The vital importance of water and comprehensive testing solutions

Water is our most precious resource, essential for life and the environment. Many countries have implemented stringent environmental laws and regulations to protect and manage water resources. Regulations encompass the entire water cycle, including drinking water, surface and groundwater, as well as process water, reused/recycled water and wastewater.

Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories understand the critical role that water plays in our lives and the environment. With the most extensive range of methodologies, processes, procedures and instruments, Eurofins Environment Testing is your trusted partner for all physical, chemical, and microbiological testing needs. Eurofins Environment Testing’s expertise ensures the highest quality test data so that water quality safeguards health and the environment.

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Drinking water

Accredited drinking water testing and expert support to ensure safety, compliance, and quality. Eurofins Environment Testing tests for the presence of contaminants like pesticides, lead, and legionella, and supports potable, re-use and bottled water compliance.

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Water treatment process

Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of water treatment processes.

Technical advice for water distribution companies

Providing expert guidance to ensure reliable and safe water distribution.

Accredited sampling and analyses

Conducting precision testing for the presence of contaminants such as pesticides to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Efficient evaluation and reporting

Delivering accurate and timely assessments and reports on water quality and assisting the planning of construction and refurbishment of waterworks.

Legionella checks

Testing for legionella bacteria to prevent outbreaks and ensure public health.

Radon testing

Measuring radon levels to safeguard human health.

Water reuse

Testing potable water throughout the treatment cycle from the raw municipal wastewater to finished drinking water. Incl. testing of indirect potable reuse (IPR) and direct potable reuse (DPR) sources.

Bottled water testing

Assisting bottled water & beverage producers to monitor compliance with FDA, World Health Organization, European Union, or USEPA standards through the analysis of regulated & unregulated contaminants.

Asbestos / lead testing

Ensuring that old piping /reticulation systems (e.g. asbestos, lead) do not impact water quality for end users.

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Ground and surface water

Comprehensive testing and monitoring of ground and surface water to protect ecosystems and public health. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories assess chemical and ecological status, track contaminants like radon and disinfection byproducts, and support resource protection through biodiversity studies, water body modelling, and quality mapping.

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Disinfection byproducts

Monitoring according to World Health Organization (WHO) requirements.

Water as a protected property

Safeguarding water resources through rigorous protection measures.

Monitoring of groundwater quality

Assessing groundwater for possible pollution and water quality deterioration to protect ecosystems and safeguard human use.

Monitoring of decontamination

Assisting remediation and emergency response contractors to ensure process efficacy to restore water quality.

Radon testing

Measuring radon levels to safeguard human health.

River quality mapping and saprobic indexing

Evaluation of river health and ecological status through detailed mapping and indexing.

Classifying non-floating waters

Categorising water bodies to ensure proper management and conservation.

Fauna and flora assessment

Monitoring aquatic life to maintain biodiversity and ecosystem health.

Modelling of water bodies and mass balances

Analysis of water bodies to understand and manage water flow and quality.

Monitoring of natural bathing waters

Ensuring the safety and quality of water in natural swimming areas.

Monitoring of dams and mining lakes

Assessing the environmental impact and safety of industrial dams, mine tailings dams and process dams.

Chemical and ecological status

Providing testing services to support the monitoring of water bodies, including rivers, lakes, dams and coastal waters for physiochemical status, contamination levels and ecological assessments.

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Wastewater

Advanced wastewater testing and monitoring services to support sustainable water management and regulatory compliance. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories identify contaminants, assess nutrient levels and oxygen input, and support recycling of process water. Our services also include self-monitoring support, piping system testing, and assistance with approval documentation.

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Support for the recycling of process water

Assisting in the efficient recycling and reuse of process water through comprehensive testing to promote sustainability.

Implementation of monitoring programmes

Developing and executing comprehensive measuring programmes to monitor water quality and performance.

Identification of contamination, efficiency, and nutrient concentration

Detecting contaminants and nutrient levels in water systems.

Measuring of oxygen input

Monitoring oxygen levels to ensure optimal water quality and ecosystem health.

Support for self-monitoring

Providing tools and guidance for effective self-monitoring of water systems to ensure optimal quality and system performance.

Testing of water piping systems

Conducting tests to ensure the integrity and safety of water piping/reticulation systems.

Support for approval documents

Assisting in the preparation and submission of documents required for regulatory approvals.

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Bathing water (pools and lakes)

Specialised testing for bathing waters to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with health standards. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories monitor for harmful pathogens and toxic blue-green algae to protect public health and aquatic environments.

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Sampling and testing of bathing waters

Conducting sampling and testing to ensure the safety and cleanliness of bathing waters.

Ensuring epidemiologically faultless bathing water

Ensuring that bathing waters are free from harmful pathogens and contaminants.

Studies for detection of toxic invasion of bluegreen algae

Investigating and identifying toxic invasions of bluegreen algae to protect public health and aquatic ecosystems.

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Process and cooling water

Reliable microbiological and chemical water testing to ensure safety and compliance. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories detect Legionella, E. coli, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa, and test for the concentration of nitrates, nitrites, and sodium to protect public health and water quality.

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Detection and enumeration of Legionella by culture and PCR

Identifying and quantifying Legionella bacteria using advanced culture and PCR methods.

E. Coli testing

Detecting the presence of E. Coli to ensure water is safe for consumption and use.

Pseudomonas aeruginosa testing

Identifying Pseudomonas aeruginosa to prevent potential health risks.

Nitrates, nitrites, and sodium analysis

Measuring levels of nitrates, nitrites, and sodium to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

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Mineral water

Specialised testing for mineral, spring, and drinking water to ensure safety, quality, and compliance. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories test shelf life, packaging materials, nutritional gases, pesticide residues, and process hygiene to support the highest standards in water production and handling.

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Mineral water, spring water and drinking water

Ensuring the purity and safety of various types of water for consumption.

Shelf-life tests

Assessing the longevity and stability of water products to guarantee freshness and quality.

Analysis of packaging material

Evaluating packaging to ensure it meets safety standards and preserves water quality.

Analysis of nutritional gases

Testing gases used in water products to ensure they meet nutritional and safety requirements.

Determination of pesticides

Detecting and quantifying the concentration of pesticide residues to ensure compliance with health regulations.

Testing of workplace hygiene

Assessing hygiene standards in workplaces to ensure a safe and healthy environment.

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Lechate analysis

Leachate testing and environmental impact analysis to support regulatory compliance and environmental protection. Eurofins Environment Testing laboratories conduct leaching tests and detailed physico-chemical determinations to assess contaminant release and monitor water quality.

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Leaching tests

Leaching tests simulate the potential release of contaminants from materials.

Environmental impact of leachates

Assessing the impact of leachates in the environment to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and to protect ecosystems.

Physico-chemical analyses of leachate and water piezometers

Performing physico-chemical testing in-situ to monitor and evaluate water quality.