Committee C09 On Concrete and Concrete Aggregates IN ROLLER COMPACTED CONCERETE

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1 April 2014
Committee C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates

Subcommittee C09.45 on Roller-Compacted Concrete
Research Report: C09-1043
Ruggedness Study for ASTM C1170/1170M - Test Method for Determining

Consistency and Density of Roller-Compacted Concrete Using a Vibrating Table
Technical contact:
Dennis Clute
USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service
501 W. Felix St, Bldg. 23
Fort Worth, Texas 76115, USA
dennis.clute@ftw.usda.gov
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1. Introduction:
Ruggedness Study 901 was conducted to analyze the effects of seven factors on the precision of
C1170/C1170M - Determining Consistency and Density of Roller-Compacted Concrete Using a Vibrating
Table. The study was also conducted to establish a temporary precision statement for the standard.
48 tests were conducted in accordance with C1170/C1170M with replicate tests conducted on 24 different
RCC mixtures. The seven factors evaluated were: 1 surcharge mass, 2 elapsed time from mixing to testing,
3 mix proportioning, 4 cementitious materials, 5 aggregate angularity, 6 nominal maximum aggregate size,
and 7 absence or presence of air entrainment. Some information on single-operator precision was obtained.
The lab program was conducted in conjunction with testing to evaluate the ruggedness of two other
standards (C1435/C1435M and a new draft standard for measuring air content and density using the C231
apparatus and the C1435/C1435M compaction hammer) the results of which are reported in in separate
research reports.
2. Test Method:
The Test Method used for this ILS is C1170/C1170M. To obtain a copy of C1170/C1170M, go to ASTM’s
website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service by phone at 610-832-9585 (8:30 a.m. - 4:30
p.m. Eastern U.S. Standard Time, Monday through Friday) or by email at service@astm.org.
3. Participating Laboratory:
The following laboratory participated in this ruggedness study:
Fall Line Testing & Inspection, LLC 460 East 76th Avenue
Building 4, Unit C
Denver, Colorado 80229, USA
www.falllinetesting.com
4. Description of Samples:
Materials used for this study were the ingredients typically used for making RCC mixtures. Material quality
was specified according to the standards annotated in the table below. Material data sheets for all materials
(except water and cement) are included in Annex A.
Water was obtained from the city’s potable water supply. No data is provided.
Cement (42 kg (92.6 lb.) sacks of Holcim Portland Type I, II) was obtained from a local home improvement
store.
The air-entraining agent (AEA) was specified to be “1) synthetic detergents having a chemical description
of alkyl-aryl sulfonates and sulfates (e.g., sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate) or 2) wood derived acid salts
(e.g. Vinsol resin) having a chemical description of alkali or alkanolamine salt of a mixture of tricyclic
acids, phenolics, and terpenes.”. The AEA was specified based on discussion with Jim Hinds and Steve
Tatro. Both Mr. Hinds and Mr. Tatro retired from employment with the United States Army Corps of
Engineers. They stated that, while working for USACE, they were successful entraining air with either of
these types of AEA in RCC mixed in a pugmill.
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MATERIALS QUALITY TABLE
Material Type or Class Quality Standard
Portland Cement Type I or II ASTM C150
Fly Ash Class F ASTM C618
Fine Aggregate ASTM C33
Coarse Aggregate ASTM C33
Water ASTM C94
Air-Entraining Agent (AEA) ASTM C260
5. Interlaboratory Study Instructions

Laboratory participants were emailed the test program instructions. For a copy of the instructions, please
see Annex A.
6. Description of Equipment/Apparatus1:
For information on the equipment/apparatus used by each laboratory, please see Annex A.
7. Data Report Forms:

A copy of the data report forms are provided in Annex A with completed forms in Annex B.
8. Statistical Data Summary:

A summary of the statistics calculated from the data returned by the participating laboratories is provided in
Annex B and in 10. Analysis of Variance.
9. Precision and Bias Statement:

The practice described in ASTM 1067 and employed in this research is not intended to provide information
on multi-laboratory precision, but it does provide some information on single-operator precision, which has
been used to develop the following temporary repeatability statement.
xx.1.2.1 Consistency - The single-operator standard deviation has been found to be 3.7sA for
mixtures with Vebe consistencies below 20s and 8.7sA for mixtures with Vebe consistencies above
20s. Therefore, results of two properly conducted tests by the same operator on the same material
are not expected to differ from each other by more than 10s for mixtures with Vebe consistencies
below 20s and 24s for mixtures with Vebe consistencies above 20s.
xx.1.2.2 Density - The single-operator standard deviation has been found to be 8.0 kg/m3 [0.5
lb/ft3]A for mixtures with Vebe consistencies below 20s, 11.2 kg/m3 [0.7 lb/ft3]A for mixtures with
Vebe consistencies over the range from 20s to 30s, and 14.4 kg/m3 [0.9 lb/ft3]A for mixtures with
Vebe consistencies above 30s. Therefore, results of two properly conducted tests by the same
operator on the same material are not expected to differ from each other by more than 20.8 kg/m3
[1.3 lb/ft3] for mixtures with Vebe consistencies below 20s, 32.0 kg/m3 [2.0 lb/ft3] for mixtures
with Vebe consistencies over the range from 20s to 30s, and 41.6 kg/m3 [2.6 lb/ft3] for mixtures
with Vebe consistencies above 30s.
1
The equipment listed was used to develop a precision statement for C1170-14. This listing is not an endorsement or
certification by ASTM International.
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A
These numbers represent, respectively, the [1s] and [d2s] limits as described in ASTM
Practice C670, for Preparing Precision Statements for Test Methods for Construction
Materials.
xx.2. Bias – The test method has no bias because the values determined can be defined only in
terms of the test method.
10. Analysis of Variance:

