The Civiltest Sports Field Testing laboratory in Mornington was created to meet the growing demand for specialised rootzone/Turf sand testing. Our laboratory is a fully functioning testing laboratory and NATA accredited.
We conduct the specialised tests needed for sports field construction, turf industry, thoroughbred industry, quarry product manufacturers, haulage companies, landscaping, local agronomists, research and development work and QA of products.
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Specialised Capability
Civiltest has undertaken many years of research, training, validation and manufacturing to establish a range of specialised testing equipment. We have invested significant time in finding the most capable and qualified staff team.
We use a combination of USGA, ASTM, Australian test methods, with consultation from well-respected senior and local agronomists, to deliver appropriate and effective testing services to meet our clients’ needs.
Testing and Consulting
- Rootzone/ Turf Sand Testing, NATA accredited Sand & Aggregate testing
- Organic Matter Content by Loss on Ignition Method 6G1 Rayment G.E, Lyons D.J 2011
- Saturated hydraulic conductivity 16/32 blows (K.McIntyre & B.Jakobsen 1998 method)
- 150mm 16/32 drop compaction (K.McIntyre & B.Jakobsen 1998 method)
- ASTM F1815-11 Saturated Hydraulic Conductivity, Water retention, Porosity & Bulk density
- 30cm & 100cm Suction field capacity including Total, Air & Capillary porosities
- Dry bulk density determinations
- 1:5 Aqueous solution pH & EC determination
- Moisture release curve (Sands up to 100cm)
- Bunker sand assessment
- Particle shape & roundness microscopy
- Organic impurities other than sugar (AS1141.34)
- AS1289.3.6.1 Engineering & USGA sizes Particle size distribution
- AS1141.11.1 particle size distribution
- AS1141.33 Clay and fine silt Ratio
- AS1289.3.5.1 Particle density
Featured Projects
- AGCSA Tech - Quality control testing for major golf and stadium development projects throughout Australia
- Sandbelt Industries (VIC) Pty Ltd - Testing of construction sands and topdressing materials
- Burdett’s Sand, Soil & Stone - Material testing and quality control of sand products used for numerous local sports ovals and recreation centres
- Turfgrass Consulting & Research – John Neylan - various sports field rootzone/turf sand testing and research as well as experimental sand testing.
- Endeavour Turf Professionals Pty Ltd (ETP Turf) – Quality control for all construction projects and specific sand rootzone design projects.
Contact Civiltest today to discuss your requirements