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Mud logging

Geological Prospecting and Mud Logging: A Faster Approach Using Handheld XRF

By  - 14 July, 2022
Automated on-belt sampling and analysis for mining operations

How to Automate Sampling and Analysis of Ores and Mined Materials

By  - 13 January, 2022
Vanta Element XRF analyzer being used to test the content of metal scrap

Spotlight on Alex Thurston, XRF Application Engineer

By  - 16 December, 2021
Heavy metals in industrial wastewater

Heavy Metals in Wastewater: Locating Pollution Sources Using Portable XRF

By  - 14 December, 2021
Mercury in cosmetics and skin care products

Cause for Concern: Detecting Dangerous Mercury Levels in Cosmetics

By  - 19 October, 2021
XRF PMI testing

5 Quick Tips for Efficient PMI Testing with Portable XRF Analyzers

By  - 3 August, 2021
Two workers using a Vanta™ XRF gun for geochemical and soil elemental composition testing

Application Engineer Spotlight: Meet Andrew Cardamone, XRF and XRD Expert

By  - 15 June, 2021
Porphyry copper deposits

Porphyry Copper Deposits: Portable X-Ray Analysis of Clay Minerals Provides Clues for Mining

By  - 1 June, 2021
Recycling industry workers using an XRF analyzer to sort metal at a scrap yard

Spotlight on Application Engineers—Meet Dillon McDowell, XRF Specialist

By  - 27 May, 2021
Alloy analyzer gun

No Alloy Grade Match? Quick Ways to Fix It on Your Handheld XRF Analyzer

By  - 27 April, 2021
Portable XRF and XRD analysis

Portable XRF and XRD Analysis Applications from A to Z

By  - 20 April, 2021
Handheld XRF accessories

Unboxing the Vanta™ XRF Analyzer: What Accessories Come in the Kit?

By  - 15 April, 2021
Handheld XRF analysis of radioactive contamination at Chernobyl

Handheld XRF Measures Radioactive Contamination at Chernobyl for Research and Cleanup

By  - 6 April, 2021
XRF acronyms

XRF Acronyms and Abbreviations Decoded: Quick Reference Guide

By  - 8 December, 2020
origin of Stonehenge rocks

A Monumental Discovery—XRF Sheds Light on the Origins of Stonehenge

By  - 11 September, 2020
XRF gun

Plan a Successful Portable XRF Program for Geochemistry: 9 Free Video Tutorials to Get Started

By  - 19 August, 2020
Precious metals tester gun

The Golden Ticket for Precious Metals Testing: Isabella Jewelers Finds Value in Handheld XRF

By  - 18 August, 2020
Rows of toppings for chocolate manufactured by machine, on a conveyor of a chocolate factory

Narrowing the List of Suspects—Linking Metal Contamination in Food to the Production Line

By  - 6 July, 2020
Identifying real diamonds with XRF analysis

Shining Like a Diamond…or Rhinestone: Identifying Precious Gems with XRF Analyzers

By  - 11 June, 2020
An Urartu bronze helmet tested by Artemis Labs

Artemis Testing Lab Identifies Authentic Artifacts Using XRF Analysis

By  - 2 June, 2020
Ancient steel helmet

Carbon Steel Success—How XRF Helped ID an Ancient Helmet

By  - 27 May, 2020
Handheld XRF analyzer for light element detection

SDD vs. PIN Detector: Which One Do You Need for Handheld XRF?

By  - 26 May, 2020
XRF analyzers for manufacturing QA/QC

9 Quick Tips for End-to-End Manufacturing Quality Control

By  - 22 May, 2020
Vanta with a computer

Share XRF Results Across the Globe with the Vanta™ Data Viewer

By  - 21 May, 2020
XRF analyzer and workstation

Vanta Work Station for XRF Analyzers: Frequently Asked Questions

By  - 28 April, 2020
Vanta XRF analyzer in QC

How Does XRF Work? Understanding X-Ray Fluorescence

By  - 21 April, 2020
Recycling wooden ammunition boxes with handheld XRF

How Handheld XRF Helped Austin Hayes Ltd. Safely Recycle Wooden Ammunition Boxes

By  - 2 April, 2020
What Does an XRF Analyzer Cost? Vanta XRF gun for measuring scrap metal in recycling plant.

Which XRF Analyzer Is Right for Me?

By  - 19 February, 2020
Fuel oil analysis

Fuel Oil Analysis Using Handheld XRF: An Experiment

By  - 11 February, 2020
Soil analysis with handheld XRF analyzers

Soil Analysis Discovery Combines Handheld XRF and Vis-NIR Data

By  - 5 February, 2020
Czech crown resembling the world’s second largest gold coin made by the Czech Mint for the 100th anniversary of the koruna. The gold coin’s purity was validated by the Vanta XRF analyzer.

