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Get Certified
Organisations can apply to get certified by SABS for compliance with national and international standards. This includes certification for products, management systems, and processes across multiple industries.
Get Certified Process and Procedure
Places
Gauteng, Buffalo City, Eastern Cape
Reference
https://www.sabs.co.za/about-standards
Parties
It positions SABS as a trusted authority
Purchase Standard
Individuals and organisations can purchase national standards developed by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS). These standards cover various industries and technical fields and are available for use in compliance, testing, and quality assurance.
Process and Procedure Technical Committee Purchase Standard
Proficiency Testing Schemes
Testing laboratories and analytical service providers can participate in proficiency testing schemes managed by SABS to assess and improve their technical performance across various sectors such as coal, water, and petroleum.
Proficiency Testing Coal Proficiency Testing Scheme Water Proficiency Testing Scheme Petroleum Proficiency Testing Scheme (MAP)
SABS Laboratory Services
Businesses and organisations can access laboratory testing and analysis services offered by SABS across multiple industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, mining, automotive, and environmental testing.
SABS Laboratory Services Overview Industries Electrotechnical Electro Magnetic Compliance NETFA Appliances Lighting Technology Laboratory Explosion Prevention Technology & Rotating Machines Automotive, Civil and Mechanical Testing Civil Testing Laboratories Mechanical Testing Alternative Energy & Fluid Technology Automotive Testing Gauteng Automotive Testing East London Mining and Minerals Coal Testing Charcoal Biomass Shale Food and Health Food & Pharmaceutical Microbiology Pharmaceutical Products Food & Water Products Dosimetry Medical Devices Chemicals and Materials Leather & Textiles Pesti
Tender Opportunities
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) publishes opportunities for businesses to bid on contracts related to its operations, including supply, services, and technical work. These tenders are open to qualified suppliers and service providers who meet the eligibility criteria.
Tenders Overview Tender Opportunities Tender Terms and Conditions Purchase Standards Get Certified
