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SOCOTEC UK - Construction Materials Testing

SOCOTEC UK is a leading provider of technical consulting and risk management services for the construction industry across the country. With over 70 years of expertise, we support clients throughout the entire lifecycle of their projects - from initial design to final completion. Our comprehensive range of construction materials testing and inspection services ensures the quality, safety and performance of building components. This includes:

• Concrete Testing - Evaluating the compressive strength, workability and other key properties of concrete, both on-site and in our UKAS-accredited laboratories.
• Aggregates Testing - Analysing the grading, density and other engineering characteristics of coarse and fine aggregates used in concrete and other construction materials.
• Soil and Earthworks Testing - Assessing the geotechnical properties of soils to support foundation design, ground improvement and infrastructure projects.
• Asphalt and Bitumen Testing - Determining the composition, stability and other performance criteria of asphalt mixes and binders for road construction.
• Cement and Cementitious Materials Testing - Evaluating the chemical and physical properties of cement, lime and other binding agents.

Our Strengths to Support You

SOCOTEC UK offers a nationwide network of state-of-the-art testing laboratories and experienced construction materials specialists. We take a proactive, collaborative approach to every project. We provide an integrated and data-driven approach to quality assurance, optimising testing regimes, analysis and reporting to support successful project delivery. We establish trusted partnerships with all stakeholders, organising comprehensive testing programmes and sharing critical data and insights in real-time. Our teams are equipped with the latest technologies and methods to assist you with the full range of construction materials testing requirements.