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Schedule of Services & Fees (CAD) | 2017
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Bureau Veritas Minerals
Bureau Veritas Minerals (BVM) is the leading

global provider of geochemistry, geo-analytical
and mineral processing services to the
exploration and mining community. With 68
dedicated minerals laboratories located in 20
countries and employing numerous skilled
chemists, geologists, geochemists, laboratory
technicians, metallurgists and mineralogists,
BVM has decades of expertise in all major
mining regions of the world to service your
projects. Our highly experienced technical
teams and continual investment in innovative
EXPLORATION technologies ensure delivery of quality results
n Trace and Ore Grade Assays consistently and on-time.
n Ultra Trace Geochemistry
n Lithogeochemistry BVM believes in providing personal service
with a culture of transparency to our client.
Our global LIMS provides clients a secure Data
DEVELOPMENT Management system with complete audit
n Ore Characterization details in real time, accessible 24/7.
n Mineralogy
n Geometallurgy Through constant communication with the
n Pilot Plant Assessment exploration and mining community, we’re
n Kinetic Testwork evolving and redefining what a laboratory
service should be. Our hub laboratories draw
upon resources around the globe and from
OPERATIONS within our industry to provide customers with
n Process Optimization
analytical capabilities, servicing the full cycle
n Full On-Site Lab Services
of exploration, production and remediation.
n Product Quality
n Baseline Environmental
No matter the scale of your project, you can
n Assessment
contact any of our laboratories (see full listing
on back) to discuss analytical options for your
REMEDIATION project.
CLOSURE
n Acid Mine Drainage
n Tailings Testing
n Water Monitoring
Quality Assurance | Quality Control
At Bureau Veritas Minerals (BVM) our core
product is analytical data. Over many years,
we have invested heavily in proprietary
software and staff development to ensure
that you get the highest quality data.
BVM has implemented a comprehensive
quality management system meeting the
requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2005 and
ISO 9001:2015 to ensure the necessary
processes and oversight is in place to achieve
this goal.
ACCREDITATION
Through the process of external auditing by recognized organizations our facilities maintain ISO
registrations and accreditations. These registrations and accreditations provide independent
verification that the management systems have been implemented and meet the requirements of the
ISO standards. All BVM facilities are registered or are pending registration to ISO 9001:2015 under
the Bureau Veritas corporate registration by the end of 2017. Additionally a number of analytical
hubs have received ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for specific laboratory procedures.
AUDIT PROGRAM
All BVM facilities are also internally audited against the above ISO standards by knowledgeable and
trained personnel on a scheduled basis.
PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAMS

BVM laboratories routinely participate in national and international inter-laboratory comparison studies
in order to independently assess individual laboratory performance for the test method(s) analyzed.
QUALITY CONTROL
Through comprehensive training BVM ensures that laboratory staff are competent to perform the
analysis requested. All labs use validated methods to achieve accurate reproducible results with
equipment that is maintained and calibrated to achieve the highest levels of performance. At all
steps of sample handling the laboratory maintains traceability of samples through the use of barcode
tracking and maintains detailed audit trails of the people and equipment used to perform analysis.
IN SAMPLE PREPARATION
As one of the most critical steps in the sample analysis process, BVM continually monitors the
efficiency of crushing and pulverizing to ensure that a representative portion of each sample submitted
is prepared. Sample duplicates are created and analyzed for all rock and drill core samples submitted.
IN ANALYSIS
In addition to routine calibration solutions the laboratory inserts reference materials, replicates and
blanks into randomly assigned positions within each analytical rack generated by our proprietary
LIMS. These QC materials provide a final verification of the entire analytical process.
IN DATA REVIEW AND EVALUATION

This is the final layer that is made up of sophisticated proprietary software and professional personnel
reviewing the data.
For more information on the BVM Quality program, refer to the guidance document BVM Quality Control: Definitions and Guidelines
for the Interpretation of Quality Control
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WebAccess is a secure web interface for
our customers to obtain direct access to the
Bureau Veritas Upstream Minerals laboratory
database.
SAMPLE TRACKING SYSTEM

BVM uses our secure LIMS (Laboratory
Information Management System) to track the
flow of every sample through each stage of
sample handling and analysis. When received,
each sample is bar coded and labeled. This
unique barcode is used to build an audit
trail that documents the complete history of
work performed on each sample. It includes
the recording of each person that interacted
WebAccess allows real-time access to with a tracking feature sample and the task
any of your jobs logged into our LIMS. that they performed. This tracking feature
Track your samples from reception provides the laboratory with a very high level
through the lab and see data results any of control but also provides our clients with an
time of the day or night. When critical unprecedented level of traceability.
conditions are detected, customers are
notified immediately. Tests that indicate
the need for a major inspection are
double-checked prior to your notification.
CUSTOMERS
HAVE ACCESS TO
n Sample submission forms,

certificates and invoices BOX TRACKING SYSTEM
Each bar coded sample is allocated into a bar
n Project documents such as coded sample box, [(typically 36 samples per
the pricing quote and template box), but there could be up to several hundred
submission form per box]. The barcodes allow BVM to track
each box as it moves from one laboratory to
n Analytical Methods documents another and allows our clients to monitor
available in most types of formats the progress of their samples from a remote
sample preparation facility to the main
n Quality Control documents laboratory. More importantly, this system
reviewing analytical performance speeds the flow of the samples through
the laboratory to eliminate time consuming
manual steps and reduce the risk of human
error.
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Innovations | Spectrometry
FOURIER TRANSFORM INFRA-RED (FTIR) SPECTROMETRY
Bureau Veritas Minerals (BVM) houses 2 Fourier transform infra-red spectroscopy (FTIR)
instruments. The FTIR technique measures light absorbed by a sample in the Infra-Red (IR) region
of the light spectrum [spectral range of SWIR-LWIR-TIR (1,665-26,456 nm)]. To use the FTIR
technique the spectrum from a number of samples that have already been analysed by classical
methods (i.e, geochemistry, mineralogy) is collected. A mathematical correlation for each analyte is
determined from the spectra, and then used to analyse unknown samples.
Normal sample preparation schemes are used to produce a dried pulp. The FTIR spectra are
collected without any additional preparation. There are no digests, fusions or other processes
required. Bureau Veritas has successfully completed Bauxite and Iron Ore programs, however other
ore types are being tested. Please consult with our laboratory to design the calibration set and
analytes.
HYLOGGER (VNIR AND SWIR)

SPECTROMETRY
The Hylogger system (Australia) can be used

on core, rock chips, or pulps for the
determination of an extensive list of minerals
including Fe oxides, AlOH group minerals,
sulphates, FeOH group, MgOH group, and
carbonates.
Application of VNIR and SWIR Analysis:

n Alteration vectoring
n Lithocap investigations
n Geometallurgy applications
Benefits:
n Cost effective mineralogy
n Little sample preparation required
(analysis can be conducted on core, chips
or pulps)
n Non-desctructive
n Easy set-up on site application
TERRASPEC HALO MINERAL SPECTRAL INTERPRETATION SERVICE
In partnership with ASD Inc., BVM offers the TerraSpec Halo Mineral
Spectra Interpretation Service. This service analyzes the BVM Hylogger or
TerraSpec generated spectra using the TerraSpec Halo algorithm to
predict up to seven minerals and nine mineral scalars* that may be present
in a sample. Please contact a BVM representative for details.

