What is BS EN 12390‑3 - Compressive strength of test specimens for testing hardened concrete about?
BS EN 12390 is a European standard that discusses the testing of hardened concrete. Hardened concrete is the strongest and most durable construction material.
BS EN 12390‑3 is a third part in the multi series that discusses methods for the determination of the compressive strength of test specimens of hardened concrete.
Who is BS EN 12390‑3 - Compressive strength of test specimens for testing hardened concrete for?
BS EN 12390‑3 on compressive strength of test specimens for testing hardened concrete is applicable to:
- Civil engineers
- Contractors
- Quality testing personnel
- Research and development facilities
Why should you use BS EN 12390‑3 - Compressive strength of test specimens for testing hardened concrete?
Hardened concrete is concrete that must be sufficiently strong to withstand the structural and service applied loads and it must be durable enough for the environmental possibility for which it is designed.
BS EN 12390‑3 describes specimens that are loaded to failure in a compression testing machine conforming to EN 12390-4. The maximum load sustained by the specimen is recorded and the compressive strength of the concrete is calculated.
Using BS EN 12390‑3 you can understand the methods for the determination of the compressive strength of test specimens of hardened concrete. BS EN 12390‑3 provides you guidance for specimen preparation and positioning.
BS EN 12390‑3 guides you in the preparation of the test report.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 12390‑3:2019 supersedes BS EN 12390‑3:2009, which is withdrawn. It includes:
- Editorial revision
- Technical corrections
- Clarification of acceptable tolerances of test specimen size or diameter
- Clarification of procedure from when the specimen is removed from curing until being tested for strength