IN-SITU DENSITY

Core Cutter Method
Core Cutter
Ref. Standard : IS:2720 (Part 29)

EKE 161:

Core cutter of known volume is driven into the soil by rammer. The core cutter is dug out, trimmed and the soil inside weighed and dried for moisture and density check.

The equipment consists one each of:

EKE 16101: Cylindrical Core Cutter made is steel, 100 mm dia. x 130 mm long.
EKE 16102: Steel Dolly 25 mm high and 100 mm dia. Fitted with a lip, to enable it to be located on top of the Core-Cutter
EKE 16103: Rammer with steel Rod

Optional Extras:
EKE 16104: Cylindrical Core Cutter made is steel, 100 mm dia. x 175 mm long 
EKE 16105: Cylindrical Core Cutter made is steel, 100 mm dia. x 250 mm long
EKE 16106: Cylindrical Core Cutter made is steel, 150 mm dia. x 300 mm long
EKE 16107: Dolly, for EKE 16106

Sand Replacement Method
Sand Pouring Cylinder Apparatus
Ref. Standard : IS:2720 (Part 28)

EKE 162:

This Apparatus is used for determination of the dry density of compact, fine, medium grained soils for layers not exceeding 50 cm thickness, A circular hole is dug into the ground, All the soil from within it collected, weighed and dried, and the hole back-filled with a standard uniform sand or fine gravel, poured from a calibrated container for calculating the volume of hole.
EKE 16201: Sand Pouring Cylinder , Fitted with Conical funnel and shutter, Capacity 3 litter,
EKE 16202: Cylindrical Calibration Container, 100 mm ID x 150 mm height
EKE 16203: Metal Tray size 30 x 30 x 4 cm, with 10 cm central hole

Optional Extra:
EKE 16204: Metal Tray, Size 30 x 30 x 4 cm, without central hole.

Sand Replacement Method
Sand Replacement Test Set 100 mm BS
Ref. Standard : BS 1377:9, 1924:2

EKE 0900:

The Sand Replacement Test is used for the determination of the degree of compaction of site. The Complete Set consists of a pouring cylinder, calibration container and tray. The sand pouring cylinder is made of cast aluminium and precisely machined; the calibration container and tray are made pf plated sheet steel. 
EKE 0900: Sand Replacement Test Set 150 mm BS
EKE 0901: Sand Pouring Cylinder  100 mm dia. for EKE 0900
EKE 0902: Calibration Container for EKE 0900
EKE 0903: Metal Tray for EKE 0900

Calibration Weight 500g , M1 Class

EKE 0901:

The ENKAY range of calibration weights are used for the periodical verification of your laboratory balance.

The Calibration Weight 500g M1 class weights are  manufactured from Stainless Steel or Cast Iron coated with black epoxy based paint.

Calibration Weights can be ordered as set or a single

Calibration certificates should be ordered separately

Calibration Weight 1 kg , M1 Class

EKE 0902:

The ENKAY range of calibration weights are used for the periodical verification of your laboratory balance.

The Calibration Weight 1 kg  M1 class weights are  manufactured from Stainless Steel or Cast Iron coated with black epoxy based paint.

Calibration Weights can be ordered as set or a single

Calibration certificates should be ordered separately

Calibration Weight 2 kg , M1 Class

EKE 0903:

The ENKAY range of calibration weights are used for the periodical verification of your laboratory balance.

The Calibration Weight 2 kg  M1 class weights are  manufactured from Stainless Steel or Cast Iron coated with black epoxy based paint.

Calibration Weights can be ordered as set or a single

Calibration certificates should be ordered separately

Sand Replacement Method
Sand Replacement Test Set 150 mm BS
Ref. Standard : BS 1377:9, 1924:2

EKE 0910:

The Sand Replacement Test is used for the determination of the degree of compaction of site. The Complete Set consists of a pouring cylinder, calibration container and tray. The sand pouring cylinder is made of cast aluminium and precisely machined; the calibration container and tray are made pf plated sheet steel. 
EKE 0910: Sand Replacement Test Set 150 mm BS
EKE 0911: Sand Pouring Cylinder  150 mm dia. for EKE 0910
EKE 0912: Calibration Container for EKE 0910
EKE 0913: Metal Tray for EKE 0910
 

Sand Replacement Method
Sand Replacement Test Set 200 mm BS
Ref. Standard : BS 1377:9, 1924:2

EKE 0920:

