Materials Testing
At Nichols, we understand that the success of your project depends on the quality and reliability of the materials and processes involved. Our materials testing laboratory allows us to uphold the highest standards of testing, providing you with the data and insights necessary to make informed decisions and achieve project success.
Enhanced Materials Testing and Consulting Services
We are proud to continue our tradition of excellence in environmental and civil/geotechnical consulting, now with enhanced capabilities in materials testing. Our team of experienced professionals is ready to assist you with your next project, offering the expertise and precision you need from the ground up. Nichols is accredited with the Canadian Council of Independent Laboratories (CCIL) to provide materials testing for civil and geotechnical engineering projects. Nichols has also obtained the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) license to carry, store and use portable nuclear gauges for compaction testing. These certifications underline our commitment to providing the highest quality in materials testing and engineering services.
Our materials testing lab will support the following services in various phases of construction:
- Foundation, base inspection, and monitoring: Ensuring that your foundation meets the required specifications and will stand the test of time.
- Pile installation inspection and testing: Ensuring that the deep foundation components of your project meet all specifications, safety, and performance standards.
- Soil and aggregate compaction inspection and testing: Using advanced methods to assess and confirm placed and compacted soil and aggregate meet project specifications.
- Standard Proctors, hydrometer analysis, and Atterberg Limit testing: Critical soil and aggregate testing services that provide detailed insights into soil properties and behavior.
- Field concrete testing and inspection, concrete placement monitoring, and laboratory compressive strength testing: Comprehensive services to ensure the integrity and durability of placed concrete.