The practice described in ASTM 1067-12 and employed in this research evaluates the effects of
seven factors (A through G) on the results of a test. It only estimates the main effects of the factors
and does not detect the effects of interactions among factors. C1170/C1170M yields two results:
1) the Vebe consistency in seconds and 2) the density of the concrete.
The analysis results in a number for each factor evaluated. This number, termed the “F statistic”, is
designated Ff, for f = A through G. If Ff is greater than 5.32, the factor f (A through G) has a
statistically significant effect. If Ff is shown to be NS it has a value of less than or equal to 5.32 and
has no statistically significant effect.
The results of the ANOVA are shown in the tables and further discussed below.
C1170 Consistency
Summary of F Values for All Laboratories, All Materials, and All Factors
Coarse
Average Surcharge Elapsed Cementitious Air
Proportioning Aggregate NMSA
Material Consistency Mass Time Materials Entrainment
Shape
Seconds FA FB FC FD FE FF FG
A 19 NS NS NS NS NS NS 35.20
B 31 NS NS 19.83 NS NS NS NS
C 47 NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
C1170 Density
Table 17 Summary of F Values for All Laboratories, All Materials, and All Factors
Coarse
Material Density Mass Time Materials
Shape
Entrainment
pcf FA FB FC FD FE FF FG
A 149.5 8.39 NS 130.39 NS 285.02 159.29 509.16
B 150.5 NS NS 6.60 NS 95.33 28.22 158.03
C 148.6 51.29 15.28 86.73 17.84 208.95 68.29 18.74
FA – Apparatus Mass
Procedure A requires a 50 lb surcharge and Procedure B a 27.5 lb surcharge.
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The apparatus mass had no significant effect on the precision of the consistency test for any of the three
materials. A previously unpublished study by the US Bureau of Reclamation (USBOR) showed apparatus
mass to have a significant effect for mixtures with Vebe consistencies below 20s and for mixtures above
30s. The study showed that for mixtures with Vebe consistencies over the range from 20s to 30s there was
very little difference in the Vebe consistency test results when tested with either surcharge mass. The
study was reported in a memorandum to C09.45 Chairman Wayne Adaska on November 21, 2003 from
C09.45 Task Group Leader Tim Dolen of the USBOR. Additional analysis is recommended to verify the
effect of mix consistency on the variation in C1170 consistency test results.
Apparatus mass had a slightly significant effect on the variation of density results of mixtures with Vebe
consistencies below 20s and for mixtures with Vebe consistencies above 30s the effect was significant.
For mixtures with Vebe consistencies over the range from 20s to 30s the effect was insignificant.
C1170 currently requires Procedure B be used for mixtures with Vebe consistencies below 20s and
Procedure A be used for mixtures with Vebe consistencies above 30s. For mixtures with Vebe
consistencies over the range from 20s to 30s, C1170 allows the use either of the two procedures. No
change is recommended.
Future studies to obtain precision data for C1170 should be designed to report the precision of three
separate materials as defined within this ruggedness study.
FB – Elapsed Time
The elapsed time between mix discharge and testing was an insignificant factor in the variation of
consistency test results for any of the three materials and an insignificant factor in variation of density test
results for Materials A and B. It was a slightly significant factor in the variation of density test results for
Material C. This factor was chosen because it is anticipated that a future effort to study test precision will
benefit from having at least 30 minutes to perform the tests needed to generate the data for the analysis.
Concrete specifications generally require testing be completed no later than 15 minutes after sampling, but
for RCC this study indicates the allotted time for testing may be expanded to 30 minutes.
Future consideration may be given to allowing 30 minutes from the time of sampling to complete C1170
testing; however, that was not the intent when we chose elapsed time as one of the 11 factors and the
typical 15 minute time allotted from testing to sampling has not been reported to the subcommittee as
posing any problems.
FC – Proportioning
The mix was proportioned to be lean (300 lb of cementitious material per cubic yard) or rich (450 lb of
cementitious material per cubic yard). (Note that these proportions were chosen to ensure that there would
be enough paste in the mixes to form a mortar ring around the surcharge. These proportions should not be
viewed as typical proportions for RCC mixtures.) Proportioning had a slightly significant effected on the
variation of consistency test results of Material B, but had an insignificant effect for Materials A and C.
Proportioning had a significant effect on the variation of density test results for Materials A and C and a
slightly significant effect on the variation of density test results for Material B.
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It is recommended that any lab program designed to further study precision of C1170 density test results
be designed to report density test value precision of a lean mix separate from that of a rich mix.
FD – Cementitious Material (CM)
The original lab program called for some mixes to include only Portland cement for the cementitious
material (CM) and some to have only Class F fly ash as the CM. This would allow an analysis of the
effect of CM on the variation in the results. Since compressive strength was to be tested, the lab program
was modified to have some cement in all of the mixes. The CM was a ratio of either 25:75 cement to fly
ash (by weight) or 75:25. Varying the ratio of cement to fly ash had an insignificant effect on the
variation of consistency test results for all three materials and an insignificant effect on the density of
Materials A and B. It only had a slightly significant effect on the variation of density test results for
Material C.
Since the ratio of cement to fly ash appears not to be a significant factor, further studies may use 100%
Class F fly ash for the cementitious component. This will allow one relatively large mix to be
proportioned and moisture adjusted over a relatively long period of time with no variability in consistency
or density that would otherwise be caused by cement hydration.
FE – Coarse Aggregate Shape
The coarse aggregate shape (rounded or angular) had no significant effect on the variation of consistency
test results of any of the materials, but did have a significant effect on the variation of density results for
all of the materials tested.
When studying precision of density tests made according to C1170, reporting the density value precision
of the angular aggregate separate from that of the rounded aggregate may be prudent.
FF – Nominal Maximum Size Aggregate
Changing the NMSA had no significant effect on the variation of consistency test results of any of the
materials, but did have a significant effect on the variation of density results for all of the materials tested.
When studying precision of density test made according to C1170/C1170M, studying precision values for
various NMSA should be considered.
FG – Air Entrainment
Air entrainment was included as a factor because it is needed in the evaluation of the proposed test
standard for measuring air content and density; it was not a factor that was deemed necessary to study the
precision of C1170/C1170M. The presence of air entraining agent (AEA) had a significant effect on the
variation in both consistency and density results of Material A and of the density results of Materials B
and C.
It is recommended that any lab program designed to further study precision of consistency and density of
specimens made per C1170/C1170M be designed to report precision of A/E mixtures separate from that of
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non-A/E mixtures or only report precision of non-A/E mixtures since this is the more common type of
RCC mixture.
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Annex A:
Annex A: Laboratory Instructions and Worksheets

For
ASTM Subcommittee C09.45 Ruggedness Study for
Ruggedness and Precision of
ASTM C1170/1170M-08 - Test Method for Determining Consistency

and Density of Roller-Compacted Concrete Using a Vibrating Table
Contents of Annex A
Attachment A – Study Synopsis

Attachment B – Study Agenda
Attachment C – Mix Designs
Attachment D – Test Apparatuses

Attachment E – Laboratory Instructions
Attachment F – Operator and Test Apparatus Information Worksheet
Attachment G – Data Reporting Worksheet
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Annex A - Attachment A
Study Synopsis
The lab will test a total of 24 batches of concrete (a little more than 300 lbs. per batch or approximately
two cubic feet per batch). These batches will be divided into three groups according to their Vebe
consistency as follows:
1. Group A shall have a consistency less than 20 seconds.

2. Group B shall have a consistency ranging from 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Group C shall have a consistency greater than 30 seconds.
This study is being conducted to evaluate the ruggedness of three standards, the results for only one of
the three standards is being reported in this research report; the results for the other two standards are
reported in separate reports. Each batch shall be tested according to the following test procedures:
1. C1170/C1170M-08 - Standard Test Method for Determining Consistency and Density of

Roller-Compacted Concrete Using a Vibrating Table (revised to include spacers affixed to the
side of the surcharge mass for the purpose of maintaining the annulus space between the
surcharge mass and the cylindrical mold)
2. C1435M-08 - Standard Practice for Molding Roller-Compacted Concrete in Cylinder Molds
Using a Vibrating Hammer (Note, the specified apparatus mass will be exceeded in order to
access the effect apparatus mass has on the specimen density and attendant compressive
strength.)
3. a draft test method for measuring air content and density of RCC
4. C39/C39M-12a - Standard Test Method for Compressive Strength of Cylindrical Concrete
Specimens.
5. C1064/C1064M-11 - Standard Test Method for Temperature of Freshly Mixed Hydraulic-
Cement Concrete
Each batch shall be tested a second time by the same operator employing the same apparatus and under
the same conditions as the first.
Each batch within each group will be tested under different conditions as shown in the table below.
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Conditions for Each Batch
A B B C D E F G
Condition
Number Apparatus Elapsed 3 Lean or Coarse
1 2 # of lifts Cem:Pozz NMSA AEA?
Mass Time Rich Agg Type
(yes or
(lb.) (minutes) (3 or 4) (inches) no)
1 (9) low 10 3 lean 25:75 angular 1.5 no
2 (10) low 10 3 rich 25:75 rounded 0.75 yes
3 (11) low 30 4 lean 75:25 angular 0.75 yes
4 (12) low 30 4 rich 75:25 rounded 1.5 no
5 (13) high 10 3 lean 75:25 rounded 1.5 yes
6 (14) high 10 3 rich 75:25 angular 0.75 no
7 (15) high 30 4 lean 25:75 rounded 0.75 no
8 (16) high 30 4 rich 25:75 angular 1.5 yes
(Note: Two conditions are labeled “B” in the table above. Condition B (# of lifts) does not apply to this
study; it is included in the table because it applies to the studies of C1435/C1435M and the proposed
draft standard for measuring air and density of RCC which are being conducted in conjunction with this
study.)
For three eight-batch groups, approximately 2.5 cubic yards of concrete will be required.
The actual amount (by weight) of each ingredient needed for eight batches will be contingent on the
amount of water and AEA in the mix and the relative densities of the fly ash, sand, and gravel and on mix
proportioning. The ‘Materials Quantity Table’ below provides an estimated amount of each ingredient
based on sample mix proportions.
MATERIALS QUANTITY TABLE

