Concrete Test Hammer & Rebound Hammer

• Various models with different impact energies to cover a wide range of applications
• Proven durability and quality compared with low cost copies
• Established Proceq Swiss Made accuracy and reliability

• Pendulum type rebound system
• Large, half circular scale with high resolution
• Two different plunger types adopted to the different applications

• Assessment of light weight concrete, gypsum boards and fresh concrete
• Assessment of the mortar quality of joints in brickwork

Ectha 1000 Concrete Test Hammer allows to carry out qualitative analysis of the concrete at site to estimate its mechanical properties. The Sclerometric survey is based on the measurement of the surface hardness of the material, in terms of “Rebound Index”. This investigation is a Non Destructive Testing since it avoids causing damage to the structures and lets you know surface hardness of the concrete cover.

Reliability:
All DRC products are constantly subjected to rigorous quality control, from concept to fabrication, to testing. Thanks to the engagement of DRC R&D team in collaborating with the prestigious Italian and International Universities; Ectha 1000 confirms to be one of the most safe and efficient instrument among the Non Destructive Testing.

Ergonomics And Sustainability:
DRC carefully selects its suppliers according to its quality standards and environmental impact. The materials which are being produce the Ectha 1000 test hammers are the best available in the market. The instrument is made of a grip rubberized plastic to improve ergonomics and protect in case of accidental impacts. Ectha 1000 mechanical test hammer is entirely made in Italy.

Fields Of Applications:

• Control of the concrete uniformity in each part of the structure.
• Evaluation of the concrete mechanical properties through the use of the correlation curves.
• To check the changes of the concrete properties in over time.
• To check the check of the concrete properties during construction and in final testing.

Accessories:

• Abrasion Stone
• Plastic Case for Stone
• Template 0 x 30
• Marking Pencil
• Fenofthalein solution - 250ml
• Paper Note (To write down the readings from the rebound hammer)
• Operating Manual
• Calibration certificate
• IP67 Rigid Carrying Case

Note: Instrument comes with the manufacturer's standard warranty for 24 months from the date of billing.

The Silver Schmidt Concrete Test Hammer is the first integrated concrete test hammer featuring true rebound value and unmatched repeatability. Two factors contribute to the improved performance of this concrete test hammer over its predecessors:

• Velocity based detection of the rebound quotient.
• The lightweight hybrid design of the impact plunger is made from aerospace alloy, matched to the elastic properties of the concrete and equipped with a hardness steel cap

Independent validation testing by BAM (Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing, Germany) has shown the Silver Schmidt ST/PC to have less dispersion than the classical concrete test hammer over the entire range. The unique design and high quality construction of the concrete test hammer Silver Schmidt ST/PC makes rebound hammer testing quicker and more accurate than ever before.

Features:

• Silver Schmidt is angle free.
• Has storing option.
• Light weight and has a long battery life.
• Comes with HammerLink Software for reporting and to have a custom curve development.
• Online upgradation of firmware is possible.
• Presetting like defining the curve; defining the number of impacts per series; setting of
• carbonation depths ( for old structures) and reviewing the tests done is possible.
• Time and date stamp of tests are included in the report.

This instrument, with all the above features makes the engineer more comfortable to assess / estimate the compressive strength of concrete, no matter whether it is a new or old structure; thus it could find it's use almost virtually every where, such as in industries (to routinely check the factory installations), Chimneys, dams, culverts, bridges, over head tanks, buildings, Railway bridges, Metro Bridges, Airports etc.   

Schmidt hammers by Proceq, the inventor of rebound hammer technology, have long been the global benchmark for non-destructive compressive strength estimation, and make it possible to drastically reduce the need for concrete coring.

