Laboratory fleece testing provides valuable data that ensure effective management of the flocks. At SGNCO, we offer a range of options for laboratory fleece testing. Our services yield valuable data regarding the length-diameter profile, strength and Fiber curvature of the greasy and scoured wool.

SGNCO use fully-portable version of OFDA instrument for fleece testing. Samples are taken as single staple from a consistent location on each animal. In a single day, sampling and measurement of over 1000 animals is usually achieved.

Fleece testing can also be done in farms before actual shearing. The obtained data from our services can be used for genetic selection and objective preparation of Fiber lots for selling. Sale lots prepared in this manner are more uniform than traditional methods.

Displacement behaviour of the soil is amongst deciding factors for the environmental behaviour of substances. In any such analysis, tests are carried out for particular substances on several parameter like sorption on the soil, leaching, solubility in water and rate of degradation. All these parameters are the part in the risk assessment for the substance.

SGNCO conducts environmental field studies into the displacement behaviour of crop protection agents. With years of experience and special installations support, we offer following services:

The length after carding (LAC) test determines the length of scoured wool in a reliable, fast and cost-effective manner. It contents the stern aspects of semi-worsted processing. SGNCO has its own testing laboratory with modern equipment. This makes us able to obtain LAC results agreeing within 1 to 2 mm on wools.

Samples are taken in triplicate through specially-designed spear, which takes tufts during bale loading. The collection of samples is carried out in such a way so that it doesn't damage the wool. Out of the three samples, two are stored properly for further testing or retesting.

The collected sample is then conditioned by adding controlled quantity of standardized carding lubricant. The sample is then fed through a standardized sample card. The carded web is then gilled 3 times in a gill-box to collect the specimens. These specimens are twisted up for the measurement using Almeter.

We also offer standardized card waste tests that provide indication of the carding yield of the wools. LAC test has also been proved success in case of greasy wool.

It is required to test the levels of residue in the feed of agricultural livestock. Such tests estimate the possible residue exposure to the consumers, when they consume animal products like eggs, milk, meat etc. SGNCO conducts studies in the breeding of livestock, which includes testing on animal drugs and feed additives.

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Mean fibre diameter is one of the most important determinants of raw wool price. SGNCO offers its services to measure mean fibre diameter. The testing methods to determine mean fibre diameter involve:

We use Laser-Scan and OFDA technology, which are reliable and fast, although it produces different results from the reference projection microscope method. Both these technologies have worldwide acceptance. Laser-Scan and OFDA can also be applied to both raw wool and tops as well as yarns.