PROPORTIONING FOR OVEN-DRY AGGREGATES
Add
0.75 0.75 1.5
Cement Fly Ash Sand 1.5 round Water +
round angular angular
AEA
(lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.)
6.5 20.7 137.4 192.6 16.5
9.8 30.8 136.1 181.9 14.9
20.0 6.5 137.7 192.9 16.7
29.4 9.8 135.3 183.4 16.1
20.4 6.5 140.2 190.0 16.7
28.9 9.8 133.0 186.3 16.1
6.5 21.0 141.4 189.1 15.4
9.8 30.3 132.3 185.4 15.9
131 135 1093 371 379 373 378 128
(Note that this table is for illustrating typical quantities and should not be used to proportion mixes for the
study. Mix proportioning is explained in Annex A - Attachment C.)
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Study Agenda
Phase I - Develop Study Plan: The draft plan shall be reviewed by the laboratory(s) and ASTM ILS
personnel prior to finalization. The plan shall be distributed by the technical contact and reviewed with
the laboratory(s) before acquiring materials and equipment needed for the study.
Phase II – Design Mixes and Obtain Materials: The study plan contains an estimate of the quantity of
materials needed for the study including an additional10 percent (by mass) for potential waste. All
materials must be obtained and available for batching at the testing facility prior to testing.
In order to better estimate the quantity of each ingredient that will be require for the study, the mixes must
be proportioned prior to procuring the materials. The absorption and relative densities (specific gravities)
of the materials will be estimated and enough quantities of ingredients will be on hand to ensure all of the
mixes and additional mixes (if needed) can be batched. See Annex A – Attachment C for more
information on mix designs.
Phase III – Prepare Laboratory: The batching, mixing, and testing area will be prepared prior to any
testing. Each test apparatus will be set up in one location and remain in that location throughout the
entire testing phase. The technicians will be thoroughly familiar with their test procedure. One technician
or “single-operator” shall conduct the same test for the entire testing phase of the study. Trial batches will
be made and tested on the first day to estimate moisture requirements, allow testers to become
thoroughly familiar with the equipment and laboratory plan and evaluate the setup.
Phase IV – Batching, Mixing, and Testing: There will be three groups of eight batches. It is
anticipated that each group of eight batches will take one day to batch, mix, and test. See Annex A –
Attachment E for instructions on batching, mixing, and testing.
Phase V – Analysis of Data: The technical contact with assistance from ASTM ILS personnel will
perform an analysis of variance (ANOVA) on the data and recommend a draft precision statement.
Phase VI – Research Report: One research report of the study and analysis will be written by the
technical contact and reviewed by ASTM ILS. The report will be designated a report number and filed at
ASTM headquarters.
The corresponding ASTM test standards will be balloted with any changes deemed necessary as a
result of the study results. A temporary precision statement will be added to the test standards. The
practice standard will be balloted with any changes resulting from study results. The research report will
be referenced in both test standards and the practice standard
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Mix Designs
There is no compressive strength requirement and no specific air content requirement. An air content of
4 to 6 percent is desired for the air-entrained mixes; however, the amount of air that is entrained is not a
significant factor.
There will be three groups of mixes designated Group A, Group B, and Group C; each mix group will be
characterized by its consistency. The water content will be varied to attain the desired consistency.
Within each mix group there will be four lean mixes and four rich mixes. The lean mixes will be
proportion by absolute volume to have approximately 300 pounds of cementitious material (CM) per
cubic yard. The rich mixes will be proportion to have approximately 450 pounds of CM per cubic yard.
The mixes within each group will also vary by the ratio of cement to fly ash, coarse aggregate shape,
coarse aggregate size, and whether or not the mix contains an air entraining agent (AEA).
When the absorption, relative densities of all ingredients, and aggregate field moistures are known, the
mixes will be proportioned by absolute volume and batched by weight. The required mix volumes are
shown in the table below:
Volume of Mix Needed Per Batch