Innovations | MineDSi
MineDSI IS A GEOLOGICAL,
GEOCHEMICAL, AND GEOPHYSICAL
DATA VIEWING PLATFORM THAT
INCORPORATES CORE PHOTOGRAPHS,
FIELD DATA, AND LAB RESULTS
MineDSi is a core logging software interface

that is operated using a PC laptop or Windows
enabled tablet. It provides a highly flexible and
customizable platform from which the user can
log core electronically alongside photographic
strip logs created by the software.
BENEFITS INCLUDE
n Manual core measurements are

eliminated
n Instantly create a geological EFFICIENCY AND TIME SAVINGS

database from your visual Best practices are built directly into the system
description along with efficient data entry features to
optimize workflow. Other efficiencies include
n Relate geological interpretations the ability to view data remotely in real-time and
to assay results, geophysical data, execute automated QC procedures on the fly.
or ASD/Hylogger/Panalytical Halo®
mineralogical data in one place. INCREASED CORE LOGGING ACCURACY
The user will realize greater core logging
n A MineDSi technician can be accuracies. For example, hydrothermal
present for initial implementation alteration core descriptions can be checked
either in person or remotely against assay results plotted into alteration
indices to determine if loggers are accurately
n A customized photo stand unit describing core. Drop-down options for core
can be supplied that ensures high descriptions can be locked down to all but a
quality photographs with consistent few individuals to prevent variable descriptions
professional lighting for a variety of from one logger to another
core box sizes
SECURE DATABASE AND STORAGE
n BVM provides on-site and remote MineDSi can import assay data by linking
support and training for MineDSi directly with BVM’s WebAccess to easily view
through all stages of product assay results associated with core samples.
implementation to ensure a smooth MineDSi can also accept the import of ASD
deployment on any scale of project Halo-generated mineralogical data, geophysical
data, and other important information.
Contents
CODE PAGE
n Sample Preparation, Storage & Disposal 9

Crush 70% 10 mesh and pulverize 250 g PRP70-250 10
Pulverize to 85% passing 200 mesh PUL85 10
Standard soil sieve 80 mesh SS80 11
n Precious Metals & Leaches 12
Fire Assay Au, Pt, Pd – ICP FA330 13

Fire Assay Au 30 g – AA finish FA430 13
Fire Assay Ag - 30 g - Gravimetric FA530-Ag 13
Fire Assay Au 30 g – Gravimetric FA530-Au 13
Fire Assay Au and Ag – 30 g – Gravimetric FA530 13
Metallic Screen Fire Assay – 50 g duplicate minus fraction FS652 14
n Ore & High Grade Analysis 16
Aqua regia Ore Grade AA AR402 17

Multi acid Ore Grade AA MA404 17
Aqua regia Ore Grade ICP AQ370 18
Multi acid Ore Grade ICP MA370 19
Cu Titration GC820 20
Zn Titration GC816 20
Pb Titration GC817 20
Fe Titration GC818 20
n Exploration Geochemistry 21
Aqua regia – ICP AQ300 22

Aqua regia – ICP/MS AQ200 22
Aqua regia – Ultra trace AQ250 23
Multi acid – ICP MA300 24
Multi acid – ICP/MS MA200 24
Aqua regia – ICP-ES/MS Hg AQ200-Hg 24
Multi acid – Ultra trace MA250 25
Generative Exploration Package GENX10 26
INAA NA-LLE-S 26
n Lithogeochemistry 30
Lithium Borate Fusion – Refractory and REEs LF100 31

Total Whole Rock Characterization LF202 31
Whole Rock Lithium Fusion ICP Finish LF300 31
Leco – Total C and S TC003 32
XRF – Fusion – Major Oxides XF700 32
XRF – Fusion – Iron Ore XF732 33
XRF – Fusion – Laterites XF720 34
n Metallurgy and Mineralogy 36
Mineral Processing 37
Hydrometallurgy 38
Mineralogy & Petrography 39
n Group Services 40
Geochronology and Stable Isotopes 41
On-Site Services 42
Environmental Services 43
Conversions 44
Periodic Table of Elements 45
General Conditions of Service 46

Sample Preparation, Storage & Disposal
Sample Preparation
Storage & Disposal
Sample preparation lays the groundwork for all analysis which will be performed on your samples,
and is key to the overall high quality of the analytical results we produce. A homogeneous split
is taken to represent the original sample. The preparation process and this split are subject to
QAQC control checks during the progression, as well as prior to sample analysis. If there is a
non-conformance to the quality standard, the process is reviewed and corrected. This rigorous
policy applies to any material that is reported or used in the analytical process.
To ensure the equipment is producing a quality product, reduction of the wear surfaces of plates
and bowls is constantly monitored and recorded. No equipment is allowed to be used beyond
its lifespan.
A sieve test is used to monitor the process on select and random samples at the primary crushing
stage and at pulverization. These tests are recorded and produced for your review. Employees
go through a comprehensive training program, thus ensuring that our staff understands the
importance of its work and the adherence to a high quality standard.

Sample Preparation,
Storage & Disposal
The packages listed here are the most common methods
applied in our industry. If you require custom sample
preparation techniques please contact your local account
manager or lab nearest to your project to discuss in more
detail. You will find our team of professionals and technical
group second to none in our ability to provide support.
n Rock and Core Preparation

CODE DESCRIPTION CAD
PRP70-250 Crush 1 kg to ≥70% passing 2mm - Pulverization 250 g ≥85% 75µm $7.20
PRP70-1 Kg Crush 1 kg to ≥70% passing 2mm - Pulverization 1 kg ≥85% 75µm $9.30
PRP90-1 Kg Crush 1 kg to ≥90% passing 2mm - Pulverization 1 Kg ≥85% 75µm $11.30
Crush to ≥70% passing 2mm per kg, includes first 1 kg $3.50

CRU70
Extra crushing over 1 kg per kg + $0.70
CRUPR Primary Crushing for large samples (eg. Whole Core) per kg $0.90
Dry and pulverize to ≥85% passing 75 µm $3.70

PUL85
Extra pulverizing over 250 g, per 250 g + $0.90
DY105 Dry pulp at 105°C, per sample $0.60
HOMOG Homogenizing of pulps by light pulverizing $2.50
SPTRF Split by riffle splitter up to 5 kg of –2 mm sample , per sample $2.20
WGHT Weigh sample $0.65
CRUBW Extra wash with barren material – crushing $2.50
PULSW Extra wash – silica – pulverizing $3.00
SPTRS Rotary split up to 5 kg $4.45

Other size fractions / preparation requirements available upon request. For example ceramic bowl pulverizing, different
size crushing and bowl sizes, etc.
n Specific Gravity
SPG01 Specific Gravity on pulps by water displacement $13.25
SPG02 Specific Gravity on core by water displacement $13.25
SPG03 Specific Gravity on waxed core (wax removal not included) $16.00
SPG04 Specific Gravity on pulps or rock chips by gas pycnometer $11.80

Sample Preparation, Storage & Disposal
n Soils
Dry at 60°C, sieve up to 100 g to -180 µm (80 mesh) up to 1 Kg sample (discard plus fraction) $3.20
SS80
Overweight sieving per 500 g - extra sieving over 1 Kg per Kg $1.05
Dry at 60°C, sieve 100 g to -63 µm (230 mesh), up to 1 Kg sample $4.05

