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Sampling and online analysis

Trusted mineral sampling and online analysis solutions

Reliable sampling and online analysis are core to quality mineral processing. Our industry-standard Essa® equipment ensures reliable and representative sample collection for laboratory analysis, while our PERI™ online analysers deliver fast, high-accuracy results for better real-time decision making.

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We deliver complete sampling and online analysis solutions to the major mineral houses around the world, covering a wide range of mineral commodities, including gold, lead, iron ore, nickel, aluminium, copper, platinum, zinc and silver. Our in-house specialist knowledge extends to all aspects of your process and, with that, comes the benefit of sound advice and solid customer service.

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Frequently asked questions

FAQs for mineral sampling and online analysis

Mineral sampling is the process of collecting a representative portion of a dry bulk material or slurry. These samples are prepared and analysed in a mining laboratory to provide essential data on material composition and characteristics, which are then used for quality control and process optimisation.

The key principles of mineral sampling are representativeness, sample mass, sampling protocol, repeatability and accuracy, and error management. Our sampling equipment uses the fundamental principles laid down in Gy’s Theory of Sampling, enhanced by our industry-specific experience, to ensure your sample collection system meets international standards in these areas.

There are two main types of sampling required in mining and mineral processing: dry bulk sampling and slurry sampling.

Online analysis involves real-time monitoring and analysis of a material. The process uses sensors and automated systems to continuously measure the composition and properties of minerals within a slurry or bulk material stream.