Masonry, Grout & Natural StoneAt Western Technologies we have highly trained field and laboratory technicians to perform masonry testing and inspections for construction projects. Since 1955, we have been an industry leader in performing quality assurance inspections and masonry testing in the field and our state-of-the-art laboratories. Laboratory compressive strength testing of mortar and grout specimens prepared at the site will ensure that your masonry work meets both your project specifications and applicable local building codes.

Many different types of stone, brick, block and masonry units are used depending upon the architect's preferences. Inspections of these items are based on the project drawings and attributes such as reinforcement and the types of mortar and grout used.

  • Field inspections of masonry units.

  • Sampling of mortar and grout materials.

  • Compressive strength testing of mortar and grout.

  • Masonry reinforcement inspections.

  • Compressive strength of masonry prisms (composite samples of masonry, cast in field by contractor).

  • Saw cutting of masonry prisms from existing structures to test compressive strength.

  • Laboratory testing of brick.

  • Laboratory testing of masonry units.

  • Design mixes for mortar and grout.

  • Stone and brick veneer testing.