NatTest Lab · Structural investigation and NDT
Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity (UPV) Testing
Ultrasonic pulse-velocity testing measures the travel speed of pulses through concrete to assess uniformity and identify areas for further investigation. It is not a direct measurement of compressive strength.
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