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AS 1012.1 1993

Australian Standard
Methods of testing concrete Method 1: Sampling of fresh concrete

PREFACE
This edition of this Standard was prepared by the Standards Australia Committee on Methods of Testing Concrete as part of its ongoing program to revise the AS 1012 series of Standards on the testing of concrete. It supersedes AS 1012.11981.

CONTENTS
Page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . REFERENCED DOCUMENTS DEFINITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . APPARATUS . . . . . . . . . . . . TEST SAMPLES . . . . . . . . . . SAMPLING LOCATIONS . . . SAMPLING PROCEDURE . . . MIXING THE TEST SAMPLE RECORDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 4 5

APPENDIX A VOLUMES OF CONCRETE REQUIRED FOR TESTS COVERED BY AS 1012 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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METHOD
1 SCOPE This Standard sets out the method for obtaining samples of freshly-mixed concrete (a) (b) (c) (d) directly from mixers; from agitator or non-agitator units; from concrete deposited in readiness for casting; and from concrete deposited in the forms.

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2 REFERENCED DOCUMENTS The following documents are referred to in this Standard: AS 1012 1012.3 1012.4 1012.5 1012.6 1012.8 1012.13 1012.16 1012.17 1012.18 1379 3 Methods of testing concrete Method 3: Methods for the determination of properties related to consistence of concrete Method 4: Methods for the determination of air content of freshly mixed concrete Method 5: Method for the determination of mass per unit volume of freshly mixed concrete Method 6: Methods for the determination of bleeding of concrete Method 8: Method for making and curing concrete compression, indirect tensile and flexure test specimens, in the laboratory or in the field Method 13: Determination of the drying shrinkage of concrete for samples prepared in the field or in the laboratory Method 16: Methods for the determination of creep of concrete cylinders in compression (metric units) Method 17: Methods for the determination of the static chord modulus of elasticity and Poissons ratio of concrete specimens Method 18: Method for the determination of setting time of fresh concrete, mortar and grout by penetration resistance (metric units) The specification and manufacture of concrete

DEFINITIONS For the purpose of this Standard, the definitions below apply.

3.1 Composite samplethree or more sample increments mixed in accordance with Clause 8. 3.2 Individual samplea single sample increment of the concrete. 3.3 Sample incrementthe basic unit of sampling. Sample increments are taken in approximately equal volumes so that three or more sample increments constitute a composite sample (see Clauses 4, 6 and 7). Each sample increment is not less than 0.005 m3 (5 L) of concrete. 4 4.1 APPARATUS Sample container A container of sufficient size to hold a sample increment.
NOTE: A 9 L bucket is commonly used.

4.2 Scoop A scoop, shovel or other receptacle used for sampling concrete, which shall have a capacity of not less than 1 L. 4.3
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Thermometer

A thermometer which measures with an accuracy of 1C.

4.4 (a) (b)

Mixing surface A mixing surface which shall contain the sample; and be smooth, clean and non-absorbent.
A square surface measuring 0.75 m 0.75 m with raised edges would be suitable.

Mixing surfaces shall be horizontal with a minimum surface area of 0.5 m2 .


NOTE:

Where wheelbarrows are used, they shall have a minimum capacity of 170 L (6 cu. ft.). 5 TEST SAMPLES The test sample shall be a composite sample, except that individual samples may be taken when (a) the batch volume being sampled is less than 1 m 3; or
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(b) unless otherwise specified in Clauses 7.3 and 7.4, the test is for consistence only. The volume of the composite sample shall be sufficient to carry out all the tests required, but in any case shall be not less than 0.015 m 3 (15 L) of concrete.
NOTE: Where the range of tests being conducted on the composite sample requires a volume of concrete greater than 0.015 m 3 (15 L), references may be made to Appendix A which tabulates minimum working volumes for each of the tests covered by this series of Standards.