The Sand Replacement Test is used for the determination of the degree of compaction of site. The Complete Set consists of a pouring cylinder, calibration container and tray. The sand pouring cylinder is made of cast aluminium and precisely machined; the calibration container and tray are made of plated sheet steel. 
EKE 0920: Sand Replacement Test Set 150 mm BS
EKE 0921:Sand Pouring Cylinder  200 mm dia. for EKE 0920
EKE 0922: Calibration Container for EKE 0920
EKE 0923: Metal Tray for EKE 0920

Sand Cone Set 6 .5”
Ref. Standard : ASTM D1556; AASHTO T181, T191

EKE 0950:

EKE 0950: Sand Cone Set 6.5 ”
EKE 0952: Plastic Sand Jar 5 Litter for EKE 0950

The Sand Cone sets are used for the determination of the degree of compaction on site. EKE 0950 includes double cone, Plastic Sand Jar and metal tray with flanged hole.
 

Sand Cone Set 12 ”
Ref. Standard : ASTM D1556; AASHTO T181, T191

EKE 0960 :

EKE 0960: Sand Cone Set 12 ”
EKE 0962: Density Cylinder , 12”

EKE 0962: Density Cylinder is used for determining in place density of compacted base courses containing large sizes of coarse aggregates.
 

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter), 100 mm dia. BS
Ref. Standard : BS 1377:9

EKE 0970:

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) is used to determine the insitu density of soil by taking a standard volume of soil sample from the ground which is then removed, trimmed and weighed.

EKE 0970  BS Type 100 mm Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) Set consists of a driving dolly, 13.5 kg driving rammer and 100 mm dia. x 130 mm high core cutter.

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter), 3” dia. ASTM/CNR No.22
Ref. Standard : ASTM D2937; CNR No.22

EKE 0965:

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) is used to determine the insitu density of soil by taking a standard volume of soil sample from the ground which is then removed, trimmed and weighed.
 
The ASTM D2937; CNR No.22 version, Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) consists of a drive head, 5 kg drive hammer and a thin wall sampling tube. 5 kg sliding weight drop hammer makes a free – fall on to the driving head which is placed on top of the sampling tube. Manufactured  from steel and plated for corrosion resistance.
 
EKE 0965: Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter), 3” dia. ASTM
EKE 0966: Spare Sampling Tube (Drive Cylinder) , 3” (76.2 mm ) x  70 mm high, ASTM, for EKE 0965

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter), 4” dia. ASTM/CNR No.22
Ref. Standard : ASTM D2937; CNR No.22

EKE 0967:

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) is used to determine the insitu density of soil by taking a standard volume of soil sample from the ground which is then removed, trimmed and weighed.
 
The ASTM D2937; CNR No.22 version, Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) consists of a drive head, 5 kg drive hammer and a thin wall sampling tube. 5 kg sliding weight drop hammer makes a free – fall on to the driving head which is placed on top of the sampling tube. Manufactured  from steel and plated for corrosion resistance.
 
EKE 0967: Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter), 4” dia. ASTM
EKE 0968: Spare Sampling Tube (Drive Cylinder) , 4” (101.6 mm ) x 127 mm high, ASTM, for EKE 0967

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter), 150 mm dia. BS
Ref. Standard : BS 1377:9

EKE 0975:

Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) is used to determine the insitu density of soil by taking a standard volume of soil sample from the ground which is then removed, trimmed and weighed.

EKE 0970  BS Type 150 mm Surface Soil Sampler (Core Cutter) Set  BS consists of a driving dolly, 16 kg driving rammer and 150 mm dia. x 180 mm high core cutter.

Balloon Density Apparatus 1600 ml ASTM
Ref. Standard: ASTM D2167

EKE 0990:

EKE 0990 (1600 ml) Balloon Density Apparatus are used for the on-site determination of the density of well bonded soil according to the ASTM 

EKE 0990 consists of a graduated cylinder of 1596 ml capacity housed inside an aluminium guard, a reversible rubber aspirator pump, a density plate 9 inches square, and 12 rubber balloons. The principal of operation in smaller to the sand replacement but the hole is filled by a rubber balloon where water is pumped. The amount of water can be easily determined by the graduation of the cylinder.
 
ASTM Type Balloon Density Apparatus is Supplied Apparatus;
•    Rubber Balloons, 12 Pcs/Pack
•    Density Plate

Balloon Density Apparatus 3000 ml NF P94-061-2
Ref. Standard: NF P94-061-2

EKE 0992:

EKE 0992 (3000 ml) Balloon Density Apparatus are used for the on-site determination of the density of well bonded soil according to the NF P94-061-2 French Standard respectively.

The capacity of EKE 0992 apparatus is 3000 ml. A metal cylinder is filled with the water which is then pumped in to a rubber membrane  mounted on the base of the cylinder. The water pressure is controlled by a pressure gauge and the volume of the balloon is measured on the graduated piston setm.

