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Our Labs
Institutional Excellence
Testing Laboratories
ZABS Laboratories are equipped with modern equipment and highly competent staff to deliver reliable, accredited testing services.
9
Specialized Laboratories
State-of-the-art facilities
1000+
Tests Performed Annually
And growing
100%
Accredited Services
ISO/IEC 17025
48h
Rapid Turnaround
For urgent tests
Our Mandate
Our Primary Function
In accordance with our mandate as stipulated under the Standards Act No. 4 of 2017, ZABS tests raw, semi-processed materials and finished products to assess conformity to the minimum requirements of set standards and in accordance with good manufacturing practices.
Modern Equipment
State-of-the-art laboratory equipment ensuring accurate, reliable test results.
Qualified Staff
Highly competent and qualified scientists and technicians handling all analyses.
Quality Management
Laboratory operations implement a quality management system based on ISO 17025.
Our Facilities
Our 9 Specialized Laboratories
State-of-the-art facilities staffed by expert scientists and technicians
SADCAS Accredited
Minerals Laboratory
Analysis of geological samples, minerals, concentrates, and copper cathodes including soil samples.
XRF AnalysisAtomic AbsorptionFire AssayMineralogy
SADCAS Accredited
Civils & Construction Materials
Testing of concrete, concrete blocks, building materials, and civil engineering materials.
Compression TestingTensile StrengthDensity AnalysisDurability Tests
ISO/IEC 17025
Solar Laboratory
Testing of solar panels, batteries, and related renewable energy equipment and components.
PV Module TestingBattery TestingPerformance AnalysisDurability Testing
SADCAS Accredited
Petroleum (Fuels) Laboratory
Testing of petroleum fuels, lubricants, and related petroleum products for quality and safety.
Octane RatingViscosity TestingFlash PointDistillation
ISO/IEC 17025
Paint Testing Laboratory
Analysis and testing of paints, coatings, and related chemical products to relevant standards.
Viscosity TestingAdhesion TestsChemical ResistanceColor Analysis
SADCAS Accredited
General Chemistry Laboratory
General analytical chemistry services including food safety and agricultural inputs testing.
Wet ChemistrySpectrophotometryTitrationspH Analysis
SADCAS Accredited
Microbiology Laboratory
Microbiological testing for food products, water, and environmental samples for pathogen detection.
Pathogen DetectionTotal Plate CountWater QualityFood Safety
WHO Pre-qualified
Condom & Latex Gloves Testing
Physical, chemical, and microbiological testing of condoms and latex gloves to WHO/ISO standards.
Air Burst TestWater Leak TestTensile TestingMicrobial Limits
ISO/IEC 17025
Chromatography Laboratory
Gas chromatography and HPLC analysis for complex chemical characterization and food safety.
GC-MS AnalysisHPLCPesticide ResiduesAflatoxin Testing
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Inside our testing environment.
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Instrument-Based Analysis
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Applied Laboratory Work
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Specialised Testing
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Who We Serve
Industries We Support
Our affordable testing services cater to a diverse clientele across Zambia's major industry sectors. Our competitive pricing makes quality testing accessible to businesses of all sizes.
Mining & Extractive Industries
Geological, Concentrates, Copper Cathodes including soil samples.
Energy & Petroleum
Industrial Electrical, Solar Panels, Light Bulbs, Electric Cables and General Household Appliances.
Construction
Construction Materials, Concrete and Concrete Blocks.
Textiles & PPE
Textile, Fabric, Packaging materials, Personal Protective Equipment, Footwear and Paints.
Food & Non-Food
Food and Non-Food Processors and Producers across all categories.
Agriculture
Agricultural inputs, produce, fertilizers, and related products.
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Contact our testing laboratories directly to request a quotation or submit samples. Our team will guide you through the sample submission and testing process.
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Fast Turnaround Times
Routine tests typically take 5-10 working days. Expedited service available for urgent requirements.
Results delivered electronically
Testing Capabilities
Comprehensive Testing Services
Our laboratories offer a wide range of testing capabilities across multiple disciplines
Chemical Analysis
Determination of chemical composition and properties
Microbiological Testing
Detection of pathogens and microbial contamination
Physical Testing
Mechanical and physical property evaluation
Environmental Testing
Water, soil, and air quality analysis
Food Safety Testing
Contaminants, additives, and nutritional analysis
Material Characterization
Identification and qualification of materials
Quality Assurance
Accredited to International Standards
ZABS laboratories operate under a rigorous quality management system that complies with ISO/IEC 17025, the international standard for testing and calibration laboratories.
Regular proficiency testing and inter-laboratory comparisons
Continuous staff training and competency assessment
Traceable measurements to international standards
Comprehensive quality documentation and audit trails
SADCAS
Accredited Laboratory
ISO/IEC 17025
International Standard
Internationally Recognized Results
Accepted by regulators worldwide
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Our laboratories offer fast turnaround times and competitive pricing for all testing services.