SS230
Overweight sieving per 500 g $1.60
DYXS Drying surcharge for excessively wet samples $1.80
SSXXX Sieving at other mesh sizes, per 500 g $1.60
PULSL Pulverize soils in mild steel pulverizer, per 100 g $3.15
SVRJT Saving all or part of soil reject $0.60
CLYSP Clay separation up to 500 g (for other weight requirements please contact us) $15.00
DISP2 Heat Treatment of soils and sediments, per sample (All international soil shipments to Canada) $0.50
Important note regarding soils: Importation regulations may apply; contact lab prior to shipment for details and shipment requirements.
For soil shipments to Canada: No soil, till, sediment pulps or rejects can be returned and must be incinerated prior to disposal. A disposal fee
(DISP2) is charged for these samples. Soil rejects are discarded immediately after preparation unless SVRJT is requested.
n Miscellaneous Charges
PULHP Hand pulverize by mortar and pestle $8.40
QCCHK Additional QC Checks $3.15
HANDX Handling of special projects, per hour $64.00
SHP01 Shipping charge (pulps), per sample - from branch (varies by country) From $1.50
SPTPL Split pulp for client extra charge $0.60
PULSW Extra wash with silica-pulverizing $3.00
DYAIR Air Dry samples (<40°C) per 2 kg $2.40

SLBHP Sorting, Labeling, Boxing and Handling samples received as Pulps $0.60
BAT01 Batch charge for <20 samples $50.00
VAC01 Vacuum seal samples, nitrogen purge $10.00
CRCUT Core Cutting by quote
n Warehouse Charges
SPRTN Cost of Shipping Returns at cost
DRRJT Dispose or return handling of reject $0.35
DRPLP Dispose or return handling of pulps $0.10
WHRJT Monthly storage of reject after 60 days, per sample $0.60
WHPLP Monthly storage of pulps after 90 days, per sample (up to 250 g sample) $0.20
WHSRT Monthly storage of soil rejects per sample $0.35
Storage information: All rock rejects are stored for 2 months and pulps for 3 months at no charge. Clients may purchase additional storage
time. A minimum charge of $10/quarter ($40/yr) will apply to all clients with samples in storage after this time period. When storage is
requested on receipt the first 3-4 months of paid storage will be charged upfront to cover the first 6 months of storage. BVM recognizes and
applies the US and Canadian limits for the concentration of hazardous metals in waste materials. For samples exceeding these limits, BVM
reserves the right to require clients to accept the return of their reject and pulp material or the expense of disposing of any sample material
that is defined as hazardous. Concentrates and high NORM samples must be returned.
Precious Metals & Leaches
Methods in this section include industry standard fire assay options for gold, silver, platinum and
palladium. From a basic 30 g charge to full metallic screen fire assay, reliable data is achieved for all
sample types including those with coarse gold. Bulk leaching of gold bearing materials with cyanide
is also available and provides an additional tool to evaluate systems with unevenly distributed Au
and to test for extractability. Selective and sequential leaches are also included in this section to
provide information on the distribution of Cu within various phases in the sample.

n Aqua Regia Gold

Recommended for soils, sediments, vegetation or reconnaissance rock samples. Samples are digested in 1:1:1 aqua
regia then analyzed by ICP-MS. Refractory, massive sulfide and graphitic samples can limit Au solubility.
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AQ115 15 g Aqua regia ICP-MS $10.50
AQ130 30 g Aqua regia ICP-MS $14.45
Au 0.5 ppb 10 ppm Ignited 15 g Aqua regia ICP-MS

AQ115-IGN $11.80
Rock samples are ignited at 500°C before aqua regia digestion
Ignited 30 g Aqua regia ICP-MS
AQ130-IGN Rock samples are ignited at 500°C before aqua regia digestion $15.75
Fire Assay
Lead collection fire assay fusion is a classic method for total sample
decomposition. Total Au content is determined by digesting a Ag
dore bead and the analysing by AA, ICP-ES, or ICP-MS. Lab reserves
the right to reduce sample weight to 15 g or smaller for proper fusion.
n ICP
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FA330-Au* 30 g / Fire Assay / ICP-ES $16.50
Au 2 ppb 10 ppm
FA350-Au* 50 g / Fire Assay / ICP-ES $19.50
FA330* Au 2 ppb 10 ppm 30 g / Fire Assay / ICP-ES $17.65
Pt 3 ppb 10 ppm
FA350* 50 g / Fire Assay / ICP-ES $20.45
Pd 2 ppb 10 ppm
n ICP-MS
FA130 Au 1 ppb 1 ppm 30 g / Fire Assay / ICP-MS $21.00
Pt 0.1 ppb 1 ppm

FA150 50 g / Fire Assay / ICP-MS $23.80
Pd 0.5 ppb 1 ppm
n AAS
FA430* 30 g / Fire Assay / AAS $15.50
Au 0.005 ppm 10 ppm
FA450* 50 g / Fire Assay / AAS $18.45
n Gravimetric
FA530-Ag 30 g / Fire Assay / gravimetric $19.60
Ag 20 ppm
FA550-Ag 50 g / Fire Assay / gravimetric $22.40
FA530-Au 30 g / Fire Assay / gravimetric $19.60

Au 0.9 ppm
FA550-Au 50 g / Fire Assay / gravimetric $22.40
FA530 30 g / Fire Assay / gravimetric $19.60

Au, Ag as above
FA550 50 g / Fire Assay / gravimetric $22.40
Require at least 5 g sample weight.

*Au>10 ppm are automatically analyzed by gravimetric method.

n Combined Instrumentation Finishes (Reno & Hermosillo only*)
Lab reserves the right to reduce sample weight to 15 g or smaller for proper fusion.
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Au 0.005 ppm 10 ppm
FA630 Fire Assay Ag Grav Au AAS finish 30 g $25.00
Ag 20 ppm 10000 ppm
n Metallic Screen Fire Assay

Metallic Screen Fire Assay prices include screening of sample to 150 mesh. Additional preparation charges for crushing
and pulverizing apply where applicable. Alternative screen sizes/weight available upon request. Pricing is based on
gravimetric analysis of the plus fraction and instrumentation on the minus fraction. Additional charges for gravimetric
analysis of minus fraction may apply. Please contact your local office to develop the right package for your project.
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FS631 Au 0.05 ppm Metallic Fire Assay – single minus fraction analyzed, 30 g - 500 g screen $44.00
FS631-1 Kg Au 0.05 ppm Metallic Fire Assay – single minus fraction analyzed, 30 g - 1 Kg screen $54.90
FS632 Au 0.05 ppm Metallic Fire Assay – duplicate minus fraction analyzed, 30 g – 500 g screen $52.00
FS652 Au 0.05 ppm Metallic Fire assay – duplicate minus fraction analyzed, 50 g – 500 g screen $59.00
FS652-1Kg Au 0.05 ppm Metallic Fire assay – duplicate minus fraction analyzed, 50 g – 1 Kg screen $66.90
n Other charges
CHPOT Stipulate new crucible for fire assay fusion $1.50
EN002** Environmental disposal charge-Fire assay lead waste From $0.25
** This fee is automatically applied due to the increasing cost of disposal of lead waste produced during fire assay analysis.
n Wet Assay Silver - Ore Grade

