Mining and Refining

Accurate elemental analysis is essential across the mining process—from exploration to refining—to ensure efficiency and product quality. Wavelength dispersive X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) spectrometry provides fast, precise, and non-destructive quantification of major and trace elements in rocks, ores, and concentrates. With high resolution and long-term stability, WDXRF supports consistent analysis from resource evaluation to final product assurance.

WDXRF has been widely applied across exploration, mining, and mineral processing, demonstrating how accurate composition control and impurity monitoring directly support efficiency, stability, and product consistency.

Exploration samples (rocks and geological samples): Rapid elemental analysis aids geological characterization and resource evaluation.
Ores and concentrates (iron, nickel, copper): Precise grade control ensures consistent feed quality and optimized blending.
Carbonate and additive materials (limestone, dolomite, ferrosilicon): Reliable composition checks maintain process stability and product quality.

The application notes below present real analytical data from these representative cases, highlighting the versatility of WDXRF for quality assurance in mining industries.

ZSX Primus IV / ZSX Primus III NEXT

The ideal systems for mining and geological laboratories, providing high-resolution, high-stability elemental analysis of ores, rocks, and mineral materials. Their wide analytical range ensures accurate quantification from light to heavy elements.

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Simultix 15

A high-throughput simultaneous WDXRF spectrometer designed for process and quality control in mining operations. It enables rapid, multi-element quantification of ores and concentrates with excellent repeatability.

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Supermini200

A compact benchtop WDXRF spectrometer optimized for routine composition and impurity analysis of geological and mineral materials. Ideal for on-site laboratories and continuous quality monitoring.

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