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A Tale of Two Spectra: The Difference Between NIR and FTIR

Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) and Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) are two molecular analysis technologies that are used in a wide range of industries – especially mining. While NIR is a well-known and well-established technology, FTIR is often considered the new

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A Guide to Portable XRF Geochemistry in Mining

Geochemistry analysis is an incredibly important part of the mining industry. It is relevant to every stage of a mine’s life cycle and needs to be fast and accurate enough to avoid costly delays. Portable XRF geochemistry analysers are the

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The Benefits of Hyperspectral Data Imaging for Mine Mapping

The Benefits of Hyperspectral Data Imaging for Mine Mapping Hyperspectral data imaging is revolutionising mine mapping, and will only continue to improve in the future. The benefits far outweigh the costs, especially when compared to traditional on-foot greenfield exploration.  If

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Why is Mining in Australia so Popular?

Why is Mining in Australia so Popular? Historically, mining has always been one of the backbones of Australia’s economy. But as other founding industries have become less relevant over time, mining continues to thrive. Despite Australia seemingly embracing a technology

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Mesothelioma Caused By Asbestos: A Complete Guide

Mesothelioma Caused By Asbestos: A Complete Guide Asbestos was used as a cheap, multi-purpose material throughout most of the 20th Century. Unfortunately, what people didn’t realise was that the handy mineral lurking in many of their households was actually deadly

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Greenfield vs Brownfield Exploration

Greenfield Vs Brownfield Exploration Mining is one of Australia’s most important industries, but have you found yourself wondering how new mine sites are found?  There are two broad strategies for locating new prospective mining sites: greenfield vs brownfield exploration. Read

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Asbestos In Popcorn Ceiling? Fact Or Myth

Asbestos In Popcorn Ceiling? Fact Or Myth ‘Popcorn ceilings’ are a common feature in homes built between the 1950’s and the 1980’s. In the years since, they’ve gained a reputation for containing asbestos.  If you work in the construction industry

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Hyperspectral Imaging In The Food Industry

Hyperspectral Imaging In The Food Industry While quality control is a major consideration for every production business, it is a particular concern in the food industry. Here, even slight changes in colour and chemical make-up can have a major impact

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Not Out of the Woods yet: A Reflection on Last Year’s Timber Shortage and the Importance of Quality Screening

You may remember that for much of last year, Australia was experiencing a serious timber shortage. Wood prices skyrocketed because there wasn’t enough of it – leading some to call for the Federal Government to extend their home-building assistance program. While the crisis has subsided for now, there are some vital lessons to be learnt if you want to have the best chance of remaining profitable if a similar crisis happens again.

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