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Sample testing of Chromite and Manganese ores and concentrates, and Water analysis services.

IMEC Laboratory Services: Chromite and Manganese ores and concentrates sample testing, and Water sample analysis in Rustenburg
Overview
IMEC Laboratory Services, Rustenburg, South Africa, offers sample testing services of Chromite and Manganese ores and concentrates samples derived from prospecting, exploration, mining and mineral beneficiation processes.
In addition we offer sample analysis on drinking water samples derived from source and water treatment/ purification facilities.
Our service offering range from qualitative to quantitative analysis.
About Us
Our Vision
To establish ourselves as a renowned chemical testing laboratory of choice, through our unwavering commitment to service excellence.
Our Mission
IMEC Laboratory Services strive uncompromisingly to service excellence through:
- Acting with integrity and display it in all our transactions,
- Offering reliable same-day results,
- Staying competitive in our pricing structures,
- Qualified trained staff, and
- Maintaining our ISO 17025:2017 based quality manual.
SHEQ Policy
- Every employee has the right to work in a safe and healthy environment
- The protection of the environment is of paramount importance therefore all operations will be conducted in an environmentally responsible manner
- Every client has the right to quality services and products therefore quality control and monitoring will be exercised continuously
IMEC Laboratory Services undertakes to develop and maintain a sustainable dynamic management system
To ensure that:
- Safety and health becomes an integrated component of all our operations
- All operations are conducted in compliance to acceptable environmental standards
- We deliver quality services and products to our clients and receive the same
B-BBEE
We have been independently verified in terms of the B-BBEE Act and is deemed to be a Qualified Micro Enterprise level 4 contributor. BEE procurement recognition level of 100%









Testing and Analysis Services at IMEC Laboratory Services
Services Offered
We offer qualitative and quantitative analysis on Chromite and Manganese ores, concentrates, and tailing samples.
We use the following techniques:
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Sample Preparation
- Drying
- Crushing
- Milling
- Screening
- Splitting
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Chemical Analysis
- X-Ray Fluorescence: Thermo Scientific Niton XL3 GOLDD XRF
- Manual Titration
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Sieve Analysis
- Particle Size Distribution – Dry
- Particle Size Distribution – Wet
- AFS Grain Fineness Number (AFS GFN)
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Gravimetrical Analysis
- Moisture Determination
- Bulk Density
- Particle Density (SG)
Ensuring the most suitable and cost-effective techniques for our clients









Price List – Ores & Concentrates
Chromite and Manganese Samples (prices effective as from May 2021)
Chemical Analysis |
Price (Incl. VAT) |
Sample Prep + 1 Element |
R 283.00 |
Sample Prep + 2 Elements |
R 395.00 |
Sample Prep + 3 Elements |
R 507.00 |
Sample Prep + 4 Elements |
R 619.00 |
Sample Prep + Full Spec (9E) |
R 965.00 |
Sample Preparation |
Price (Incl. VAT) |
Sample Prep Only (<20kg) |
R 130.00 |
Sample Prep Only – Bulk (>20kg;<60kg) |
R 188.00 |
Sample Prep Only – Bulk (>60kg) |
POA |
Sieve Analysis |
Price (Incl. VAT) |
Particle Size Distribution – Dry |
R 245.00 |
Particle Size Distribution – Wet |
R 450.80 |
AFS Grain Fineness Number (AFS GFN) |
R 245.00 |
Gravimetrical Analysis |
Price (Incl. VAT) |
Moisture Determination |
R 173.00 |
Bulk Density |
R 173.00 |
Particle Density (SG) |
R 173.00 |







Our commitment to quality ensure reliable and accurate results.
Quality Control
We are committed to deliver quality sample testing services through:
- Periodically checking and calibrating all testing equipment,
- Partaking in monthly Proficiency Testing Schemes (PTS),
- Ensuring staff is well trained on their specific standard operating procedures (SOPs),
- Validation of methods used and Metrological traceability, and
- Maintaining our ISO 17025:2017 based quality manual.
Historic Information Control
Reference material can be stored and retrieved as required by our clients.






Water Packages
Water Packages & Price List
Water (Prices effective as from May 2023)
Drinking Water (SANS 241:2015)
Determinands |
Price (Incl. VAT) |
Package 1 |
|
E. coli/ Total coliforms |
R 309.00 |
Package 2 |
|
E. coli/ Total coliforms |
R 649.00 |
pH |
|
Electrical Conductivity |
|
Total Dissolved Solids |
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Turbidity |
|
Total Hardness (incl. Ca hardness) |
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Total Alkalinity |
|
Langelier Saturation Index |
|
Package 3: Package 2 + Major Ions |
|
Package 2 |
R 959.00 |
Calcium |
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Magnesium |
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Sulfate |
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Chloride |
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Nitrate |
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Fluoride |






Physical Address: 205 President Mbeki Drive Rustenburg
0299
Postal Address: Postnet Suite 919
Private Bag X82329
Rustenburg
Postal Code: 0300
Telephone: +27(0)83 660 0451 (OFFICE)
Mobile: +27(0)83 660 0451 (LAB)
Fax: +27(0)86 560 6186
Email: laboratory@imecsa.co.za
Directions: 1. From Pretoria heading towards Rustenburg on the N4
2. Take the 179 exit toward Rustenburg/ Helen Joseph Dr
3. Turn right onto Helen Joseph Dr and continue straight
4. Turn left onto Boven St and continue straight
5. Turn right onto President Mbeki Dr and continue straight
7. Destination will be on the right
Latitude: -25.676204
Longitude: 27.227903