6 SAMPLING LOCATIONS Representative samples of concrete shall be obtained as follows: (a) Central or work-site mixers: from the discharge. (b) Truck mixers and agitators: from the discharge. (c) Non-agitator units: prior to discharge. (d) Where sampling in accordance with Items (a), (b) or (c) is impracticable (e.g. concrete deposited in readiness for casting), sampling shall be carried out in such a manner as to obtain a representative sample from locations which have been agreed by all interested parties. The locations from which the samples were obtained shall be reported. 7 SAMPLING PROCEDURE

7.1 General Where sample increments are to be obtained using a scoop, no more than five scoops of concrete shall be used. The operation of taking the sample increments and mixing the composite sample shall be completed as quickly as possible. In no case shall the elapsed time between the commencement of taking the sample increments and the completion of mixing the composite sample exceed 20 min. 7.2 Sampling from central and work-site mixers, truck mixers and agitators by gradual discharge (e.g. chute) 7.2.1 Uninterrupted discharge The procedure for taking samples of concrete from central and work-site mixers, truck mixers and agitators by gradual discharge is as follows: (a) Do not take sample increments during the discharge of the first 0.2 m 3 or from the last 0.2 m 3 of the batch. (b) Take each sample increment by diverting the entire stream so that it discharges into a sample container or by using a scoop to otherwise obtain a representative sample of the concrete being discharged.
NOTE: The rate of discharge may be slowed in order to enable sampling of the entire discharge stream.
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(c) Do not regulate the rate of discharge to permit sampling by suppressing or diverting a part of the discharge stream. (d) Take three or more sample increments at regular intervals throughout the discharge period except that, from batches of 1 m 3 or less, take an individual sample at about the halfway point of discharge. Alternatively, where it can be shown that the mixer uniformity complies with AS 1379, three or more separate sample increments may be taken at any time during the discharge, provided Item (a) is complied with. 7.2.2 Sampling for consistence test only Where a batch is to be sampled for acceptance on a consistence-control basis, unless otherwise specified in Clause 7.3 or 7.4, an individual sample shall be obtained from the batch immediately after the discharge of the first 0.2 m3 of concrete.

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7.2.3 Slow discharge If it is expected that the time of discharge will exceed 30 min, the procedure is as follows: (a) Sample the discharge during the first 30 min in accordance with Clause 7.2.1 (see also the requirements in Clause 7.1). (b) If tests are required on the remainder of the discharge, separately sample the discharge for each subsequent 30 min, or part thereof, in accordance with Clause 7.2.1. 7.2.4 Terminated discharge Where the discharge of concrete from a mixer is terminated at a stage when insufficient sample increments are available to form the composite sample, take the required additional sample increments from the concrete at or adjacent to the placing point, in accordance with Clause 7.4 (see also the Note to Clause 7.2.5). 7.2.5 Interrupted discharge Where the discharge of concrete from a mixer is interrupted at a stage when insufficient sample increments are available to form the composite sample, take the required additional sample increments either from the concrete at or adjacent to the placing point in accordance with Clause 7.4, or discard any original sample increments and sample the subsequent discharge of the mixer in accordance with Clause 7.2.1.
NOTE: Situations which are not covered by Clauses 7.2.4 and 7.2.5 may occur on site. In these instances a sampling procedure should be used which will provide, within a reasonable period of time, a representative sample of the concrete concerned.

7.3 Sampling from non-agitator units Irrespective of the size of the batch, samples obtained from concrete transported in a non-agitator unit, including those samples required for consistence shall be (a) (b) composite samples; and obtained from three or more equally spaced points along the centre-line of the unit.

