EQUIPMENT
The CRIB makes a multitude of tools available to all of its researchers and students to ensure shared access to high-caliber material and professional resources.
Structure hall
This infrastructure has a structural slab 10 m wide by 20 m long, a reaction wall 6 m high, hydraulic jacks (100 kN-2000 kN capacity) for static and dynamic loading, as well as systems data acquisition.
Contact: Olivier Bonneau, Ph.D., Research Professional, 1-819-821-8000 #63173
Full-scale concrete element manufacturing laboratory
This external laboratory provides the facilities to prepare the formwork, assemble the instrumented reinforcements, pour the elements from delivery mixer trucks and mature the reinforced concrete under controlled conditions.
Contact: Olivier Bonneau, Ph.D., Research Professional, 1-819-821-8000 #63173
Integrated research laboratory in the valorization of materials and innovative sustainable structures
This 4000 m² FCI laboratory includes environmental chambers, 1 structural slab of 200 m2, a hydraulic press of 11.4 MN, 2 L-shaped reaction walls of 15 m, hydraulic cylinders used in static and dynamic and 1 automatic plant to concrete of 0.5 m3. Equipment for measuring the thermal properties of concrete has been available since 2018.
Contact: Olivier Bonneau, Ph.D., Research Professional, 1-819-821-8000 #63173
EQUIPMENT
EQUIPMENT
Mixing chamber
Freeze-thaw test apparatus
Standards ASTM C666 proc. A, AASHTO T161 proc. HAS
Humboldt
Mortar mixer
5 and 19 liters
Hobart
Concrete plant
BMH Group
High shear rate mixer
Eirich, R02
Vertical axis mixer
360 liters
Imer, Mix 360
Drum mixers
110 and 60 L
Monarch
Powder Characteristics Analyzer
Hosokawa, PT-X
3D scanner
Isothermal calorimeter
TA-Instrument, TAM Air
Scanning electron microscope
Hitachi, S 3400 N with Oxford Inca Energy 250 EDS probe
Simultaneous DSC/TGA thermal analyzers
360 L
TA-Instrument, SDT Q600
Concrete rheometers
ConTec
Portable rheometers
ICAR
MCR Rheometer
Anton Paar
Squeeze test
UdeS development
Channel to characterize flows
UdeS development,
Lateral pressure measurement column
UdeS development,
3D concrete printer
UdeS development
Vibrating wire extensometer, thermocouple
Roctest, CR1000
Restricted ring assembly - ASTM 1581 standard
developed by UdeS
Optical and acoustic geocamera (Borehole televiewer)
Mount Sopris, QL40
Resistivity meter
Megger, DET5/4r
Grinder and classifier
Hosokawa
Automatic concrete press
1500 kN
Geneq, GEN4131/110
Compression creep frame
500 kN
UdeS development
(Claude Faucher)
Hall for receiving and preparing samples
This infrastructure has equipment for fragmentation, quartering, homogenization, particle size calibration (sieving), steaming, heat treatment, chambers (cold humid), geophysical equipment, mineralurgical separation equipment (flotation, hydrocyclones, etc.).
Contact: Marc Paquin, chimiste, 1-819-762-0971 #2469
Environmental characterization laboratories
This infrastructure has a variety of physical models at different scales (mini alteration cells, wet cells, gas reactivity cells, instrumented columns, instrumented experimental boxes, etc.).
Contact: Mathieu Villeneuve, chemist, 1-819-762-0971 #2475
Hydro-geotechnical characterization laboratories
The equipment in this infrastructure makes it possible to carry out measurements of permeability, Hg porosimetry, consolidations, water retention curve, geo-mechanical tests (50 kN servo-controlled mechanical press, Triax confinement tests, direct shear tests, etc.).