AR401-Ag Ag 1 ppm 1000 ppm Aqua Regia Digestion AAS Finish $11.55
MA401-Ag Ag 1 ppm 1000 ppm Multi Acid Digestion AAS Finish $12.85
n Carbons, Concentrates & High Grade* (Reno & Hermosillo only)

This method is ideal for the determination of Au and Ag when higher levels of precision are required. Our stringent quality
control protocols involve the use of replicate assays and reference materials suited to the analysis to confirm accuracy.
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FA501-Au Au 10 ppm 100000 ppm 2 g sample Fire Assay for concentrates, duplicate analysis $80.00
FA501-Ag Ag 100 ppm 100000 ppm 2 g sample Fire Assay for concentrates, duplicate analysis $80.00
FA501 Au, Ag as above as above 2 g sample Fire Assay for concentrates, duplicate analysis $99.00
GC4CN Au 0.01 ppm 50 ppm Direct read of Cyanide Solutions by AAS by quote
Note: Additional base metal elements may be added for an additional analytical charge
*Shipment costs may apply to ship to Reno & Hermosillo

n INAA (NA-PGE-S)
Samples are subjected to a nickel-sulfide fire assay pre-concentration followed by irradiation and analysis on the
sulfide precipitate (Performed by Maxxam).
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Full Package $170.00
Au 1 ppb 1 ppm
Pt 20 ppb 10 ppm
Pd 20 ppb 10 ppm
Partial Package $150.00
Rh 5 ppb 1 ppm
Ru 50 ppb 20 ppm
Ir 1 ppb 1 ppm
Os 10 ppb 1 ppm
n Gold Base Metal Leaches

Cyanide leaching can offer an alternative to classic fire assay methods with a comparible low detection limit. However,
cyanidation analytical tests provide a more realistic estimation of gold and silver recovery from a rock pulp. Gold
recovery can be impacted by organic carbon, graphite, and some sulfide minerals.
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BLEG, Cyanide leach (500 g – 1 kg sample for 12–24 hour
BL001 Au 0.1 ppb 100 ppm • ICP-MS Finish $26.50
0.01 ppm 200 ppm • AAS Finish
CN400 Au, Ag, Cu Cyanide Leach (various options) From $15.00
CN401 Au 0.03 ppm 50 ppm 15 g, 1 hour room temperature cyanide shake, AA finish $9.35
CN403 Au 0.03 ppm 50 ppm 30 g, 1 hour room temperature cyanide shake, AA finish $10.45
CN401H Au 0.03 ppm 50 ppm 15 g, 1 hour room temperature cyanide shake, AA finish $11.70
CN403H Au 0.03 ppm 50 ppm 30 g, 1 hour hot cyanide shake, AA finish $12.80
Additional elements $5.00
PL415 Preg Rob Leach - Cyanide leach with Au spiked solution

Au 0.03 ppm 500 ppm • <15 g sample $11.50
PL430 • 30 g sample $12.00
GC850 0.01 kg H2SO4/TON Sulfuric leach, Net Acid Consumption $30.25
EN003 Cyanide waste disposal charge * may apply in some regions $0.65
Additional base metal elements (Fe, Zn, Pb) may be added to some leaches for an additional analytical charge.
Please contact the laboratory regarding your specific analytical requirements.
n Copper Leaches
The methods allow determination of Cu leachability, mineralogy and mineral solubility. These methods utilize laboratory
standard leach conditions, however client specific conditions can be negotiated on request.
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LH401 CuS 0.001% 10% 1M Citric Acid leach with AAS finish - Cu Oxides $12.85
LH402 CuSH 0.001% 10% Sulfuric acid leach with AAS finish - Nonsulfide Cu $12.85
LH403 CuCN 0.01% 10% Cyanide Leach with AAS finish (1 g) $12.85
CuSH Sample is sequentially leached in H2SO4 (LH402) , CN
LHSEQ CuCN (LH403) then Multi Acid, with Cu from each leach reported. $38.60
CuRes Total Copper can be reported as a sum of the leaches.
LH425 CuSAP 0.01% 100% Quick ferric sulfate leach for 1hr @ 167°C, Cu by AAS $12.00

Ore & High Grade Analysis
Methods in this section are designed to provide the extremely high precision and accuracy required
to quantify commodity elements for resource evaluation. Digestion schemes and reagents are chosen
to effectively deal with high analyte concentrations and are coupled with the most stable and matrix
tolerant analytical platforms available to produce data of the highest quality. A variety of classical wet
assay techniques are also available for samples that exceed the maximum concentrations that can be
determined instrumentally.

AAS Analysis
Aqua regia and multi-acid digestions with AAS analysis are optimized
for moderate to high grade ore samples and select target elements.
These methods can be set up to be triggered automatically or selected
as stand-alone packages.
n AAS Analysis
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Ag 1 ppm 800 ppm

Cu 0.001 % 10 %
MA401
Fe 0.01 % 10 %
Zn 0.01 % 10 %
Pb 0.01 % 10 % $12.85
for the first Element
Mo 0.001 % 10 %
MA401-Mo
Cu 0.001 % 10 %
$3.95
Ag 2 ppm 1500 ppm Additional Element
Cu 0.01 % 30 %
MA404 Fe 0.01 % 30 %
Zn 0.01 % 30 %
Pb 0.01 % 20 %
Ag 1 ppm 800 ppm

AR401
Cu 0.001 % 10 % $11.55
for the first Element
Ag 2 ppm 1000 ppm
Cu 0.001 % 10 %
AR402 $3.95
Zn 0.01 % 10 % Additional Element
Pb 0.01 % 10 %

ICP Analysis
The following multi-element assays provide optimum precision and accuracy
for high grade rock and drill core samples with a selection of digestion
methods to best suit the ore type methods. AQ370, MA370, LF370 report
percent level concentrations as determined by ICP-ES. AQ270 and MA270
combine both ICP-ES and ICP-MS analysis to extend the lower detection
limits and provide a broader spectrum of elements.
n Aqua Regia ICP-ES n Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS

Modified aqua regia digestion for base-metal sulfide and Same digestion as AQ370 but uses both ICP-ES and ICP-
precious metal ores. Aqua regia digestion is considered a MS to expand the detection limits and increase the number
partial digestion. Solubility of some elements will be limited by of elements analysed.
mineral species present.
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AQ370 Aqua Regia ICP-ES, 24 elements $15.45 AQ270 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 34 elements $21.00
Ag 2 GM/T 1000 GM/T Ag 0.5 ppm 1000 ppm
Al 0.01 % 40 % Al 0.01 % 40 %
As 0.01 % 10 % As 5 ppm 100000 ppm
Bi 0.01 % 1 % Ba 5 ppm 5000 ppm
Ca 0.01 % 40 % Bi 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Cd 0.001 % 1 %
Ca 0.01 % 40 %
Co 0.001 % 1 %
Cd 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Cr 0.001 % 5 %
Co 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Cu 0.001 % 10 %
Cr 0.5 ppm 50000 ppm
Fe 0.01 % 40 %
Cu 0.5 ppm 100000 ppm
Hg 0.001 % 1 %
Fe 0.01 % 40 %
K 0.01 % 40 %
Ga 5 ppm 50000 ppm
Mg 0.01 % 40 %
Mn 0.01 % 20 % Hg 0.05 ppm 10000 ppm
Mo 0.001 % 5 % K 0.01 % 40 %
Na 0.01 % 25 % La 0.5 ppm 50000 ppm

