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A concrete compression machine is equipment used to evaluate the compressive strength of concrete. The machine applies a gradual and continuous compressive load on a concrete sample until failure or fracture occurs. The maximum load capacity supported by the specimen before failure is used to determine the compressive strength of the concrete. Concrete compression machines are widely used in the construction industry and testing laboratories to ensure the quality of concrete used in various civil engineering applications such as structures, bridges, roads, etc.