SWEP is equipped with the latest technology for analysis of a wide range of sample types. We have experienced and reliable staff conducting analyses with well-established ‘Industry Standard’ methods. Our systems and equipment are regularly upgraded to ensure we can always deliver the best service possible.

  • The Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) is used to detect trace levels of Heavy Metals and other Nutrients in most sample types.
  • The Inductively Coupled Plasma Optical Emmision Spectroscopy (ICP-OES) is used to determine Major and Minor Nutrients in most sample types.
  • The LECO Carbon and Nitrogen analyser is used for Total Carbon and Total Nitrogen testing.
  • The Segmented Flow Analyser (SFA) is used to determine Nitrate, Ammonia and Phosphate (Olsen P & Colwell P).

SWEP Accreditations

SWEP participates in a number of accreditation programs for Quality Assurance purposes and in order to maintain its Best Practice standards. Operating under an ISO management system, we are a foundation member of ASPAC (Australasian Soil & Plant Analysis Council), members of NASAA (National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia) and ACO (Australian Certified Organic). SWEP is also an accredited Department of Agriculture and Water Resources (DAWR) Quarantine site and holds DAWR accreditation to receive samples from Phylloxera & Potato Cyst Nematode Infested Zones. SWEP uses laboratory methods included in their accreditation program.

Australasian Soil & Plant Analysis Council
National Association for Sustainable Agriculture Australia
Department of Agriculture and Water Resources

Australian Certified Organic

For further details, or to view copies of our various accreditation documents, please contact us.