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Purpose
This section of MetaField allows you to record data specific to concrete, grout and mortar samples. In MetaField these different activities are broken down into the Sample Types listed below.
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Data input screens will vary based on the selected Sample Type. Even though there are two separate buttons on the main Field menu, the general screen flow for concrete, grout and mortar sample records is very similar. Screen shots below may be for a particular sample type, but would apply to other sample types also. |
Sample
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- Used for logging information regarding the delivery of concrete only
- No field tests are performed
- No samples are collected.
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- Used for logging information regarding the delivery of concrete and various tests performed in the field (e.g., Air Content, Slump, etc.)
- No specimens are collected
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- Concrete cast cylinder specimens (compressive strength testing)
- Field tests performed
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- Concrete beam specimens (modulus of rupture testing)
- Field tests performed
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- Submersive density testing
- Field tests performed
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- Grout cylinder specimens
- Field tests performed
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- Grout prism specimens
- Field tests performed
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- Mortar cube specimens
- Field tests performed
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- Mortar cylinder specimens
- Field tests performed
Selecting a Project
To select a project, you can choose the Search Projects button. If you are already in a project, you can change projects by selecting the Project Number.
Last Logged Sample
If the project you are working with has already had samples logged to it, you will see the details regarding the last logged sample. This may be helpful in determining the next set number for you to record on your cylinder molds. Samples saved as a Draft status will not display in this section.
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Section
After you have selected a project Sample Type (Add Sample button) you will be taken to the main Sample screen.
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Technician |
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Date Logged / Cast |
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Placement Location |
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Location Details |
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Longitude |
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Latitude |
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Project Location ID |
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Alternate Sample / Set # |
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Specifications Section
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Specified Strength Modulus of Rupture |
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Specified Strength Test Age |
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Min/Max Wet Unit Weight Min/Max Dry Unit Weight |
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Lower / Upper Specified Air Limit |
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Lower / Upper Specified Slump |
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Lower / Upper Specified Spread |
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Lower / Upper Flow Cone Limit |
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Lower / Upper Cone Penetration Limit |
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Notes & WBS
This screen allows you to enter notes pertaining to the current sample. These notes are only internal notes that can be viewed in the Quality Control module. In addition the project work breakdown structure for this field transaction can be defined along with the number of hours spent on this work.
Saving a Concrete Sample
You have two options when saving: Save and Save As Draft.
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Save |
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Save As Draft |
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Copying and Adding Related Concrete Sample
After you have successfully saved a sample, you will have the option of copying the sample you just entered.
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