SOCOTEC UK Ltd

With a history dating back 100 years, ESG (Environmental Scientifics Group) are specialists within testing, inspection and compliance services. The four distinct areas we specialise in are geotechnical services, laboratories and analytical services, environmentally safety compliance and materials testing. Many of our services are only possible thanks to our network of UKAS accredited laboratories which can be found across the UK and Ireland. We are extremely proud of the progress we have made over the years which is down to our innovative approach and customer focus. Our comprehensive selection of services and specialised nature has set us apart within the industry and we can now boast 1,100 employees and 5,000 customers. 

Our customers are incredibly important to us and we try to do everything in our power to help them in any way we can. If you have any queries or problems, feel free to contact our customer services team. Furthermore, If you would like any further information about us and what we can offer, don't hesitate to visit the website where you can download our brochure. 

Asbestos Management & Consultancy

ESG Asbestos Management are one of our trusted partners in the management of asbestos. We have over 50 specialists in the field of asbestos who can perform testing, surveys and sampling to determine whether an environment is unsafe. We take a flexible approach with our clients and can offer impartial advice and solutions. We offer many different services, including statutory asbestos re-inspections, material identification, air monitoring, awareness training and policy development, as well as many more.

Health & Safety Consultancy

Health and Safety is such an important aspect of business life and we have the resources and expertise to help companies provide a safe working environment. Complying with the relevant health and safety regulations can require time and effort and this is reflected in the services we provide. These include corporate compliance audits, the development of risk management systems, training, consultancy and fire safety, as well as many more. To learn more about our health and safety consultancy, you can visit the website.

Water Treatment & Hygiene Services

We provide a wide range of services which are all geared towards making sure a company's water is safe, disease free and adheres to all of the relevant regulations. These services include risk assessments, sampling and analysis, ongoing monitoring, consultancy and training, as well as many more. We can also offer a range of water treatment and hygiene equipment, including Cobra Cyclones, disinfection products, dosage & control equipment and media filtration systems.

Environmental Monitoring & Consultancy

With the advent of climate change, companies are now required to conduct their business in an environmentally friendly fashion. We can provide numerous environmental monitoring and consultancy services to guarantee that a company adheres to their environment based regulations. These include, contaminated land investigation, noise assessment and control, air quality monitoring, radioactivity monitoring and stack emissions monitoring, as well as many others.

Safety, Health & Environmental Management Services

We can offer consultation and services which are aimed at tackling the constantly changing regulatory requirements pertaining to matters such as waste management, civil engineering, local authorities and mining. Our services include dust, gas and vapour monitoring, landfill monitoring & sampling as well as monitoring equipment maintenance and calibration. Customers can also purchase or hire out our monitoring equipment, whatever option is more convenient.

Oils, Fuels & Grease Analysis

Our laboratories and Analytical Service Divisions are fully equipped and recognised for completing analysis of oil, fuel and grease, for many different industries. Customers are reminded that we possess ISO9001 and our facilities are fully UKAS accredited, therefore we can provide a completely professional service. Services include analyses of engine, gearbox and hydraulic oil, analysis of fuels for conformance to industry standards and technical support. We also offer many other services, all of which can be found on our website.

Specialist Chemistry

As well as the more standard tests, we can also provide services for customers who require a more niche form of chemical analysis. Just some examples of these particular services include, QC analysis of medical devices, levels of contaminants in foods, Dioxins and Furans analysis and trace metal analysis within PEEK. For a complete breakdown of all the tests we can complete, please visit the website or alternatively, contact us directly.

Forensic Science Services

As well as industrial based testing we can also offer a range of forensic analyses. These can include services such as drug analysis, scene of crime evidence and drug and alcohol screening (within the workplace). Our team of experts have a wealth of experience within the field and can provide high quality services using up to date techniques. For more details on the services we provide, including a breakdown of each test, don't hesitate to visit our website.

Stack Emissions Monitoring & Testing

We are extremely proud that our Stack Emissions Monitoring business is recognised as the largest established MCERTS accredited consultancy around. We provide our customers with stack emissions monitoring and testing services which are not only high quality but also extremely competitive. Wherever you may live within the country we can help thanks to our six, fully equipped regional offices. To view the full list of stack emissions monitoring and testing services we offer, dont hesitate to visit the website

Laboratories & Analytical Services

We can carry out a wide range of different analytical services and tests for many different industries, all of which are competitively priced and have a quick turnaround. Our services include environmental chemistry, oils, fuels & grease analysis, specialist chemistry, nuclear, paints and coating consultancy and forensic testing. Customers are also reminded that our team of specialists are highly qualified and we can provide a high level of expertise and accreditation.

Site Investigation

We are a market leading provider when it comes to geotechnical site investigations. The effect that ground work can have on the wide environment can be extremely damaging and therefore the services we provide are incredibly important. They include drilling and sampling, Cone Penetration Testing (CPT), geotechnical laboratory testing, materials testing and technical advice, as well as many more. Our team of experts have many years of experience within this field and can provide a high quality service for our customers.

Geotechnical & Environmental Consultancy

We can also provide geotechnical and environmental consultancy for clients who wish to ensure that their activities are not just viable and safe but also sustainable and legally compliant. It is worth noting that we can provide these services to a wide range of industries and for many different applications. Services include planning, permitting and EIA, assessments, soil and landscape science, dust and air investigations and IPPC, just to name a few. For further information on these or any of our services, you can visit the website.

Pelorus Surveys

Our Pelorus surveys are conducted by our land and marine specialists who can provide a range of surveys, including hydrographic, oceanographic, geophysical and topographical. These surveys help to provide solutions for complex and demanding problems which require professional attention. Our experience within this field means that we can handle many different problems, however novel and provide prompt and cost effective solutions. To learn more about our Pelorus surveys, don't hesitate to visit the website.

Construction Materials Testing

Our experienced laboratory technicians are qualified to conduct a wide range of construction materials tests, all of which are undertaken using UKAS accredited procedures. Our areas of expertise within this field include aggregates, concrete, construction chemistry, Re-instatement services, plate testing, soil stabilisation testing and materials consultancy, just to name a few. To view our services in full, you can visit the website where you will find further information or alternatively you can contact us directly.

Materials Testing

The testing of materials is an important element of many industries who operate around both artificial and natural environments. Our materials testing services include construction materials testing, demolition and recycled materials, energy testing, foundation testing, specialist testing, structural investigations and pavement assessments. Our technicians are highly trained and experienced individuals who can provide not just testing results but also advice and recommendations on how a company should proceed.

Your Industry

Our company has been providing a wide range of services for many years and have worked with virtually every industry. We can therefore guarantee that whatever industry or sector our client is based in, we will have the tools, resources and experience to help. If you visit the website you will be able to find a list of all the industries we can work with, which should help to provide some scope in our abilities. If you cant find your particular sector, don't worry, just contact us and we will help you further.