To make operations more efficient and reduce costs without compromising on product quality, there are merits to investing in a portable handheld XRF analyser. Applications where portable handheld XRF analysers are appropriate include grade control of common ores, ores containing rare earth elements and identifying valuable elements in ore tailings.

When you are looking to invest in a handheld XRF analyser, here are the features you should be ensuring the instrument comes with:
• Integrated GPS so you can combine geolocation data and analysis results.
• Large area SDD for high sensitivity and trace element analysis, even for light elements like sulphur.
• Easy averaging function for non-homogenous samples.
• IP54 compliant (equivalent to NEMA 3) for dust and splash water protection, and MIL-STD-810G military standard robustness.
• Advanced data management and cloud storage that allows you to store your results safely, share data, photographs, notes or GPS results, instantly and access the data in real-time from any computer.
• Ability to manage results from a whole fleet of analysers with a single account.

The handheld XRF analyzer X-MET8000 Geo range from Hitachi High-Tech is distributed by United Scientific (Pty) Ltd in Africa. The X-MET8000 Geo range helps mining companies increase efficiency, lower cost and shorten possible time to market. Delivering rapid, on-site geochemical analysis, it’s ideal for use throughout the mining process including exploration, planning, grade control, tailing operations and environmental screening during decommissioning.