The UCPRC laboratories are fully equipped to support advanced research and testing of cementitious systems and concrete materials, and are certified by AASHTO Re:source, CCRL, and Caltrans.
Concrete & Cement Laboratories
The Cement Laboratory at UCPRC provides comprehensive capabilities for evaluating cement and supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), including assessments of mineralogical properties, cementitious reactivity, strength development, and durability. The Concrete Laboratory supports the production and testing of concrete in standard cylinder and beam sizes, with full capabilities for evaluating fresh properties, mechanical performance, and long-term durability.
Asphalt Binder & Mix Laboratories
The Asphalt Binder and Mix Laboratories at UCPRC support integrated research on the design, production, and performance of asphalt materials. The Binder Laboratory enables detailed characterization of conventional, modified, and recycled binders, while the Mix Laboratory facilitates the fabrication and testing of asphalt specimens under controlled laboratory conditions. Together, these laboratories allow for flexible specimen preparation using multiple compaction and curing approaches, and support comprehensive evaluation of mix performance characteristics, including stiffness, durability, and volumetric properties. This work advances understanding of binder–aggregate interaction, mix optimization, and long-term pavement behavior.
Cold Recycling Laboratories
The Cold Recycling Laboratories at UCPRC support research on in-place and plant-based cold recycling techniques. These laboratories enable the design and evaluation of cold-recycled asphalt materials, including cold in-place recycling (CIR), cold central plant recycling (CCPR), and full-depth reclamation (FDR). Capabilities include specimen fabrication using recycled materials and emulsion or foamed asphalt binders, as well as performance testing under controlled curing and loading conditions. The laboratories provide insight into mix design optimization, early-age behavior, and long-term structural performance, contributing to improved specifications and broader implementation of cold recycling strategies.
