Stone Initiatives: Expert slip testing and dimension stone services. Adelaide-based slip resistance testing experts: Trusted and experienced. Stone Initiatives has wide experience in slip testing, both in product testing and litigation.
Our team can test for the slip resistance of your existing project on site, anywhere in Australia, or you can send surface samples to be slip tested in our NATA-accredited lab here in Adelaide. How is slip resistance tested? In Australia and New Zealand slip resistance is measured according to two different (but similar) standards, depending on whether the surface is new or existing. Stone Initiatives: Dimension Stone Testing and Evaluation. Make the most of your dimension stone resource.
Comprehensive testing and evaluation of all dimension stones provides data to determine the suitability of the stone for proposed uses. We are the only NATA-accredited laboratory in Australia that is dedicated to the testing and evaluation of dimension stone. Test programs can be compiled from a wide range of tests conforming to ASTM, European and Australian standard procedures. Tests include: Water Absorption – ASTM C97M-09Bulk Specific Gravity – ASTM C97M-09Compressive Strength – C170M-09Flexural Strength – ASTM C880M-09Modulus of Rupture – ASTM C99M-09Resistance to Salt Attack – AS/NZS 4456.10-2003Resistance to Acid AttackFreeze – Thaw Resistance – ISO 10545-12:1995Abrasion Resistance – ASTM C1353-09Dimensional StabilityCoefficient of Thermal Expansion. Stone Initiatives: Floor Finish Evaluation Services and Solutions. Our testing regimes and wide experience in floor finish evaluation enable us to provide customised solutions that match the right stone with the unique requirements of your project.
We’ll help you create a flawless finish. Serviceability – Fitness for Use An effective testing program will minimise the problems that can be involved with the use of dimension stone and other surfaces such as Terrazzo and ceramic tiles. Stone Initiatives: NATA-Accredited Ceramic Tile Testing. Our NATA-accredited one-stop testing and consulting service is an asset for the ceramic tile industry.
Work with us from the development of the ceramic tile, to the utilisation of the tile at the project level and beyond. Comprehensive testing and evaluation of ceramic tiles provides data to determine the suitability of the tile for proposed uses. Test programs can be compiled from a wide range of tests conforming to Australian standard procedures. Tests include:Water absorption, apparent porosity, apparent relative density and bulk density – AS 4459.3Modulus of rupture and breaking strength – AS 4459.4Impact resistance by measurement of coefficient of restitution – AS 4459.5Resistance to thermal shock – AS 4459.9Frost resistance – AS 4459.12Chemical & Stain Resistance (In-service) – SI-STAIN-13Chemical resistance – AS 4459.13Resistance to stains – AS 4459.14Small colour difference – AS 4459.16Slip Resistance – AS 4586:2013 & AS 4663:2013 For more tests see Summary of Our Capabilities.
Stone Initiatives: Specialising in Mortar Testing Services. We specialise in the analysis of historic coatings, mortar and cement products.
Testing and evaluation programs can be compiled from a wide range of tests conforming to standard procedures. Testing and evaluation of mortar and render samples provides data to not only determine the suitability of the sample for proposed uses, but also to enable us to compare and reproduce as closely as possible to the original mortar or render used, therefore faithfully conserving the heritage value of the building. Stone Initiatives assists owners, architects and conservators in developing the knowledge necessary to produce an informed conservation plan.
Stone Initiatives: Heritage Services, Conservation Planning. Heritage architecture, just like ageing humans, requires regular examination and maintenance to ensure optimal performance in its environment.
Our qualified, experienced team of multidisciplinary professionals can attend to the needs of your precious buildings and help produce an informed conservation plan. Restoring the past, sustaining the future The conservation of historic monuments and structures is important because it improves our environment, connects us to our heritage and adds to our sense of belonging. Stone Initiatives assists owners, architects and conservators in developing the knowledge necessary to produce an informed conservation plan. Why are conservation plans needed? Stone Initiatives: Failure Investigation and Expert Witness Services. We provide objective and independent Expert Witness services related to the selection, installation and use of stone products and related infrastructure.
Our testing is backed up by an externally audited quality-assurance system, providing added confidence in court. Stone Initiatives is a NATA Quality Accredited testing laboratory. The principal has over 20 years of experience in materials testing and failure analysis. We have provided expert reports for litigation related to:Building facade failuresCommercial and residential stone installation failuresDisputes related to the quality of supplied stone productsSlip/fall accidents.
Stone Initiatives: Dimension Stone Testing in Australia and Internationally. Testing and Evaluation Service There is no shortage of laboratories that can provide a report full of seemingly obscure numbers.
Stone Initiatives’ service benefits your business by evaluating the data to reveal the full potential of your product. Our reporting and evaluation is tailored to your needs. The report can include recommendations for possible uses and a market comparison, allowing you to focus your marketing for maximum results. Stone Initiatives: Get in Touch, Our Contact Details.