Nukendbox tm deluxe is a one size fits most nuclear gauge transportation container. Leak test kits for performing a leak test on sealed source devices. Frequently asked questions american portable nuclear gauge association. A nuclear density gauge is a tool used in civil construction and the petroleum industry, as well as for mining and archaeology purposes. Model 3430 iii troxler service centers troxler corporate headquarters 3008 cornwallis road p. A quiz will be given at the end and a certificate issued with a passing score. Choose a transit method air or truck and speed overnight, two day, etc. The model 3430 provides the basic features required for determining the density of asphalt, soil. With features that will change the way you take, analyze, and report density readings, they truly represent the future of density gauge technology. Nov 15, 2011 a quick demonstration of a troxler nuclear gauge in action at an ash pit in pennsylvania. The acu enables the owner of a troxler model 3411b surface moisturedensity gauge to enjoy all the features and functions of our model 3430 gauge for less than the cost of a new gauge.
Like the model 3241c, the model 3242 uses a small nuclear source to measure the asphalt content of a sample. This report, originally written in 1981, contains valuable information that is still appropriate with todays troxler models 3430, 3440 and 3450 gauges. All gauge transfer methods must be done with the assistance and approval of the radiation safety division. The nux safety containment box is an enhanced field security system for nuclear gauges. Congratulations on the purchase of the troxler model 3411b advanced control unit acu. Nuclear soil probes operational characteristics of equipment a. A packet of handouts is provided for assistance during the course and for future reference.
Troxler also carries a wide range of topquality laboratory testing equipment including asphalt drying units, gyratory compactors, infrared ignition ovens, and much more. Up procedures for the 3440 nuclear gauge the standard count should be taken daily before any testing is. Surface moisturedensity gauge and its applications. Certificate of calibration of troxler electronic inc.
Nuclear asphalt content gauge the nuclear gauge used in this evaluation was the troxler 3241b asphalt content gauge fig 1. It consists of a radiation source that emits a directed. Interface wifh the national gauge program director on gauge questions. Troxlers model 3242 microlab asphalt content system provides a quick, accurate and safe method of measuring the asphalt content of your bituminous mixes in your lab. Michigan american portable nuclear gauge association.
Troxler 3440 used nuclear soil moisture density gauge. Load ring 60 kn with digital gauge 0,001 mm hollow punch 60 x 60 mm shear hollow punch dia 112,8 mm consolidation. The special material license is issued by the nuclear regulatory commission nrc. As changes are made to local, state, and federal regulations on a continuing basis, the owneruser must maintain a knowledge of. Also included are a list of the gauge parts and accessories, instructions for.
This course provides the certification required to operate and transport nuclear moisture density gauges. Pdf egaugea new lowactivity nuclear gauge for soil wet. United states radiation safety public dose estimate. This drill pin is compatible with cpn, instrotek and troxler guide plates.
Technical specialist and product specialist for nuclear gauges at troxler. Dot, type 7a radioactive materials transport label. Distribution statement nuclear density gauge, nuclear gauge correlation, hma pavement coring, hma pavement. Feb 27, 2017 using troxler nuclear gauge instruments udot university. Rainhart balloon volumete r field test procedures test results and discussion conclusions recommendations for future research bibliography appendix a. Troxler ezship allows you to generate the proper paperwork in a few simple steps. Evaluation of the troxler model 3241b asphalt content gauge. A quick demonstration of a troxler nuclear gauge in action at an ash pit in pennsylvania. Please note that some of troxler s software requires a license and must be ordered by calling troxler customer service at 1877 troxler. Nuclear gauge calibration, nuclear gauge repair services. By calculating the percentage of particles that return to the sensor. The model 3430 manual of operation and instruction contains information on how the model 3430 operates, and provides directions on the use of this gauge. Adobe acrobat reader is available as a free download from the.
If you are uncertain what this means do not bid on this item. American portable nuclear gauge training manual apnga. Battery packs are fully protected against overcharge and overdischarge. The model3241b satisfies all requirements of astm method d412583, standard method of test for asphalt content of bituminous mixtures by the nuclear method 3. Enroll today at all attendees must first complete a nuclear gauge operator safety and hazmat course. Flash is required to complete the coursesclick below to download the latest version of adobe flash player. Please note that some of troxlers software requires a license and must be ordered by calling troxler customer service at 1877troxler. Usda ohsec radiation safety division nuclear gauges.
Recognizing the need for an improved method of measuring the density of thin layer asphalt overlays, troxler, the world leader in nuclear gauge technology, developed the first true thin layer density gauge, the troxler model 4640b. A nuclear gauge may also be transferred to another usda employee with a nuclear gauge permit, or to any non usda person or organization that is licensed by the state or the nrc to have the gauge. While in the standard mode the gauge will test the number of density and moisture counts received by the detector tubes. This oven provides fast warmup twenty minutes or less at 240 vac and short burn times.
