Slump is a measure of the consistency of a concrete mix, or its ability to flow, and is often used to evaluate how much water has been used in the mix. Concrete with a slump that i… See more

Testing for concrete slump is a quick procedure that can be performed on the jobsite using relatively inexpensive, but specialized, equipment. For ready-mix concrete, t… See more

Knowing what the consistency of your concrete mix is when it arrives on the jobsite allows you to make adjustments to the concrete before placement and prevent potential pr… See more

When concrete has a higher-than-specified slump, or is too wet, it becomes weaker and more susceptible to cracking. As a general rule, every additional inch of slump reduces co… See more