THE Ministry of Infrastructure Development Construction Material Laboratory is grateful for the timely support of Reeves International Construction Company for the funding of crucial calibration for essential machinery.
The calibration was applied to two Universal Compressive Testing Machines (UTMs), instrumental to assess the mechanical properties of various materials, including steels, concrete, and aggregate crushing failure. These machines have reached their expiration date; this timely support is vital, particularly in light of several significant construction projects currently underway across the country.
The Acting Director of Transport Infrastructure Management Services and Deputy Director of Quality Assurance at the lab, Ishmael Alulu, expressed gratitude to Reeves Envico for their generous gesture.
“All technical professionals within the construction sector should take note of these machines, as our concrete testing operations are now calibrated, and all results conform to ISO Laboratory standards,” he stated.
Additionally, he announced that a newly acquired Los Angeles (LA) abrasion test machine has undergone rigorous tests and is certified for use. The LA machine plays a crucial role in determining the hardness and abrasion resistance of aggregates, which are essential components for sealing aggregate, concrete, and asphalt production.
“From now on, our team can conduct quality testing for construction material using these machines.
Reeves Envico, an international firm with a strong track record in infrastructure construction, has completed numerous major projects in the country, including the Honiara Multi-Purpose Hall, three bridges on the West Kwara’ae/North Malaita Road under the Solomon Islands Road and Aviation Project (SIRAP 1), and the current Naha Birthing and Urban Health Centre in East Honiara.