Ni 0.001 % 10 % Mg 0.01 % 40 %
P 0.001 % 25 % Mn 5 ppm 200000 ppm
Pb 0.01 % 4 % Mo 0.5 ppm 50000 ppm
S 0.05 % 30 % Na 0.01 % 25 %
Sb 0.001 % 5 % Ni 0.5 ppm 100000 ppm
Sr 0.001 % 1 % P 0.001 % 25 %
W 0.001 % 1 % Pb 0.5 ppm 40000 ppm
Zn 0.01 % 20 % S 0.05 % 30 %
AQ370-X Aqua Regia ICP-ES, any 1 element $11.15 Sb 0.5 ppm 50000 ppm
Requires at least 2 g per sample weight. Sc 0.5 ppm 500 ppm
Se 2 ppm 500 ppm
Sr 5 ppm 10000 ppm
Th 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Ti 0.001 % 10 %
Tl 0.5 ppm 5000 ppm
U 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
V 10 ppm 50000 ppm
W 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Zn 5 ppm 200000 ppm
Requires at least 2 g per sample weight.

n Multi Acid ICP-ES n Multi Acid ICP-ES/MS

Multi-acid digestion for sulfide and silicate ores. Same digestion as MA370 but includes ICP-ES and ICP-
MS analysis.
MA370 Multi Acid ICP-ES, 23 elements $17.65 MA270 Multi Acid ICP-ES/MS, 41 elements $25.45
Ag 2 GM/T 1500 GM/T Ag 0.5 ppm 1500 ppm
Al 0.01 % 40 % Al 0.01 % 40 %
As 0.02 % 10 % As 5 ppm 100000 ppm
Bi 0.01 % 2 % Ba 5 ppm 50000 ppm
Ca 0.01 % 50 % Be 5 ppm 5000 ppm
Cd 0.001 % 2 % Bi 0.05 ppm 20000 ppm
Co 0.001 % 2 % Ca 0.01 % 50 %
Cr 0.001 % 5 % Cd 0.5 ppm 20000 ppm
Cu 0.001 % 10 % Ce 5 ppm 10000 ppm
Fe 0.01 % 60 % Co 1 ppm 20000 ppm
K 0.01 % 40 % Cr 1 ppm 50000 ppm
Mg 0.01 % 40 % Cu 0.5 ppm 100000 ppm
Mn 0.01 % 20 % Fe 0.01 % 60 %
Mo 0.001 % 5 % Hf 0.5 ppm 5000 ppm
Na 0.01 % 25 % K 0.01 % 40 %
Ni 0.001 % 10 % La 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
P 0.01 % 25 % Li 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Pb 0.02 % 10 % Mg 0.01 % 40 %
S 0.05 % 30 % Mn 5 ppm 200000 ppm
Sb 0.01 % 1 % Mo 0.5 ppm 50000 ppm
Sr 0.01 % 1 % Na 0.01 % 25 %
W 0.01 % 1 % Nb 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Zn 0.01 % 40 % Ni 0.5 ppm 100000 ppm
MA370-X Multi Acid ICP-ES, any 1 element $13.25 P 0.01 % 25 %
Requires at least 1 g per sample weight. Pb 0.5 ppm 100000 ppm
Rb 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
S 0.05 % 30 %
Sb 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
n Peroxide Fusion ICP-ES Sc 1 ppm 1000 ppm

Se 5 ppm 5000 ppm
Sodium peroxide fusion for refractory mineral ores.
Sn 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
DETECTION UPPER Sr 5 ppm 10000 ppm
CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD Ta 0.5 ppm 2000 ppm
PF370 Peroxide Fusion ICP-ES, 17 elements $19.30 Th 0.5 ppm 20000 ppm
Al 0.01 % 50 % Ti 0.001 % 10 %
As 0.01 % 10 % U 0.5 ppm 20000 ppm
Ca 0.05 % 50 % V 10 ppm 50000 ppm
Co 0.002 % 30 % W 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Cr 0.01 % 30 % Y 0.5 ppm 5000 ppm
Cu 0.005 % 30 % Zn 5 ppm 400000 ppm
Fe 0.05 % 70 % Zr 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
K 0.01 % 30 % While multi-acid digestion is considered to be a near total digestion this
Li 0.001 % 50 % digestion is only partial for some Cr and Ba minerals and oxides of Al,
Mg 0.01 % 30 % Fe, Hf, Mn, Sn, Ta and Zr. Additionally volatilizatin during fuming may
result in some loss of As, S and Sb.
Mn 0.01 % 70 %
Ni 0.005 % 30 % n Phosphoric Acid ICP-ES
Pb 0.03 % 30 % Phosphoric acid digestion for select elements.
S 0.01 % 60 %
DETECTION UPPER
Sn 0.005 % 50 %
CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD
Ti 0.01 % 30 %
KP300 Phosphoric Acid, ICP-ES, 5 elements $17.65
Zn 0.01 % 30 %
Mo 0.001 % 40 %
PF370-X Peroxide Fusion ICP-ES, any 1 element $14.95 Nb 0.001 % 40 %
Requires at least 2 g per sample weight. Ta 0.001 % 60 %
U 0.001 % 60 %
W 0.005 % 40 %
KP300-X Phosphoric Acid, ICP-ES, any 1 element $13.90
n Mercury
CODE DESCRIPTION DETECTION LIMIT UPPER LIMIT CAD
AQ200-Hg Hg – ICP-MS 0.01 ppm 50 ppm $11.55
CV400 Trace Hg – CVAA 0.01 ppm 100 ppm $8.50
CV410 Ore Grade Hg – CVAA (Reno only) 0.01 % 20 % $9.00
n Water and General Chemistry

GC901 Moisture (105°C) $6.80
TG001 LOI 0.1 % 100 % $9.20
GC902 Lattice water $27.30
GC002-pH pH of solids 0.1 units $9.20
GC002-Cond Conductivity of solids 3 μS/cm $9.20
GC002 pH and conductivity on solids $13.10
INSOL Acid Insoluble 0.02 % 100 % $20.00
n Other Trace and Ore Grade Analyses

GC820 Cu Titration 1.00 % 100 % $36.75
GC816 Zn Titration 1.00 % 100 % $29.95
GC817 Pb Titration 2.00 % 100 % $29.95
GC818 Fe Titration 1.00 % 100 % $29.95
GC819 Mn Titration 1.00 % 100 % $29.95
GC806 FeO 0.2 % 100 % $22.80
GC410 NiS 0.001 % 100 % $27.30
GC922 MoO 0.001 % 100 % $17.30
GC923 Pb and/or Zn Oxide + $3.95 extra element 0.01 % 10 % $25.00
GC519 SiO2 gravimetric 0.02 % 100 % $26.25
GC320 Ba by Na2CO3 /K2CO3 fusion, ICP-ES 0.01 % 30 % $27.55
GC520 Ba by Na2CO3 /K2CO3 fusion, grav. 0.1 % 100 % $27.55
BR405 Sb – high grade assay, AAS 0.01 % 100 % $12.85
PF100 B 3 ppm 2000 ppm $11.00
GC840 F – Trace Level 10 ppm 10000 ppm $11.00
F – Ore Grade 0.01 % 15 % $18.10
GC841
Surcharge samples > 15% 10 % 50 % $12.60
GC304-Ga Ga by ICP-ES 0.01 % 100 % $18.10
GC304-Ge Ge by ICP-ES 0.01 % 100 % $17.20
GC204 Ge and/or Ga by ICP-MS 1 ppm 2000 ppm $22.05

