In our industry, not all materials testing labs have specific accreditations. That’s why, when choosing a partner for your pavement engineering and testing needs, it’s important to do your research. Those with certain certifications will most likely be more invested in the quality of your materials – with more reliable test data and technical competence – thus ensuring the longevity of your project.
We discuss two important certifications to keep an eye out for when selecting the right team for materials testing services in California:
AASHTO Resource
The AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP) formally recognizes the competency of thousands of testing laboratories to perform specific tests on construction materials. In addition to being the largest accrediting body in the construction materials industry, the AAP is also the most widely accepted. With the global COVID-19 pandemic impacting all operations, G3 recently partnered with AASHTO Resource to successfully complete a fully virtual remote laboratory assessment.
Please visit the www.aashtoresource.org website to view the accreditation scopes for G3 Quality’s Cerritos and Redlands laboratories.
USACE
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers validates laboratories to perform testing related to concrete, souls, asphalts, and aggregates. The USACE MTC, or Materials Testing Center, is the only agency authorized to validate commercial laboratories to work for the Corps of Engineers. There are specific requirements through the MTC that must be met and confirmed before validation is granted. This authorizes the laboratory to perform testing on US Army Corps of Engineers projects.
Please visit USACE MTC to view G3 Quality’s current lab validations.
Partner With the Materials Testing Experts
At G3, our laboratories maintain quality by adhering to the requirements specified by ASTM and AASHTO quality standards. Furthermore, all three of our laboratories are certified with Caltrans in order to perform both Q/C or Q/A projects. Each lab maintains accreditations through various laboratory accreditation bodies and is strategically located to better serve your testing needs. In addition, we have a fleet of eight mobile laboratories and employ some of the most experienced and seasoned Caltrans and ACI certified materials testers.
At G3 Quality, we are industry leaders who are always embracing change and excellence. We are an elite team of engineers and professionals who provide world-class quality management, pavement engineering, materials design, construction inspection, and testing on infrastructure projects throughout California and the Western United States.
To learn more about how G3 Quality can contribute knowledge, expertise, consulting, and professional services to your project, contact us.