Your Benefits :

• Strength estimation at a fraction of the cost and lead time and without the mess of coring 
• Comprehensive mobile apps and web-based functionality enhancing productivity 
• Light and strong fiber-reinforced shell 
• Powered by flight-safe AAA batteries 
• Dual displays: analog and backlit digital
• All mechanical components are Original Schmidt components to ensure durability and standards compatibility

• Uniformity testing of concrete (Type N)
• Compressive strength estimation; concrete: 10 to 70 N/mm2/ 1450 to 10152 psi (Type N)
• Screening of concrete to identify coring locations (Type N)
• In-situ rock testing on massive rock (Type N)
• Concrete testing on thin (less than 100 mm thick) samples (Type L)
• Rock testing on cores according to ASTM D5873 (Type L)
• Hardness testing of paper rolls (Type L)
• Normal concrete strength estimation
• Concrete uniformity testing
• Uniformity testing
• In-situ strength estimation
• Custom correlation to compressive strength
• Fresh concrete strength estimation

The Analog Rebound Hammer & Original Schmidt Hammer is a device to measure the elastic properties or strength of concrete or rock. Each rebound hammer is built for a different purpose in order to meet the specific needs of the customer.

Proceq invented the world’s first and now most widely used equipment for analyzing concrete strength properties, the Original Schmidt. This rebound hammer is available in models with different impact energies, each designed for a specific test application.

The SilverSchmidt ST/PC is the latest generation of rebound hammer combining the ground breaking features of the OriginalSchmidt with the best of today’s technology. It’s the first integrated rebound hammer featuring true rebound value and unmatched repeatability.

Besides showing the basic settings on the included display unit, the rebound hammer DigiSchmidt offers the transmission of the measured data to a standard printer or to a PC. The window based software ProVista allows downloading, presenting and editing of the measured values in a fast and easy way. This rebound hammer is menu-guided in different languages.

The rebound hammer meets the customers'' needs for in-situ measurement of concrete quality and compressive strength.

Ectha Pro Digital Rebound Hammer has a simple and intuitive navigation menu. By simply sliding the cursor, you have access to all the options, you need to set campaign investigation options including the impact mode (single or average), type of correlation curve and the main elements for identifying the test station. By connecting Ectha PRO to your computer with the USB cable supplied with the instrument, and simply selecting the USB command from the navigation menu, you can export all the data previously obtained and recorded into an xls file.

Bluetooth:

One of the main new differences between Ectha PRO and previous model is the Bluetooth system provided. The system allows interaction with the Ectha R App (free download from Google Play) which enables automatic recording of the bounce rate values obtained in situ and their immediate printing through the use of mini BT portable printer (optional).

Reliability:

DRC’s over thirty years of experience in the production of test hammers guarantees measurements with the highest precision and reliability. The implementation of the electronic board and the new feeding system allow for greater and improved job autonomy.

Ergonomics & Sustainability:

Produced entirely in Italy with carefully selected materials and low environmental impact, Ectha PRO has an attractive and functional shape that allows easy use in situ. The new handle made of innovative materials has passed the crash test which it underwent, ensuring the functionality of the tool even in the event of accidental knocks or falls. Ectha PRO is equipped with a new rigid case model IP67.

Field Of Application:

• Control of the concrete uniformity in each part of the structure.
• Evaluation of how the concrete properties change in time
• Evaluation of the concrete mechanical properties through the use of the correlation curves
• In test, verification of the concrete properties during construction
• DRC’s over thirty years of experience in the production of test hammers guarantees measurements with the highest precision and reliability.
• The implementation of the electronic board and the new feeding system allow for greater and improved job autonomy.

Schmidt hammers by Proceq, the inventor of rebound hammer technology, have long been the global benchmark for non-destructive compressive strength estimation. Silver Schmidt OS8200 is as accurate, reliable, and versatile as ever — and now, connected, thanks to its optical measurement technology paired with digital productivity featues and user-friendly mobile apps.

Our patented optical technology delivers compressive strength measurements with a higher range and far lower dispersion than any classical erbound hammer; and our versatile connectivity increases operator productivity and makes instantaneous reporting possible, from anywhere, anytime.

• Fresh concrete strength estimation
• Normal concrete strength estimation
• High strength concrete strength estimation
• Concrete uniformity testing
• Custom correlation to compressive strength
• Low strength (<5 Mpa) concrete testing
• In-situ rock testing on massive rock (Type N)
• Concrete testing on thin (less than 100 mm thick) samples (Type L)
• Rock testing on cores according to ASTM D5873 (Type L)
• Hardness testing of paper rolls (Type L)
• Compressive strength estimation; concrete: 10 to 70 N/mm2/ 1450 to 10152 psi (Type N)
• Screening of concrete to identify coring locations (Type N)
• Uniformity testing of concrete (Type N)
• Paper: Type L