Contact: Yvan Poirier, technician, 1-819-762-0971 #2567
Mineral characterization laboratories
This infrastructure makes it possible to determine the physical properties of materials (density, laser particle size, specific surface area, thermal analyses, Zeta potential, etc.), their chemical properties (XRF, ICP-AES and ICP-MS, ion chromatography, infrared spectrometry, spectrophotometry Uv-Visible, Induction oven, etc.) and their mineralogical properties (Optical microscopy, SEM-EDS, X-ray diffraction).
Contact: Marc Paquin, chimiste, 1-819-762-0971 #2469
EQUIPMENT
Oven
SL Shellab, SSD7 24 26
Temperature-controlled drying of materials
Oven
Binder, SSD7-41-43
Temperature-controlled drying of materials
ICP MS
Agilent technologies, 7700
Elementary analyzes of solutions for trace and ultra-trace elements
FRX
Bruker, S2 Ranger A20-X10
In-situ or laboratory chemical analyzes using portable X-ray fluorescence
Sulfur/carbon analyzer
ELTRA, CS-2000
Analysis by combustion in an induction or resistance furnace. Also enables carbon speciation following chemical pretreatment.
Specific surface
Instrument folio, Gemini 2375
Determination of the BET specific surface area of a granular material by adsorption and of the microporosity by the BJH method.
portative FRX
thermo scientific, NITON XL3t 900Analyzer
In-situ or laboratory chemical analyzes using portable X-ray fluorescence
Gas chromatograph
Agilent, 3000A Micro GC
Analysis of atmospheric gases and certain pollutant gases
Granulometer
Microtrac, S3500
Determination of the particle size distribution by laser diffraction of the particle size of a material
Digester
novawave, ACE-05-PE-03
Chemical digestion of solid samples facilitated by microwaves and high pressure for ICP analyzes
Ion chromatograph 1
Professional IC Vario, 940
Analysis of anions in aqueous solution
Ion chromatograph 2
Compact IC Pro, 881
Analysis of anions in aqueous solution
ICP AES
Perkin Elmer, 3100 RL
Elemental analyzes of solutions for major elements and trace elements
Helium Pycnometer
Quantachrome instruments, 1200e
Determination of the density of granular material
Ro-Tap dry screener
GENEQ, RX-29
Particle size distribution of a sample of solid materials
OXY-10
PreSens, OXY-10 mini
Determination of gas diffusion and consumption (reactivity) properties in porous materials
Hydrocyclone
Titan, TPE1875E
Separation of solid particles
Concasseur à machoires
BICO, AP0012
Crushing of granular samples
Sprayer
Fritsch, AP0016
Grinding of solid samples to carry out chemical and mineralogical analyzes
Sample divider 2
GENEQ, 0400J-001
Automated and representative division of granular samples
Roller crusher
Metso Minerals, AP0014
Crushing of granular samples
Roller crusher
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Metso Minerals, AP0014
Crushing of granular samples
Sample divider 1
GENEQ, H-3987
Representative division of granular samples
Sample divider 3
Gilson, SP-1
Representative division of granular samples
Autoclave
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Tuttnauer brinkmann, 2340m
Sterilization of glassware and samples
Centrifuge
Mistral, 2000R
Crushing of granular samples
Laboratory for studying the lifespan of infrastructures
This laboratory offers unique equipment used to simulate the severe exposure conditions to which our concrete infrastructures are exposed. Built to allow the testing of large specimens (4 m), the different environmental chambers make it possible to apply freezing and thawing cycles, to assemble the best conditions for corrosion with salt spray and to enable fatigue testing at extreme temperatures.
Contact: Vincent Aeschlimann, Manager of practical work and research, 418 656-2131, ext. 402036
Sprayed concrete characterization laboratory
This fully equipped laboratory for the production of shotcrete using full-size equipment is unique in the world since it allows research and development activities on shotcrete to be carried out under controlled conditions. This unique laboratory is the basis of fundamental research in the field of shotcrete in addition to being closely linked to the most recent developments in terms of equipment and design of shotcrete mixes.
