LABORATORY
XRF
XRF (X-ray fluorescence) is a non-destructive analytical technique used to determine the elemental composition of materials, qualitatively and quantitatively. XRF analyzers determine the chemistry of a sample by measuring the fluorescent (or secondary) X-ray emitted from a sample when it is excited by a primary X-ray source. Each of the elements present in a sample produces a set of characteristic fluorescent X-rays (“a fingerprint”) that is unique for that specific element.
MONOLITHOS owns a handheld XRF analyzer, which is used throughout the car catalyst recycling process to quickly verify and price material. Within minutes, the XRF analyzer can identify the concentration of platinum group metals (PGMs) platinum (Pt), palladium (Pd), and rhodium (Rh) in spent and newly produced catalysts. When properly sorted, these valuable metals can be recovered and reused to produce new car catalytic converters and other equipment. The analyzer is combined with the portable work station that allows to perform measurements in a fully interlocked system.
- Determination of the elemental composition of materials, qualitatively and quantitatively.
- Hands-free testing of catalysts, and other type of materials, for an easier, comfortable and more accurate analysis.