Trusted by Industry Leaders
Comprehensive Concrete Solutions
Forensic Investigation
Root-cause analysis using petrographic examination, SEM, XRD, TGA, and GCMS.
Engineering Consulting Services
C3S, Inc. delivers concrete consulting and testing across planning, construction, and maintenance to ensure quality, detect issues, and solve problems efficiently.
Concrete Non Destructive Testing
C3S, Inc. delivers non-destructive testing services to assess concrete quality, detect hidden issues, and ensure structural integrity without causing damage.
Concrete Testing
C3S, Inc. performs compressive strength concrete testing utilizing the procedure set forth by ASTM C42 – Standard Test Method for Obtaining and Testing Drilled Cores and Sawed Beams of Concrete.
Petrographic Analysis & Scanning
C3S, Inc. deliver results based on investigation, testing and analysis. We compile and report all our findings in succinct and comprehensive manner.
GC-MS, FTIR, petrography
C3S, Inc. delivers advanced analytical services using GC-MS, FTIR, petrography, and SEM to identify chemical compositions, diagnose failures, and determine root causes with precision.
Thermogravimetric & X Ray Diffraction Analysis
C3S, Inc. delivers advanced TGA and XRD analysis to evaluate material composition, identify crystalline structures, and determine root causes with precision.
Concrete Expert Witness
C3S, Inc. provides expert witness services and litigation support, delivering objective analysis and clear testimony to resolve concrete-related disputes.
About C3S, Inc.
Led by Dr. S. Ebow Coleman, C3S, Inc. brings decades of expertise in concrete materials, forensic investigation, testing, and petrographic analysis. Dr. Coleman’s experience spans research, materials engineering, and laboratory services, with academic credentials from Purdue University, the University of Houston, and leading institutions in Ghana and Europe. His award-winning expertise continues to guide C3S, Inc. in delivering reliable, science-based concrete evaluations and forensic solutions.
Why C3S, Inc.
5,000+ Analyses. 34 Years of Trust.
We don’t just test concrete. We diagnose problems, determine root causes, and deliver solutions that hold up in the field and in court.
Years Experience
Analyses Completed
MBE Certified
SBE Certified
TxDOT Certified
DBE Certified
Houston Hire First Certified
Licensed Professional Engineers
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CONTACT INFORMATION
C3S, Inc.
7100 Regency Square Blvd.
Suite 183
Houston, TX 77036