Tramex CME4 Concrete Moisture Meter Encounter

Tramex CME4 Concrete Encounter Moisture Meter provides instant non-destructive content testing per ASTM F2659 for concrete slabs. The Tramex CME4 is designed specifically for use on concrete slabs and measures up to 6% moisture content. A concrete slab may appear to be dry, but without proper moisture testing before installing carpet or other materials could lead to floor failures such as condensation, blistering, mold, or other conditions that would deteriorate the floor covering.

A technician is easily able to take multiple test using the Tramex CME4 moisture meter over a large area in a very short time frame to verify that the floor is ready for the next step. The moisture content is easily read on the clear analog display. In addition, the unit includes a hold button to “freeze” readings when taking measurements in hard to read areas.

The handheld meter features eight spring-loaded pins on the back to ensure proper contact even on a non-level surface and to boost signal penetration. These pins detect and evaluate the moisture condition in concrete and hard surfaces ½ - ¾” deep. Readings taken on concrete slabs through paint, coatings, adhesives or other materials on the surface should be considered comparative and not quantitative.

Andrew Rynhart, from Tramex, wrote some articles regarding the importance of measuring not only the moisture content of the floor, but also understanding other variables such as where the moisture is coming from as well as climate, ambient site conditions, and concrete density. You can read Andrew Rynhart article on moisture testing here Oversimplification of Moisture Testing. In addition, Andrew Rynhart, CEO of Tramex Ltd also wrote an article regarding the importance of different methods of measuring moisture to have a complete picture of the moisture content of a cement slab. Here is the link to that article Concrete Moisture Testing- Methods and Meaning.