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Your question not answered? What is a Fire Assay? A Fire Assay is the oldest and most accurate testing procedure for determining the purity of precious metals. The method involves numerous steps that must be carried out with great care. Experience plays a key role in achieving accurate and precise results. This method has been used for determining different precious metal concentrations in scrap bars, sweeps, polishing dust, electronic scrap and others. What is an XRF? An XRF analysis is an instrumental method of testing precious and non-precious metals. It is far less operator dependant when compared to gravimetric methods (Fire Assay). The positive aspect of this procedure is that samples retain their form and composition and are not changed in any way. It can be used for valuables that should not be altered in any way during the analysis process. It is commonly used for karatage control programs to insure properly karated jewelry production. Why use an independent assayer? Some of the advantages of using an independent assayer are to verify your refiner's or merchandise supplier's honesty. At the same time it serves as a guide to eliminate the chances of human or instrumental errors that occur at in-house assay laboratories regularly. What is a QC program? A QC program is short for quality control program. Samples are sent in to an independent assayer on a regular basis to insure underkarated jewelry is not produced and sent out to clients. After all, it is illegal to engage in such business transactions. Dissatisfied clients may file lawsuits causing financial and psychological distress. What are the advantages of having a QC Program? Having a QC program demonstrates your strong stand against underkarated jewelry production. It will protect the reputation and integrity of your business that has taken a long time to establish. It will also serve as a promotional tool to acquire new clients for your company. |
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