Test Amount Unit Wt Volume
lbs. lb/ft 3 ft3
Vebe 30 150 0.20
Vebe 60 150 0.40
Air 50 150 0.33
Air 50 150 0.33
Cylinder Set 1 60 150 0.40
Cylinder Set 2 60 150 0.40
Cylinder for Petrographic Analysis 30 150 0.20
Subtotal 2.27
Waste Factor 1.10
Total 2.49
An Excel spreadsheet has been developed to allow for fast and accurate mix proportioning. The
spreadsheet inputs are shown in blue below.
Volume of Mix Needed Per Batch
Test Amount Unit Wt Volume Parts by Volume (OD)
lbs. lb/ft 3 ft3 CM CM Sand Coarse Agg Total
Vebe 30 150 0.20 (lb.)
Vebe 60 150 0.40 Lean Mix 300 1 3 4 8
Air 50 150 0.33 Rich Mix 450 1 3 4 8
Air 50 150 0.33
Field
Cylinder Set 1 60 150 0.40 RD (dry) Absorption Field Moisture = percent absorption + percent free water.
RD (SSD) Moisture
Cylinder Set 2 60 150 0.40 Fly Ash 2.350
Cylinder for Petrographic Analysis 30 150 0.20 Cement 3.150 (%) (%)
Subtotal 2.27 Sand 2.61 2.587 0.9 1.4
Waste Factor 1.10 Coarse Agg (0.75 round) 2.62 2.594 1.0 1.5
Total 2.49 Coarse Agg (0.75 angular) 2.74 2.718 0.8 1.5 %WATER 4.8
Coarse Agg (1.5 round) 2.65 2.629 0.8 1.2 %AIR (AE mixes) 0
Coarse Agg (1.5 angular) 2.73 2.719 0.4 1.1 %ENTRAPPED AIR (non-AE mixes) 2
The spreadsheet will proportion the mixes similar to that shown in the table below.
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PROPORTIONING FOR AGGREGATES AT FIELD MOISTURE
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0.75 Add Water
Mix Number Cement Fly Ash Sand 0.75 round 1.5 round 1.5 angular AEA
angular + AEA
(lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (lb.) (oz) (lb.)
1 6.5 20.7 139.3 77.9 116.8 no 14.5
2 9.8 30.8 138.0 184.7 13.3
3 20.0 6.5 139.6 195.8 14.6
4 29.4 9.8 137.2 74.2 111.3 no 14.7
5 20.4 6.5 142.1 76.9 115.3 15.2
6 28.9 9.8 134.9 189.1 no 14.1
7 6.5 21.0 143.4 191.9 no 13.8
8 9.8 30.3 134.1 75.0 112.5 13.9
Field moisture adjustments will be made daily. The percent water required for a specific mix consistency
will be determined as follows:
1. Remove just enough mix from the mixer to perform a Vebe test and perform the test.
2. If mix consistency is what is desired, discharge the mix and begin testing.
3. If the mix is too stiff, return the mix to the mixer, add water, mix and test again until the desired
consistency is attained.
Each mix group will have mixes that are proportioned to correspond with mixes from each of the other
two groups. For example, except for the moisture content Group A Mix 1 will be proportioned the same
as Group B Mix 1 and Group C Mix 1. Mix 1 will be proportioned and tested for consistency before
knowing to which group the mix will be assigned. If when tested the mix has a less than 20 second
consistency, it will be assigned to Group A and, when it is batched again, the moisture content will be
reduced in an effort to attain a mix consistency within the range assigned to either Mix Group B or Group
C. This should allow for quick efficient proportioning to produce the desired mix consistencies.
Record mix proportions on the ‘Data Reporting Worksheet’ (see Annex A – Attachment G).
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Test Apparatuses
Ruggedness Study for ASTM [C1170/1170M-08] - Test Method for Determining Consistency and
Density of Roller-Compacted Concrete Using a Vibrating Table
The test apparatus is described below. This description is an excerpt from the proposed revised
C1170/1170M-08 test standard.
6. Apparatus
6.1 Vibrating Table—A vibrating table with a steel deck approximately 20-mm [3/4-in.] thick with dimensions of
approximately 380 mm [15 in.] in length, 250 mm [10 in.] in width, and 300 mm [12 in.] in height. The vibrating table shall be
constructed in such a manner as to prevent flexing of the table during operation. The table deck shall be activated by an
electromechanical vibrator. The table shall produce a sinusoidal vibratory motion with a frequency of at least 60 ± 2 Hz [3600 ±
100 vibrations per min] and a double amplitude of vibration of 0.43 ± 0.08 mm [0.0170 ± 0.0030 in.] when a 27 ± 2-kg [60.0 ±
2.5-lb] surcharge is bolted to the center of the table. The vibrator and table shall have a total mass of at least 90 kg [200 lb].
The table shall be level and have sufficient mass or be secured to prevent displacement of the apparatus during performance of
the test.
6.2 Cylindrical Mold—The cylindrical mold shall be made of steel or other hard metal resistant to corrosion by cement paste
and shall have an inside diameter of 240 ± 2 mm [9 1/2 ± 1/16 in.], a depth of 200 ± 2 mm [7 3/4 ± 1/16 in.], and a wall thickness
of 6 ± 2 mm [1/4 ± 1/16 in.]. The mold shall be equipped with permanently affixed slotted metal brackets so it can be rigidly
clamped to the vibrating table. The top rim of the mold shall be smooth, plane, and parallel to the bottom of the mold and shall
be capable of providing a watertight seal when a glass or plastic plate is placed on the top rim.
6.3 Swivel Arm and Guide Sleeve—A metal guide sleeve with a clamp assembly or other suitable holding device mounted
on a swivel arm (See Fig. 1). The swivel arm and guide sleeve must be capable of holding the metal shaft with the attached
22.7-kg [50-lb] or 12.5-kg [27.5-lb] cylindrical mass in a position perpendicular to the vibrating surface and allowing the shaft
to slide freely when the clamp is released. The inside diameter of the guide sleeve shall be 3 ± 2 mm [1/8 ± 1/16 in.] larger than
the diameter of the metal shaft of the surcharge. The swivel arm must be capable of maintaining the guide sleeve in a locked
position directly over the center of the vibrating surface. The swivel arm shall be capable of being rotated away from the center
of the table.
6.4 Surcharge Assembly—A cylindrical steel mass with a circular plastic plate attached to its base and a metal shaft at least
450 mm [18 in.] in length and 16 ± 2 mm [5/8 ± 1/16 in.] in diameter attached perpendicularly to and embedded in the center of
the mass. The shaft shall slide through the guide sleeve without binding. The plastic plate shall be approximately 13 mm [1/2
in.] in thickness and shall have a diameter of 230 ± 3 mm [9 ± 1/8 in.]. The edge of the plastic plate shall not be chipped or
rounded so that the diameter of the plate is maintained within the specified tolerance for the full thickness of the plate. The
surcharge assembly including the plastic plate and the metal shaft shall have a mass of either of the following:
Procedure A—22.7 ± 0.5 kg [50 ± 1 lb], or
Procedure B—12.5 ± 0.5 kg [27.5 lb ± 1 lb].
6.4.1 The cylindrical steel mass shall include a minimum of four spacers affixed to the side of the mass. The spacers shall
be located at equal distances around the circumference of the mass (See Fig. 2). The center of each spacer shall be located a
maximum distance of 40 mm [1 5/8 in.] from the bottom of the plastic plate. Each spacer shall project from the side of the mass
so that, when centered in the cylindrical mold, each spacer almost touches the inside of the mold. The distance between each
spacer and the inside of the mold shall not exceed 0.5 mm [0.02 in.] when the mass is centered in the mold. The spacers shall
not bind so that the centered mass with spacers is allowed to freely move up and down throughout the upper half of the mold.
The spacers shall be made of material that is softer than the steel used to make the cylindrical mold (See Note 2). The surcharge
assembly including the steel mass with spacers, plastic plate, and the metal shaft shall have a mass of 22.7 ± 0.5 kg [50 ± 1 lb]
or 12.5 ± 0.5 kg [27.5 lb ± 1 lb].
Note 2—Bolts made of nylon or brass can be used for spacers. The cylindrical steel mass can be drilled and tapped at each
spacer location to receive the bolt. Washers or nuts may be added or the bolt heads milled to adjust the distance between each
spacer and the inside of the mold.
6.5 Balance or Scale—Balance or scale of sufficient capacity to determine the total mass of the concrete specimen and the
mold. The balance or scale shall be readable to the nearest 5 g [0.01 lb].
6.6 Strike-Off Plate—A flat square metal plate at least 6 mm [1/4 in.] thick, or a glass or clear plastic plate at least 13 mm [ 1/
2 in.] thick, and at least 50 mm [2 in.] larger than the diameter of the cylindrical mold.
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6.7 Sieve—A 50-mm [2-in.] sieve conforming to Specification E11. Page 2 of 2
6.8 Timing Device—A stopwatch, capable of recording time intervals of at least 90 s to the nearest 1 s.
6.9 Small Tools—Square-ended shovel and hand scoops, wrench, tamping rod, flashlight, and feeler gauges as required.
22.7 kg [50 lb.] surcharge (Procedure A)
12.5 kg [27.5 lb.] surcharge (Procedure B)
FIG. 1 Vibrating Table—Consistency Test
FIG. 2 Surcharge With Spacers and Plastic Plate Centered in Steel Mold
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Laboratory Instructions
Design Mixes and Obtain Materials: All materials must be obtained and available for batching at the
testing facility prior to testing. See Annex A – Attachment C for more information on mix designs.
Prepare Laboratory: The batching, mixing, and testing area should be prepared prior to any testing.
Each test apparatus should be set up in one location and remain in that location throughout the entire
testing phase. The technicians should be assigned to the tests which they are to conduct and be
thoroughly familiar with their test procedure. One technician or “single-operator” shall conduct the same
test for the entire testing phase of the study.
Personnel: The following table shows the minimum number of personnel needed during the three day
batching, mixing, and testing phase:
Task Number of People

Batching and Mixing and testing concrete
temperature per ASTM C1064 2
C1170 Vebe consistency and density
1
C1435 Making cylinders with the vibrating
hammers
1
Proposed test for air content and density
using the C231 air pot and C1435 vibrating
hammers.
2
TOTAL 6
This will be the personnel required during the batching, mixing, and testing phase. Additional man-hours
will be required to set up the lab, procure the materials, and perform the strength tests.
Batching, Mixing, and Testing: Batching, mixing, and testing shall be accomplished in an area that is
shaded. The location of batching and testing shall not change throughout the entire testing phase of the
study.
28-day compressive strength tests (ASTM C39) shall be performed and reported on all compressive
strength cylinders except those that are used for petrographic analysis.
All Operator and Test Apparatus Information Worksheets should be filled out, collected, and maintained
with Data Reporting Worksheets.
Data Reporting Worksheets shall be printed and available at each work station prior to beginning the test
program.
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There will be three groups (Group A, Group B, and Group C) of eight batches. The batches will be
designated by condition numbers. For example a batch will be made and tested according to Condition
1(9). The consistency of the batch will determine which group it falls into. After it is assigned a group
and all of the tests are conducted and cylinders made, the Condition 1(9) mix will be batched and mixed
twice more with a different water contents each time to produce the desired mix consistency.
Annex A,
The target consistency of each group is shown in the table below.
Attachment E,
Group Consistency Page 2 of 2
A <20 seconds
B 20 – 30 seconds
C >30 seconds
It is anticipated that Vebe tests and adjustments in mix water will be required for each batch before the
record testing begins. Using Condition 1(9) as an example, a likely scenario will be:
1. Batch and mix for Condition 1(9).

