Protechnik Laboratories

Protechnik Laboratories: Safeguarding Against Chemical & Biological Threats

Protechnik is Armscor’s multidisciplinary Chemical and Biological (CB) defence R&D facility- Africa’s first OPCW-designated laboratory. Protechnik delivers end-to-end capability in detection, protection, decontamination, verification and analysis. With 30+ years of experience and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation, we support defence and civilian sectors such as agriculture, food manufacturing, mining, environment with accredited analytical services, materials testing and deployable field response.

We specialise in advanced R&D and analytical services designed to protect personnel, verify hazardous substances, and support commitments under international chemical weapons conventions. Our multidisciplinary team of scientists and technical experts conducts testing using validated methodologies and state-of-the-art equipment. 

Why Choose Us

Safeguarding Against Chemical & Biological Threats

OPCW-designated

Status, with a complete CB defence value chain (detect → protect → decon → verify → analyse).

ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Accredited analytics, including masks/materials testing for multiple industries.

Deployable BSL-3

Mobile CB Laboratory for rapid characterisation, detection and decontamination.

Advanced detection R&D

UAV-mounted gas detection, graphene-based sensing and glass-carbon electrodes for SO₂, H₂S, NO₂.

Verification strengths

TIC Verification Mobile App, OPCW proficiency participation, analytical training for African states and first responders.

Setting the Standard: Our International Accreditations

Our Services

Multidisciplinary Science for Complex Challenges

Trusted Partnership for Safety and Compliance

Protechnik is trusted for its deep scientific knowledge, high-quality testing, and commitment to non-proliferation and safety. Our strengths include: 

Partner with the specialists in detection and protection solutions.

Corner 110 Oak Avenue and 103 Combretum
Crescent, Highveld, Techno Park Centurion
Call: 012 665 9440