Services – RMQC

Our Services

We offer a comprehensive suite of testing services designed to meet the diverse needs of the construction industry, helping you stay on schedule, on budget, and compliant with all regulations.

Geotechnical Testing and Analysis

Understanding the conditions of the ground beneath your construction project is critical for ensuring the integrity of your structures. Our geotechnical testing services provide in-depth insight into soil behavior, composition, and stability. These insights allow engineers to design the safest and most efficient foundations.

Soil Classification and Testing: We perform a variety of tests on soil composition, compaction, and permeability to ensure the ground is suitable for building. This helps in designing safe foundations and understanding load-bearing capacities.

Subsurface Exploration & Sampling: Through boreholes, drilling, and sampling, we provide critical data on subsurface conditions, groundwater levels, and potential geohazards.

Pavement Analysis: We test soil and asphalt properties for road construction, ensuring durability under heavy traffic and extreme conditions.

Foundation Recommendations: Based on our geotechnical testing, we provide specific recommendations for foundation types, including deep foundations, slab-on-grade, and pile foundations.

Materials Testing

Quality materials are essential to the integrity of any construction project. Rocky Mountain QC offers detailed testing and analysis of a variety of materials to ensure they meet industry standards.

Concrete Testing: Concrete is the foundation of most construction projects, and we provide comprehensive testing of concrete’s strength, mix design, and workability. We test for compressive strength, workability, air content, slump, and more to ensure your concrete meets the necessary requirements for durability and performance.

Fresh Concrete Testing: We perform tests like slump tests, temperature checks, and air content measurements to ensure that the concrete mix is correct before pouring.

Hardened Concrete Testing: Includes compressive strength tests, modulus of elasticity, and other tests to confirm the durability and quality of the concrete once it has hardened.

Asphalt Testing: Asphalt is a critical material for roads, driveways, and parking lots. Our testing evaluates asphalt mix design, compaction, and performance. We ensure the asphalt meets required standards to withstand heavy traffic, temperature fluctuations, and environmental conditions. We test:

Asphalt Mix Design: Ensuring the right proportions of aggregates, bitumen, and other additives for durability and strength.

Density and Compaction: We test the density and compaction of the asphalt layers to make sure they will stand up to heavy loads and wear over time.

Soil Testing: Proper soil compaction is essential for foundation stability. We provide testing for various soil types to determine their bearing capacity, compaction, and moisture content. Testing includes:

California Bearing Ratio (CBR): Assesses the soil’s strength to support the load of structures and pavements.

Granular Material Testing: Ensures the right composition of sand, gravel, and other materials for construction foundations.

Steel Testing & Inspection: From tensile strength to weld inspection, we provide comprehensive testing of steel components to ensure they meet structural integrity standards.

Masonry & Grout Testing: We assess mortar, grout, and masonry units to verify compliance with building codes and ensure the durability of masonry structures.

Environmental Testing and Compliance

At Rocky Mountain QC, we understand the importance of environmental responsibility. Our environmental testing services help construction projects comply with regulations and minimize their environmental impact.

Soil Contamination Testing: We detect pollutants like heavy metals and organic contaminants in the soil, ensuring construction sites meet environmental health standards.

Groundwater Quality Testing: We analyze groundwater for contaminants to prevent pollution of local water supplies during construction activities.

Air Quality Monitoring: We monitor airborne pollutants, particulate matter, and VOCs during construction to ensure compliance with air quality regulations.

Hazardous Material Identification: We inspect building materials for hazardous substances such as lead, asbestos, or mold, ensuring safe demolition and renovation practices.

Stormwater Management & Testing: We assess and manage stormwater runoff to minimize environmental harm and ensure your site complies with regulatory guidelines.

Quality Assurance and Site Inspections

Quality assurance (QA) testing is essential for ensuring that construction activities comply with project specifications, safety standards, and industry regulations. Our quality assurance services include:

On-Site Inspections: Our experienced team performs routine site inspections to identify any issues early and ensure that all work complies with safety codes, environmental regulations, and project specifications.

Subsurface Exploration: We use advanced geophysical techniques to conduct detailed subsurface investigations and evaluate soil profiles, groundwater conditions, and other geotechnical factors.

Structural Inspections: We perform periodic structural inspections, checking for critical issues like cracks, shifting, and other signs of structural weakness that could compromise your project.

Material Inspections: We conduct inspections of incoming materials to verify that they meet required specifications and quality standards before being used on-site.

Specialized Testing Services

We offer a range of specialized testing services for more complex projects, including:

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Our NDT methods allow us to inspect materials and structures without causing any damage. We use technologies like ultrasonic testing, radiography, and infrared thermography to detect internal flaws and weaknesses.

Geophysical Surveys: We offer advanced geophysical surveys to investigate subsurface conditions, detect anomalies, and inform construction planning.

Vibration & Noise Monitoring: We monitor vibration and noise levels during construction to ensure compliance with local regulations and minimize disruptions to surrounding communities.

Structural Health Monitoring: We use sensors and monitoring equipment to assess the ongoing performance of structures, detecting issues like shifting, cracking, or material fatigue.

Stormwater Management & Testing: We assess and manage stormwater runoff to minimize environmental harm and ensure your site complies with regulatory guidelines.