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Accreditation & Quality


Every method we run is audited, calibrated, and traceable. Our SANAS accreditation covers the full testing suite - verified under SANS/ISO 17025:2017 international criteria.

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What SANAS accreditation means for your project

SANAS accreditation is the formal recognition that our laboratory operates to internationally accepted standards. Every test we perform - from a single CBR sample to a full SANRAL corridor investigation - carries legal weight and can be submitted as evidence in tender documentation, legal disputes, or municipal sign-off.

We are audited annually against SANS/ISO 17025:2017 criteria and participate in proficiency testing schemes across all accredited methods. Our scope, calibration records, and signatory authorisations are available on request.

SANAS Facility T0875

South African National Accreditation System - full scope testing laboratory

SANS/ISO 17025:2017

International standard for testing and calibration laboratory competence

ILAC-MRA

International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation - mutual recognition arrangement

Level 1 B-BBEE

135% procurement recognition for public sector tenders

Full Accreditation Scope

Every accredited method grouped by material category. Search by SANS code, test name, or material.

SANS Code
Method
Material
SANS 3001-GR1
Wet preparation and particle size analysis
Soils
SANS 3001-GR10
One-point liquid limit, plastic limit, plasticity index and shrinkage
Soils
SANS 3001-GR30
Maximum dry density and moisture content (Mod AASHTO)
Soils
SANS 3001-GR40
California Bearing Ratio (CBR)
Soils
SANS 3001-GR53
Unconfined compressive strength of cementitiously stabilised materials
Soils
SANS 3001-GR54
Determination of the indirect tensile strength of stabilised materials
Soils
SANS 3001-GR55
Determination of the unconfined compressive strength of stabilised materials
Soils
SANS 3001-NG5
In situ density using a nuclear gauge
Concrete
SANS 5861-1
Sampling of fresh concrete
Concrete
SANS 5861-3
Making and curing of test specimens
Concrete
SANS 5862-1
Consistence of fresh concrete (slump test)
Concrete
SANS 5863
Compressive strength of hardened concrete
Concrete
SANS 5845
Bulk density and voids content of aggregates
Aggregates
SANS 3001-AG1
Particle size analysis of aggregates
Aggregates
SANS 3001-AG2
Particle shape and grading
Aggregates
SANS 3001-AG4
Aggregate crushing value (ACV)
Aggregates
SANS 3001-AG10
ACV and 10% FACT values of coarse aggregates
Aggregates
SANS 3001-AG22
Flakiness index of aggregates
Aggregates
SANS 3001-AS1
Binder content and aggregate grading of bituminous mixes
Asphalt
SANS 3001-AS2
Bulk relative density of compacted bituminous mixes
Asphalt
SANS 3001-AS10
Bulk density and void content of compacted asphalt
Asphalt
SANS 3001-AS11
Marshall stability and flow of bituminous mixes
Asphalt
TMH1-C2
Bitumen extraction (ignition method)
Asphalt
SANS 227
Compressive strength of burnt clay masonry units
Masonry
SANS 227 §6.6
Water absorption of burnt clay masonry units
Masonry
SANS 227 §6.9
Initial rate of absorption (IRA) of masonry units
Masonry
This is a partial listing. Full SANAS scope available on request. Request Full Scope

Quality Assurance

How we maintain SANAS accreditation across every method - audited, calibrated, and traceable.

Annual SANAS Audits

Independent assessment against SANS/ISO 17025:2017 criteria. All findings resolved before re-accreditation.

Proficiency Testing

Participation in accredited inter-laboratory comparison schemes for every method on our scope.

Equipment Calibration

All instruments calibrated against traceable national standards on documented schedules.

Sample Traceability

Every sample logged, tracked, and retained through the full testing chain. Full audit trail available per test.

Need the full SANAS scope?

Request our complete accreditation documentation - including calibration records, method list, and current scope. Issued within 24 hours during business days.