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LABORATORY EXCELLENCE

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Laboratory Consulting Specialist Lab Design & Commissioning QMS & Audit Support
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WHO WE ARE

CJV Laboratory Consulting is a South African specialist consultancy providing expert laboratory design, operational optimisation, and ISO-aligned quality system implementation, operating across the MENA and EMAEA regions. We support organisations where laboratory performance is critical to production, compliance, reporting accuracy, and commercial decision-making. Our expertise spans full laboratory lifecycle support - from greenfield design and commissioning to system optimisation, audit readiness, and accreditation preparation.

OUR CORE SERVICES

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Audits & Technical Consulting

  • Independent laboratory assessments
  • Operational performance reviews
  • Accreditation recovery support
  • Method development & statistical validation
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Quality Management Systems

  • Full QMS implementation and documentation
  • Gap analysis and system restructuring
  • Internal audit preparation and close-out
  • Accreditation readiness
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Water & Environmental Laboratories

  • SANS 241 compliance
  • Wastewater and potable water systems
  • Monitoring programme implementation
  • Scientific reporting and compliance
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Laboratory Design & Commissioning

  • Greenfield and brownfield design
  • Workflow optimization & equipment specification
  • Build oversight and commissioning
  • Staff training and start-up support
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Mining & Metallurgical Laboratory Support

PGM, Gold, Base Metals, Iron Ore, Phosphate and specialty mineral laboratories. NiS 6E and Lead Collection methods. Method validation and optimisation. On-site laboratory performance improvement.

THE CJV APPROACH

Designed for Performance. Structured for Compliance. Built for Production Confidence.

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ASSESS: Understand the Current State

  • Site visit and stakeholder discussion
  • Review of layout, methods, staffing and equipment
  • Identify risks and compliance gaps
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DEFINE: Clarify Requirements

  • Commodity and analytical scope
  • Production and reporting needs
  • Compliance and accreditation objectives
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DESIGN: Build the Right System

  • Laboratory layout and workflow
  • Equipment specification
  • Quality management system structure
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IMPLEMENT: Commission and Train

  • Laboratory set-up or optimisation
  • System documentation rollout
  • Staff training and competency alignment
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VALIDATE: Prove Performance

  • Method validation
  • Internal audit and corrective actions
  • Accreditation readiness review
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SUSTAIN: Maintain and Improve

  • Ongoing audits and optimisation
  • Performance monitoring
  • Continuous improvement support

EXPERIENCE & PORTFOLIO

CJV Laboratory Consulting has delivered laboratory design, commissioning, optimisation, and accreditation support across multiple commodities and high-performance operational environments.

Mining & Metallurgical Operations

  • Platinum Group Metals (PGM) Analytical Laboratories
  • Gold Production & Fire Assay Laboratories
  • Niobium Processing Laboratories
  • Iron Ore & Copper/Base Metal Laboratories
  • Phosphate Processing Laboratories
  • Multi-Commodity Commercial Mining Laboratories

Projects Include: Full greenfield/brownfield design, workflow engineering, NiS 6E, Lead Collection implementation, and operational start-up.

Water, Environmental & Compliance

  • Municipal Water Purification Laboratories
  • Wastewater Treatment Laboratories
  • Raw Water & Dam Monitoring Laboratories
  • Industrial Effluent Monitoring Laboratories
  • Commercial Environmental Testing Facilities

Projects Include: Laboratory relocation, infrastructure optimization, SANS 241 compliance, sampling programs, and regulatory reporting.

LET'S BUILD YOUR LABORATORY ADVANTAGE

Whether you are planning a new laboratory, preparing for accreditation, or stabilising an on-site operation, CJV Laboratory Consulting provides experienced, practical guidance you can trust.