Applications in Exploration:

• Geochemical exploration: for orientation, reconnaissance or grid geochemical surveys – real-time detection of anomalies, no need to wait for lab results to carry out infill surveys.
• Mapping – regolith and outcrop mapping - assist with real-time alteration and rock identification.
• Drilling – auger, RAB, aircore, RC, diamond - in field analysis direct from the sample, instant results. Know when to stop drilling and screen samples before sending them for laboratory analysis.

Applications in Mining:

• Mapping – in pit or underground - obtain real time data at low cost and improve definition of ore waste boundaries and alteration haloes.
• Grade control – analysis of grab, channel, blast hole, RC and dump samples – low cost allows greater density of measurements, instant data provides greater flexibility in mine planning.
• Geometallurgy – multi-element analysis for input in flow sheets, real time refinement of processes.

Applications in Environmental Studies:

• Baseline studies – increase the density of sampling for the same cost as a regular soil sampling programme.
• Contaminated sites assessment – ability to analyse surface exposures (in-situ samples).
• Environmental monitoring – real-time results, allow earlier hazard identification and faster response times.

Why use Field Portable XRF?

• Ability to bring a “Mini Lab” to the field - with obvious limitations of course!
• Quick, instant & interactive feedback.
• Pre-Screening of samples to:

- Make informed decisions at the sample location.
- Minimize sending low grade material to the laboratory – reduce laboratory expenses & long assaying lag times.
- Refine your sampling program in the field.
- Increase sample density easily at a low cost.