in-house Laboratory

We regularly test our rendered fat for soap and shampoo products in our own on-site laboratory. PAP for pet food, animal feed and fertiliser is continuously monitored by specialists. This enables us to:

evaluate the results immediately
have quicker response time than if control were done in various labs
take immediate action and make any adjustments necessary

Constant quality control

DNA

Real time testing via PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technique;
Detection of residual pig DNA;
Absence of African Swine Fever.

Microbiological

Via EPM technology (Enrichment and Plating Method);
Detection of salmonella + E coli bacteria.

Protein

Via NIRS technology (Near-InfraRed Spectroscopy);
Measuring percentages of protein, fat, ash, moisture, nitrogen and FFA (Free Fatty Acid).

Vet

Via NIRS-techniek (Near-InfraRed Spectroscopy);
Meten van percentages vet, iodine en vrije vetzuren (via zuur-base titraties).

Tracking to the smallest detail

Our lab staff samples every batch. After the samples are coded, they are kept for six months to enable quick responses in traceability. The lab technicians check visually and aromatically for colour, odour and consistency and measure fat and free fatty acid content.

Customers receive a delivery note stating the weight of the load on departure, as well as the ID number of the driver and truck, the code of the samples taken and the batch number of the complete load.

Certified for quality, environment and transport

PROGRA will be happy to provide you with all the necessary certificates required in terms of quality, environment and transport:

Environmental permit for the processing of animal by-products category 3
Recognition by the Flemish Region (OVAM) as a processor of animal by-products category 3
FCA certification for the production and trade of feed materials

Recognition for the self-monitoring system (ACS)
Renewable energy certification (ISCC) for melted fats for biofuel

ARNO has all the necessary certificates in the field of transport:

Transport permit for international transport of goods
Recognition by the Flemish Region (OVAM) as a collector and transporter of animal waste category 3

Recognition by the Walloon Region (OWD) as a collector and transporter of animal waste category 3
Recognition by the Brussels Region (BIM) as a collector and transporter of animal waste category 3

Quality is what sets us apart

Biofuel, green kerosene and biodiesel from high-quality animal fat