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Geoscience Laboratories

The Geoscience Laboratories, (Geo Labs) established in 1898, is a high-quality, full service, inorganic materials analytical facility providing analytical services in geochemistry, mineralogy, and reference materials. We offer these services to government, academic, exploration, mining, environmental, industrial and research organizations. Our primary focus is on research grade analyses for academic institutions and government geological surveys, including the Ontario Geological Survey, the Geo Labs’ largest client.

The Geoscience Laboratories is equipped with a Cameca SX-50 Electron Probe Micro-analyzer (EPMA). This instrument has 4 wavelength dispersive spectrometers (WDS) and an Oxford energy dispersive spectrometer (EDS). The primary use of the EPMA is for the analysis of individual mineral grains within geological samples.

In addition to providing clients with the services of a wide range of accredited test procedures, we also perform custom analysis tailored to the specifications and quality requirements of the individual client.

Geoscience Laboratories Services

Specialized sample preparation XRD
Specialized solution preparation SEM
ICP-MS XRF/Loss on Ignition Analysis
ICP-AES Electron Microprobe
AAS Particle Size Analysis
Titrimetry (Ferrous Iron) Analysis Hydrated and Total Water Analysis
Carbon/Sulphur Analysis Contract Reference Material Production
Fire Assay - Nickel and Lead Sale of In-House Produced Reference Materials

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