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About SMT LABS
Accredited. Experienced. Nationwide.
SMT LABS is South Africa’s trusted partner in food safety, with SANAS-accredited laboratories in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein, Centurion, and Cape Town. Since 2013, we’ve delivered microbiological and chemical efficacy testing with unmatched speed and reliability.
Our Services
Comprehensive Microbiological Testing at various Hubs Nationwide
Food & Beverage Testing
Our microbiological testing identifies harmful pathogens and spoilage organisms to safeguard your brands reputation and ensure full regulatory compliance.
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Water Testing
Our water microbiological testing verifies the safety and quality of all critical water sources, including potable (drinking), process (production), and environmental water.
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Environmental & Hygiene Monitoring
Our environmental microbial testing uses surface swabs, spons swabs and contact paddles to validate your cleaning procedures and prevent contamination in your production environment.
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Air Monitoring
Our microbial air testing proactively detects airborne contaminants, allowing for early intervention to prevent product and environmental contamination.
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Plant Material & Animal Feeds
Our microbial testing for plant material and animal feeds identifies critical pathogens and spoilage organisms. This ensures the safety of your products, protects animal health, and safeguards your business against non-compliance and reputational damage.
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Disinfectant & Efficacy Testing
Our disinfectant and efficacy testing provides scientific validation that your disinfectant and sanitizer are effective and meet or require industry standards.
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Why Choose SMT LABS
Industry-Leading Speed
Results in as little as 3 days for positive release, consistently beating average turn-around times.
Trusted Accreditation
SANAS and DoA approved, ensuring full compliance.
True Partnership
Nation-wide footprint with personal, expert support whenever you need it.
We believe microbiological testing should be fast, accurate, and accessible.
So you can focus on protecting your brand, products, and the environment.
Our Process
From Sample to Results in 3 Easy Steps
Step 1: Tell Us What You Need
Share your testing requirements.
Step 2: Send Samples Securely
Submit through our client portal.
Step 3: Get Certified Results
Fast, accredited, actionable guidance.
Latest from SMT LABS
Our SANAS-accredited laboratories and DoA approval ensure your results are fully compliant, legally defensible, and recognised nationwide.
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Accreditations & Partners
Trusted by Regulators and Industry Leaders
Our SANAS-accredited laboratories and DoA approval ensure your results are fully compliant, legally defensible, and recognised nationwide.
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Partner with SMT LABS for fast, accredited testing you can trust.