BS EN 12390-2:2019!
The document outlines specific laboratory and field procedures to maintain the integrity of concrete samples from the moment they are cast until they are tested for hardened strength:
The BS EN 12390-2:2019 standard specifies the testing procedure for determining the compressive strength of hardened concrete. The test involves the following steps: bs en 12390-2:2019
C. They must be protected from shock, vibration, and moisture loss (e.g., covered with polyethylene sheeting). Final Curing
Apparatus & Equipment: Specifies the requirements for molds, compacting equipment (such as vibrating tables), and finishing tools like floats. Molds: Must be rigid, watertight, and non-absorbent
Introduction
BS EN 12390-2:2019 is the British adopted European standard titled: "Testing hardened concrete – Part 2: Making and curing specimens for strength tests." This standard superseded the previous 2009 version and provides the mandatory, legally referenced procedures for producing representative concrete test specimens (cubes, cylinders, and prisms) and curing them under controlled conditions before they are crushed or tested. Apparatus & Equipment : Specifies the requirements for
The standard provides a rigorous framework for preparing concrete test specimens, such as cubes, cylinders, and prisms, from fresh concrete. These specimens are later used to determine mechanical properties like compressive and flexural strength. Primary Focus