2. Remove a small amount from the mixer to determine the Vebe time
3. Return the small amount to the mixer
4. Adjust the water content and mix to thoroughly incorporate the water
5. Again, remove a small amount from the mixer to determine the Vebe time
6. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 as necessary to attain the target consistency.
7. When Vebe time is within the target consistency, perform all record tests and make cylinders.
8. Repeat twice for Condition 1(9) to produce and test for record mixes within the consistency
range for the other two groups.
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Annex A - Attachment F
Operator and Test Apparatus Information Worksheet

Use One Worksheet per Operator/Test Apparatus
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY AND ANSWER AS MUCH AS YOU CAN
This information is for use in the data analysis and will not be distributed.
Information about the Operator:
Name of Operator: _______________________________________________________
Nickname (for name tag): _________________________________________________
Company: _____________________________________________________________
Street: ________________________________________________________________
City: __________________________________________________________________
State: _________________________________________________________________
Zip: _______________________________________________________________ ___
Phone: ________________________________________________________________
FAX: __________________________________________________________________
Email: _________________________________________________________________
Approximately how many years have you been running the test apparatus? __ Years
Are you certified as an ACI Level 1 Field Technician or equivalent? __ Yes __ No
If equivalent, what program? _______________________________________________
Information about the test apparatus to be used by operator named above:
What is the brand (manufacturer) of the meter? ________________________________
What is the model name/number? ___________________________________________
What is the serial number? ________________________________________________
What year was this meter put in service? _____________________________________
Date of last calibration immediately prior to this study? ___________________________
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Annex A - Attachment G
Data Reporting Worksheet
Use One Form per Operator/Test Apparatus
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Mix Proportioning
Technicians:
Location:
Date:
Group Number:
Mixer Description (type,
capactity, etc.):
Mix
Batch Time Mix Time Mix
Cement Fly Ash Sand Gravel Water AEA Temperature
Number Began Completed
ASTM C1064
(hour:min) (hour:min) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) (ounces) (oF)
1 : :
2 : :
3 : :
4 : :
5 : :
6 : :
7 : :
8 : :
Comments:
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Annex A - Attachment G
Data Reporting Worksheet
Use One Form per Operator/Test Apparatus
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
ASTM C1170 Vebe Test

Technician: Location:
Date:
Group
Number:
Time
Batch Condition Time Mix Surcharge
Vibrator Vebe Time Weight Volume Density
Number Number Completed Weight
Stopped
(hour:min) (hour:min) (lb) (seconds) (lb) (ft3) (lb/ft3)
1 (9)
1 : :
1 (9)
2 (10)
2 : :
2 (10)
3 (11)
3 : :
3 (11)
4 (12)
4 : :
4 (12)
5 (13)
5 : :
5 (13)
6 (14)
6 : :
6 (14)
7 (15)
7 : :
7 (15)
8 (16)
8 : :
8 (16)
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Annex B: Documentation and Results
For
ASTM Subcommittee C09.45 Ruggedness Study for
Ruggedness of C1170/C1170M
Contents of Annex B
Attachment A – List of Participants
Attachment B – Material Data Sheets
Attachment C – Mix Proportions

Attachment D – Description of Equipment and Apparatus
Attachment E – Laboratory Program Discussed

Attachment F – Operator and Test Apparatus Information Worksheet
Attachment G – Data Reporting Worksheet
Attachment H – Statistical Data Summary
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Annex B - Attachment A Annex B,
List of Participants Attachment A,
Page1 of 1
Tom Brown USDA – NRCS Batching
Dennis Clute USDA – NRCS Batching
Paul Corwin Fall Line Inspection Cylinders
Tom Greene W. R. Grace Mixing
Frank Lennox Buzzi Unicem Air/Density Test
Bruce Schulte Bureau of Reclamation Vebe Test
Rex Stambaugh USDA – NRCS Batching
Dana Swartz Fall Line Inspection Air/Density Test
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Annex B - Attachment B Attachment B,
Material Data Sheets Page1 of 20
Table of Contents
 ¾ - in. rounded aggregate

 Sand
 ¾ - in. angular aggregate
 1 ½ - in. rounded aggregate
 1 ½ - in. angular aggregate
 Class F fly ash
Note that there is no material data sheet for the Portland cement. It was Holcim I/II cement purchased
from a local building materials/home store. Also, there is no material data sheet on the water used in the
mix. The water was potable city water.
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Used this 3/4" NMSA Used this

Rounded Aggregate sand
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TERAPAVE AEA Addition Rates

Airentraining admixture There is no standard addition rate for
ASTM C260 TerapaveAEA. The amount tobe used will
depend upon the amount of air required under
job conditions, usually in the range of 4 to
Product Description 8%. Typical factors that might influence the Annex B,
® amount of air entrained are: temperature, Attachment B,
Terapave AEAadmixture is an aqueous solu- cement,sandgradation,and use of extra fine
tion of a complex mixture of organicacid materials such as fly ash. TypicalTerapave
Page 18 of 20
AEAadditionratesrangefrom ⁄2to3floz/ 100
1
salts. TerapaveAEAis specially formulated
for use as an airentraining admixture for lbs (30 to 200 mL/100 kg) of cement.
concrete paving and provides uniform,
predictable performance. It is supplied ready- Theairentraining efficiency ofTerapave
touse and does not require premixing with AEAbecomes even greater when used with
water. TerapaveAEAconformstoASTM waterreducing and setretarding agents. This
C260. One gallon weighs approximately may allow a reduction of up to twothirds in
8.5lbs (1.02 kg/L). the amount ofTerapaveAEArequired for the
specified air content.
Uses
Compatibility with Other
TerapaveAEAis used in low slump concrete, Admixtures and Batch
particularly for highway paving applications,
where concrete is mixed and there is a need
Sequencing
for purposeful air entrainment. TerapaveAEAis compatible with most Grace
admixtures aslong as they are added sepa-
Performance rately to the concrete mix. In general, it is
Air is entrained by the development of a recommended thatTerapaveAEAbe added to
semimicroscopic bubble system—introduced the concrete mix near the beginning of the
into themix by agitation andstabilized by batch sequence for optimum performance,
TerapaveAEA—in the mortar phaseof the preferably by “dribbling” on the sand. Differ-
concrete. ent sequencing may be used if local testing
shows better performance. Please see Grace
TerapaveAEAconcrete is extremely durable, Technical BulletinTB0110, Admixture
particularly when subjected to freezing and Dispenser Discharge Line Location and
thawing anddeicing salts. Sequencing for Concrete Batching
Operations
for further recommendations. TerapaveAEA
Product Advantages should notcome in contact with any other
admixture before or during the batching
• Uniform, predictable air entrainment process, even if diluted in mix water.
in paving applications TerapaveAEAshould not beadded directly
to heated water.
• Can be used in wide spectrum of
mix designs
• Superior air stability minimizes air
loss during placement
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Pretesting of the concrete mix should be Attachment B,
performed before use, and as conditions and Page 19 of 20
materials change in order to assure compati-
bility, and to optimize dosage rates, addition
times in the batch sequencing and concrete
performance. Please consult your Grace
representative for guidance.
Concrete Mix Adjustment

