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Engineering Services

Our accredited laboratory delivers comprehensive materials testing across five disciplines - giving contractors, agencies, and engineers the accurate, reliable data they need to move projects forward with confidence.

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ENGINEERING SERVICES SPECIFICS

Technical Expertise Built Over Generations.

CTL's engineering team does more than complete a deliverable. We bring the kind of deep, applied knowledge that helps clients solve problems, reduce risk, and make informed decisions throughout the life of a project.

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Geotechnical Investigations

Field investigations and laboratory analysis to support Phase I and II design projects, including authoring Roadway Geotechnical Reports (RGR) and Structural Geotechnical Reports (SGR) for local and regional agencies.

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Mixture Design

Optimized and environmentally friendly concrete mix designs. Multitude types of HMA mix designs ranging from the versatile dense graded mixes, the high performing gap graded Stone Matrix Asphalt (SMA) to the echo friendly open graded pervious mixes. All HMA mixes are designed with a performance-based and a cost-effective approach. This CTL mix design development process is grounded in decades of materials expertise giving contractors and producers formulations they can build with confidence.

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Material Recommendations

Independent, unbiased guidance on material selection and product evaluation, helping clients make informed decisions backed by technical knowledge and real-world performance data.

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Consulting Engineering

Project-specific technical consulting from engineers who have worked on both the agency and contractor side, bringing a well-rounded perspective to every challenge.

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Project Documentation

Thorough, accurate documentation services including geotechnical reports, inspection records, and project deliverables prepared to agency and client standards culminating in a seamless and expedient project close-out process.

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Emerging Tech Evaluation

Evaluation of new products and equipment to support implementation within agency standards, including HMA and PCC additives, performance testing equipment, state-of-the-art testing equipment, and smoothness testing equipment.

EXPERIENCE YOU CAN COUNT ON

110+

Years of Experience

4

Material Disciplines

100%

Accredited

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FEATURED PROJECTS

Real Projects. Real Impacts.

ALL PROJECTS
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DRESDEN LOCK & DAM

Illinois River

 $48 million project included replacement of the miter gates, electrical systems, and valve recesses.

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HUBOLT ROAD EXTENSION

Joliet, IL

A new bridge was constructed over the Des Plaines River providing a new river crossing for the Joliet area.

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METRA PETERSON RIDGE STATION

Chicago, IL

$22 million project consisted of two six-car platforms, ADA compliant ramps and stairs, warming house, two shelters, paved parking area of 50 cars and renovations to the 130-year old bridges at Peterson & Ridge Avenues.

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A Solid Start to Your Next Project

Get in touch with our team today to see how Chicago Testing Laboratory can help you complete your project, on time and on budget.

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