NF Type Balloon Density Apparatus is Supplied complete with ;
•    Reinforced Membranes , 6 pcs/Pack
•    Base Plate
•    Locking Clamps, 3 pcs
 

Non- Nuclear Soil Density Gauge

EKE 1280:

Non- Nuclear Soil Density Gauge is used for deflecting density of Soil specimen with non nuclear type. EKE1280 is fully equipped with a touch screen and user friendly graphical menu interface, running Microsoft Windows silently in the background for flawless operation, easy software are upgrades and enhanced user support.

The measurement general specifications are :
•    Full color graphics driven interface , 480 x 640 VGA touch screen display with LED backlight for easy visibility.
•    Displays GPS status, available battery voltage, low battery and date/time
•    Rugged case design made from aluminium, powder- coated gloss black with orange reflective vinyl graphic increasing driver awareness to  road workers at night.
•    Data Management Feature  , quickly access , can be downloaded and deleted project data
•    Required files can be downloaded to EKE 1280 via. USB
•    Fast, reliable, accurate, and repeatable in real time, User Friendly, in-process, cost effective tool for any user.
•    The most important point is ; Non-Nuclear means no Badges or Licenses and no storage transport concerns.

Operational Features:
•    Display : Full Color graphics driven user interface,  480 x 640 VGA touch screen display with LED backlight for easy visibility in daylight or dark situations
•    Status Bar : Display GPS status , Data save status, battery voltage, low battery and data and time
•    Project Details : Sources up to 20 projects with details
•    Material Details : Sources up to 20 materials , details include Material
▲ Name, Description, Max Dry Density, Opt. Moisture, Dry Density offset
▲ % Moisture Offset , % Greater than 3”, % Greater than 3/4 ”, % Gravel
▲ % Sand, % Fines, PL, LL, Cu and Cc
•    Data Logging : Ability to store all measurements
•    Reports : Easily download data to be imported into Excel
•    GPS Control : When activated will display latitude and longitude positions, number of satellites the gauge is connected to as well as the 
        EKE data and time, also available in EKE format, GPS information will store each measurement when Data Save and GPS feature is 
        enabled, (Status Bar Icon)
•    Update Software : One touch uploaded of new software using  a USB memory stick
•    Data Management : Quickly access, download or delete your project data
•    Set Time and Date : Quick Time and Date setup, MM?DD/YY and DD/MM/YY formats.
•    Units : Interchangeable setting for Display (kg/rn3, lb/ft3),Temp. (°C,°F)
•    Standardization : While gauge is still in the case , a quick  one touch measurement will insure the gauge is still in proper working mode 
•    Calculator : Built in four function calculator
•    Enhanced Customer Support :  Diagnostic screen to aid in factory support
•    User Programmable Target Density : Used to calculating % compaction

Operational Specification:

Measurement Mode 
•    Average : Averages five (5) readings and stores data including location date and time. Stores thousands of records
•    Continuous : Instantaneous density readings.

Function Mode: 
•    Wet & Dry Density , % Compaction , % Moisture

Soil Specification:
•    Designed to operate with standard soils used in civil construction projects
•    Requires inputs from standard 
-     Standard Test Methods for Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit
-    Plasticity Index of Soils (ASTM D4318)
-    Particle Size Distribution (ASTM D422)
-    Proctor Test (ASTM D698 and D1557)

Mechanical Specifications: 
•    Unit Weight : 14.2 lbs (6.4 kg)
•    Unit Dimensions : 11” x 11” x 12” High (27.9 cm x 27.9 cm x 30.4 cm) with handle extension 29” High (73.6 cm)
•    Shipping Weight w/Case : 42.5 lbs (19.27 kg)
•    Shipping Dimensions : 24” x 19.5 “ (60.9 cm x 49.5 cm x 35.5 cm)

Measurement Specifications:
•    Sensing Area : 11 in. (27.9 mm) dia. base allows optimum measurement on fine and coarse material types
•    Measurement Depth : Designed for use on a standard 12” (30 cm) un-compacted layer of soil during or after compaction
•    Measurement Display : Dry Density, % Compaction , % Moisture, GPS Data, Material information and Project Name

Electrical Specification:
•    Microprocessor Controlled
•    CE Mark : Complies with EN 61000-4-2, 61000-4-3, 61000-4-8
•    Battery : 14.0 Amp-hr NiMH, 7.2 V
•    Recharge Time : 4 hours
•    Battery Charger : Self Contained CE & UL Certified Universal AC Charger, DC Charger
•    Computer Ports : 1 USB Port