Mercury in Flooring
Mercury in flooring represents a concern due to the potential for emission of mercury vapor to surrounding areas of a building. Mercury is a neurotoxin and exposure can have various health effects.
ATL Receives Accreditation for ASTM C457 Air Void Analysis
ATL recently received accreditation for performing ASTM C457 – Standard Test Method for Microscopical Determination of Parameters of the Air-Void System in Hardened Concrete from AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials).
Carbonation of Concrete and Oxidation of Embedded Steel
Aging concrete structures, such as parking garages or building foundations, often exhibit signs of distress. Cracking, spalling, delamination, and exposed or corroding reinforcing steel are some common examples.
ATL Receives Accreditation for Fenestration Testing Services
Atlantic Testing Laboratories (ATL), a WBE certified company, has earned accreditation with the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA). ATL is accredited to perform testing in accordance with AAMA 501.2, AAMA 502, ASTM E783, and ASTM E1105.
Importance of Hazardous Materials Abatement Design
An accurate and comprehensive hazardous materials abatement design (Abatement Design) is a valuable component of any project involving the disturbance or potential disturbance of known or suspect hazardous materials.
SPT Hammer Energy Calibration/Verification
The Standard Penetration Test (SPT) is the industry standard for the sampling and analysis of soils within the geotechnical design profession; providing a cost effective means to estimate strength and response characteristics of various soil types at nearly any depth.
