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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.
What Makes an Analyzer Truly Field Ready?
What makes an analyzer truly field ready? Explore the ruggedness, reliability, ease of use, and connectivity needed for demanding field applications.
Handheld XRF Analysis Reveals Ancient Ironmaking Technology in China's Benxi Region
Researchers publishing in Processes investigated the ironmaking technologies used in the Benxi region of China during the Ming Dynasty, revealing a sophisticated metallurgical process chain that flourished more than 600 years ago. To preserve valuable cultural artifacts, scientists employed the SciAps X-200 handheld XRF analyzer to perform non-destructive elemental analysis on unearthed iron agricultural tools and other historical materials.
Why Analyzer Data Shouldn't Live on a USB Stick
Analyzer data is too valuable to be trapped on USB drives and spreadsheets. Learn how connected workflows with SciAps Cloud+ automate data backup, improve visibility, simplify reporting, and turn analytical results into actionable business intelligence.
The Hidden Cost of Waiting
How much is waiting for lab results really costing your operation? Delayed laboratory analysis can lead to downtime, slower production, missed opportunities, and reduced profitability. In this article, we explore the hidden costs of waiting for analytical results and how portable technologies like SciAps XRF, LIBS, and reveNIR analyzers, combined with Cloud+ real-time data management, help organizations make faster decisions, streamline workflows, reduce laboratory dependence, and gain greater visibility into their operations.
Preserving Classic Cars with Precision: The Role of SciAps XRF and LIBS Analyzers
At Paul Russell and Company, restoring classic European cars requires an unwavering commitment to authenticity and precision. SciAps XRF and LIBS analyzers have become invaluable tools in their process, enabling technicians to accurately identify metal alloys in chassis and structural components.
Simplify Analyzer Control with Fleet Management
Managing your analyzers just got easier with Fleet Management, a cloud-based solution that puts control at your fingertips. Monitor device performance, troubleshoot issues, and push updates in real-time—all from anywhere. Stay ahead of operations with seamless remote access to your entire fleet.
Introducing the SciAps Z-70 LIBS Analyzer
SciAps has designed an economical, easy to use material ID LIBS that fits the needs of the market. The Z-70 utilizes many of the hardware advantages of SciAps high-end instruments in a rugged design. The outcome is a material ID LIBS that doesn’t sacrifice on performance.
spark OES v LIBS
After 24 years at Hitachi, Frank Theuws has joined SciAps Dach. His experience with spark OES has made his perspective with the OES v LIBS debate invaluable. SciAps NextGen analyzers are taking carbon and materials analysis to the next level.
NDT/PMI Analyzers for Turnaround Season
SciAps analyzers are designed for on-site material analysis, including the identification and grading of materials, determining carbon equivalent (CE) for weldability, and utilizing the analyzers’ industry leading lowest limits of detection (LODS) for restrictive element applications such as low RE (residual element) material for HF alky components. With Turnaround Season quickly approaching, it’s time to turn to SciAps analyzers for your PMI/NDT needs.
The best handheld for your power plant application
SciAps introduced the world's first handheld LIBS to be a "full service" power industry analyzer, for alloy, weld chemistry, and grade verification using laser based analysis with no X-ray licensing or regulatory burdens. Now in use globally, the Z-902 Carbon is a dedicated NDT/PMI analyzer for applications in a wide range of alloys and alloy bases – including flow-accelerated corrosion and carbon content in steels and stainless, even L grades.
PPIM
Our handheld LIBS analyzers have revolutionized pipeline testing for carbon content and carbon equivalents, providing faster, better more comprehensive materials analysis in the ditch or anywhere in the world. SciAps Pipeline App automates the testing procedure for carbon and CE in pipeline steels and welds, to reduce operator error. Designed for the PHMSA "Mega Rule." Learn more about SciAps Z Series LIBS.
Special offer: Free API training with SciAps One Box
SPECIAL OFFER: Now, get a free API training with purchase of SciAps One Box for PMI – identify every alloy you’ll ever need for your program or clients, and get a free training on us. Reach out today! Analytical Training Consultants is a preferred trainer for the American Petroleum Institute. As an added bonus, ATC uses SciAps instruments in their program. Get hands-on training and experience with the analyzers that the experts trust.
Sciaps visits The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch
A few months back, Dave Day received a phone call about a mystery happening in a remote part of Utah. As SciAps chief technology officer, he’s a curious guy, so he couldn’t pass up the opportunity of being part of a UFO investigation. Dave got on a plane, bringing the industry-leading X-550 handheld XRF with him so that the investigative team could analyze several mysterious pieces of material found there.
New PMI One Box Options
Now SciAps offers attractive packages combining our award-winning LIBS carbon analyzer and our X-ray gun. With these packages, you can identify every alloy you'll ever need for your program or clients.
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 hLIBS is top five finalist for PPIM Innovation Award
Why did PPIM name SciAps LIBS a finalist for Innovation of the Year? Learn more about SciAps Z Series LIBS