We are pleased to announce that Lucion Ground Engineering’s Peterborough- based laboratory has not only successfully transitioned to the latest BS1377:2022 and BS EN ISO17892 testing standards but has also received exceptional praise during our June 2025 UKAS assessment.
“It’s been years since we’ve seen such a successful visit,” remarked UKAS assessors during the final meeting, describing our quality system as ‘second to none.’
This recognition comes at a particularly significant time, as we complete our carefully planned transition to the latest industry standards.
Excellence in Action
The UKAS assessment report highlighted multiple areas of exceptional performance:
“The laboratory effectively maintains ISO IEC17025:2017 testing requirements, demonstrating professionalism and excellent compliance,” noted the assessors, particularly praising our staff’s expertise: “The procedures for staff training are clearly effective with records indicating considerable time and effort is spent ensuring a thorough understanding of test methods utilised and the materials under test.”
– Matt Hartnup, our Laboratory Manager, reflects on this achievement:
“This successful assessment, particularly during a major transition in testing standards, demonstrates our team’s unwavering commitment to excellence. The assessors’ praise confirms what we’ve always known – our staff are exceptional, with thorough knowledge and understanding of their tests.”
Comprehensive Geotechnical Testing Services
Our UKAS-accredited laboratory offers a complete range of geotechnical testing services, including:
Classification Testing
- Particle size distribution
- Atterberg limits (liquid and plastic limits)
- Moisture content determination
- Particle density
Strength Testing
- Triaxial testing
- Direct shear testing
- California Bearing Ratio (CBR)
Compaction and Density Testing
- Moisture condition value (MCV)
- Maximum dry density/optimum moisture content
- In-situ density determination
- Relative density
Chemical Testing
- pH value
- Sulfate content
- Organic content
- Specialist Testing
- Permeability testing
- Consolidation testing
- Rock testing
Investing in Quality
Our transition to the latest standards represents a significant investment in quality and accuracy.
“The laboratory should be commended for the comparative testing being performed,” the assessors noted, adding that “the values provided gave a great deal of confidence in results currently being reported.”
“The programme of training in the performance of the updated test methods has been very effective,” the assessment confirmed, highlighting our commitment to continuous improvement and excellence.
For our clients, this successful transition and assessment means:
- Access to the most up-to-date testing methods aligned with current British and European standards
- Continued confidence in the accuracy and reliability of test results
- Expert staff with demonstrated competence in the latest testing procedures
- Seamless integration of new standards without compromise to service quality
“I’m incredibly proud of our laboratory team’s achievement. This result reinforces our position as a leading provider of geotechnical testing services and demonstrates our commitment to delivering excellence across all our operations.”
– Robin Slade, GeoEnvironmental Unit Director, Lucion
Complete Environmental and Geotechnical Solutions
Beyond our laboratory services, Lucion Ground Engineering and the wider Lucion group of companies offer integrated environmental and geotechnical solutions including:
- Site Investigation Services
- Contaminated Land Assessment
- Asbestos in Soils Investigation
- Ground Gas Monitoring
- Groundwater Monitoring
- Subsidence Monitoring
Our multi-disciplinary approach ensures seamless project delivery, supported by:
- In-house drilling teams
- CatB Non-Licensed competency trained professionals
- Advanced analytical capabilities including SEM
- Professional air monitoring and asbestos surveys
- Secure data management backed by Cyber Essentials Plus certification
With our successful transition to BS1377:2022 and BS EN ISO17892, combined with our outstanding UKAS assessment, we’re better positioned than ever to support your geotechnical testing needs.
Our comprehensive range of accredited tests, delivered by our expert team, ensures you receive the highest quality service and most accurate results for your projects.
Contact our Geotechnical Laboratory Services Team today to learn how our enhanced capabilities can support your next project.
