Testing & Analytical Services

Mineral Testing

BEMCON arranges analysis of ores, concentrates, mineral powders and industrial feedstocks. Programmes assess composition, mineral identity and selected impurities, with sample preparation and reporting basis established for meaningful comparison.

6 specialist capabilitiesSpecialist partner laboratoriesDefined success criteria
Mineral Testing
Mineral TestingTesting coordinated around your sample, specification and decision

BUILT AROUND YOUR REQUIREMENT

Mineral Testing with a clear purpose

Each engagement starts with the required outcome, operating context and evidence of success. The result is a focused Mineral Testing scope with clear responsibilities and handover points.

Accredited laboratories

ISO/IEC 17025 accredited partner laboratories.

Sampling

Sampling plans and chain-of-custody from site to laboratory.

Standards-based methods

Testing to ISO, ASTM, EN, GSO and SASO methods.

Reports you can use

Certified reports with interpretation and next steps.

6 SPECIALIST CAPABILITIES

What the service can cover

Select the capabilities that match your Mineral Testing requirement, operating context and agreed delivery stage.

01

Elemental Composition Analysis

Measure selected elements using appropriate analytical methods, including X-ray fluorescence where suitable. Results support comparison with composition specifications and reference materials.

02

Mineral Identification

Coordinate mineral identification using X-ray diffraction or other suitable methods. Findings clarify the mineral composition relevant to feedstock evaluation or production investigations.

03

Trace-Impurity Testing

Assess specified trace impurities within the required concentration range. Reports identify measured values and findings requiring supplier clarification or further investigation.

04

Ore & Concentrate Assay Programmes

Develop targeted analytical panels for submitted ores and concentrates. Test selection reflects the elements of interest, expected concentrations and agreed quality specification.

05

Industrial Mineral Feedstock Assessment

Compare mineral powders and feedstocks with purchasing or production requirements. Findings support material selection and investigation of inconsistent supplied quality.

06

Batch Comparison & Reporting-Basis Review

Compare analytical results using consistent preparation and reporting arrangements. Dry-basis and as-received results are distinguished where relevant to interpreting material differences.

HOW WE WORK

From test question to usable findings

A defined workflow keeps the work aligned with the approved scope and makes progress, decisions and handover easier to manage.

Scope your requirement
  1. 01

    Define the requirement

    Confirm the sample or product, applicable specification and decision the testing must support.

  2. 02

    Build the test programme

    Agree specimens, operating conditions, measurements, methods and acceptance criteria before work begins.

  3. 03

    Coordinate testing

    Manage the assignment with an appropriate specialist partner laboratory and keep the agreed scope visible.

  4. 04

    Report and decide

    Present measured results, observed changes, deviations, limitations and priorities for any further investigation.

WHAT YOU RECEIVE

Evidence designed for the next decision

Agreed test programme

Defined samples, methods, reporting expectations and assessment criteria before testing starts.

Coordinated specialist testing

Testing coordinated with partner laboratories selected for the required analytical methods.

Clear technical findings

Documented results, observations, deviations and limitations for the scope actually completed.

Practical next steps

Priorities for review, corrective action, further analysis or specialist investigation where needed.

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