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.  Image Removed
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| Concrete |
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| Batch Log | - Used for logging information regarding the delivery of concrete only
- No field tests are performed
- No samples are collected.
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| Field Test | - 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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| Cast Cylinder | - Concrete cast cylinder specimens (compressive strength testing)
- Field tests performed
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| Beam | - Concrete beam specimens (modulus of rupture testing)
- Field tests performed
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| Density Test | - Submersive density testing
- Field tests performed
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| Grout / Mortar |
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| Grout Cylinder | - Grout cylinder specimens
- Field tests performed
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| Grout Prism | - Grout prism specimens
- Field tests performed
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| Mortar Cube | - Mortar cube specimens
- Field tests performed
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| Mortar Cylinder | - Mortar cylinder specimens
- Field tests performed
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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.
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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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Sample 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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Sample Section
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| Sample Type | - Visual reference to the sample type selected
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| Technician | - Select the person who is performing the work
- Defaults to the current user
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This is a required field |
| Date Logged / Cast | - Record the date by typing in a value or selecting from the calendar
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This is a required field |
| Placement Location | - Select corresponding location from
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the drop-downList - provided choices
- List may be preflitered based on selections made in Project Specifications
- You can override the prefiltered list by unchecking Filter by Project
- Global list is controlled by your MetaField Business Administrator
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This is a required field- Not required if the Technician = "generic user" (i.e. a contractor, client, etc.)
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| Location Details | - Type in additional location information
- 500 character limit.
- This is a required field
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| Longitude | - Longitude (in degrees) where the activity is happening
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Up to 8 decimal places are allowed in the longitude value. |
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| Latitude | - Latitude (in degrees) where the activity is happening
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Up to 8 decimal places are allowed in the latitude value. |
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| Project Location ID | - Client defined field to identify granular site locations based on business process.
- This information displays in QC only, not on reports.
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| Alternate Sample / Set # | - Used to store an alternate / cross-reference sample and set number
- Optional and not used very often
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Specifications Section
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Specified Strength Modulus of Rupture | - Enter the Specified Strength for the sample
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
- Modulus of Rupture only applies to Beam sample types
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| Specified Strength Test Age | - Enter the test age for the Specified Strength (i.e. 28 days)
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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Min/Max Wet Unit Weight
Min/Max Dry Unit Weight | - Enter unit weight specifications
- Displays for Density Test sample types
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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| Lower / Upper Specified Air Limit | - Air Content low / high limit specifications
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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| Lower / Upper Specified Slump | - Slump low / high limit specifications
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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| Lower / Upper Specified Spread | - Spread low / high specifications
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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| Lower / Upper Flow Cone Limit | - Flow Cone low / high specifications
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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| Lower / Upper Cone Penetration Limit | - Cone Penetration low / high specifications
- Defaults if defined in Project Specifications
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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.
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Saving a Concrete Sample
You have two options when saving: Save and Save As Draft.
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| Save | - Saves the sample with a status of Logged.
- Sample will be available in QC.
- Sample can be included on a Daily Report.
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| Save As Draft | - Saves the sample with a status of Draft
- Sample will NOT be available in QC
- Sample will NOT be available to be included on a Daily Report.
- Can be accessed within the Manage Concrete Samples Field Screen
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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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| Copy Last Sample | - Opens a new sample record
- Several fields will be copied from the previous sample
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| Add Related Sample | - Opens a new sample record
- Several fields will be copied from previous sample
- Creates a relationship between the two sample records. This relationship is viewable from QC.
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| If you are taking two different Sample Types from the same truck (e.g., Cast Cylinder and Density Test), you may choose to add these as related samples |
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| Manage Concrete Samples | See Manage Concrete Samples |
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