Czech Mint Spot Checks the Purity of the World’s 2nd-Largest Gold Coin Using the Vanta XRF

By  - 9 January, 2020
Trowel for gathering lignite coal samples for X-ray spectroscopy analysis to determine sulfur content using the Vanta XRF gun.

A Whirlwind Journey—From High School Junior to Published Author with the Vanta XRF along for the Ride

By  - 19 December, 2019
Minex Europe 2019 Roundup - Vanta XRF in the field

Minex Europe 2019 Roundup

By  - 18 September, 2019
Olympus’ newest handheld XRF model, the Vanta Element

5 Features Your Cost-Effective XRF Analyzer Should Have

By  - 9 September, 2019
2 NDT Methods for Border Safety

At the Front: 2 NDT Methods for Border Safety

By  - 3 September, 2019
Determining the Age of Ancient Ink with XRF

2 Ways XRF Can Cast New Light on Old Texts

By  - 18 June, 2019
Squishy Toys Could be Cause for Concern

Not Suitable for Children? Arsenic Levels in Squishy Toys Could be Cause for Concern

By  - 4 June, 2019
Annual Iron and Steel Technology conference (AISTech)

AISTech 2019: Our Latest for the Steel Industry

By  - 24 May, 2019
Overcoming the Challenges of Battery Metal Exploration

The Fault with Cobalt: Overcoming the Challenges of Battery Metal Exploration

By  - 7 May, 2019
Using a Vanta™ handheld XRF (HHXRF) analyzer, researchers carried out on-site, wide-ranging analyses of fire-affected and native soil.

Unearthing Clues to Climate Change in the Arctic Circle With Handheld XRF

By  - 8 April, 2019
X-Ray Fluorescence Frequently Asked Questions

X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

By  - 4 April, 2019
Mining and geochemistry

Miss Us at PDAC? Here’s the Latest for Our Mining Customers

By  - 1 April, 2019
Detecting Counterfeit Jewelry with XRF

Worth Its Weight in Gold: Detecting Counterfeit Jewelry with XRF

By  - 31 January, 2019
Recycling glass

Breaking the Glass (Recycling) Ceiling

By  - 25 September, 2018

Accurate Alloy Analysis

By  - 28 March, 2018

3 Tips for Measuring Welds with X-ray Fluorescence (XRF)

By  - 21 November, 2017

The Power of pXRF for Cost-Effective Decisions for Mineral Exploration Programs

By  - 27 September, 2017

Through Thick and Thin: Using XRF to Measure Coating Thickness

By  - 28 July, 2017

Webinar Recap: Techniques for Rapid, Accurate Sample Analysis in the Field

By  - 24 July, 2017

Identifying Rock Types and Mineralization with XRF at the Mount Pleasant Mine

By  - 18 July, 2017

Hidden Danger: Screening Garden Soil for High Levels of Lead

By  - 23 May, 2017

Decoration for the Dead: Using XRF to Test Pigment Color on Ancient Egyptian Sarcophagi

By  - 4 April, 2017

Consumer Product Testing Using Vanta Handheld XRF

By  - 21 March, 2017

Portable XRF — A Quickstart Guide for Best Practices

By  - 2 March, 2017

Solution Weeks Wrap Up

By  - 6 January, 2017

3 Important Considerations when Using X-ray Fluorescence for Positive Material Identification

By  - 22 December, 2016

4 Advantages of Axon™ Technology

By  - 23 November, 2016

Catch Up on Our Program from ASNT 2016

By  - 18 November, 2016

Vanta Handheld XRF Analyzers Outperform the Competition

By  - 18 October, 2016

Check Out this New Infographic to Learn More about Vanta Handheld XRF Analyzers

By  - 27 September, 2016

Challenge Accepted: Vanta Handheld X-ray Fluorescence (XRF) Analyzers Combine Accuracy and Durability to Thrive in the Harshest Conditions

By  - 6 September, 2016

Did You Know: Portable X-ray Fluorescence (pXRF) is Used to Help Ensure the Safety of Automobiles

By  - 25 May, 2016

Peter Mullins of Royal Road Minerals Discusses Portable X-ray Fluorescence (pXRF) in the Minerals Industry

By  - 11 May, 2016

Catch Up on What You Missed: Portable X-ray Fluorescence (pXRF) Best Practices for Mining and Exploration Projects

By  - 27 April, 2016
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