What is Cylinder Capping Equipment?

Cylinder Capping Equipment is used to flatten and prepare the ends of concrete test cylinders before compressive strength testing. Proper capping eliminates surface irregularities and helps ensure that the applied load is distributed evenly across the specimen during testing.

This preparation process improves testing accuracy and reduces the risk of premature failure caused by uneven specimen surfaces.

Features of BESMAK Cylinder Capping Equipment

• Designed for flattening cylindrical concrete specimen surfaces
• Compatible with 75 mm, 100 mm and 150 mm diameter cylinders
• Robust and durable construction
• Easy specimen positioning
• Provides accurate and repeatable capping results
• Compact laboratory design
• Weight: 12 kg
• Dimensions: 210 × 190 × 240 mm
• Suitable for routine quality control and research laboratories

Applications of Cylinder Capping Equipment

Cylinder Capping Equipment is widely used in:

• Concrete testing laboratories
• Construction material testing centers
• Ready-mix concrete plants
• Universities and research institutes
• Civil engineering laboratories
• Infrastructure and transportation projects
• Quality control laboratories

Why Proper Cylinder Capping is Important

Uneven specimen surfaces can lead to inaccurate compressive strength measurements. Proper capping helps:

• Improve load alignment
• Increase test repeatability
• Minimize testing errors
• Meet international testing standards
• Ensure reliable compressive strength results

For laboratories performing concrete compression tests, specimen preparation is just as important as the testing process itself.

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Compliance with International Standards

BESMAK Cylinder Capping Equipment is manufactured to support testing procedures according to:

• EN 12390-3
• ASTM C31
• ASTM C192
• ASTM C617
• AASHTO T32
• TS 126

These standards define specimen preparation and testing requirements for concrete strength evaluation.

Complete Concrete Testing Solutions

BESMAK provides a complete range of Concrete Testing Equipment for specimen preparation, curing and compressive strength determination.

For a complete laboratory solution, this equipment can be used together with:

• Concrete Compression Testing Machines
• Capping Compound Melting Pots
• Concrete Curing Tanks
• Concrete Mixer Equipment
• Slump Cone Test Equipment
• Concrete Flow Table
• Air Entrainment Meter
• Concrete Test Hammer
• Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Tester

Why Choose BESMAK?

With more than 30 years of experience in material testing equipment manufacturing, BESMAK supplies reliable laboratory testing solutions to customers in more than 75 countries worldwide.

Benefits include:

• High manufacturing quality
• International standards compliance
• Durable construction
• Technical support
• Worldwide export experience
• Complete laboratory testing solutions

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is Cylinder Capping Equipment used for?

Cylinder Capping Equipment is used to flatten and prepare the ends of concrete test cylinders before compressive strength testing.

Why is cylinder capping necessary?

Capping creates smooth and level specimen surfaces, ensuring even load distribution and accurate test results.

Which cylinder sizes can be prepared?

The BESMAK system is suitable for 75 mm, 100 mm and 150 mm diameter concrete cylinders.

Which standards are supported?

The equipment supports testing procedures according to EN 12390-3, ASTM C31, ASTM C192, ASTM C617, AASHTO T32 and TS 126.

Can this equipment be used with compression testing machines?

Yes. Cylinder Capping Equipment is commonly used before testing specimens in Concrete Compression Testing Machines.