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Cube Mold Testing: Procedure, Sizes & IS Standard for Cement/Concrete

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  Cube mold testing is one of the most trusted methods to check cement/concrete compressive strength. It uses a cement testing cube mould to cast concrete cubes, cure them properly, and test them in a compression machine. The most commonly used cube mould 150mm size is followed on most Indian sites and labs as per IS standards. ✅ Cube Mold Testing Procedure (Step-by-Step) Clean & oil the mould to prevent sticking. Fill the cube mould in 3 layers and compact each layer (tamping rod/vibrator). Level the surface and mark sample details. Keep cubes undisturbed for 24 hours . Remove cubes and transfer for curing. ⏳ Curing Time Standard curing is done in clean water at controlled temperature: 7 Days → early strength result 28 Days → final strength result (most important) 🏗️ Machine Used Cube strength is tested using a Compression Testing Machine (CTM) . The cube is placed centrally and load is applied gradually until failure. 📌 Results Inte...

Scaffolding Accessories Supplier for Shutdown Projects in India

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 Shutdown projects don’t forgive delays. Whether it’s a refinery turnaround, power plant maintenance, or an industrial insulation shutdown, everything runs on a tight clock. Scaffolding is one of the first things installed and one of the last things removed—so if accessories fail or arrive late, the entire schedule slips. That’s where choosing the right scaffolding accessories supplier in India makes the difference. Shutdown sites need accessories that are ready, reliable, and repeatable . Tie rods, wing nuts, clamps, base plates, cups, jacks every piece must fit accurately, carry load without variation, and survive repeated assembly and dismantling. There’s no time to “adjust on site.” This is exactly why contractors and maintenance companies work with Amco Exports for shutdown projects. Amco Exports supplies scaffolding and formwork accessories built for high-pressure industrial environments . Manufacturing consistency matters here accurate threading, controlled weight, and ...