Our Epoxy and Coatings Laboratory analyzes all classes of epoxies and coating for identification, chemical analysis and physical properties. We pride ourselves in the quality of our work and our capabilities in working with the epoxies and coatings industry. The objective material characterization is often to see if the epoxy and/or coating meets the required ASTM classification, DOT specification or Project specification. We provide our clients with the expertise, experience and knowledge to help with the most difficult project, as well as making them feel comfortable with our testing services.
” Our laboratory has performed research, quality control, and certification testing with just about every type of epoxy and coating produced.”
Our Accreditations
Our laboratory is audited and/or inspected by A2LA, AMRL (AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory), CCRL (Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory) and the US Army Corps of Engineers for epoxy and coating testing.
Our laboratory accreditations include: ISO 17025, AASHTO R18 and we are an approved laboratory for the US Army Corps of Engineers.
TEC Services can submit data to ICC-ES (International Code Council – Evaluation Service) for AC 198 Acceptance Criteria for Chemical Admixtures Used in Concrete.
TEC Services works closely with ASTM in the development of test methods, testing guidelines and specification for all types of admixtures.
This list consists of ASTM tests that we perform on a regular basis. If a test is desired that is not listed below please call and inquire for further details.
| ASTM C297 | Flatwise Tensile Strength of Sandwich Construction |
| Tensile Strength of Chemical – Resistant Mortars, Grouts, and Monolithic Surfacing, Chemical Resistant, Grout, Monolithic Surfacing, Mortar, Tensile Strength |
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Linear Shrinkage and Coefficient of Thermal Expansion of Chemical-Resistant
Mortars, Grouts, Monolithic Surfacing, and Polymer Concretes |
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| ASTM C579 | Compressive Strength of Chemical – Resistant Mortars, Grout, Monolithic Surfacing, and Polymer Concretes |
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Flexural Strength and Modulus of Elasticity of Chemical – Resistant
Mortars, Grout, Monolithic Surfacing, and Polymer Concretes |
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Material Specifications for Epoxy Resins Base Bonding Resin
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Thermal Compatibility Between Concrete and an Epoxy – Resin Overlay
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ASTM D142
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Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers – Tension (Test Method A)
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Water Absorption of Plastic
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Tear Strength of Conventional Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic
Elastomers |
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Tensile Properties of Plastic
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Deflection Temperature of Plastic Under Flexural Load in the Edgewise
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Compressive Properties of the Rigid Plastic
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Flexural Properties of Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastic and Electrical
Insulating Materials |
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Rheological Properties of Non-Newtonian Materials by Rotational Viscometers
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Rubber Property – Durometer Hardness
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Testing Water Resistance of Coating in a 100% Relative Humidity
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| ASTM D2393 |
Viscosity of Epoxy Resins and Related Components
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| ASTM D2471 |
Gel Time and Peak Exothermic Temperature of Reacting Thermosetting Resins
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| ASTM D2556 |
Apparent Viscosity of Adhesives Having Shear – Rate – Dependent Flow
Properties Using Rotational Viscometer |
| ASTM D2566 |
Linear Shrinkage of Cured Thermosetting Casting Resins During Cure
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| ASTM E1252 |
General Techniques for Obtaining Infrared Spectral for Qualitative Analysis
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| ASTM E2485 |
Freeze / Thaw Resistance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) and Water Resistive Barrier Coatings
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| ASTM R18 |
Establishing and Implementing a Quality System for Construction Materials Testing Laboratories
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| ASTM AC212 |
Acceptance Criteria for Water – Resistive Coatings Used as Water – Resistive Barriers over Exterior Sheathing
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| ISO/IEC 17025 |
General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration of Laboratories
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ASTM C920 - Sealant Testing
ASTM C1339 - Epoxy Grout Flow
ASTM D638 - Tensile Testing
ASTM E96 - Free Film & Over Concrete Substrates
ASTM E303 - British Pendelum Tester
Coating Testing - ASTM E96
Creep Testing of Anchor Epoxy
D7234 - Bond Testing on Concrete
Epoxy Test Samples
D648 Heat Deflection
ASTM D7088 - Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
ASTM-C1583 Bond Testing of Stucco Systems