EUROLAB, with its state-of-the-art accredited laboratories and expert team, provides precise and fast testing services within the scope of EN 480-5 testing. This European Standard defines a test method for the determination of the effect of mixtures on the capillary absorption of mortar.
EN 480-5 is a European standard that specifies the test method for determining the capillary absorption of admixtures used in concrete, mortar and grout. Capillary absorption is the ability of the material to absorb water when it comes into contact with a wet surface.
The test method described in EN 480-5 involves preparing a sample of the material containing the mixture and measuring the rate at which it absorbs water from a wet surface. This is done using a tester that applies water to the surface of the material and measures the amount of water absorbed over time.
The standard specifies the conditions under which the test should be performed, including the temperature and humidity of the test environment. It also provides guidance on sample preparation and the equipment needed to perform the test.
The results of the test can be used to determine the capillary absorption properties of the material, including the rate at which water is absorbed and the total amount of water absorbed over a given period of time.
By providing a standardized test method for determining the capillary absorption properties of additives, EN 480-5 helps ensure that materials used in construction are of consistent quality and meet safety and performance standards. It can also help manufacturers and engineers select the most suitable additives for their specific needs and applications, and optimize mix design to minimize water absorption and improve the overall quality of the finished product.
EUROLAB assists manufacturers with EN 480-5 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.
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