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Have questions about your materials testing equipment?  We have the answers to these questions and much more right here! Check back monthly for long-form blog posts, how-to guides and infographics. We’ll address industry insights, the operation and maintenance of specific equipment, and our product line recommendations, all designed to better serve you.

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Gilson Mechanical Marshall Compactors: A New State-of-the-Art
Gilson Mechanical Marshall Compactors: A New State-of-the-Art The new Mechanical Marshall Compactors from Gilson raise the bar for asphalt specimen testing with improved performance and features, including a fully enclosed compaction mechanism, a safety interlock switch, and reduced noise. Read to learn why a Gilson Mechanical Marshall Asphalt Compactor can benefit your testing lab.
Gyratory Compactors: The Evolution of the Heart of Superpave
Superpave Gyratory Compactors Comparison Superpave Gyratory Compactors test the durability of Superpave asphalt mixes for healthy, long-lasting pavement. Read our latest blog to learn about the practical uses of this storied press and compare models offered by Gilson.
Laboratory Accreditation: Can You Afford Not To?
Laboratory Accreditation: Can You Afford Not To?Should your lab be accredited? Accreditation builds up your lab's reputation by ensuring accountability and quality control. Learn about accreditation standards and agencies to see which option best suits your lab.
Rigid Frame Automatic Compression Machines: Safe, Reliable, & Long Lasting
Rigid Frame Automatic Compression Machines: Safe, Reliable, & Long Lasting Concrete compressive strength has steadily evolved over the last century. Read about how Rigid Frame Concrete Compression Machines can withstand today's high-performance concrete mix designs.
The FHWA Mobile Concrete Technology Center: Putting Innovation into Practice
The FHWA Mobile Concrete Technology Center: Putting Innovation into Practice Through the Federal Highway Administration Mobile Concrete Technology Center, concrete testing, equipment, and educational opportunities are delivered nationwide. Learn more about this mobile concrete lab and its initiatives in our latest blog.
Gilson and Fritsch: Teaming Up to Make Sample Preparation Easy
Gilson and Fritsch: Teaming Up to Make Sample Preparation Easy Gilson proudly offers a variety of Fritsch laboratory equipment for particle size reduction. Read this blog to learn about the Fritsch products available and how to choose the right instrument for your sample preparation needs.
Self-Consolidating Concrete: A Guide to Testing and Testing Equipment
Self-Consolidating Concrete Self-consolidating concrete (SCC) is fresh concrete that does not require vibration in order to consolidate. In this blog, we discuss the tests commonly performed on SCC and the type of equipment used.
Gilson Testing Screens: A Guide to Resources for Maintenance, Diagnostics, and Repair
Gilson Testing Screens: A Guide to Resources for Maintenance, Diagnostics, and Repair

Performing regular maintenance on your Gilson Testing Screen will ensure its longevity and optimum performance. In our latest blog, we share maintenance and repair tips to maximize the service life of your device.

Internally Cured Concrete: What Does it Mean for Testing Labs?

Internally Cured Concrete

Internally Cured Concrete (ICC) effectively ensures that cementious materials have appropriate access to moisture to enhance concrete durability. Learn more about this technique and its importance for construction materials testing labs.

Modulus of Elasticity & Poisson’s Ratio of Concrete: Beyond Compressive Strength
Modulus of Elasticity & Poisson's Ratio of Concrete: Beyond Compressive Strength

Modulus of Elasticity (MOE) and Poisson's Ratio are concrete compressive strength tests that can be performed using an Automatic Concrete Compression Machine. Learn how these tests are performed in our latest blog.