Reliable Material Assessment
Our laboratories conduct studies on industrial composting, home composting, and various degradation processes in controlled and natural environments. In addition, we support rapid, high-throughput testing for biodegradation and disintegration to evaluate materials efficiently and reliably.
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Water, Soil, and Marine Environments
Our specialists conduct degradation tests under a variety of conditions, including soil, freshwater, and marine environments. Anaerobic and abiotic degradation tests are also available. By combining laboratory research with field testing, your organization gains insight into the behavior and performance of materials under realistic conditions.
Insights for Sustainable Product Development
With reliable analyses, Normec helps organizations better understand material performance and make informed decisions during product development and innovation. This gives you insight into compostability, degradability, and environmental performance, enabling you to demonstrably work toward more sustainable solutions for the future.
Need more certainty?
Normec Environmental Testing helps you with reliable analyses and testing, so you can quickly gain insights and make informed decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes, we are accredited by DIN CERTCO according to ISO 17025. This accreditation covers all test methods and standards around compostability and biodegradation. In addition, we are ISO 17025 accredited by BELAC for compost analyses and recognized by TÜV Austria. We also have ISO 17020 for inspections and ISO 14001 for environmental management.
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The duration depends on the type of testing and the product. It varies from a few weeks for materials analysis to months or even years for biodegradation testing. Since microbiological processes are involved, the exact duration is difficult to predict in advance.