
Geldermalsen Netherlands
Normec Laboratorium
Reliable analyses of recycling granulates and building materials
Normec Laboratorium is an RvA-accredited laboratory (L330) specializing in the testing and inspection of recycling aggregates, including sand, gravel, concrete, asphalt and rubble aggregates. With our accreditation, we guarantee reliable analyses and independent services for our clients. With our extensive expertise, we effectively establish and ensure the quality of building materials.
Crush value
Determination of the LA value in accordance with NEN-EN 1097-2.
Compound test
The strength of a foundation layer is partly determined by the constituents of the material.
Flatness index
A determination of flatness index in accordance with NEN-EN 933-3 serves to determine the percentage of flat pieces in a stone mixture.
Glow loss
Normec Laboratory determines the organic matter content by annealing loss in accordance with RAW 2015 test 28.
Water absorption & particle density
Determination of particle density and water absorption in accordance with NEN-EN 1097-6.
Grain distribution
A grain distribution is a measurement of the structure and distribution of the grains of a granular material.
Classification test
Classification testing in accordance with NEN-EN 933-11 is carried out to determine which product a material falls under or whether contaminants are present.
Moisture and dry matter content
This test consists of determining the dry matter and moisture content in accordance with NEN-EN 1097-5.
CBR value and CBR increase
The CBR (California Bearing Ratio) is a compression test developed in America and based on crushed rock material (100%).
Normec Laboratorium is an RvA-accredited laboratory (L330) specializing in the testing and inspection of recycling aggregates, including sand, gravel, concrete, asphalt and rubble aggregates. With our accreditation, we guarantee reliable analyses and independent services for our clients. With our extensive expertise, we effectively establish and ensure the quality of building materials.
Our services include civil engineering testing and environmental hygiene testing, which meet the requirements of relevant quality standards such as BRL 2506-1 and BRL 2506-2. Our specialties include grain distribution, classification tests, flatness index, CBR values and LA value, which are essential for quality assessment of materials. This makes us an important player in the industry, especially for companies involved in demolition, waste treatment and recycling.
One of Normec Laboratorium's key features is our crystal-clear reporting of analysis results. Clients receive clear and concise reports that provide insight into the quality of their materials. We also offer a comprehensive Analysis service that ensures complete unburdening of the client, guaranteeing proper alignment with the requirements of BRL standards. This enables clients to operate with confidence, knowing that their materials have been thoroughly and accurately tested, contributing to safety and sustainability in the construction industry.
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A career at Normec Laboratorium
Perhaps the name Normec Laboratorium does not immediately sound familiar to you. Yet for almost 20 years, we have been building on quality and expertise. What once started as Eerland Laboratorium is now part of Normec: an ambitious, fast-growing organisation with over 4,000 colleagues, active in testing, inspection, certification and compliance (TICC). At Normec, we believe in craftsmanship, entrepreneurship and seeing windows of opportunities for our customers as well as for our people.
Curious about the opportunities ahead? Visit the expertise vacancy pages to discover all open positions within your field at Normec.
Our team
Expert, entrepreneurial and ambitious

Mariska van Schaik
Managing Director Normec Sustainability

Rob Schoots
Manager Laboratorium
Accreditations & Recognitions
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Accreditation

RVA L330
L330
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Normec Laboratorium is accredited by the Accreditation Council under accreditation number L330.View our scope.
Normec Laboratorium is an accredited laboratory (L330) for investigation and control of sand, gravel, concrete, asphalt and rubble aggregates. We specialise in carrying out civil engineering analyses arising from BRL 2506-1 such as grain distribution, classification testing, flatness index, CBR values and increment and LA value determination.
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