The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) is a South African statutory body that was established in terms of the Standards Act, 1945 (Act No. 24 of 1945) and continues to operate in terms of the latest edition of the Standards Act, 2008 (Act No. 29 of 2008). The SABS is responsible for the maintenance and development of South African National Standards (SANS), as well as for the certification of products and services that meet these standards. The SABS also provides testing and calibration services, training, and consultancy services to both the public and private sectors.
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Development and maintenance of South African National Standards (SANS) to ensure quality and safety in products and services.
Certification of products and services that comply with SANS, enhancing consumer confidence and facilitating market access.
Comprehensive testing services to verify compliance with national and international standards.
High precision calibration services to ensure measurement accuracy and reliability.
Professional training and consultancy services to support businesses in achieving compliance with standards.
Implementation of quality assurance systems to improve product and service quality.
Monitoring of the market to ensure compliance with compulsory standards and regulations.
Operates under the Standards Act, 2008 (Act No. 29 of 2008), ensuring its activities are legally grounded.
Member of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), facilitating global standards compliance.
Located in Pretoria, South Africa, serving as the central hub for its operations.
Services extend across various sectors including construction, food and beverages, electronics, and more, impacting a wide range of industries.
Plays a critical role in protecting consumers by ensuring products and services meet established safety and quality standards.
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