Geology, mining and raw materials
Fast elemental analysis in exploration and quality control of ores, concentrates and construction materials.
Exploring and controlling the quality of mineral raw materials relies on fast, reliable elemental analysis. Field X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers support exploration and deposit mapping directly in the pit, on drill cores and on cuttings samples.
In the laboratory, the full range of determinations — from major constituents to trace elements — is provided by wavelength-dispersive (WDX) spectrometers and plasma techniques (ICP-OES, ICP-MS), also used in the cement and construction-materials industry.
Recommended techniques and instruments
- XRF spectrometers — field and benchtop analysis of ores and concentrates.
- WDX spectrometers — sequential analysis from Be to U, e.g. WDX-4000.
- ICP-OES and ICP-MS — trace elements, e.g. ICP-MS2000.