Basic gauge operation troxler electronic laboratories. Please refer to your operators manual for more detailed information. Frequently asked questions nuclear gauge training online. Correlation of nuclear density readings with cores cut. This course is for nuclear moisture density gauge operators. Troxler 3430 surface moisture density gauge troxler electronic. Online training tlc troxler electronic laboratories. Checklist for use of the nuclear gauge troxler model 3440 mobile app offers a helpful tool for conducting dot density testing from anywhere in the field. A short quiz is given at the end of each lesson to test for comprehension of the information.
Here we provide repair and calibration services for humboldt gauges, as well as those manufactured by troxler and cpn. Label required for nuclear gauge transport by aircraft. Troxler instruments since 1958, troxler has been dedicated to developing, manufacturing, and servicing precision quality control measurement equipment, including nuclear gauges, gyratory compactors and asphalt ignition ovens. Core features are free forever the dot density testing and inspection. American portable nuclear gauge association strives to offer the viewer the most indepth and comprehensive coverage of regulations, issues, references and resources and is dedicated to covering just the material pertaining to moisture density gauges. My company has a number of nuclear density gauges spread throughout the. Modot will not transfer radiological material to anyone without a special materials license. Troxler battery pack for troxler nuclear soil moisture density gauge. Troxler electronic laboratories training online training tlc. Subgrade compaction tester for soil and asphalt lifts, model 3440, 8 measuring depth, model 3411b, 12 measuring depth. There are some basic parameters that need to be set in the gauge s memory. Are you tired of unreasonable charges, poor service, and long turn around times. It is inevitable that questions will arise regarding regulations, procedures, documentation, etc.
It consists of a radiation source that emits a cloud of particles and a sensor that counts the received particles that are either reflected by the test material or pass through it. Dec, 2015 a nuclear density gauge is a tool used in civil construction and the petroleum industry, as well as for mining and archaeology purposes. Troxler offers a wide range of surface gauges, pavement uniformity devices and moisture probes to serve all your field testing needs. Troxler ezship makes shipping your nuclear gauges to a troxler service center for maintenance, repair, or disposal simple and straightforward. After 5 hours of inactivity, gauge performs complete shutdown. This item is a 2 troxler nuclear moisture density gauge with the following. Download training manual the american portable nuclear gauge association apnga was established to serve portable nuclear gauge moisture density gauge owners and users. Beryllium with 70,000 nsec yield, tel a102451 source form stainless steel doubly encapsulated. Troxler nuclear soil moisture density gauge, model 3440 is used to measure the density of asphalt, soil, aggregate or concrete and the moisture of soil or aggregate.
Portable nuclear gauge safety online training manual. The model 3411b advanced control unit manual of operation. Using troxler nuclear gauge instruments udot university. Call us for the best prices, the best quality, the friendliest and the most knowledgeable service technicians. Humboldt maintains a complete repair and calibration facility at our raleigh, north carolina location. Nrc region lll 2443 warrenville road, suite 210 lisle, il 605324352 6308299500 8005223025. The roadreader plus combines the measurement modes proven in thousands of troxler 3400 series gauges with a patented method for true thin layer asphalt and concrete bridge deck overlay density measurement.
Michigan state american portable nuclear gauge association. The american portable nuclear gauge association apnga was established. Questions american portable nuclear gauge association. Heavyduty forged steel drill pin for nuclear density gauges. The troxler model 3430 surface moisturedensity gauge. Troxler troxler 3450 nuclear density gauge at allen. Study of the troxler nuclear soil density and moisture gauges. Ash compaction tests troxler nuclear gauge youtube. Up procedures for the 3440 nuclear gauge the standard count should be taken daily before any testing is done to check gauge operation and allow the. You may also have questions about gauge use or about apnga and the website. A new projectbyproject nuclear gauge density correction procedure that requires 10 cut cores to improve accuracy is presented in this report.
The purpose of the training was to provide an overview of. Gauge returns to gauge ready power saving mode after two minutes of inaction, except in standard, stat test, drift test, and in nomograph programs when a 30minute delay is provided. Designed to fit troxler, cpn, instrotek nuclear gauges. This web based association is designed to assist members on regulatory and industry issues and training.
Troxler battery for 3440, 3430 and 4640b atlantic supply. Basic gauge components figure 121 indicates the general location of parts that are common to all nuclear gauges. The troxler model 3440 is used for illustrative purposes. It can make the difference between a failing and a passing test. The current edition of the manual can also be downloaded.
The troxler model 3430 gives you the fast, accurate, and consistent results you need to fulfill the testing requirements on todays construction projects. We are not finished with your gauge until you are fully satisfied. A standard block is used to give a quick check of the gauges ability to measure density and moisture. Troxler offers free downloads of software to use with your gauges or gyratory compactors.
The euler characteristic 36 lightcone coordinates 39 solutions of the wave equation 43 open strings with free endpoints 44. This is troxler model 4590 egauge by troxler labs on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. Nuclear gauge list wisconsin department of transportation. Equations of motion 21 the relativistic point particle 22 strings in spacetime 28 equations of motion for the string 32 the polyakov action 36 mathematical aside. Radiological specification gamma source 8 1 mci cesium7 tel a102112 neutron source 4010% mci americium241.
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