* Leaflet - Labs Analytical Services
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Collected on 1 October 2026
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Irrigation equipment testing laboratory (Hydrolab)
The Hydrolab offers independent performance tests for irrigation equipment, including dripper discharge and friction loss, pressure-compensating dripper discharge, micro-sprayer discharge and water distribution, and sprinkler discharge and water distribution. Information about the tests and their costs is provided on request.
- Who it is for
- Irrigation equipment manufacturers, users and irrigation-system planners
- How to act on it
- Request information about the tests and costs, or contact Mr. Milton Petersen at 012 842 4235 or petersenm@arc.agric.za, or Dr. Macdex Mutema at 012 842 4054 or mutemam@arc.agric.za.
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More information on the tests and the costs thereof would be provided on request.
Biogas & Biohydrogen Laboratory Testing Services
The Agricultural Engineering campus offers automated digestion testing of organic waste, agricultural residues and animal manure, including biomethane potential testing, substrate mixing or co-digestion assessment, and technical and commercial assistance for biogas generation at a client's facility.
- Who it is for
- Starting and existing biogas ventures and clients planning biogas projects
- How to act on it
- For an inquiry or quotation, contact Ms. Primrose Magama at 012 842 4060 or magamap@arc.agric.za, or Dr. Idan Chiyanzu at 012 842 4044 or chiyanzui@arc.agric.za.
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Biogas & Biohydrogen Laboratory Testing Services
Engine performance tests on tractors
The Agricultural Engineering campus tests tractor engine performance according to ISO 789-1 international norms. It can test tractors of up to 300 kilowatts and provides results in tables and graphs at a cost.
- Who it is for
- Tractor owners, operators and manufacturers
- How to act on it
- For an inquiry or quotation, contact Dr.Tingmin Yu at yut@arc.agric.za or Mr. Johan van Biljon at 012 842 4049 or vbiljonj@arc.agric.za.
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This service is offered at a cost.
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Irrigation equipment testing laboratory (Hydrolab)
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Where: Users requesting testing from the Hydrolab at the Agricultural Engineering Campus in Silverton · Silverton
Biogas & Biohydrogen Laboratory Testing Services
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Where: Clients using the Agricultural Engineering campus service and, for technical assistance, clients' facilities · Silverton
Engine performance tests on tractors
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Where: Users of the Agricultural Engineering campus laboratory in Silverton · Silverton
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Reference
https://www.arc.agric.za/arc-iae/Leaflets%20Library/ARC-NRE%20-AE%20Labs%20Analytical%20Services.pdf
Key Takeaways
- Agricultural Research Council laboratory and technical services
- Biogas and biohydrogen testing using an Automatic Methane Potential Test System (AMPTS) II
- Tractor engine performance tests according to ISO 789-1
- Tractors of up to 300 kilowatts can be tested
- Hydrolab irrigation equipment performance tests
- Agricultural Engineering Campus, Silverton, 0127
- Agricultural Research Council
- ARC-NRE
- Ms. Primrose Magama
- Dr. Idan Chiyanzu
- Dr.Tingmin Yu
- Mr. Johan van Biljon
- Mr. Milton Petersen
- Dr. Macdex Mutema