Soil Testing Equipment

Los Angeles Machine - Consists of a hollow steel cylinder, closed at both ends, having an inside diameter of 700mm and inside length of 500mm. The cylinder mounted on a sturdy frame on ball bearings. The opening is closed dust tight with a removable bolted cover in place. A detachable shelf which extends through the drum catches the abrasive charge and does not allow it to fall on the cover. The drum is rotated at a speed of 30-33 RPM by an electric motor through a heavy duty reduction gear. Fitted with revolution counter and push button starter.