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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.
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.
Analyzing the USGS 2025 Draft List of Critical Minerals with SciAps PowerHouse X and Z-903
The USGS 2025 Draft Critical Minerals List underscores the growing importance of accurate, field-ready analysis. With SciAps PowerHouse X, Z-903 LIBS, and reveNIR, geologists and industry leaders can rapidly identify critical elements and minerals—helping secure resilient supply chains for the future.
Uncovering the Truth Beneath a Castle: How SciAps XRF Is Rewriting Irish History
What started as a crumbling castle on an Irish island turned into a groundbreaking archaeological discovery—thanks to the SciAps X-550. Dr. Tom Finan of Saint Louis University used the handheld analyzer to uncover hidden histories in mortar, metal, and pottery. From authenticating medieval structures to identifying ancient trades, the XRF helped reveal the truth behind centuries-old legends—and gave students hands-on experience that changed their careers.
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.
Innovating for Our Changing World
In the technology world, if you’re not innovating, you’re falling behind. While other scientific technology companies continue to sell the same instruments they developed 10-20 years ago, SciAps invests in innovation with a strong Research and Development team.
Testing Spices for Lead with SciAps XRF
In August 2023, SciAps X-550 Pb was used in a unique lead study. Lead Exposure Elimination Project (LEEP), a non-profit, public charity that supports governments in implementing regulations and helps manufacturers shift to lead-free products, tested turmeric, chili, and pepper from Ethiopia for added lead.
PowerHouse X: The Groundbreaking Portable Benchtop XRF
SciAps PowerHouse X, with an 80kV miniature X-ray tube, can efficiently excite the K shell emission lines for both light and heavy REEs. By analyzing these high energy K-lines, the complicated spectral overlaps with common metals are avoided completely, yielding unprecedented limits of detection and better performance than any other portable XRF.
The next level for Geochemistry: The X-550 Geochem
The X-550 Geochem features an integrated fan that powers on when required to deliver high duty cycle operations in the hottest of climates. The X-550 Geochem offers three selectable, automated X-ray source settings.
HH XRF X-200 analyzer used by Earth Sciences Foundation to study dinosaur bones
SciAps X-200 XRF is being used, both in the field and in multiple repositories, to analyze dinosaur bones. Thomas Hebert from Earth Sciences Foundation, Inc. is excited about the opportunity to use the SciAps XRF in his research and projects associated with the foundation.