Contact: Vincent Aeschlimann, Manager of practical work and research, 418 656-2131, ext. 402036
Laboratory on the sustainable development of public infrastructures
This laboratory brings together the vital forces of all civil engineering; the water treatment plant, the geotechnical test trailer for testing concrete pavements, the large structural hall or the other available tools allow the realization of full-scale studies on the elements which affect our public infrastructures. In particular, this laboratory includes equipment to characterize cement pastes by nanoindentation.
Contact: Vincent Aeschlimann, Manager of practical work and research, 418 656-2131, ext. 402036
Microanalysis laboratory
The microanalysis laboratory offers the scientific community, businesses and industry a service for characterizing natural and synthetic materials. The laboratory operates a CAMECA SX-100 electron microprobe and a JEOL 840-A scanning electron microscope (SEM). I also operate a Siemens D5000 X-ray diffractometer. The laboratory is associated with the department of geology and geological engineering as well as the department of mining, metallurgy and materials engineering.
Responsible: Guillaume Barré, Ph.D., Laboratory Manager, 1-418-520-6868
EQUIPMENT
Freezer
Chamber regulated at -18°C. Interior dimensions: 1.98 m. x 1.98m. x 2.00 m.
Saline chamber
Dimensions: 3.62 m. (L) x 6.25m. (L) x 4.22m. (H). Removable roof. Possibility of applying wetting cycles using a salt water mist sprayed using 4 nozzles. Cantilever storage system
Oven
Thermostat regulated at 110°C. Frequently performed tests: drying (ASTM C642, A23.2-11C) and water content (ASTM C566, CSA A23.2-12A)
Chipping chamber
Allows the performance of chipping resistance tests on specimens exposed to de-icing salts (BNQ 2621-905, A23.2-22C or ASTM C672). Interior dimensions: 2.79 m. x 2.79 m. x 2.29m. Standard operation between -18 and 25 degrees Celsius.
Freeze/thaw tomb
Enceinte permettant la réalisation de cycles de gel et de dégel sur prismes en béton (dimension de 75 mm x 100 mm x 400 mm).
Controlled room
Chamber (HR and T) allowing the storage of samples for medium and long term tests. Example of applications: shrinkage prisms (ASTM C157), restricted rings (C1581 or AASHTO T-334), creep (ASTM C512). de-icing salts (BNQ 2621-905, A23.2-22C or ASTM C672). 2.79 m. x 2.79 m. x 2.29m. Operation: -18 and 25 degrees Celsius.
Humid room
Conditioned at 100% RH by a mist of water sprayed using a compressed air system. Allows the storage of concrete/mortar specimens for the development of mechanical resistance.
Cabinet Z44
Temperature conditioning chamber (-73°C to 190°C) or relative humidity (10% to 98%). Interior dimensions of 122 cm x 97
CSZ, ZPH-44-6-6-SC/WC
CSZ, ZPH-16-3.5-3.5-SC/WC
CSZ, ZPH-16-3.5-3.5-SC/WC
Jack chamber
Allows the study of the mechanical behavior of structural elements. Temperature control from -25°C to 45°C and relative humidity between 10% and 90%. Interior dimensions of 9.17 m. (W) x 5.66m. (L) x 4.22m. (H). Cylinders available: 1 x 1000 kN, 1 x 500 kN and 2 x 250 kN. Removable roof.
CSZ, ZPH-16-3.5-3.5-SC / WC
Cabinet Z16
Temperature conditioning chamber (-73°C to 190°C) or relative humidity (10% to 98%). Interior dimensions of 76cm x 76cm x 76cm.
CSZ, ZPH-16-3.5-3.5-SC/WC
Environmental Chamber
Temperature controlled room. Normal use between -25°C and 45°C. Interior dimensions of 3.62 m. (L) x 6.25m. (L) x 4.22m. (H). Removable roof.