Exploration Geochemistry
Methods in this section are designed for non-mineralized to weakly mineralized material. They have been
optimized to provide extremely low detection limits and maximum anomaly to background contrast. Modified
aqua regia packages that target labile elements in soil, to more aggressive multi acid digestions that give
near total results in all sample matrices are included. For projects with a gold focus, larger sample sizes are
available to provide the most representative sample possible and mitigate nugget effects. This section also
includes methods designed specifically for other media including biogeochemical exploration and natural
water analysis.

n Aqua Regia
Using a modified aqua regia digestion (1:1:1 HNO3:HCl:H2O) considered a partial digest, can provide valuable information regarding
mobile and easily soluble species, such as sulfides. Economically priced ICP-ES (AQ300) or ICP-ES/MS (AQ200) analysis were
designed to complement your exploration project. Sample splits of 0.5 g, 15 g or 30 g are leached in modified aqua regia. Select a
larger split size for more representative Au analysis. Refractory and graphitic samples can limit Au solubility.

AQ300 Aqua Regia ICP-ES, 33 elements $9.40 AQ200 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 36 elements, 0.5 g $15.75
Ag 0.3 ppm 100 ppm AQ201 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 36 elements, 15 g $19.95
Al 0.01 % 10 % AQ202 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 36 elements, 30 g $23.60
As 2 ppm 10000 ppm Ag 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
B 20 ppm 2000 ppm Al 0.01 % 10 %
Ba 1 ppm 10000 ppm As 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Bi 3 ppm 2000 ppm Au 0.5 ppb 100000 ppb
Ca 0.01 % 40 % B* 20 ppm 2000 ppm
Cd 0.5 ppm 2000 ppm Ba 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Co 1 ppm 2000 ppm Bi 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Cr 1 ppm 10000 ppm Ca 0.01 % 40 %
Cu 1 ppm 10000 ppm Cd 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Fe 0.01 % 40 % Co 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Ga 5 ppm 1000 ppm Cr 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Hg 1 ppm 50 ppm Cu 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
K 0.01 % 10 % Fe 0.01 % 40 %
La 1 ppm 10000 ppm Ga 1 ppm 1000 ppm
Mg 0.01 % 30 % Hg 0.01 ppm 50 ppm
Mn 2 ppm 10000 ppm K 0.01 % 10 %
Mo 1 ppm 2000 ppm La 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Na 0.01 % 5 % Mg 0.01 % 30 %
Ni 1 ppm 10000 ppm Mn 1 ppm 10000 ppm
P 0.001 % 5 % Mo 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Pb 3 ppm 10000 ppm Na 0.001 % 5 %
S 0.05 % 10 % Ni 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Sb 3 ppm 2000 ppm P 0.001 % 5 %
Sc 5 ppm 100 ppm Pb 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Sr 1 ppm 2000 ppm S 0.05 % 10 %
Th 2 ppm 2000 ppm Sb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Ti 0.001 % 5 % Sc 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Tl 5 ppm 1000 ppm Se 0.5 ppm 100 ppm
V 1 ppm 10000 ppm Sr 1 ppm 2000 ppm
W 2 ppm 100 ppm Te 0.2 ppm 1000 ppm
Zn 1 ppm 10000 ppm Th 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
AQ300+U Aqua Regia ICP-ES, 34 elements $9.90 Ti 0.001 % 5 %
U 8 ppm 2000 ppm Tl 0.1 ppm 1000 ppm
V 2 ppm 10000 ppm
W 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Zn 1 ppm 10000 ppm
AQ200+U Aqua Regia ICP-ES, 34 elements $16.25
U 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Aqua Regia digestion is considered a partial digestion.

Solubility of some elements will be limited by mineral species present .
22 Bureau Veritas Minerals | Schedule of Services & Fees 2017 *Detection limit = 1 ppm for 15/30 g analysis.
n Ultratrace by ICP-MS
ICP-MS analysis of a 0.5, 15 or 30 g sample after modified aqua regia digestion (1:1:1 HNO3:HCl:H2O) for low to ultra-low
determination on soils, sediments and lean rocks. Larger splits (15 or 30 g) give a more representative analysis of elements
subject to nugget effect (e.g. Au). Gold solubility can be limited in refractory and graphitic samples. Lead Isotope add on adds
Pb isotopes (204Pb, 206Pb, 207Pb, 208Pb) suitable for geochemical exploration of U and other commodities where gross differences
in non-radiogenic to radiogenic Pb ratios are of benefit.

AQ250 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 37 elements, 0.5 g $19.40 AQ250-EXT Extended Pkg, 53 elements, 0.5 g $22.85
AQ251 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 37 elements, 15 g $23.60 AQ251-EXT Extended Pkg, 53 elements, 15 g $27.05
AQ252 Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, 37 elements, 30 g $27.30 AQ252-EXT Extended Pkg, 53 elements, 30 g $30.70
Ag 2 ppb 100000 ppb Be 0.1 ppm 1000 ppm
Al 0.01 % 10 % Ce 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
As 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm Cs 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Au 0.2 ppb 100 ppm Ge 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
B* 20 ppm 2000 ppm Hf 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
Ba 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm In 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
Bi 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm Li 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm

Nb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Ca 0.01 % 40 %
Pd 10 ppb 100000 ppb
Pt 2 ppb 100000 ppb
Co 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Rb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Cr 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Re 1 ppb 10000 ppb
Cu 0.01 ppm 10000 ppm
Sn 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Fe 0.01 % 40 %
Ta 0.05 ppm 2000 ppm
Ga 0.1 ppm 1000 ppm
Y 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm
Hg 5 ppb 50000 ppb
Zr 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
K 0.01 % 10 %
La 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
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Mg 0.01 % 30 % CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD
Mn 1 ppm 10000 ppm + REE Rare Earth, add-on $6.30
Mo 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm Dy 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Na 0.001 % 5 % Er 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Ni 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm Eu 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
P 0.001 % 5 % Gd 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Pb 0.01 ppm 10000 ppm Ho 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
S 0.02 % 10 % Lu 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Sb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm Nd 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Sc 0.1 ppm 100 ppm Pr 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Se 0.1 ppm 100 ppm Sm 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Sr 0.5 ppm 2000 ppm Tb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Te 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm Tm 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm

Yb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Th 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
+ ISO Lead Isotope, add-on $13.25
Ti 0.001 % 5 %
Tl 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
U 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
V 2 ppm 10000 ppm
W 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Zn 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
+ PGM Pt Pd, add-on $2.20
*Detection limit = 1 ppm for 15/30 g analysis.

n Multi-Acid
Multi-acid digestion packages combine a strong multi-acid digestion that dissolves most minerals. We offer a choice of ICP-ES
(MA300), ICP-ES/MS (MA200) or Ultra Trace ICP-ES/MS (MA250) analysis to give near total values for all elements. A 0.25 g split is
heated in HNO3, HClO4, HF to fuming and taken to dryness. The residue is dissolved in HCl.

