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Texture by the sand circle method measurements

Published: | Category: Skid resistance & texture , Surfacing , Specifications | Audiences: Road traffic engineers & consultants, Roading contractors

This test procedure covers the determination of the average texture depth of a paved surface using sand to give the volume of voids. The method is suitable for the measurement of surfaces with average texture depths greater than 0.45 mm (less than 350 mm sand circle diameter).

Publication details

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  • Published: 1981
  • Reference: TNZ T/03
  • Also known as: T/3; T3