Construction materials testing
Curing Tank (Water Curing Tank)
A temperature-controlled water tank in which concrete cubes, cylinders and mortar cubes are stored until testing so they gain strength under standard conditions.
- Construction materials testing
- Ready-mix concrete plants
- Precast concrete
- Cement plants
- Construction sites
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance checklist
Daily
- Record water temperature
- Check water level and circulation
Monthly
- Clean sediment and algae; change water as the SOP requires
- Check heater and pump for scale
Six-monthly / annual
- Water temperature check (multi-point) with a calibrated thermometer
- Calibration of the controller sensor and data logger
- Electrical safety check of heater and pump
SAFETY
Safety precautions
Before you work on the Curing tank
- Water and electricity: make sure the heater and pump are earthed and protected by a residual-current device.
- Lime water is alkaline: wear gloves and eye protection.
- Lift heavy specimens correctly or use a lifting aid.
- Keep the floor around the tank dry to prevent slips.
In LimsPulse · Calibration Management
Keep every Curing tank in control: usage logs, calibration and maintenance schedules, and automatic blocking of overdue instruments.