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Water in the food sector should be of optimal drinking quality. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Therefore, as a food producer, you will have to guarantee the quality and are obliged to demonstrate that the water meets the standards of the Drinking Water Act and the Drinking Water Decree. Normec has all the expertise to support you from A to Z.

Like humans, animals cannot live without drinking water. High-quality drinking water is very important for the health of livestock. While animal feed is checked for all kinds of components, this is often overlooked when it comes to drinking water. Because a cow takes in about 100 to 170 litres of water a day, even a small contamination can affect milk production and cause health problems. This is why monitoring drinking water is important. We take water samples and analyse them for bacteriological contaminants and chemical parameters. Besides drinking water tests, we also have years of experience in the analysis of sluice water. Discharge water is a waste product that can be used as fertiliser under certain conditions. It is important to analyse which substances the discharge water contains. Normec provides the expertise and support you need.

Water is crucial in greenhouse farming. Water quality plays an important role in growing crops. It is necessary to have the quality examined regularly to prevent plant diseases, increase resilience and get the most out of your crop. For example, nutrient analysis or determining germination rates. Greenhouse horticulture uses large water systems to heat the greenhouses. The quality of the water in these systems is highly important. If the quality does not suffice, it can lead to major damage to the system, such as corrosion or mineral contamination of the pipes. We periodically take water samples, provide advice and supply the necessary additives to bring and maintain the quality of the water.

Proper water quality is important. Water used for drinking or personal care should be free of harmful substances and should not contain too many (harmful) microorganisms. Various Dutch legislation stipulates how the quality of water must be guaranteed. We carry out various types of water research in various laboratories to test the quality of drinking water.

The new and upcoming PFAS laws and regulations raise many questions in the agribusiness and food industry. PFAS can enter water in various ways. This can not only lead to damage to the environment and nature, but it can also pose risks to public health. After all, water is essential for our food production. We are accredited to perform PFAS analyses in food, animal feed, soil and water.

According to the Drinking Water Act and the Working Conditions Act, it is mandatory for companies and institutions to have water tested periodically for the presence of Legionella bacteria. The requirement here is that the sampling and analysis of Legionella water samples are done by an ISO17025-accredited institution. At Normec, we can support you to minimise the risk of Legionella. From sampling to analysis of drinking water, cooling water, process water, swimming pool water and waste water. You will quickly receive a clear report and we can help you with advice. This includes a management plan, risk inventory, water treatment, advice and check valves. We can also help with the digitalisation of the legionella control measures.

Every (semi) public swimming pool in the Netherlands is required by the Environment Act to have its water quality tested monthly by an independent accredited laboratory, in addition to its own daily checks. Through the unique collaboration within Normec, we can offer you a total package of solutions in the field of swimming pool water pollution and exceedances of legal standards. From sampling to analyses and from management and risk inventory, water treatment, legionella prevention, to checking the valve controls.

Whether you work in food production, agriculture, horticulture, or healthcare, water quality directly affects product safety and operational performance. Our accredited laboratories help you comply with regulations and maintain consistent water safety and hygiene.

Yes, we perform a wide range of tests, including PFAS analysis, Legionella prevention checks, and chemical or microbiological contamination. All tests are carried out in ISO17025-accredited labs, ensuring reliable, regulatory-compliant results.