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Materials

Quick, high-quality materials data that keeps your project moving

Materials enthusiasts who get it right

The chemistry that holds our materials team together is made of integrity, creativity, and care. We represent Terracon’s largest technician and inspection workforce and ensure the materials used to build the nation’s roads, bridges, airports, stadiums, and other structures are safe and sound.

Our 180 locations and 140 accredited laboratories are always within reach. It’s our localization, bench strength, flexibility, and diverse set of capabilities that keep our client relationships strong.

We identify issues and expedite solutions when problems arise. With our broad range of qualifications, specialized certifications, and building materials professionals, we are on-site, evaluating and testing materials in real-time. Our teams can respond in the field and around the clock to keep up with the pace of your project. We are curious explorers who are continuously learning. Whether we are in manufacturer’s labs learning about the newest sustainable building material initiatives, venturing into the Yale library to study 100-year-old steel, designing asphalt mixes for a military runway on a mid-Atlantic island, or providing nuclear quality assurance for research reactors, we are confident that we can meet whatever challenge you face. Putting this massive amount of information into quick, concise, and convenient reporting for you is part of our magic, too.

Materials Services include:
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Laboratory Services

Structural Steel and Nondestructive Evaluation

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Know what’s happening in a hurry

We are constantly working to get your reports delivered faster. Through innovations and digital field data collection, you’ll be notified of deviations the same day and you will receive our standard reports in a few days, not weeks. Our reports provide insights to help you make data-driven decisions to help you become more efficient, save time, and save money.

Some of the integrated technologies we use to improve your project management and decision-making capabilities include:

Compass

Our client portal provides comprehensive project management tools to streamline data access and decision-making through organized project data, schedules, and communication. TARGETID is integrated with Compass, and with these tools you can quickly identify, assess, and address any deviations with our support.

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TARGETID

Our geospatial data collector used to report materials testing results through a real-time, interactive interface. It provides a visual, map-centric view of materials testing results. Technicians enter testing and inspection data in the field, which is automatically plotted onto TARGETID’s interactive map. This seamless data transfer ensures that all collected data is accurately placed and instantly available for review, reducing the need for backtracking or re-testing due to incorrect or unclear locations. 

We offer a wide variety of materials services, including: 

  • Construction materials testing and inspection services  
  • Special inspection services 
  • Non-destructive steel testing and inspection
  • Mobile laboratory services
  • Visual testing 
  • Nuclear quality testing and inspection
  • Underwater inspection 
  • Structural diagnosis 
  • Materials engineering 
  • Thermal control plans and plan evaluations 
  • Concrete batch plant inspections 
  • Asphalt batch plant inspections
  • Core drilling
  • Half-cell electrical potential testing 

Laboratory testing of construction materials: 

  • Concrete and asphalt mix designs 
  • Concrete 
  • Masonry 
  • Soil 
  • Aggregate 
  • Hot-mix asphalt 
  • Spray applied fire-resistive materials (SFRM)
  • Geotechnical laboratory testing 
  • Laboratory steel testing  
  • Petrographic examination
  • Chloride solubility testing 
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140 +

laboratories

across the U.S.

2,500

daily users

of Terracon’s Construction Materials Management System

24

hour

real-time tracking and report delivery

Jim Klemz
Parsons Transportation Group

Terracon has consistently been an outstanding performer, and their highly experienced staff has a keen understanding of the design and construction process and the goals and objectives of the lead designer, contractor, and owner.

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Building Enclosure Assessment, Consulting, and Testing

Observation and testing of building enclosure components to identify and recommend solutions to air infiltration, water penetration, roof moisture, leaks, and other issues that hinder optimal performance.

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Code Compliance and Specifications Review

Evaluating applicable building codes and specifications related to accessibility (ADA), safety, and efficiency to help clients’ projects achieve compliance.

Construction Administration Support

Project administrative services during construction including bid analysis, negotiation, construction observation, team and stakeholder communications, and general construction support.

Construction Monitoring for Environmental Compliance

We monitor the project site for adherence to applicable environmental regulations, such as wastewater discharges and air emissions, to help clients prevent or resolve non-compliance.

Construction Risk Consulting/Owner's Rep Services

Services to identify potential risks from site conditions, regulations, construction materials, and geologic considerations, and consult with the owner on strategies to minimize or mitigate these risks.

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Construction Stormwater Compliance

Verification of proper stormwater practices, identify changes, and recommend measures to minimize damage and restore compliance following weather or other events.

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Detection of Changed Conditions

Design review, on-site inspection, and testing to monitor and identify changes in soils, concrete and masonry, asphalt, and aggregates and consult on potential quality or performance impacts. Real-time project data with TARGETID technology.

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Failure/Non-compliance Investigations

Investigation and analysis of failures or non-compliance of materials during construction to identify causes and contributing factors within the framework of applicable codes, standards, and regulations.

Industrial Hygiene/Indoor Air Quality

td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}Detecting hazards, monitoring exposures, evaluating risks, formulating corrective measures, and training for professionals focused on protecting facility occupants and complying with OSHA regulations for workplace safety.

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LEED Consulting and Gap Analysis

Identifying Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification objectives with clients and help analyze feasibility, prioritize credits, and take steps to achieve the desired certification level.

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Materials Selection Consulting

Recommendations for engineering/building materials to maximize performance, durability, and sustainability in the context of site geological, environmental, and other conditions.

Natural and Manmade Disaster Response

Planning, response, and recovery services to help address impacts of events such as flooding or fire and minimize risks to the public associated with a disaster’s aftermath, including damage to critical infrastructure.

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Observation of Foundation and Pavement Installation

Investigating on-site soil conditions and materials, and observation and monitoring during installation of foundations and pavements to help optimize performance and safety.

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Post-Construction Stormwater Planning and Compliance

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Resiliency Services

Consulting services to help organizations prepare to adapt to changes or disruptions that could adversely affect their employees or operations.

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Structural and Materials Assessment/Monitoring

Geotechnical and materials services to assess and monitor the condition and integrity of built structures to identify potential deterioration or failure and recommend corrective solutions.

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Testing and Inspection of Construction Materials

Observation, testing, and inspection of materials including soils, concrete, masonry, asphalt, aggregates, structural steel, and even welds to determine conformance to specifications for quality and durability. Real-time project data with TARGETID technology.

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Vibration Monitoring

Installation of sensing equipment to identify unusual vibrations and potential impacts to the structure being built, or to adjacent structures, and provide recommendations for vibration reduction.