MA300 Multi-Acid ICP-ES, 35 elements $13.25 MA200 Multi-Acid ICP-ES/MS, 45 elements $18.75
Ag 0.5 ppm 200 ppm Ag 0.1 ppm 200 ppm
Al 0.01 % 20 % Al 0.01 % 20 %
As 5 ppm 10000 ppm As 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Ba 1 ppm 10000 ppm Ba 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Be 1 ppm 1000 ppm Be 1 ppm 1000 ppm
Bi 5 ppm 4000 ppm Bi 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
Ca 0.01 % 40 % Ca 0.01 % 40 %
Cd 0.4 ppm 4000 ppm Cd 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
Co 2 ppm 4000 ppm Co 0.2 ppm 4000 ppm
Cr 2 ppm 10000 ppm Cr 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Cu 2 ppm 10000 ppm Cu 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Fe 0.01 % 60 % Fe 0.01 % 60 %
K 0.01 % 10 % Hf 0.1 ppm 1000 ppm
La 2 ppm 2000 ppm In 0.05 ppm 1000 ppm
Mg 0.01 % 30 % K 0.01 % 10 %
Mn 5 ppm 10000 ppm La 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Mo 2 ppm 4000 ppm Li 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Na 0.01 % 10 % Mg 0.01 % 30 %
Nb 2 ppm 2000 ppm Mn 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Ni 2 ppm 10000 ppm Mo 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
P 0.002 % 5 % Na 0.001 % 10 %
Pb 5 ppm 10000 ppm Nb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
S 0.1 % 10 % Ni 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Sb 5 ppm 4000 ppm P 0.001 % 5 %
Sc 1 ppm 200 ppm Pb 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Sn 2 ppm 2000 ppm Rb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Sr 2 ppm 10000 ppm Re 0.005 ppm 100 ppm
Th 2 ppm 4000 ppm S 0.1 % 10 %
Ti 0.01 % 10 % Sb 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
U 20 ppm 4000 ppm Sc 1 ppm 200 ppm
V 2 ppm 10000 ppm Se 1 ppm 1000 ppm
W 4 ppm 200 ppm Sn 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Y 2 ppm 2000 ppm Sr 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Zn 2 ppm 10000 ppm Ta 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Zr 2 ppm 2000 ppm Te 0.5 ppm 1000 ppm
AQ200+Hg Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, Add-on $11.55 Th 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
Ti 0.001 % 10 %
Hg 5 ppb 50000 ppb
Tl 0.5 ppm 10000 ppm
Digestion is partial for some Cr and Ba
minerals and oxides of Al, Fe, Mn, Sn, Ta and U 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
Zr. Volatilization during fuming may result in V 4 ppm 10000 ppm
loss of As, S, Se and Sb.
W 0.1 ppm 200 ppm
Y 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Zn 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Zr 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
AQ200+Hg Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, Add-on $11.55
Hg 5 ppb 50000 ppb
Digestion is partial for some Cr and Ba
minerals and oxides of Al, Fe, Mn, Sn, Ta and
Zr. Volatilization during fuming may result in
loss of As, S, Se and Sb.

n Ultra Trace by ICP-ES/MS
MA250 Ultra trace ICP-ES/MS, 59 elements $25.05
Ag 20 ppb 200 ppm
Al 0.01 % 20 %
As 0.2 ppm 10000 ppm
Ba 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Be 1 ppm 1000 ppm
Bi 0.04 ppm 4000 ppm
Ca 0.01 % 40 %
Ce 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Co 0.2 ppm 4000 ppm
Cr 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Cs 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Cu 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Dy 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Er 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Eu 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Fe 0.01 % 60 %
Ga 0.02 ppm 100 ppm
Gd 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Hf 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
Ho 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
In 0.01 ppm 1000 ppm
K 0.01 % 10 %
La 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Li 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Lu 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Mg 0.01 % 30 %
Mn 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Mo 0.05 ppm 4000 ppm
Na 0.001 % 10 %
Nd 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Ni 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
P 0.001 % 5 %
Pb 0.02 ppm 10000 ppm
Pr 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Rb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Re 0.002 ppm 100 ppm
S 0.04 % 10 %
Sb 0.02 ppm 4000 ppm
Sc 0.1 ppm 200 ppm
Se 0.3 ppm 1000 ppm
Sm 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Sn 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Sr 1 ppm 10000 ppm
Ta 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Tb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Te 0.05 ppm 1000 ppm
Th 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
Ti 0.001 % 10 %
Tl 0.05 ppm 10000 ppm
Tm 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
U 0.1 ppm 4000 ppm
V 1 ppm 10000 ppm
W 0.1 ppm 200 ppm
Y 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Yb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Zn 0.2 ppm 10000 ppm
Zr 0.2 ppm 2000 ppm
AQ200+Hg Aqua Regia ICP-ES/MS, Add-on $11.55
Hg 5 ppb 50000 ppb
Digestion is partial for some Cr and Ba minerals and oxides of Al, Fe, Mn, Sn, Ta and Zr. Volatilization during fuming may result
in loss of As, S, Se and Sb.

n Generative Exploration Package
This package has been designed to provide a suite of elements common in rocks associated with hydrothermal systems. It represents
excellent value for applications where only ore forming elements are of interest.
CODE ELEMENT DESCRIPTION CAD
GENX10 Suite of elements common in rocks associated with hydrothermal systems $24.35
Au 0.005 – 3 ppm
Ag 0.1 – 100 ppm
As 5 – 10,000 ppm
Bi 2 – 10,000 ppm Au determined by FA430 (30 g Fire Assay/AA finish)
Cu 1 – 10,000 ppm Hg determined by Cold Vapour/AA or ICP-MS
Pb 2 – 10,000 ppm All other elements determined by
Hg 0.01 – 100 ppm AR Digest with ICP analysis
Mo 1 – 10,000 ppm
Sb 2 – 10,000 ppm
Zn 2 – 10,000 ppm
n Selectives leaches
Selective or sequential extractions can target elements held in a specific soil phase or a range of phases thus allowing better interpretation
of ion mobility and geochemical processes. Used sequentially, the leaches can determine whether elements in soils are present as salts,
adsorbed to clay minerals, adsorbed/complexed with organics, or associated with amorphous Mn and Fe hydroxides. Used singularly,
the stronger leaches are less selective.

