TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION :
Consolidation test is considered extremely important in soil mechanics. Sample taken from adjacent areas of a single site show differential settlement even when tested using same techniques. Soil of similar strength may show varying consolidation. Samples are very carefully prepared and vertical settlement of the specimen in saturated or drained conditions carefully recorded when known load is applied. The standard outfit comprises of the following items. Loading unit, maximum capacity 20kg/cm.sq. Having a loading yok econnected to a lever arm with a counter balancing adjustment and having a lever ratio of 1:1 the whole assembly being mounted on a sturdy steel frame stand.
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT :
SIZE : 1.0m.(L)x 1.0m(W) X 1.0 m ( H )
WEIGHT : Approx. 50 Kg
SCOPE OF DELIVERY:
- Experimental Setup
- Instructional Manual