Entrained air will increase thevolume of the
concrete making it necessary toadjust the mix
proportions to maintainthe cement factor and
yield. This may be accomplishedby a reduc-
tion in water requirement and aggregate
content.
Packaging & Handling

TerapaveAEAis availablein bulk,delivered in
metered tank trucks, totes and drums. It
freezes at about 30°F (1°C), but its air-
entraining properties are completely restored
bythawingandthoroughmechanicalagitation.
Dispensing Equipment
Acomplete line of automaticTerapaveAEA
dispensers is available.Accurate and simple,
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plants.
Specifications
Concrete shall be air entrained concrete,
containing 4 to 8% entrained air. The air
contents in the concrete shall be determined
by thepressure method (ASTM Designation
C231) or gravimetric method (ASTM Desig-
nation C138). The airentraining admixture
shall beTerapaveAEA, as manufactured by
Grace Construction Products, or equal. The
airentraining admixtureshall be added at the
concrete mixer or batching plant in such
quantities as to give thespecified air contents.
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part, this document outside of ASTM International Committee/Society activities, or submit it to any other organization or standards
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written authorization of the President of the Society. If you do not agree to these conditions, please immediately destroy all copies of
this document. Copyright ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA 19428. All rights reserved.
Terapave is a registered trademark of W. R. Grace & Co.–Conn.

We hope the information here will be helpful. It is based on data and knowledge considered to be true and accurate and is offered for the
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Annex B,
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Annex B - Attachment C
Mix Proportions
FLY 0.75 0.75 1.5 1.5 MIX WATER

MIX CEMENT SAND AEA
ASH ROUND ANGULAR ROUND ANGULAR VOLUME + AEA
3
(#) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb) (ml) (ft ) (lb)
1 5.8 18.4 128.8 71.5 107.2 2.19 12.5
2 5.9 18.6 127.7 70.9 106.3 2.19 13.2
3 5.9 19.6 127.8 71.0 106.4 2.19 12.8
4 8.9 29.4 125.1 167.6 22 2.23 11.8
5 8.8 29.3 125.6 168.3 25 2.22 10.8
6 8.9 29.4 125.3 107.9 25 1.86 11.4
7 21.0 6.5 139.3 194.7 13 2.38 14.8
8 20.9 6.5 139.7 195.2 10 2.37 14.0
9 20.9 6.4 140.1 195.7 2.37 2.37 13.2
10 26.4 8.8 126.1 68.0 102.0 2.20 12.2
11 26.5 8.8 125.8 68.8 101.7 2.22 13.6
12 26.7 8.9 125.0 67.3 101.0 2.22 14.6
13 21.4 6.5 142.1 76.9 115.3 10 2.42 14.0
14 21.2 6.4 143.0 77.4 116.1 10 2.40 12.1
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15 21.0 6.3 144.0 77.9 116.8 8 2.38 10.1
16 26.5 9.0 122.7 172.0 2.17 13.4
17 26.7 9.0 121.9 170.9 2.19 15.0
18 26.8 9.1 121.4 170.2 2.20 16.0
19
6.4 20.6 145.7 195.1 2.40 8.9
25
20 6.6 21.2 141.7 189.9 2.49 17.2
21 6.5 21.1 142.6 191.1 2.47 15.3
22 9.5 31.7 133.8 74.8 112.2 27 2.39 12.8
23 9.5 31.5 134.7 75.3 112.9 30 2.37 11.0
24 9.5 31.7 134.0 74.9 112.4 30 2.38 12.4
25 6.4 20.6 145.7 195.1 2.40 8.9
26 2.5 8.0 55.2 73.9 0.96 6.3
27 8.1 2.4 54.8 29.7 44.5 4 0.91 4.3
28 11.3 3.8 52.0 28.1 42.2 0.94 6.6
29 2.5 7.8 53.6 30.0 44.9 0.93 6.0
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Description of Equipment and Apparatus
The no-slump concrete was batched by hand in five gallon buckets which were weighed
on a portable digital scale.
The mix was produced in a five cubic foot portable drum mixer and was remixed with
square-bit shovels after being deposited on the moistened concrete floor.
The test apparatus was a Vebe machine conforming to ASTM C1170/C1170M-08

modified to include centering spacers on the circumference of the surcharge. Calibration
data is on next page.
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Annex B - Attachment E
Laboratory Program Discussed
Aggregates were stored in piles inside the lab and covered with plastic sheeting.
Aggregate moisture was determined at the beginning of each day and the moisture values
input into an MS Excel spreadsheet which adjusted mix proportioning to account for
aggregate moisture.
Three mixes were made for each of the eight conditions and the first mix of the three had
relatively low moisture content. Each mix was produced, sampled, and tested for
consistency to determine, for each condition, if the mix consistency was less than 20s
(Material A), 10 – 30s (Material B), or greater than 30s (Material C). If a lower Vebe
consistency was desired, the sample was returned to the mixer to adjust the water content
to produce the desired consistency. Once the mix consistency was characteristic of the
desired material, the mix was discharged onto the concrete floor moistened to
approximate saturated surface-dry condition (Photo B-D 1).
The mix was then shovel-mixed and sampled. Vebe consistency and density was
determined according to Test Standard C1170/C1170M -08 except that the surcharges
were modified to include spacers around the surcharge that helped to center the surcharge
in the bowl.
The mix was tested for air content and density (for studying a new draft standard) and
6x12 test specimens were molded (C1435/C1435M-08) and subsequently tested for
compressive strength and density (C39/C39M-12). The results of these tests are reported
in separate research reports.
The mix was again sampled and tested to obtain the replicate test values.
After tests were conducted on the mix, the same mix components and proportions were
again be batched and the water content adjusted to change the consistency to produce one
of the other materials. This process was reiterated until all three materials were produced
and tested for condition n(n+8).
Although aggregate moistures were tested and adjusted at the beginning of each day, the
moisture variability within each pile of aggregate and the variability of mix ingredients
and proportions made it difficult to estimate the amount of water to be added to control
mix consistency. For four conditions {2(10), 3(11), 6(14), and 8(16)}, mixtures within
the desired consistency ranges were successfully obtained to produce Materials A, B, and
C. For the other four conditions {1(9), 4(12), 5(13), and 7(15)} It was necessary to make
five additional mixtures which were tested for Vebe consistency in order to obtain Vebe
results to fill holes in the data for all remaining materials and conditions.
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Because of time and resource constraints, it was decided that out of these five additional
mixes the full suite of test values would only be obtained on one mix. So, although Vebe
data was generated for every material and every condition, data values for air, density
obtained by the air testing apparatus, compressive strength, and density of compressive
strength specimens were not obtained for every material; instead, the results obtained by
testing a mix with an initial Vebe test value nearest the desired range were used as data to
be analyzed for some materials. For example, Mixtures 19, 20, and 21 made for
Condition 7(15) had 5s, 5s, and 8s initial consistencies. Thus, the consistency of all
three mixes fell within consistency range for Material A making it necessary to produce
additional mixes for Materials B and C. Mix 25 was one of the additional five mixes and
was made to meet Condition 7(15) requirements.
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Photo B-D 1 – Mix discharged onto floor.
Photo B-D 2 – Vebe apparatus with 27.5 lb surcharge. 50 lb surcharge setting

on floor left side of photo. Reference ASTM C1170.
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Operator and Test Apparatus Worksheets
Bruce Schulte Page 1 of 1
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Data Report Worksheets
Table of Contents
MS EXCEL VEBE CONSISTENCY & DENSITY 3 Sheets

