Sectors Served
Industries We Serve
Wagtech Africa delivers scientific solutions across various key sectors, from government agencies and non-governmental institutions to the private sector and academia.
Pharmaceuticals
Analytical instrumentation and quality control systems for pharmaceutical manufacturing, formulation and regulatory compliance.
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Food & Feed
Composition, contaminant and quality analysis for food processors, feed manufacturers and the authorities that regulate them.
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37 testing capabilities
| Solution | Purpose | Instruments |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture Analysis | Determine water content in raw materials and finished products | Moisture Analyzer, Drying Oven, Karl Fischer Titrator |
| Protein Determination | Measure protein levels in food and feed | Kjeldahl System, Dumas Combustion Analyzer, NIR Analyzer |
| Fat & Oil Analysis | Quantify lipid content | Soxhlet Extraction System, Automated Fat Extractor, NMR Analyzer |
| Fiber Content Testing | Assess crude and dietary fiber | Fiber Analyzer, Digestive Extraction Unit |
| Ash Determination | Measure mineral residue after combustion | Muffle Furnace, Analytical Balance |
| Ingredient Authentication | Verify ingredient identity and detect adulteration | FTIR Spectrometer, NIR Spectrometer, PCR System, LC-MS/MS |
| Mycotoxin Screening | Detect aflatoxins, DON, fumonisins, zearalenone, etc. | ELISA Reader, HPLC, LC-MS/MS |
| Heavy Metal Analysis | Detect lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic, etc. | ICP-OES, ICP-MS, Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer (AAS) |
| Salmonella Testing | Pathogen detection | PCR System, Automated Microbiology Analyzer, Incubators |
| E. coli Detection | Food safety monitoring | PCR System, Colony Counter, Microbiology Incubator |
| Listeria Monitoring | Pathogen identification | PCR Analyzer, Microbiology Incubator, Biosafety Cabinet |
| Total Plate Count (TPC) | Quantify microbial load | Incubators, Colony Counter, Autoclave |
| Yeast & Mold Analysis | Evaluate spoilage organisms | Incubators, Colony Counter, Biological Safety Cabinet |
| Rapid Microbial Screening | Fast pathogen detection | ATP Bioluminescence System, Rapid PCR Platform, Automated Microbial Analyzer |
| Amino Acid Profiling | Determine amino acid composition | HPLC, LC-MS/MS, Amino Acid Analyzer |
| Vitamin Testing | Quantify vitamins in food/feed | HPLC, UHPLC, LC-MS/MS |
| Mineral Analysis | Measure macro and trace minerals | ICP-OES, ICP-MS, AAS |
| Carbohydrate Determination | Analyze sugars and starches | HPLC, Ion Chromatography System |
| Energy Value Calculation | Estimate caloric content | Bomb Calorimeter |
| Pesticide Residue Analysis | Detect pesticide contamination | GC-MS/MS, LC-MS/MS |
| Veterinary Drug Residue Testing | Monitor antibiotic and drug residues | LC-MS/MS, HPLC |
| Dioxin & PCB Screening | Detect environmental contaminants | High-Resolution GC-MS |
| Physical Property Testing | Assess particle size, density, hardness | Particle Size Analyzer, Density Meter, Texture Analyzer |
| Texture Analysis | Measure firmness, chewiness, brittleness | Texture Analyzer |
| Color Measurement | Evaluate product color consistency | Colorimeter, Spectrophotometer |
| pH Determination | Measure acidity/alkalinity | Benchtop pH Meter |
| Water Activity Testing | Assess shelf-life and microbial risk | Water Activity Meter |
| Shelf-Life Studies | Determine product stability | Stability Chambers, Environmental Chambers, Water Activity Meter |
| Feed Composition Analysis | Determine nutritional makeup of feeds | NIR Analyzer, Kjeldahl Analyzer, Fiber Analyzer |
| Digestibility Studies | Assess nutrient availability | In-vitro Digestibility Analyzer, Fermentation System |
| Trace Element Testing | Analyze micronutrients in feed | ICP-MS, ICP-OES |
| Feed Additive Verification | Confirm dosage and presence of additives | HPLC, LC-MS/MS, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer |
| Anti-Nutritional Factor Analysis | Detect tannins, phytates, trypsin inhibitors, etc. | HPLC, UV-Vis Spectrophotometer, LC-MS/MS |
| Food Authentication & Adulteration Testing | Verify origin and authenticity | FTIR, NIR, PCR, Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometer (IRMS) |
| Research & Product Development | Formulation optimization and innovation | HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, Texture Analyzer, Rheometer |
| Sample Preparation | Prepare samples for testing | Laboratory Mill/Grinder, Homogenizer, Centrifuge, Analytical Balance |
| Data Management & Reporting | Manage samples and results | LIMS Software, Barcode Systems, Laboratory Workstations |
Typical Laboratory Departments
Chemistry Lab
HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS, UV-Vis, FTIR, ICP-OES, ICP-MS
Microbiology Lab
Incubators, PCR Systems, Biosafety Cabinets, Colony Counters, Autoclaves
Feed Analysis Lab
NIR Analyzer, Kjeldahl System, Fiber Analyzer, Bomb Calorimeter
Physical Testing Lab
Texture Analyzer, Colorimeter, Water Activity Meter, pH Meter
Sample Preparation Area
Grinder, Mixer, Homogenizer, Centrifuge, Analytical Balance
Data & Quality Management
LIMS, Computer Workstations, Barcode Tracking Systems
Water & Environment
Water quality analysis, environmental monitoring and hydrometeorological networks for utilities, ministries and environmental agencies.
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Life Sciences
Laboratory, cold chain and analytical systems supporting clinical, biomedical and life science research programmes.
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Material Testing
Materials characterisation and construction materials testing for industry, mining and civil engineering laboratories.
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Academia & Research
Research-grade instrumentation, teaching laboratory equipment and ongoing technical support for universities and research institutions.
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