Hobart mixer
2, 3 or 7 liter mixer
20 L mixer
Mixer 80 L
Mixer 400 L
Press 5000 kN
Capacity of 5000 kN (compression) and 1500 kN (traction). Allows large-scale tests (beam with a span of up to 15 m). Example: resistance to shear force of slab section reinforced using epoxy adhesive, study of the wood-concrete composite action, study of fatigue resistance of welded connections
MTS, 311
Press 3000 kN
Allows standardized compression tests to be carried out. An improvement of the controller was completed in 2014 (MTS Flex 40) to automate control (load and/or movement). The maximum capacity is 3000 kN for a cylinder stroke of 50 mm
SATEC
Press 1000 kN
MTS press with a capacity of 1000 kN (compression and traction). Example of production: Flexural tenacity of ASTM C1550 fiber-reinforced concrete (RDP), EN-14651 bending test, “post-peak” test (complete stress-strain curve).
MTS, 311
Press 500 kN
MTS press with a capacity of 500 kN (compression and traction). Example of implementation: Stiffness Damage Test (SDT), ASTM C1609 bending test, direct tension test on steel (ASTM E8) or on high performance fiber-reinforced concrete, ASTM E488 pull-out test.
MTS, 322
Creep test bench
6 test benches allowing the study of creep in compression according to ASTM C512. Possibility of installing 3 test pieces in height (150 x 300 mm).
MTT creep bench
3 test benches allowing the study of creep in compression according to ASTM C512. Possibility of installing 5 test pieces in height (150 x 300 mm).
Tensile creep test bench
The test frame allows 18 specimens to be placed under tension simultaneously in tension (6 rows of 3 specimens). A pneumatic system ensures that the load is maintained.
Bending creep bench
Test bench allowing the production of 18 beams in bending simultaneously. Monitoring the evolution of the arrow over time under loading (2 x 20 kg weight).
CSZ, ZPH-16-3.5-3.5-SC/WC
CSZ, ZPH-16-3.5-3.5-SC/WC
Press 150 kN
Allows compression and tension tests. An improvement of the controller was completed in 2013 (5900 Retrofit) to allow automation of the tests. Acquisition and control is possible while moving, charging and/or with an LVDT sensor.
Instron, 4206 - Retrofit 5900
Hydro-Québec Structures Laboratory
This FCI laboratory includes a 625 m2 structural slab, an L-shaped reaction wall (l=24 m, h=10 m), a seismic simulator, 3 test presses (2.5 to 12 MN), a multiaxial system, 12 cylinders (0.5 to 2 MN), a hybrid controller, 3 concrete mixers and a conditioning chamber.
Contact: Clélia Desmettre, Eng., Ph.D. Research Associate, 1-514-340-4711 # 3119
EQUIPMENT
Freeze-thaw tomb for concrete
Humboldt H3185
Conditioning under load
CSZ, TT-3.3-.075-.075-H/AC
-34 to 100°C positionable on a press.
Specimen conditioning under loading
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Freezer
GENEQ, SC3409A-00
0 to -34°C
Vacuum pump
Welch (pump), 25746B-01
CSZ cabinet
Room 23°C and 50% RH
Chamber with temperature control at 23°C (plus or minus 2°C) and relative humidity at 50% RH (plus or minus 5%)
Desiccator
Concrete mixer 150 L
Eirich, R09T
The cover + mixing blades assembly is raised via a hydraulic system and the mixing tank tilts.
