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Shive-Hattery exists to provide unparalleled client service through a collaborative approach, thoughtful consultation, and crystal-clear communication.

Our testing clients and staff connect with Testing Plus — an in-house, web-based program we developed to keep communication flowing in real time. In Testing Plus, we accurately document results and generate easy-to-read reports to share with clients and stakeholders every 24 hours.

The information and resources you need, are at your fingertips 24/7.

Shive-Hattery’s testing laboratory is located in our Iowa City office (near Interstate 80) and is equipped with finely-tuned state-of-the-art equipment and a team of dedicated and qualified professionals.

We are on call to conduct site visits and consultations, and can quickly and accurately determine the information you need to move forward during the construction of your project.

Our Most Common Tests

Our team is trained to conduct more than 130 tests, certified by 19 regulatory bodies, and on-call as your trusted advisors at every step of your project.

Earthwork & Aggregate

Deep Foundation Observation
Standard and Modified Proctors
Nuclear Density Testing
Proofroll Observation
Atterburg limits
Bearing Capacity
Permeability Testing
Sieve Analysis
Hydrometer Testing
Performance Evaluation

Concrete Reinforcement

Beam/Column Size Check
Rebar Size and Spacing
Lap Length Verification
Clearance Verification
Stirrup Spacing
Shop Drawing Check
Epoxy Coating Check
Post-Tension Observation

Masonry Wall

Masonry Unit Size Check
Reinforcing Steel Size
Grout/Mortar Sampling and Testing
Compressive Cube and Cylinders
Masonry Cell Grouting
Spacing Check

Asphalt

Core Density
Core Thickness
Aggregate Extraction
HMA Mix Designs

Waterproofing

Substrate Observations
Installation Inspections
Warranty Documentation/
Inspections

Fireproofing

Thickness
Density
Adhesion
Visual In-Place Firestop
Inspections

Concrete

Slump
Air Content
Compression Cylinders
Flexural Beams
Concrete Drying Shrinkage
W/C Ratio
Maturity Curve
Concrete Coring
Floor Flatness & Levelness
Non-Destructive Testing
Concrete Mix Designs
Concrete Consultation

Structural Steel

Bolt Size Verification
Bolt Type Verification
Torque Testing
Visual Testing
Liquid Penetrant Testing
Magnetic Particle Testing
Ultrasonic Testing
Anchor Pull Testing
Stud Ping and Bend Testing

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