Portable XRF Analyzer Workshop: Analysis and Interpretation of XRF Data from Non-uniform Objects - June 17, 2011

 

***Workshop Program*** is now available here.      

Portable XRF AnalyzerSince the first field portable non-dispersive XRF analyzer with a scintillation counter became commercially available in 1964, it has evolved into a versatile non-destructive device to receive fast results with minimum set up and calibrations. Easily transported to job site has made the portable XRF suitable to a wide range of applications, such as metal alloy determination in scrap yards, in-situ study of contaminants in soil and drill core mapping during mineral exploration. Recently, it also becomes a valued teaching tool in chemistry and mineralogy classes.

However, limitations do exist for portable XRF. XRF is a surface or near surface technique. The analyzer measures only the portion of the sample directly in front of the detector window; and it measures everything in front of the detector window. Without the knowledge of the source of errors and analytical objective, the results became meaningless. In addition, the portable XRF analyzer is safe to operate only when used properly.

This Portable XRF Analyzer Workshop will include:

  1. Components of a Typical Portable XRF Analyzer
  2. Identify the X-ray Emission Lines and Qualitative Analysis
  3. Source of Errors / Sample Preparations / Optimizing Analysis
  4. Calibration Process and Quantification
  5. Pitfalls and Realities of using a Portable XRF Analyzer
  6. Field Analysis and Case Studies
  7. Practical Exercises - Knowing the SPECTRA Software
  8. Radiation Safety

Canadian Level-1 XRF Operator Licensing Exam Training (1/2 day) – June 18, 2011

Any person who intends to operate a portable (hand-held) XRF in Canada must be certified by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). This workshop provides licensing examination preparation conducted by a NRCan certified XRF Operator trainer. Upon completion of the training, the participants who registered for will receive the XRF Training Declaration for submission to NRCan for certification application.

WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FEES
By April 30 - $ 350.00 CAD
After April 30 - $ 450.00 CAD

ACCOMMODATION FEES
The accommodation charge for this workshop is $160.00 CAD which includes one room for a Thursday night, 3 Meals (on Friday), parking, taxes and the use of gym facilities in the residence.  Additional stay can be arranged at $75.00 CAD a night (for the room only).

All participants of the workshop will stay in the university's Elgin Hall residence, an open-concept, suite-style student residence on campus.

REGISTER ONLINE
With Visa & MasterCard through our secured website

REGISTRATION FORM
Complete the form and MAIL with the payments or FAX the fom with accompanying purchase order to:

Dr. Charles Wu
XRF Course Coordinator
Department of Earth Sciences
The University of Western Ontario
London, Ontario, Canada
N6A 5B7
FAX: 519-661-4162

Participating Companies (Alphabetically)

Bruker-Elemental Division

Esa Nummi, Product Manager
415 N. Quay Street
Kennewick, WA 99336, U.S.A.
Tel: 509-783-9850 x271
Cell: 509-378-1791
E-mail: esa.nummi@bruker-elemental.net
www.bruker-axs.com/handheldx-rayspectrometry.html

Sid Pharasi, Sales Engineer – XRD & XRF
555 Steeles Avenue East
Milton, Ontario L9T 1Y6
Tel: 905-876-4641 x137
Cel: 905-691-3435
E-mail: sid.pharasi@bruker-axs.com


Elemental Controls LogoAn Authorized Distributor of Thermo Scientific Products

Keith Grattan, President
3230 Wharton Way
Mississauga, Ontario L4X 2C1
Tel: 905-282-9974 x111
E-mail: kgrattan@elementalcontrols.com
www.elementalcontrols.com


Olympus LogoINNOV-X Handheld XRF Analyzers

Eric Gingras, Sales Manager
100 Sylvan Road, Suite 500
Woburn, MA 01801, U.S.A.
Tel: 781-938-5005 x354
Cell: 781-244-3915
E-mail: info@innovx.com
www.olympus-ims.com/en/xrf-xrd/delta-handheld/

Daxton Curry
Innov-X Technologies Canada
Director – Operations
1201 West Georgia Street, Suite 2
Vancouver, B.C. V6E 3J5
Cell: 604-345-0354
E-mail: daxton@innovx.ca
www.innovx.ca

Thermo Scientific LogoThermo Scientific Niton Analyzer

David Mercuro – Director, Product Management
David Clifford, Product Manager – Handheld XRF
Marty Mastopvich, Product Manager – Field Lab XRF
David Carreiro – Technical Sales Specialist

900 Middlesex Turnpike, Bldg. 8
Billerica, MA 01821, U.S.A.
Tel: 800-875-1578
Fax: 978-670-7430
E-mail: david.carreiro@thermofisher.com
www.thermo.com/niton

 

Cancellation Policy
Cancellation must be submitted in writing to the coordinator, Dr. Charles Wu. A full refund will be issued, less a $35 CAD processing fee, if the cancellation is received by May 15, 2011. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after May 15, 2011.