Middle East Labs Trading (MIDLAB) supplies genuine Matest Los Angeles abrasion test machines in Kuwait, used to measure the resistance of aggregate to abrasion and impact — a key durability check for road base and asphalt aggregate.
What the LA Abrasion Test Measures
The Los Angeles abrasion test (ASTM C131/C535, AASHTO T96) tumbles a graded aggregate sample with steel spheres inside a rotating drum for a set number of revolutions, then measures the percentage of material worn away and passing a fine sieve. A lower LA abrasion value indicates a harder, more durable aggregate suited to Kuwait's road base and asphalt applications.
LA Abrasion Equipment MIDLAB Supplies in Kuwait
MIDLAB supplies Matest Los Angeles abrasion machines, steel spheres and sieving equipment for aggregate testing laboratories across Kuwait.
Applications on Kuwait Projects
LA abrasion testing is a standard acceptance check for aggregate supplied to Kuwait road, asphalt and concrete projects, since locally sourced aggregate quality can vary between quarries. Specifying and verifying a maximum LA abrasion loss helps protect pavements and structures from premature aggregate breakdown under Kuwait's heavy vehicle traffic and handling during construction.
Why Choose MIDLAB in Kuwait?
- Genuine Matest equipment, sourced directly from the manufacturer.
- Local technical support and nationwide delivery across Kuwait.
- Trusted by geotechnical, asphalt, concrete and steel testing laboratories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a high LA abrasion value indicate?
A high LA abrasion loss indicates a softer, less durable aggregate that may break down under traffic loading or during handling, making it less suitable for road base or asphalt applications.
Does MIDLAB supply Los Angeles abrasion test machines in Kuwait?
Yes. MIDLAB supplies genuine Matest LA abrasion machines in Kuwait, with nationwide delivery and technical support.
How many drum revolutions are used in the LA abrasion test?
The standard test uses 500 revolutions (or 1000 for coarser gradings) of the LA drum with a specified charge of steel spheres, per ASTM C131/C535.
Related guides: Aggregate Test Equipment, Asphalt Testing Equipment.
