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This work tip provides guidance on binder sampling to ensure that consistent and reliably representative samples are obtained so that any test results: represent, as near as practicable, an average of a consignment or batch

This test method is used to measure the ability of a concrete with a maximum coarse aggregate size of 20 mm or less to retain its water under pressure. This test determines the amount of water de-filtered when concrete is subjected to a certain…

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5341 sets out the requirements for the repair of cracks in concrete, including supply and quality of materials, surface preparation, application, relevant testing and acceptance criteria. The technical…

The webinar showcases the projects recognised with the Austroads Bridge Awards. The Austroads Bridge Awards acknowledge individuals and organisations that have delivered outstanding bridge structures and design across Australia and New Zealand. The…

Austroads test method 710 describes the procedure for determining the chloride content of select backfill material intended for use in reinforced earth structures. Chloride content is determined by water extraction and titrimetric analysis of the…

Transport for NSW (TfNSW) utilises various electrochemical protection systems such as cathodic protection, chloride extraction and re-alkalisation. Whilst the technical merits for re-alkalisation and chloride extraction are proven, there have been…

Sydney Gateway is a road and rail project to cater for forecast growth in passengers and freight through Sydney Airport and Port Botany. The project comprises road (Stages 1 &

Sydney Gateway Stage 3 contains a 550m long Viaduct connecting the upgraded Qantas Drive with Sydney Airport domestic arrival and departure terminals. This paper will give an overview of some of the interesting and less conventional aspects of its…

The $761 million Monash Freeway Upgrade Stage 2 involves the addition of 36 kilometres of new lanes to one of Melbourneís busiest freeways. As part of the project, eight of the existing bridges required widening. While each of the bridges had its…

The Princes Highway outbound ramp is a 170 m long, five span bridge over the West Gate Freeway in Altona, Melbourne. As part of the West Gate Tunnel Project, at-grade realignment of the interchange configuration required replacement of two of the…