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Acquisition of optical fibers, thermocouples
Smartec, SOFO and ADAM
Smartec SOFO portable system, for optical fiber acquisition + ADAM external modules for thermocouple measurements
Concrete grinding machine
Marui Group Japan, MIT-196-1-30
Table vibrante pour spécimens de béton
Class II laser
Dewalt, DW087-DW088
Accelerometers
Multiple brands
Various accelerometers: 2, 3, 5, 10, 20 and 50 g
Linear potentiometers
(Linear-Pot)
Multiple brands
±6, ±12.5, ±25, ±50, ±75, ±100mm
Load cell
Various brands
Tension (T) 4.5kN, Tension/Compression (T/C) 18kN, T/C 22kN, T/C 45kN, T/C 89kN, Compression (C) 100kN, T/C222 kN, C 500kN, T/C 890kN , C 1000kN, Humbolt loading ring 11 kips
Image correlation analysis
Correlated Solutions, VIC3D (v7)
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Inclinometers
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Multiple brands
±20°, ±30°
Strain gauges
Multiple brands
Strain gauges to stick on the surfaces of materials and gauges embedded in concrete
LVDT
MacroSensors, Solartron
± 0.5, ± 1, ± 1.27, ± 2.54, ± 5, ± 10, ± 15, ± 25, ± 75, ± 100, ± 150 mm
String potentiometers (String-Pot)
Multiple brands
50, 127, 254, 300, 381, 500, 635, 750, 762, 1016, 1270, 1500, 1905, 2540, 3810, 8890 mm
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Compression creep frames
500T press
Amsler
Press 2.5MN
Instron
6DDL loading system
MTS
Cylinders
Various brands
MDT cylinder (1x 1500 kN), AMSLER cylinders (2 x 25 kN, 4 x 50 kN, 2 x 100 kN, 2 x 240 kN, 2 x 500 kN) - MTS cylinders (1 x 110 kN, 2 x 250 kN, 2 x 500 kN, 7 x 1000 kN, 4 x 2000 kN)
Press 10,000lbs
Applied Test System (ATS)
Press 12.5MN
High performance seismic simulator
Multiple brands
Dimensions in plan: 3.4 m × 3.4 m, Bearing capacity (specimens): 15 T, Frequencies: 0-50 Hz, Max displacement: ± 125 mm, Max acceleration: ± 1 g (full capacity), ± 3 g (empty)
Carbonation laboratory
The laboratory has a large carbonation and curing chamber (0.4m in diameter and 1m in length) for full scale concrete products, smaller carbonation chambers (5-10 liters) for recording in -locate the mass curve during the carbonation reaction kinetics; a dynamic gasification chamber for atmospheric pressure carbonation.
Contact: William Cook, Ph.D., Systems Manager, Research Associate, 1-514-398-8176
Environmental characterization laboratories
This laboratory contains a structural slab equipped for testing large-scale elements, a 4500 kN computerized testing machine, a rigid frame for testing very high strength concrete cylinders, a high-speed data acquisition system for structural tests.
Contact: William Cook, Ph.D., Systems Manager, Research Associate, 1-514-398-8176
Laboratory of the durability of cementitious materials and non-destructive measures applied to concrete
The laboratory includes a freeze-thaw chamber, a non-contact resistivity measurement device for in-situ monitoring of the hardening of fresh concrete, a set of equipment for non-destructive tests (rebound hammer, Windsor probe, speed of ultrasonic pulses, resonance frequency, pachometer, surface resistivity, etc.), an acoustic emission system used for live monitoring of cracking.
Contact: William Cook, Ph.D., Systems Manager, Research Associate, 1-514-398-8176
Building Materials Lab
This 140 m2 laboratory is specifically dedicated to the durability and non-destructive testing of concrete.
The equipment can test chloride resistance, alkali-silica reaction and freeze-thaw durability. The microstructure can be studied by mercury intrusion porosimetry or by optical microscopy. An environmental chamber allows you to simulate different outdoor environments.
Contact: Ahmed Soliman,Ph.D, P.Eng. Associate professor, 1 514-848-2424 #3915
EQUIPMENT
Heat of hydration
Calmetrix, I-Cal 2000 HPC
Water permeation test
GERMANN INSTRUMENTS, GWT-4000
Rapid Chloride Permeability Tester
Proove’ it, HM-723F: 220V/50-60Hz
Dynamic Modulus
Lang Sensorik, RA 100 Concrete
Concrete Resistivity Meter
Proceq, Resipod
Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity
Process, HR0-C7055
Rheometer
Brookfield, RST-SST
Compression machine
ELE, Accu-Tek Touch 250 Series
