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Explore insights, applications, and stories from the field using handheld XRF, LIBS, VisNIR, and portable benchtop analyzers across scrap recycling, mining, geochemistry, forensics, and more.

Analyze and grade carbon in small parts on-site with handheld LIBS
A comprehensive material verification program includes testing weld wire, round bar, small bore pipe, and bolting. SciAps LIBS analyzers are designed to optimize access to such parts, providing a comprehensive, on-site solution for QA programs.

SciAps Instant Detection of Banned Fluorinated Ski Waxes with Handheld LIBS
Eight cross-country ski sections were evaluated in a blind study to determine if fluorine could be correctly identified.

SciAps LIBS test method for fluorine in food packaging
Brendan Connors, SciAps senior scientist, has used the handheld LIBS to analyze the presence of fluorine as a marker for the potential presence of PFAS in popular food packaging, including burgers, chips and popcorn.

Recycling platinum group metals in catalytic converters
The platinum group metals (Pt, Pd, and Rh) found in catalytic converters are a growing market for recycling facilities. Accurate identification is essential, and these highly sought-after metals are even more valuable when the time it takes to analyze them is completed in seconds.

Going for Gold with SciAps XRF
If you're going for gold mining and exploration, discover the SciAps X Series. Industry-Leading Performance for Critical Gold Pathfinders: Cu, As, Ag, Sb.

ApNote: Carbon Equivalents Measurement with Handheld LIBS
The SciAps Z has demonstrated the ability to measure carbon equivalents, as well as carbon content in low alloy and carbon steels.

ApNote: Carbon Analysis in Stainless and Carbon Steels with Handheld LIBS
The SciAps Z-200 or Z-300 are handheld LIBS analyzers that now offer carbon concentration measurements in carbon steels, cast irons and stainless.
