Construction

Concrete analysis with X-ray technology

Precision for long-lasting structures

The demands placed on modern concrete are high: it must be durable, high-performance and compliant with standards, both in new construction and maintenance. To meet these requirements, precise and comprehensive material analysis is essential. Rigaku offers powerful solutions based on WDXRF and XRD, specially developed for the challenges of concrete analysis.

Our WDXRF systems enable fast and reliable elemental analysis of cement pastes, additives, fillers, aggregates and powdered concrete samples. Whether for composition control, recipe monitoring or the detection of potentially critical substances such as alkali, sulfur or chlorine, Rigaku offers the right solution. With pre-calibrated app packages such as OXIDE-FB PAK, up to 23 oxide components can be determined in a standardized and reproducible manner, ideal for routine use in the laboratory and in quality assurance.

In addition, our XRD systems provide in-depth insights into the mineralogical phase structure in concrete. The method allows the identification and quantification of hydrated cement phases (e.g. ettringite, portlandite), carbonation products (calcite) and reactive phases in the context of sulphate or alkali-silica reactions (ASR). The integration of Rietveld refinement allows phase fractions to be precisely quantified, a decisive advantage in durability investigations, damage analyses or condition assessments in existing concrete.

With Rigaku, you benefit from a comprehensive analytical approach: preconfigured calibration packages, user-friendly software, high instrument availability and excellent technical support ensure smooth integration into your concrete laboratory. Rely on proven X-ray technology for safety, quality and future-proof concrete construction.