Venter Geotechnical Laboratory Services

Advanced Geotechnical Testing is in our DNA.

What We Do
We offer a suite of testing, which includes:

Critical State Line Testing with Advanced Triaxial Systems.

Direct & Cyclic Simple Shear Tests

Ancillary tests which comprise of remedial testing & assisting of outsource testing to other civil labs.

About Us
Our Laboratory Business

VGLS is a young laboratory business, however, its Founder, Vian Venter, has been working in the industry for more than nine years. Prior to establishing VGLS, Vian was employed with WSP Golder for four years. He was approached by the University of Pretoria (UP) and subsequently left WSP Golder to design, construct, and manage the world’s first advanced mobile laboratory. At the time of his resignation, his position was Laboratory Manager.

Our mission is to offer quality testing underpinned by authoritative advice (Quality over Quantity).

Our Ultimate Goal -
We will be known for: