FireFly LIBS System by Lightigo Rapid multi-elemental analysis and chemical imaging with FireFly. OVERVIEW | FEATURES | VIDEO | ABOUT | ENQUIRE / CALL BACK Product Overview The FireFly by Lightigo is a cutting-edge laboratory analytical instrument that harnesses the power of Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS) for swift multi-elemental analysis and chemical imaging. Designed for solid samples, this device offers unparalleled spatial resolution and scanning rates, making it a leader in its field. Features & Benefits Depth Profiling Multi-layer Analysis Laser Flexibility Easy Wavelength Switching Cost-Efficient Wide Element Detection Key features & benefits Rapid Multi-Elemental Analysis: Utilizes LIBS and OES…
PlasmaQuant MS Series Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. OVERVIEW | FEATURES | VIDEO | APPLICATIONS | ENQUIRE / CALL BACK Product Overview The PlasmaQuant MS range of instruments from Analytik Jena provides unparalleled sensitivity and speed, but with the lowest running costs of any ICP-MS instrument. With their flexibility and added features, the PlasmaQuant MS range is perfect for meeting both routine and complex analytical challenges with user-friendly software and simple maintenance. In the sections below we highlight some key features and applications of the PlasmaQuant MS…
The PlasmaQuant MS range of instruments from Analytik Jena provides unparalleled sensitivity and speed, but with the lowest running costs of any ICP-MS instrument. With their flexibility and added features, the PlasmaQuant MS range is perfect for meeting both routine and complex analytical challenges with user-friendly software and simple maintenance. In the sections below we highlight some key features and applications of the PlasmaQuant MS range, demonstrating why they are the currently the preferred choice for ICP-MS in research, commercial, and industrial laboratories. Further information is also available on the Analytik Jena website or contact SciMed today! Key features of the PlasmaQuant MS…
The DigiPREP sample digestion systems are a family of products consisting of a controller and choice digestion block sizes. DigiPREP controller – keypad Displays block or sample temperature Displays time remaining in sequence Utilises safety measures to prevent failure Timer with shut off option Temperature set point DigiPREP controller – touchscreen Stores up to 12 methods with up to 6 programmeable steps in each Graphical representation of heating profile in real-time. Built in safety messages and calibratrion parameters DigiPREP Blocks DigiPREP LS DigiPREP MS DigiPREP Jr. DigiPREP Mini Tube Volume Capacity Capacity Capacity Capacity 15ml 108…
The Pensky-Martens Closed Cup Flash Tester determines flash points of a wide range of products by a closed cup method with two option speed stirring of the sample. The method is extensively used in shipping and safety regulations for detection of contamination by volatile and flammable materials in fuel oils and lubricating oils, and for characterization of hazardous waste samples. The operating cover mechanism slides the shutter open and applies the test flame at the turn of a knob. The electrically heated model is equipped with a 1000W nickel-chromium heater with stepless variable control for accurate, repeatable temperature ramps. The…
The NEX-QC is designed as a small compact entry level EDXRF spectrometer, yet providing superior performance. Description NEX-QC NEX QC+ Description The NEX-QC product range is designed as a small compact and robust EDXRF spectrometer, yet providing superior performance. It has been designed to be ultra simple to use, robust and able to operate in harsher production environments. Specifically designed for routine quality control applications, the new Rigaku NEX QC features an intuitive “icon-driven” touch screen interface for easy operation and a built-in printer for convenience. Summary of Specification • Elemental range: Al-U• Sample types: powders, oils, liquids, thin films…
Description VIDEO Why Polarised optics? Application Description Second-generation Polarised Optics EDXRF from Rigaku.This New Generation instrument performs Quantitative and Qualitative Elemental Analysis What are the main features of the Rigaku NEX CGII? NEX CG II, performs elemental analysis of major, minor and trace elements from light elements – Na to heavy U. Measurements can be made of metals, glass and other solid matrices, powders of soils, geological matrices, polymers, pharmaceuticals and other powders, liquids, pastes, waste materials, thin films and coatings and any material that can be presented to the instrument in pre-defined cups or discs or any free form…
Description Key Features Application Description The RIGAKU NEX-CG is an ED(P)-XRF with ultra high performance. The (P) stands for Polarised X-ray optics. This particular X-ray optical configuration combined with a high performance detector has led to the highest performance benchtop X-ray spectrometer to date. The NEX-CG allows for high precision sample screening of unknown samples from sub ppm up to percentage levels. The NEX CG can be used for routine applications where a high level of performance is required. It ca also be used to screen totally unknown samples such waste samples, oild slurries and many other similar applications. Soils,…
The InfraCal 2 infrared analyser is the choice of experts for measuring oil in produced water; oil contamination in soil; and fats, oils and greases in waste streams. The instrument gives results under 15 minutes and has a reputation for rugged durability. The sampling procedure requires a few simple steps that can be performed by non-technical personnel. The water is mixed with the extraction solvent, shaken, and then presented to the InfraCal Analyzer for measurement. The system has no moving parts, is enclosed in a rugged metal case, and is available with an optional internal battery pack. At a price…
The Multi X 2500 analyser is the highest performing AOX analyser available and can be extended to EOX, POX, TOX, TX, TC, TIC and TOC applications. Find out all you need to know about the principles of AOX analysis by visiting our dedicated page (CLICK HERE) There are a number of AOX/TOX regulations in force, for example, DIN ISO 9652, EPA 1650 for AOX in water and wastewater, and EPA 9020B for TOX in wastewater. Whatever your sample, whatever your halogen – we can analyse it. The complete solution for environmental monitoring The determination of organic halogens which…
The Multi N/C® range of TOC and TNb analyzers from Analytik Jena deliver robust, high performance results on an easy to use, low maintenance platform. Technology Highlights• Industry leading, high performance TOC for all applications.• No kits required for difficult high saline samples making the system easy to use.• Direct injection variable volume autosampler injects only the amount of sample required. Inject small volumes for concentrated samples or complex matrices or large volumes for enhanced sensitivity.• 10 year NDIR detector warranty• Sensitivity down to 2ppb, upper range of 30,000ppm without dilution.• Automatic sample preparation, sparging and acidification• Dedicated UK service…
A recycling system can be used to recycle carbon dioxide after collection system (high pressure fraction collection vessel). This system consists of storage vessel with level sensor for carbon dioxide storage, level sensor module to display level, condensing heat exchanger, condensing cooling bath, and valves. The system also features pressure relief valve that can be piped to vent to relieve pressure in case of over-pressurization or overfill conditions. Fill conditions in a system are dictated by operating conditions. Based on display of level sensor module, user switches carbon dioxide supply to system from carbon dioxide source or to storage vessel…
Parr Instrument Company offer laboratory scale pressure vessels without mechanical internal stirring. These autoclaves, (referred to as ‘general purpose vessels’), are provided in several convenient sizes and cover a wide temperature and pressure range (shown below) to allow the researcher’s specific application to be carried out. Examples of the uses of these vessels are: Simple organic chemistry pressurised reactions Many organic chemists use our general purpose vessels for carrying out hydrogenations where they heat and stir the vessel on a conventional stirrer hotplate. This is a low cost way of undertaking simple synthetic pressurised reactions while keeping safely as the…
Environmental analysis The multi EA® 4000 offers precise and reliable environmental analysis and is incredibly easy to use. It guarantees you the fully automated determination of the environmentally relevant parameters TC, TOC, TIC, EC and BOC in soil, sediments, waste, minerals and other inorganic solids. Elemental analysis The multi EA® 4000 stands for fast, low-maintenance macro elemental analysis. It enables you to determine the parameters TS and TC in inorganic and organic solids straightforwardly and simultaneously. TX determination is no problem at all. Furthermore, additional options allow the speciation of carbon – TOC, TIC, EC, OC, and BOC. Advantages at…
Complimenting our range of Hitachi thermal analysis instruments, SciMed is also pleased to provide a high-throughput multi-sample TGA from Navas Instruments. This instrument is specifically designed for applications in industries that require fast, consistent and reliable analysis of moisture, volatiles and ash content without the need for constant operator attention. Typical areas of applications include: • coal• food• plastics• cement• iron ore• flour• rubber• fertiliser• soil analysis• biomass industries Features• An internal balance prevents the need to remove samples for weighing.• Up to 19 samples with automatic crucible cover placement and removal can be analysed in a single run.• Automatic…
The Parr Model 6200 Isoperibol Calorimeter represents the current development of the traditional removable bomb and bucket calorimeter. This model is suitable for those who require a high degree of precision and a reasonable anticipated workload but without the automation associated with the 6400 model. It is recommended for use with: • waste• fuel• coal• oil purposes• propellants• explosives• food samples for nutritional data• small scale samples (micro conversion kit required) It is deal for university research and for those working to ASTM or BS standards. You can also visit the Parr website for more product details by clicking on…
The Parr Model 6400 Automatic Isoperibol Calorimeter offers the world’s most automated calorimeter featuring the fixed bomb and bucket design. It is the calorimeter of choice for high throughput contract laboratories. This calorimeter builds on ten years experience gained with its predecessor 1281 and 6300 models. This 6400 is suitable for those who require a high precision instrument and a high anticipated workload of up to 7 tests per hour. It is recommended for use with: • waste• fuel• coal• oil purposes• propellants• explosives• food samples for nutritional data• small scale samples (micro conversion kit required) It is deal for…
Radioactive materials science requires handling of hazardous substances (fuels, wastes, reactive gases, etc) under safe conditions for the operators and characterisation instruments. In a lot of cases, these materials need to be handled in glove boxes or in hot cells (lead chamber) depending on the radiations types and intensities. Thermal analysis and calorimetry are common thermal characterization techniques for nuclear fuels (current or candidates), wastes, and surrounding materials (e.g. cladding). It means that the instruments concerned must be customised to become compatible with these specific operating conditions.
Recycling has become a term that cannot be ignored in the industrial world. Recycling is roughly classified into (1) “re-use”, utilizing something again for the same purpose, (2) “material recycling”, returning something into the original material for subsequent use, (3) “chemical recycling”, changing something into another material for subsequent use, and (4) “thermal recycling”, using something for thermal energy. New technologies utilizing fly ash of urban refuse as cement material (chemical recycling) and converting urban refuse into solid fuel (thermal recycling) have attracted a lot of attention. In X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analysis, it is possible to perform qualitative and quantitative…
Wood treatments are used to protect lumber from fungi, insects, UV damage and general wear. Lumber treated with copper or copper oxide is used in a variety of residential and commercial construction projects, including house and building foundations, fences, patio decks and playground playscapes. When treating wood, the proper balance of treatment solution must be monitored to ensure the highest quality while minimizing waste and excess cost due to treatment usage or product rejection. Cu or CuO levels are monitored in solution prior to treatment, and then in the wood to ensure proper retention. A quick, simple, reliable means of…
Wood treatments are used to protect lumber from fungi, insects, UV damage and general wear. In recent years, the US EPA has asked for voluntary compliance to restrict the use of chromated copper arsenate (CCA), due to concerns of Cr and As leaching into soils, Lumber treated with CCA is used in a limited number of situations, such as in roofing shingles, permanent building foundations, and certain commercial applications. When treating wood, the proper balance of treatment solution must be monitored to ensure the highest quality while minimizing waste and excess cost due to treatment usage or product rejection. Cr,…
One of the major uses of silica sand is to make glass, and in particular glass bottles. The iron content is one of the major factors that affects the color of the glass. Low iron sands are used to produce clear glass for bottles, while sand with higher iron content is used to make amber glass bottles. Thus, both at the quarry site and in the manufacturing process, monitoring the iron content is very important to ensure the quality of the glass products. The Rigaku NEX QC is an ideal tool for reliably measuring the iron content in sand, and…
Wood treatments are used to protect lumber from fungi, insects, UV damage and general wear. Common wood treatment formulations containing only Cu, CCA, Penta and ACZA. Ammonia Copper Zinc Arsenate (ACZA) is often used to treat wood species that do not easily retain other treatments, such as Douglas Fir. When treating wood, the proper balance of treatment solution must be monitored to ensure the highest quality while minimizing waste and excess cost due to treatment usage or product rejection. Cu, Zn and As levels are monitored in solution prior to treatment, and then in the wood to ensure proper retention….
Wood treatments are used to protect lumber from fungi, insects, UV damage and general wear. Lumber treated with IPBC is often used to treat window frames, as the iodine treatment does not discolor wood and does not hinder the coloring of the finished wood. When treating wood, the proper balance of treatment solution must be monitored to ensure the highest quality while minimizing waste and excess cost due to treatment usage or product rejection. Iodine levels (as IPBC) are monitored in solution prior to treatment, and then in the wood to ensure proper retention. A quick, simple, reliable means of…
Paper and plastic are coated with a thin layer of silicone as a release coating in the manufacture of labels, tape or other adhesives, or as a barrier coating for protection against air in the packaging of food, medical products and other materials. In a clay coated paper the clay coating adds weight and adjusts various physical properties, such as paper glossiness and ink retention. During the coating process the amount of silicone coating, usually expressed as coat weight in g/m2 or lbs/ream, must be periodically measured in order to ensure the proper physical properties of the product. When coating…
Measurement of additive elements P, S, Cl, Ca, Zn and Mo in lubricating oils by ASTM D7751 is demonstrated. Controlling additive elements when blending new, fresh lubricating oils is vital to ensure correct lubrication properties and minimizing production waste and product rejection. EDXRF is a fast and simple analytical technique for use by non-technical operators, yet powerful enough for expert use in the research & development of new lube oil formulations. To meet the industry needs in production and research Rigaku NEX DE offers compliance to D7751 Standard Test Method for Additive Elements in Lubricating Oils by EDXRF Analysis for…
RIGAKUS XRFS offer the unique capability of testing and analysing waste material with minimum sample preparation whilst achieving unsurpassed accuracy. Whether it’s for chemical waste, industrial waste, domestic waste, the testing of toxic metals and all other environmentally sensitive metals down to sub ppm levels can be achieved. Results will complay with waste directives and the environmental agencies waste screening requirements.
XRF is the most common method for testing waste oils, processed fuel oils and recycled fuel oil. It complies with methods such IP 503, IP 593 and IP 336. All heavy metals, toxic metal and transition metals derived form the wear of engines and other machinery can be tested
Determination of the precious metals content of recovered catalytic converter cores is critical to accessing the valuations needed in this specialized business within the automotive recycling stream. The NEX CG software allows for more versatile design of methods and libraries, as well as standardless analysis capabilities for screening. Thus, the Rigaku NEX CG and simple yet advanced software, provides an easy-to-use and valuable tool for the catalytic converter recycling industry.
“Element analysis of aerosols and particulate matter released in smokestacks, and other industrial gas discharge, is vital to ensure that environmentally acceptable levels of toxic and hazardous elements are released properly into the air. Monitoring smoke or other gaseous waste is important in many areas, such as industrial manufacturing, coal-fired power plants, chemical and plastics production, etc., in order to minimize air pollution and the release of toxic metals in compliance with US EPA and other world and regional or local governing regulations. As a tool to help ensure compliance and proper release, Rigaku offers the NEX CG EDXRF analyzer…
Industrialization and an ever-growing population with rising standards of living produce huge volumes of waste water, while at the same time the demand for drinking water is increasing. Hence, water recycling and continuous monitoring of industrial/communal wastewater is becoming more and more important globally. This application note describes a method for fast routine analysis of several toxic key elements, such as cadmium, lead, nickel, copper, zinc, and chromium, in industrial effluents.
Drinking water is the world‘s most important resource and most consumed food. Quality control for drinking water is regulated by international and national regulations and norms. For example, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released the Method 200.8 which specifies criteria for the determination of trace elements in waters and wastes by ICP-MS. The analyses are carried out in order to guarantee safe products free from toxic contaminations. Almost all analyses offered by contract labs follow regulations and standards in order to harmonize the measurement procedures. For those labs requiring high sample throughput each day, not only accuracy, precision…
Mercury is a well-known toxic element and considered as one of the top ten chemicals of public health concern by the World Health Organization. It is a neurotoxin that rapidly bioaccumulates and can cause major health problems, and even death, in small quantities. Chronic exposure at low levels is known to affect the nervous, digestive and immune systems as well as the lungs, kidneys and eyes with fetuses and breast feeding babies susceptible to developmental effects. Mercury is a naturally occurring element found in air, water and soil through volcanic activity. Although, human activity contributes significantly through the burning of…
The pulp and paper industry generates large volumes of wastewater or effluents that need to be treated before they can be reused or released into natural waterways. According to the European Industrial Emissions Directive (IED) Best Available Techniques (BAT) have to be implemented within the EU for direct wastewater discharges from pulp, paper and card production). The BAT reference document (BREF) indicates that among other parameters, TOC (total organic carbon) and TNb (total bound nitrogen) are of growing importance. They need to be monitored on a daily or weekly basis. Furthermore, for economic and environmental reasons a preference for the…
The petrochemical industry generates large volumes of wastewater or effluents that need to be treated before they can be reused or released into natural waterways. Total organic carbon (TOC) and the total nitrogen bound (TNb) content is routinely determined, as these contaminants lead to eutrophication of surface water recourses, endangering aquatic life and groundwater supplies. According to the European Industrial Emissions Directive (IED), Best Available Techniques (BAT) have to be implemented within the EU for direct wastewater discharges from the refining of mineral oil and gas. The BAT reference document (BREF) indicates that, among other parameters, TOC and TNb are…
In wastewater treatment plants, the organic and nitrogen load have to be measured in the untreated inflow, the pretreated effluent, and the final effluent after the completed treatment process. In many cases, the chemical oxygen demand (COD) and TN contents are measured with separate methods. This is a labor- and time-consuming process often associated with the formation of chromium-VI-contaminated waste. Through correlation studies, an empirical conversion factor for TOC to COD conversion can be established. Hence, a fully automated analytical process for TOC/ TNb determination according to EN 1484 and EN 12260 can be applied to save resources and time.
The biofuel industry is brought into the 21st Centruy with the use of ultrasond to replace the rate limiting step of mixing the alcohol and oil source with a catalyst and can dramatically reduce the settlng out time to just a couple of hours and hugely reduce the waste or raw materials all with an increased yield.
It’s a key safety and legal requirement to deterin the calorific value / energy content of any materials used in the construction and buildng industry. When the worst happens and a building catches fire, companies want to minimise the ferocity that the materials burn with. Parr calorimeters are used for testing new building materials to be used in future construction and also the content of waste material after demolition. This is the key criteria for the fire safety testing industry.
Calorimeters are a crucial tool in the manufacture and burning of RDF and SRF fuel. The total energy content of the fuel is key to its value and power generation abilities when burned and the Parr range of calorimeters can determine this CV waste
Calorimeters are a crucial tool in the analysing the energy content contained in waste solvent and other waste like buildng mateirals and municiple waste. The total energy content can be determined by the Parr range of calorimeters.
AOX (AOX – absorbable organically bound halogens) is an analytical convention which represents the sum of all organically bound halogens (except fluorine), mainly used in water and waste water analysis. Solid samples like sludge or sediments can also contain AOX. The solid AOX however has to be determined by the batch method which is not part of this application. The compounds containing halogens are adsorbed onto the surface of activated carbon (charcoal) in dissolved or suspended form. The activated carbon is washed afterwards with aqueous nitrate washing solution to remove inorganic halides. During the combustion of the loaded charcoal in…
New methods for the production of alternative fuels are a growing field of interest. Technologies based on fermentation of starch and sugar, and the transesterification or hydrocracking of plant and animal oil, delivering so-called first generation biofuels, are already well established but linked to limited resources for ethical and ecological reasons. Another promising approach consists of processes based on the conversion of cellulose-rich biomass and waste (second generation biofuels). With the use of biogenic materials for fuel production, the inherently high amount of harmful nitrogen, sulfur and chlorine-containing hydrocarbons that results has to be monitored. Therefore, a strict monitoring of…
Waste materials are becoming more and more important as valuable feed materials for energy production, as fuels and recycled feed materials for the chemical industry. To ensure a trouble-free processing and high quality of the final products, the exact elemental composition has to be determined. In addition to heavy metals, carbon, hydrogen and sulfur, chlorine plays an important role. During processing, HCl can be formed and damage system components and contaminate costly catalysts. Under nonoptimal combustion conditions Cl compounds can influence the formation of extremely toxic dioxins. It’s therefore important to know the exact Cl content of the matrix being…
The carbon contained in soil has different sources and effects on the soil‘s quality. Total inorganic carbon (TIC), mainly carbonate and hydrogen carbonate, is a natural part of soil but can also derive from artificial addition and other sources. Total organic carbon (TOC) is generated by organic matter that is present from natural sources (plants, animals, degradation processes) and contaminations caused by humans and industrial and agricultural processes (oil residues, waste, overfertilization, etc.). Its content is influenced by erosion, biological decomposition (e.g., by bacteria), and farming. The TOC affects soil properties (e.g., color, fertility, toxicity). This makes TOC an important…
The parameters TOC and TIC are of interest in different applications and markets. These sum parameters are important in monitoring of starting products, e. g. for ceramic material, and for the classification of waste for landfills. In landfills the evaluation of organic compounds is important, because the classification of waste is based in the TOC value. TOC is therefore determined according to different norms, e. g. EN 13137 or EN15936. But also in other applications the TIC and TOC values are of interests. For mining products a fast and reliable method to distinguish between these two parameters is also important….
The 1993 Settlement Waste Directive has allowed the determination of TOC in original samples for the assessment whether the waste under test can be disposed of on a waste disposal site. A standardised method for this determination was established in 2001; EN 13137 Analysis of TOC in Waste, Sludges and Sediments
Total Nitrogen Determination in Bio-based Fuels According to ASTM D4629 – Standard Test Method for Trace Nitrogen in Liquid Hydrocarbons by Syringe/Inlet Oxidative Combustion and Chemiluminescence Detection The production of alternative fuels becomes increasingly popular, as they provide a way to respond to both, the growing demand for energy and the goal to reduce carbon emissions. In addition to technologies based on the fermentation of starch and sugar, and the transesterification or hydrocracking of plant and animal oil (first generation biofuels), processes based on the conversion of cellulose-rich biomass and waste appear to be promising (second generation biofuels). With the…
The preparation of liquids (e.g. water, oils and fuels) using X-ray fluorescence analysis is done by simply pouring the sample into a sample cup. But measuring samples in sample cups can be a risk to the XRF instrument. Leaks in the film and damaged or poorly prepared samples cups can lead to liquids dripping onto the X-ray tube. The use of the right sample cups and films are mandatory for good results and the analysis of light elements. Correct prepared sample cups decrease the analytical error and increase repeatability. The use of already prepared and tested sample cups offered by…