DATA REPORTING WORKSHEETS FROM LAB 5 Sheets
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ASTM C1170 VEBE

3
TECHNICIAN: Bruce Schulte CONTAINER VOLUME (ft ) 0.3170
EQUIPMENT DISCRIPTION: Humboldt Model H-3648, S/N H081005, Last calibration 6/13/13
ELAPSED VEBE CONTAINER CONTAINIER TIME TEST

MIX COND SURCHARGE MIX DENSITY
TIME TIME + MIX WEIGHT COMPLETE
3
(#) (min) (#) (lb) (sec) (lb) (lb) (lb) (lb/ft ) (hour:min)
1 27.5 37 77.35 27.90 49.45 155.99

1 10 :
9 27.5 65 76.38 27.90 48.48 152.93
1 27.5 11 77.02 27.90 49.12 154.95

2 10 :
9 27.5 17 77.02 27.90 49.12 154.95
1 27.5 12 76.67 27.90 48.77 153.85

3 10 :
9 27.5 18 76.85 27.90 48.95 154.42
2 27.5 20 73.73 27.90 45.83 144.57

4 10 :
10 27.5 27 73.90 27.90 46.00 145.11
2 27.5 36 74.14 27.90 46.24 145.87

5 10 :
10 27.5 46 74.22 27.90 46.32 146.12
2 27.5 25 73.96 27.90 46.06 145.30

6 10 :
10 27.5 29 74.36 27.90 46.46 146.56
3 27.5 25 73.97 27.90 46.07 145.33

7 30 :
11 27.5 24 74.05 27.90 46.15 145.58
3 27.5 47 74.81 27.90 46.91 147.98

8 30 :
11 27.5 43 74.95 27.90 47.05 148.42
3 27.5 46 74.90 27.90 47.00 148.26

9 30 :
11 27.5 60 75.09 27.90 47.19 148.86
4 27.5 35 76.24 27.90 48.34 152.49

10 30 :
12 27.5 42 76.01 27.90 48.11 151.77
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152.74
4 27.5 29 76.32 27.90 48.42
11 30 :
12 27.5 31 76.31 27.90 48.41 152.71
4 27.5 23 76.28 27.90 48.38 152.62

12 30 :
12 27.5 24 75.95 27.90 48.05 151.58
5 50 7 73.23 27.90 45.33 143.00

13 10 :
13 50 15 73.76 27.90 45.86 144.67
5 50 14 73.84 27.90 45.94 144.92

14 10 :
13 50 25 74.23 27.90 46.33 146.15
5 50 43 73.83 27.90 45.93 144.89

15 10 :
13 50 46 73.34 27.90 45.44 143.34
6 50 46 76.46 27.90 48.56 153.19

16 10 :
14 50 51 76.68 27.90 48.78 153.88
6 50 22 76.63 27.90 48.73 153.72

17 10 :
14 50 25 76.61 27.90 48.71 153.66
6 50 11 76.82 27.90 48.92 154.32

18 10 :
14 50 13 76.80 27.90 48.90 154.26
7 50 4 75.02 27.90 47.12 148.64

19 30 :
15 50 5 74.99 27.90 47.09 148.55
7 50 6 75.07 27.90 47.17 148.80

20 30 :
15 50 15 75.25 27.90 47.35 149.37
7 50 11 74.60 27.90 46.70 147.32

21 30 :
15 50 11 74.81 27.90 46.91 147.98
8 50 32 76.16 27.90 48.26 152.24

22 30 :
16 50 32 75.92 27.90 48.02 151.48
8 50 41 76.04 27.90 48.14 151.86

23 30 :
16 50 45 75.84 27.90 47.94 151.23
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:
8 50 15 75.94 27.90 48.04 151.55
24 30
16 50 20 76.18 27.90 48.28 152.30
7 50 60 71.65 27.90 43.75 138.01

25 30 :
15 50 60 71.86 27.90 43.96 138.68
7 50 48 75.57 27.90 47.67 150.38

26 30 :
15 50 38 75.37 27.90 47.47 149.75
5 50 30 74.22 27.90 46.32 146.12

27 10 :
13 50 60 74.50 27.90 46.60 147.00
4 27.5 16 76.12 27.90 48.22 152.11

28 30 :
12 27.5 19 76.20 27.90 48.30 152.37
2 27.5 27 77.37 27.90 49.47 156.06

29 10 :
10 27.5 34 76.76 27.90 48.86 154.13
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Annex B - Attachment H
Statistical Data Summary
Consistency Values
Consistency
Material First Replicate Determination Number
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
A 12 20* 25* 16 14 11 11 32*

B 27 25 47* 23 30 22 48* 15*
C 37 36 46 35 43 46 60 41
Consistency
Material Second Replicate Determination Number
9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
A 18 27* 24* 19 25* 13 11 32*

B 34* 29 43* 14 60* 25 38* 20
C 65 46 60 42 46 51 60 45
* These values are out of the range characteristic of the material, but the initial Vebe consistency
was within the range and was used to define the material being tested. This is explained in
Attachment E of this Annex.
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Results of Analysis
Material A
Z1 310 W1 6006.25 Avg. = 19.38
Z2 -12 W2 9.00 FA = 0.65
Z3 30 W3 56.25 FB = 4.09
Z4 30 W4 56.25 FC = 4.09
Z5 16 W5 16.00 FD = 1.16
Z6 24 W6 36.00 FE = 2.62
Z7 26 W7 42.25 FF = 3.07
Z8 88 W8 484.00 FG = 35.20
Z9 -28 W9 49.00
Z10 2 W10 0.25 S2 = 13.75
Z11 24 W11 36.00 s= 3.71
Z12 4 W12 1.00
Z13 2 W13 0.25
Z14 14 W14 12.25
Z15 -12 W15 9.00
Z16 -6 W16 2.25
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Results of Analysis
Material B
Z1 500 W1 15625.00 Avg. = 31.25
Z2 16 W2 16.00 FA = 0.21
Z3 -4 W3 1.00 FB = 0.01
Z4 -154 W4 1482.25 FC = 19.83
Z5 -28 W5 49.00 FD = 0.66
Z6 -34 W6 72.25 FE = 0.97
Z7 -54 W7 182.25 FF = 2.44
Z8 38 W8 90.25 FG = 1.21
Z9 -26 W9 42.25
Z10 -30 W10 56.25 S2 = 74.75
Z11 62 W11 240.25 s= 8.65
Z12 20 W12 25.00
Z13 14 W13 12.25
Z14 4 W14 1.00
Z15 -40 W15 100.00
Z16 -44 W16 121.00
If Ff > 5.32, the factor f (A through G) has a statistically significant
effect.
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Results of Analysis
Material C
Z1 759 W1 36005.06 Avg. = 47.44
Z2 25 W2 39.06 FA = 0.53
Z3 19 W3 22.56 FB = 0.31
Z4 -75 W4 351.56 FC = 4.77
Z5 21 W5 27.56 FD = 0.37
Z6 23 W6 33.06 FE = 0.45
Z7 -51 W7 162.56 FF = 2.21
Z8 -33 W8 68.06 FG = 0.92
Z9 -71 W9 315.06
Z10 47 W10 138.06 S2 = 73.69
Z11 21 W11 27.56 s= 8.58
Z12 19 W12 22.56
Z13 -13 W13 10.56
Z14 -31 W14 60.06
Z15 -13 W15 10.56
Z16 9 W16 5.06
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Summary of Consistency F-Values
C1170 Consistency
Coarse
Material Consistency Mass Time Materials Entrainment
Shape
Seconds FA FB FC FD FE FF FG
A 19 NS NS NS NS NS NS 35.20
B 31 NS NS 19.83 NS NS NS NS
C 47 NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
If Ff is greater than 5.32, the factor f (A through G) has a statistically significant effect. If Ff is
shown to be NS it has a value of less than or equal to 5.32 and has no statistically significant
effect.
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Density Values
Density
Material First Replicate Determination Number
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
A 153.9 144.6 145.3 152.4 144.9 154.3 147.3 152.2