The top 100 mm of concrete in the unit shall not be incorporated into the sample. 7.4 Sampling from specified locations Irrespective of the size of the batch, all samples obtained from locations specified in Clause 6(d), including those required for consistence, shall be composite samples. Sample increments shall be taken from the concrete prior to any further handling or compaction. Care shall be taken to ensure that the concrete to be sampled remains completely representative, notwithstanding the effects of handling.
NOTES: 1 Concrete deposited in readiness for casting may not necessarily be representative of the concrete supplied. 2 If it is considered that handling, placing or compaction techniques are affecting the concrete to be sampled, the sample should be obtained from quantities of concrete deposited on a smooth, clean waterproof horizontal surface immediately adjacent to the forms.
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8 MIXING THE TEST SAMPLE To form each composite sample, the sample increments, obtained as set out in Clause 7, shall be mixed as follows: (a) (b) (c) (d) Moisten the mixing surface with a damp cloth prior to depositing the sample increments. Protect the mixing surface and the sample increments of concrete from adverse weather conditions such as hot sunshine, drying wind and rain. Mix the sample to ensure uniformity. Measure the temperature of the concrete sample to the nearest 1C by inserting a thermometer into a mix sample of approximately the volume of the slump cone (i.e. 6 L).
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Where individual samples are used they shall be remixed as set out above to obviate segregation prior to testing. 9 (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) RECORDS The following information concerning samples shall be recorded: Job site. Name of concrete supplier. Delivery docket or batch number. Date and time of sampling. Sampling point and location (see Clause 6). Sampling procedure, by reference to the appropriate subclause of Clause 7, including a statement of the number of sample increments constituting the composite sample and any procedure adopted under the provisions of Clauses 7.2.4 and 7.2.5. Sample identification number, if applicable. Location of concrete batch after placement (if this information is available). Weather conditions at time of sampling, including ambient air temperature, if available. Temperature of concrete sample. Where available, the following additional information: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (vi) (l) Class of concrete (i.e normal or special). Specified compressive strength. Slump. Maximum aggregate size. Special requirements (cement content, water/cement ratio). Name of sampler.

(g) (h) (i) (j) (k)

Reference to this Australian Standard, i.e. AS 1012.1.

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APPENDIX A

VOLUMES OF CONCRETE REQUIRED FOR TESTS COVERED BY AS 1012


(Informative) The volumes of concrete given in Column 2 of Table A1 are working volumes required to mould specimens used to carry out the applicable test method given in Column 1. The quantities have been determined to ensure that there will be a surplus after the specimens have been prepared. TABLE A1 MINIMUM WORKING VOLUMES
1 Test method of AS 1012
1012.3: Methods for the determinati on of propert ies related to the consistence of concrete: Method 1: Slump test Method 2: Compacti ng factor test Method 3: VEBE test Method 4: Compacti bili ty index Methods for the determinati on of air content of freshly mixed concrete: Method 1: Pressure method aggregate 40 mm aggregate >40 mm Method 2: Pressure method aggregate 40 mm aggregate >40 mm Method 3: Volumetr ic method Method for the determination of mass per unit volume of fr eshly mixed concrete Method for the determination of bleeding of concrete Method for making and curi ng concrete compression, indirect tensile and fl exure test specimens, in the laboratory or in the fi eld: Compression test: 100 mm 200 mm 150 mm 300 mm Indirect tensil e test Flexure test: 150 mm 150 mm 500 mm 100 mm 100 mm 350 mm Determination of the drying shrinkage of concrete for samples prepared in the fi eld or in the laboratory 75 mm 75 mm 280 mm Method for the determination of creep of concrete cyli nders in compression (metr ic units): Duplicate testing Tripli cate testing Methods for the determinati on of the static chord modulus of elasticit y and Poissons rati o of concrete specimens Method for the determination of sett ing time of fr esh concrete, mort ar and grout by penetr ation resistance (metri c units)

2 Volume, m3 (L)

0.006 0.010 0.006 0.006

(6) (10) (6) (6)

1012.4:

0.006 (6) 0.010 (10) 0.006 0.010 0.003 0.015 (6) (10) (3) (15)

1012.5: 1012.6: 1012.8:

0.016 (16)

0.002 0.006 0.006 0.015 0.005

(2) number of specimens (6) number of specimens (6) number of specimens (15) number of specimens (5) number specimens

1012.13:

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0.006 (6) (for 3 specimens)

1012.16:

1012.17:

0.036 (36) number of test conditi ons 0.054 (54) number of test conditi ons 0.018 (18) (in addit ion to the specimen requir ed by AS 1012.8) 0.012 (12) (for 2 specimens)

1012.18:

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This Austr alian Standard was prepared by Commit tee BD/42, Methods of Testing Concrete. It was approved on behalf of the Council of Standards Australi a on 19 Apri l 1993 and publi shed on 12 July 1993.

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First publi shed as AS A100 1957. Second editi on 1967. Revised and redesignated AS 1012.1 1971. Second editi on 1981. Thir d editi on 1993.

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