (GRC) 1-5 to be tested.
This solution is suitable for organisations performing a large number of tests.
The system is easy to use with single-button operation.
For geotextiles within robustness classes 1-4, a manually operated mechanical test device can be used.
This version also ensures standard compliant testing but is lower in cost.
The materials testing software testXpert II is fully configured for the CBR test, and guarantees full control of the test procedure and automatic determination of all results.
In addition, the test program can determine penetration forces at pre-determined distances.
Manual operations are minimised for the user, and test data can easily be exported to Microsoft Office for additional reporting, processing.
A flexible and modular range of tools and fixtures is available for additional test requirements. Request a free brochure from Zwick Testing Machines ...
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