B 156.1 145.3 148.0 152.6 146.1 153.7 150.4 151.6
C 156.0 145.9 148.3 151.8 144.9 153.2 138.0 151.9
Density
Second Replicate Determination Number
Material 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
A 154.4 145.1 145.6 152.1 146.2 154.3 148.0 151.5

154.1 146.6 148.4 151.6 147.0 153.7 149.8 152.3
C 152.9 146.1 148.9 152.5 143.3 153.9 138.7 151.2
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Page 7 of 10
Results of Analysis
Material A
Z1 2392.1 W1 357633.90 Avg. = 149.51
Z2 5.3 W2 1.76 FA = 8.39
Z3 -3.3 W3 0.68 FB = 3.25
Z4 20.9 W4 27.30 FC = 130.39
Z5 1.9 W5 0.23 FD = 1.08
Z6 30.9 W6 59.68 FE = 285.02
Z7 23.1 W7 33.35 FF = 159.29
Z8 -41.3 W8 106.61 FG = 509.16
Z9 -2.3 W9 0.33
Z10 -0.3 W10 0.01 S2 = 0.21
Z11 2.3 W11 0.33 s= 0.46
Z12 3.3 W12 0.68
Z13 0.3 W13 0.01
Z14 2.1 W14 0.28
Z15 0.7 W15 0.03
Z16 -0.5 W16 0.02
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Results of Analysis
Material B
Z1 W1 0.00 Avg. = 150.46
Z2 1.906309 W2 0.23 FA = 0.43
Z3 2.1 W3 0.28 FB = 0.52
Z4 7.499369 W4 3.52 FC = 6.60
Z5 5.099369 W5 1.63 FD = 3.05
Z6 28.5 W6 50.77 FE = 95.33
Z7 15.50631 W7 15.03 FF = 28.22
Z8 -36.6943 W8 84.15 FG = 158.03
Z9 0.293691 W9 0.01
Z10 -2.30568 W10 0.33 S2 = 0.53
Z11 0.700631 W11 0.03 s= 0.73
Z12 -2.3 W12 0.33
Z13 0.9 W13 0.05
Z14 1.500631 W14 0.14
Z15 2.494322 W15 0.39
Z16 -6.90631 W16 2.98
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Attachment H,
Page 9 of 10
Results of Analysis
Material C
Z1 2377.5 W1 353281.64 Avg. = 148.59
Z2 -27.3 W2 46.58 FA = 51.29
Z3 -14.9 W3 13.88 FB = 15.28
Z4 35.5 W4 78.77 FC = 86.73
Z5 -16.1 W5 16.20 FD = 17.84
Z6 55.1 W6 189.75 FE = 208.95
Z7 31.5 W7 62.02 FF = 68.29
Z8 -16.5 W8 17.02 FG = 18.74
Z9 2.5 W9 0.39
Z10 -0.7 W10 0.03 S2 = 0.91
Z11 -5.1 W11 1.63 s= 0.95
Z12 -4.3 W12 1.16
Z13 3.3 W13 0.68
Z14 2.5 W14 0.39
Z15 6.9 W15 2.98
Z16 0.5 W16 0.02
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Summary of Density F-Values
C1170 Density
Coarse
Material Density Mass Time Materials
Shape
Entrainment
pcf FA FB FC FD FE FF FG
A 149.5 8.39 NS 130.39 NS 285.02 159.29 509.16
B 150.5 NS NS 6.60 NS 95.33 28.22 158.03
C 148.6 51.29 15.28 86.73 17.84 208.95 68.29 18.74
If Ff is greater than 5.32, the factor f (A through G) has a statistically significant effect. If Ff is
shown to be NS it has a value of less than or equal to 5.32 and has no statistically significant
effect.
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Committee C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates

Research Report: C09-1043

Ruggedness Study for ASTM C1170/1170M - Test Method for Determining

5. Interlaboratory Study Instructions

7. Data Report Forms:

8. Statistical Data Summary:

9. Precision and Bias Statement:

10. Analysis of Variance:

Procedure A requires a 50 lb surcharge and Procedure B a 27.5 lb surcharge.

FD – Cementitious Material (CM)

FE – Coarse Aggregate Shape

FF – Nominal Maximum Size Aggregate

Annex A: Laboratory Instructions and Worksheets

ASTM C1170/1170M-08 - Test Method for Determining Consistency

Attachment A – Study Synopsis

Attachment D – Test Apparatuses

1. Group A shall have a consistency less than 20 seconds.

1. C1170/C1170M-08 - Standard Test Method for Determining Consistency and Density of

MATERIALS QUANTITY TABLE

Volume of Mix Needed Per Batch

22.7 kg [50 lb.] surcharge (Procedure A)

12.5 kg [27.5 lb.] surcharge (Procedure B)

FIG. 1 Vibrating Table—Consistency Test

Task Number of People

1. Batch and mix for Condition 1(9).

Operator and Test Apparatus Information Worksheet

Information about the Operator:

Name of Operator: _______________________________________________________

Nickname (for name tag): _________________________________________________

Zip: _______________________________________________________________ ___

Are you certified as an ACI Level 1 Field Technician or equivalent? __ Yes __ No

If equivalent, what program? _______________________________________________

Information about the test apparatus to be used by operator named above:

What is the brand (manufacturer) of the meter? ________________________________

What is the model name/number? ___________________________________________

What is the serial number? ________________________________________________

What year was this meter put in service? _____________________________________

Date of last calibration immediately prior to this study? ___________________________

ASTM C1170 Vebe Test

Attachment C – Mix Proportions

Attachment E – Laboratory Program Discussed

Attachment G – Data Reporting Worksheet

Attachment H – Statistical Data Summary

 ¾ - in. rounded aggregate

Used this 3/4" NMSA Used this

TERAPAVE AEA Addition Rates

Concrete Mix Adjustment

Packaging & Handling

Terapave is a registered trademark of W. R. Grace & Co.–Conn.

FLY 0.75 0.75 1.5 1.5 MIX WATER

1 5.8 18.4 128.8 71.5 107.2 2.19 12.5

2 5.9 18.6 127.7 70.9 106.3 2.19 13.2

3 5.9 19.6 127.8 71.0 106.4 2.19 12.8

4 8.9 29.4 125.1 167.6 22 2.23 11.8

5 8.8 29.3 125.6 168.3 25 2.22 10.8

6 8.9 29.4 125.3 107.9 25 1.86 11.4

7 21.0 6.5 139.3 194.7 13 2.38 14.8

8 20.9 6.5 139.7 195.2 10 2.37 14.0

9 20.9 6.4 140.1 195.7 2.37 2.37 13.2

10 26.4 8.8 126.1 68.0 102.0 2.20 12.2

11 26.5 8.8 125.8 68.8 101.7 2.22 13.6

12 26.7 8.9 125.0 67.3 101.0 2.22 14.6

Zip: _____________________________________________________________ _

Are you certified as an ACI Level 1 Field Technician or equivalent? Yes No