QEST Platform 4.91
Applies to QESTField Tests

This page describes the data entry processes for self-consolidating concrete consistency tests for passing ability, stability, filling ability, viscosity and stability per RMS QA Specification B80.

Overview

Slump flow testing measurements are entered into QESTField through the use of the New Concrete Field Testing workflow. Slump Flow Testing can be selected from the Consistency Measured By drop down of the Field Data phase of the workflow. When a Slump Flow test is selected the traditional slump test fields on this phase are no longer displayed and a new Self-Consolidating Concrete phase is added to the workflow. This page describes slump flow testing when Slump Flow (RMS B80) is selected.

Changing Consistency Measured By

Changing the method used to measure consistency will delete any consistency data which currently exists. A confirmation dialog is displayed to the user.

Self-Consolidating Concrete

The Self-Consolidating Concrete phase allows for the entry of data related to Slump flow, T₅₀₀, J-ring passing ability, and stability to RMS QA Specification B80.

Slump Flow ASTM C 1611 - 2000

The Slump Flow, T₅₀₀ and VSI rating for RMS B80 is tested in accordance to ASTM C 1611. To comply with the minimum testing frequency requirements specified in Table B80/G2 of RMS QA Specification B80, each concrete sample on a work order includes slump flow.

Field Prompt	Expected Information
Specification Group	Allows the selection of a specification group.
Specification	Allows the selection of a specification which can apply limits to values such as Slump flow, T₅₀₀, or VSI. The entries available in the above two drop down boxes are populated from QESTLab's Specifications.
Slump Cone	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Base Plate	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Measure Type	The type of measure. The list options are: Measure Straight Edge
Measure	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Timer	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Filling Procedure	The type of filling procedure. The list options are: A - Upright Mould B - Inverted Mould
Largest Diameter of the Spread (mm):	The measured largest diameter of spread.
Perpendicular Diameter of the Spread (mm):	The measured spread of the perpendicular diameter from the largest spread diameter.
Design Flow (mm):	The design slump flow of the concrete. Copied from the Product Information phase, if entered.
Slump Flow (mm):	The calculated slump flow of the concrete from the diameter spreads.
Design T500 (s)	The design T₅₀₀ of the concrete. Copied from the Product Information phase, if entered.
T500 (s)	The measured T₅₀₀ of the concrete.
VSI Value Rating	The Visual Stability Index value rating determined by visual inspection. The list options are: 0 = Highly Stable 1 = Stable 2 = Unstable 3 = Highly Unstable
Retest	Checking this checkbox will add a second set of data entry such that the testing can be completed again. The first set of data will still be saved but will be excluded from specification checks and reporting.

Passing Ability by J-Ring ASTM C 1621 - 2009

The passing ability characteristic for RMS B80 is tested in accordance to ASTM C 1621. To comply with the minimum testing frequency specified in Table B80/G2 of RMS QA Specification B80, an ASTM C 1621 test will automatically be added when no previous concrete sample on the work order has had an ASTM C 1621 test performed. For further samples, an ASTM C 1621 test can be added manually. Once added, the ASTM C 1621 test can be deleted separately.

Field Prompt	Expected Information
J-Ring	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Slump Cone	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Measure Type	The type of measure. The list options are: Measure Straight Edge
Measure	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Base Plate	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Largest Diameter of the Spread (mm):	The measured largest diameter of spread.
Perpendicular Diameter of the Spread (mm):	The measured spread diameter perpendicular to the largest spread diameter.
J-Ring Flow (mm):	The calculated J-Ring flow of the concrete from the diameter spreads.
Passing Ability (mm):	The calculated passing ability of the concrete from the diameter spreads.
Blocking Assessment	The determined blocking assessment based on the passing ability: 0 to 25 mm = No visible blocking >25 to 50 mm = Minimal to noticeable blocking >50 mm = Noticeable to extreme blocking
Retest	Checking this checkbox will add a second set of data entry such that the testing can be completed again. The first set of data will still be saved but will be excluded from specification checks and reporting.

Segregation Resistance ASTM C 1712

If a Penetration Depth is required, it is tested in accordance with ASTM C 1712. To comply with the minimum testing frequency specified in Table B80/G2 of RMS B80, an ASTM C 1712 test will automatically be added to the first concrete sample on the work order and every fourth sample. For further samples, an ASTM C 1712 test can be added when needed, at the bottom of the phase. Once added, the ASTM C 1712 test can be deleted separately.

The button will be replaced with a data entry section for the test.

Field Prompt	Expected Information
Slump Cone	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
SCC Penetration Apparatus	The equipment used to perform the test, from QESTLab's equipment register.
Initial Reading (mm):	The initial reading from the equipment at the start of the test.
Final Reading (mm):	The final reading from the equipment at the end of the test.
Penetration Depth (mm):	The calculated penetration depth of the concrete from the initial and final readings.
Retest	Checking this checkbox will add a second set of data entry such that the testing can be completed again. The first set of data will still be saved but will be excluded from specification checks and reporting.

Reporting

If slump flow testing has been completed, there is the option whether or not to report slump flow results on the Technician Summary phase of the workflow.

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