Certified Laboratory
As a testimony to the accuracy of Socfindo's laboratory analyses, our analysis results consistently score very high results in the Wageningen Evaluating programs for Analytical Laboratories (WEPAL), a worldwide laboratory proficiency testing scheme, with an average score of acceptance of 100% for plant samples (International Plant-Analytical Exchange Program).
Our laboratory is KAN - accredited and has ISO17025 certification, which is the main standard used by testing and calibration laboratories worldwide.
As planters we understand the importance of the right balance of nutrients in our plants and our soil. Water and nutrients, including trace elements all influence crop productivity.
Leaf and Rachis Analysis
Socfindo offers leaf and rachis analysis. These are very important annual analyses that are fundamental to understand the state of nutrition of your palms. These will facilitate tailoring your fertiliser requirements according to your palms needs within each specific leaf sampling unit (LSU).
Regular analysis will help you understand how your palms respond to your fertiliser strategy over time, according to your palm genetic origin or its environmental conditions.
The parameters analysed are described below.
| Leaf Analysis Parameter | |
|---|---|
| Nitrogen (N. Kjeldahl) | Boron (B) |
| Phosphor (P) | Copper (Cu) |
| Potassium (K) | Zinc (Zn) |
| Calcium (Ca) | Iron (Fe) |
| Magnesium (Mg) | Package N, P, K, Ca, Mg, B |
| Chloride (Cl) | Aluminium (Al) |
| Manganese (Mn) | Sulphur (S) |
| Rachis Analysis Parameter | |
|---|---|
| N - Kjeldahl | Cl |
| P - Total | Mn - Total |
| K - Total | B - Total |
| Ca - Total | Cu, Zn, Fe (each parameter) |
| Mg - Total | Package N, P, K, Ca, Mg, B |
Fertiliser, Compost Analysis and Fertiliser Recommendation
Socfindo offers fertiliser and compost analysis. This assists planters to confirm the composition of their fertiliser or compost in terms of elements.
Fertiliser is the most expensive input in our industry. Checking the quality of your product against the specification required will give the purchaser peace of mind, allowing management to concentrate on the time and quality of application.
The parameters analysed are described below.
| Fertiliser Analysis Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Urea (N) | NPK (N, P₂O₅, K₂O) |
| ZA (N) | NPK (N, P₂O₅, K₂O, MgO) |
| ZA (N, S) | NPK (N, P₂O₅, K₂O, MgO₂, B₃, O) |
| RP (P₂O₅, CAS) | Borate (B₂O₅) |
| TSP/SP-36 (P₂O₅) | ZnSO₄ (Zn) |
| TSP/SP-36 (P₂O₅, CAS) | ZnSO₄ (Zn, S) |
| MOP / KCL (K₂O) | CuSO₄ (Cu) |
| Kieserite (MgO) | CuSO₄ (Cu+S) |
| Dolomite (MgO, CaO) | FeSO₄ (Fe) |
| Dolomite (MgO, CaO, Fineness) | FeSO₄ (Fe,S) |
| Kieserite (MgO tot, MgO WS, S) | Fineness |
| Compost Analysis Parameters | |
|---|---|
| pH | CEC (Cation Exchangeable Capacity) |
| Moisture | Boron |
| C - organic | Package C - Org., N, P, K, Mg, Ca, B, Fe, Cu, pH |
| Total Ca, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn (Each Parameter) | Loss of Ignition |
Socfindo offers fertiliser recommendation, on a per hectare basis. Please click below for enquiries.
Soil Analysis
Socfindo offers soil analysis. For instance soil analysis prior to replanting is useful, it will allow the plantation manager to understand the state of the soil, as after one generation of palm or rubber, we usually find a trend of acidification on tropical soils. This analysis will give you the tool to rebalance your soil, rectify the pH and restore cation exchange capacity.
The parameters analysed are described below.
| Soil Analysis Parameter | |
|---|---|
| pH H₂O | Total (P, K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn) |
| pH KCl | Extract 25% HCl (P, K, Ca, Mg, Fe, Mn, Cu, Zn) |
| Total N (Kjeldahl) | Total Sulphur |
| P - Bray II | Base Saturation |
| C - organic | Texture (Hydrometer) |
| Exchangeable Cations (K, Mg, Ca, Na) | Package (pH H₂O, pH KCl, Particle Size, N Total, C - organic, P - Bray II, CEC, K, Mg, Ca, Na) |
| CEC (Cations Exchangeable Capacity) | |
Latex Diagnosis and Rubber Exploitation Recommendation
Socfindo offers Latex diagnosis for the rubber planters. The latex diagnosis will give you an understanding of the physiological functioning of the laticifer system and sucrose metabolism for your clones, according to your tapping and stimulation management. This will help you identify potential increased stimulation or stimulation relief.
The parameters analysed are described below.
| Latex Analysis Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Total Solution Content (TSC) | Phosphorus |
| Thiols | Package (TSC, Thiols, Sucrose, Phosphorus) |
| Sucrose | |
Socfindo offers rubber exploitation recommendation, on a per hectare basis. Please click below for enquiries.
Water and Effluent Water Analysis
Socfindo is now be able to offer water analysis (running water, drinking water as well as effluent waste waters). The analysis will assist in reducing your water footprint and improving the access to clean water for your stakeholders.
Bundling of specific parameters for ongoing government compliance are also offered:
- Clean Water Bundle as Peraturan Menteri Kesehatan RI No. 32 Tahun 2017. Lampiran II - Kualitas Air Bersih
- River Water Bundle as Peraturan Pemerintah No. 82 Tahun 2001. Kualitas Air Sungai
- Effluent Water Bundle as Peraturan Menteri Lingkungan Hidup RI No. 5 Tahun 2014. Lampiran III - Industri Minyak Sawit. Lampiran IV - Crumb Rubber
The parameters analysed are described below.
| Waste Water (effluent) and Water (from river or borehole) Analysis Parameters | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical | Organic Chemical | ||
| Mercury (Hg) | pH | Organic Matter as KMnO₄ | Oil and Grease |
| Arsenic (As) | Selenium (Se) | Physical | |
| Iron (Fe) | Zinc (Zn) | Odour | Turbidity |
| Fluoride (F) | Cyanide (Cn) | Taste | Oil and Grease |
| Cadmium (Cd) | Sulfate (SO₄) | Temperature | Total Nitrogen (N) |
| Hardness (CaCO₃) | Lead (Pb) | Colour | Total Dissolve Solid (TDS) |
| Chloride (Cl) | Boron (B) | Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) | Total Suspended Solid (TSS) |
| Chromium (Cr) | Copper (Cu) | Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD₅) | |
| Manganese (Mn) | Dissolved Oxygen | Microbiology | |
| N as Nitrate | P as Phosphate (PO₄) | Total Coliform | |
| N as Nitrite | Ammonia | Fecal Coliform | |