TIFTON SOIL LAB
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individual tests

individual tests


Complete Physical Analysis (ASTM F1815) - Complete physical analysis  including water permeability rate, pore space distribution, bulk density,  particle density, and water retention. 
(2-3 days)

Complete Particle Size Analysis (ASTM F1632 and Hydrometer Method) - Percent sand, silt, clay, and sand fractions.
(1 day)

Uniformity Coefficient (CU)
(1 day)

Organic Matter Analysis (ASTM F1647 Method A) - Determined by loss on ignition.
(1 day) 

pH and Lime Recommendations (ASTM D4972 Method A) - Determined using water and calcium chloride solution.

(1 day)

Particle Shape (ASTM F1632) 
(1 day)

Particle Density (D854 Method A)
(1 day)

Moisture (ASTM D2974 Method A)
(1 day)

  • Home
  • Services
    • Lab Tests and Turnaround Time
    • Procedure for Taking Samples
    • Procedure for Sending Samples
    • Description of Tests
    • Customers Outside Continental U.S.
  • Resources
    • A2LA Scope of Accreditation
    • Current USGA Recommendations
    • Sportsturf Rootzone (SRM) Sands
    • Analysis Request Form
    • Permit to Receive Soil (Outside Continental US Only)
  • Clients
  • Staff
  • Contact