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Asphalt core drilling

Recovers a cylindrical sample from a completed asphalt layer for direct measurement and testing.

Plain-language explanation

What the test tells you.

The project specification controls the exact method and acceptance requirement.

01

What it is

A diamond core barrel cuts through the pavement at an approved location and the core is removed intact.

02

What is used

Core drill, 100 mm or specified barrel, water control, depth measurement and sample-identification materials.

03

What it determines

The core provides direct evidence of layer thickness and a specimen for density, voids, tensile or composition tests.

04

Why it matters

Supports pavement acceptance, forensic investigation and rehabilitation planning.

Typical test sequence

From sample
to result.

  1. 01

    Approve and mark the coring position

  2. 02

    Drill and recover the core carefully

  3. 03

    Identify, measure and protect it for the scheduled tests

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Need asphalt core drilling?

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