LH101 Demineralized water soluble components
LH102 1 M ammonium acetate - exchangeable cations adsorbed by clay and elements co-precipitated with carbonates
LH103 0.1 M sodium pyrophosphate - elements adsorbed by organic matter (humic and fulvic compounds)
0.1 M hydroxylamine - elements adsorbed by amorphous Mn hydroxide, often the most reactive soil phase for scavanging mobile
LH104
elements.
LH105 0.25 M hydroxylamine - elements adsorbed by amorphous Fe hydroxide and more crystaline Mn hydroxide
Ammonium nitrate leach estimates metal bioavailability and involves the extraction of weakly bound mobile base metals, alkali, alka-
LH107
line earth, and Al ions. Can also be used for estimation of cation-exchange capacity (Separate leach only).
Separate leach, per leach $28.50
Sequential leach, per leach $36.00
Setup, per leach on submissions of <35 samples $300.00
Report pH + $9.00
n Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA)

INAA is an excellent alternative for matrices that don’t work with other methods and also for a secondary verification of results generated
by other techniques. (Performed by Maxxam).
CODE ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT CAD
NA-LLE-S Total determination of Au by gamma ray analysis after nuclear irradiation, 34 elements, 10–30 g $22.05
Ag 5 ppm Mo 1 ppm
As 0.5 ppm Na 0.01 %
Au 2 ppb Nd 5 ppm
Ba 50 ppm Ni 100 ppm
Br 0.5 ppm Rb 15 ppm
Ca 1 % Sb 0.1 ppm
Ce 3 ppm Sc 0.1 ppm
Co 1 ppm Se 3 ppm
Cr 5 ppm Sm 0.1 ppm
Cs 1 ppm Sn 0.01 %
Eu 0.2 ppm Sr 0.05 %
Fe 0.01 % Ta 0.5 ppm
Hf 1 ppm Tb 0.5 ppm
Hg 1 ppm Th 0.2 ppm
Ir 5 ppb U 0.5 ppm
La 0.5 ppm W 1 ppm
Lu 0.05 ppm Yb 0.2 ppm
Zn 50 ppm

Vegetation Analysis
We offer two types of vegetation preparations depending on the elements of
interest and application of the results. The first is an aqua regia digestion on
the raw material. This method is best where volatile elements such as As, Se,
and Hg are of interest. The second type of preparation involves the ashing
of plant material followed by aqua regia digestion. Ashing is effectively a
preconcentration step that allows for the detection of low level precious
metals that would otherwise be below instrument detection.
n Preparation
Only dry plant material free of any soil. Importation permits may apply; contact the laboratory prior to shipment.
VGMAS Dry and macerate vegetation, per 100 g $8.80
VA475 Ashing 50 g dry vegetation at 475°C $8.80

VGWSH Wash plant samples with Type-1 water, dry at 60°C, per 100 g $2.95
SVRJT Saving all or part of reject fraction $0.60
WGHT Weigh samples $0.65
DRPLP Dispose or return handling of pulps $0.10
n Plant Material Analysis

Analysis of vegetation samples using a 1 g split digested in HNO3 then aqua regia and analyzed by ICP-MS for ultralow
detection limits. Washing with de-mineralized water is recommended if samples are coated with inorganic material.
(See VGWSH under Sample Preparation).
CODE ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT UPPER LIMIT ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT UPPER LIMIT CAD
VG101 Dry Vegetation ICP-MS, 37 elements, 1 g $24.70
VG105 Dry Vegetation ICP-MS, 37 elements, 5 g $28.00
VG104 Ash Ultratrace ICP-MS, 37 elements, 0.5 g $19.40
Ag 2 ppb 100000 ppb Mo 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm
Al 0.01 % 10 % Na 0.01 % 5 %
As 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm Ni 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Au 0.2 ppb 100000 ppb P 0.001 % 5 %
B 1 ppm 2000 ppm Pb 0.01 ppm 10000 ppm
Ba 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm S 0.05 % 10 %
Bi 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm Sb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Ca 0.01 % 40 % Sc 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Cd 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm Se 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Co 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm Sr 0.5 ppm 2000 ppm
Cr 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm Te 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
Cu 0.01 ppm 10000 ppm Th 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Fe 0.001 % 40 % Ti 1 ppm 50000 ppm
Ga 0.1 ppm 1000 ppm TI 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
Hg* 1 ppb 50000 ppb U 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm
K 0.01 % 10 % V 2 ppm 10000 ppm
La 0.01 ppm 10000 ppm W 0.1 ppm 100 ppm
Mg 0.001 % 30 % Zn 0.1 ppm 10000 ppm
Mn 1 ppm 10000 ppm
+ REE Rare Earth element, Add-on $6.30
+ PGM Pt/Pd, Add-on $2.20
+ ISO Lead Isotope, Add-on $13.25
* Not available in VG104.
VG101-EXT Dry Extended suite, 53 elements, 1 g $28.65
VG105-EXT Dry Extended suite, 53 elements, 5 g $31.95
VG104-EXT Ash Extended suite, 53 elements, 0.5 g $22.85

Be 0.1 ppm 1000 ppm
Ce 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Cs 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Ge 0.01 ppm 100 ppm
Hf 0.001 ppm 1000 ppm
In 0.02 ppm 1000 ppm
Li 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm
Pd 2 ppb 100000 ppb
Pt 1 ppb 100000 ppb
Rb 0.1 ppm 2000 ppm
Re 1 ppb 1000 ppb
Sn 0.02 ppm 100 ppm
Ta 0.001 ppm 2000 ppm
Y 0.001 ppm 2000 ppm
Zr 0.01 ppm 2000 ppm
+ PGM Pt/Pd, Add-on $2.20
+ ISO Lead Isotope, Add-on $13.25

+ REE Rare Earth element, any 1 element $6.30
Dy 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Er 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Eu 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Gd 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Ho 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Lu 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Nd 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Pr 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Sm 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Tb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Tm 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm
Yb 0.02 ppm 2000 ppm

n Analysis of Natural Waters ICP-MS
Surface and groundwater surveys are an effective means for exploration of remote and blind ore deposits. Method SO200
(analysis by ICP-MS) provides the low detection limits needed to define background and anomalous levels of cations in natural
water. For this analysis all water samples must have less than 0.1% total dissolved solids (TDS). This method is not suitable for
brines or processed solutions.
Analysis of water geochemical parameters including pH, electrical conductivity, alkalinity, and anions provides the necessary
parameters for complete characterization of water samples. Complete water characterization allows for the determination of not
only the type of water (i.e., Ca-SO4 or Na-CI), but how the type of water relates to ore deposit pathfinder elements. This package is
not suitable for environmental surveys.
DETECTION DETECTION DETECTION

CODE ELEMENT LIMIT ELEMENT LIMIT CAD CODE ELEMENT LIMIT CAD
SO200* Full Suite - Cations, 50 ml $30.45 Acidify cation bottle with
Ag 0.05 ppb Na 0.05 ppm SOPRE concentrated environmental $5.00
grade nitric acid
Al 1 ppb Nb 0.01 ppb
Full Suite - Anions, 100 ml* $90.00
As 0.5 ppb Nd 0.01 ppb SO001*
Any 1 element , 100 ml* $15.00
Au 0.05 ppb Ni 0.2 ppb CI 0.5 mg/L
B 5 ppb P 10 ppb SO4 0.5 mg/L
Ba 0.05 ppb Pb 0.1 ppb
Br 0.4 mg/L
Be 0.05 ppb Pd 0.2 ppb
NO2 0.01 mg/L
Bi 0.05 ppb Pr 0.01 ppb
NO3 0.01 mg/L
Br 5 ppb Pt 0.01 ppb
F 0.01 mg/L
Ca 0.05 ppm Rb 0.01 ppb
SO002* pH and EC, 100 ml* $18.75
Cd 0.05 ppb Re 0.01 ppb
pH 0.1 units
Ce 0.01 ppb Rh 0.01 ppb
Conductivity 1.0 µS/cm
Cl 1 ppm Ru 0.05 ppb
SO003* Full Suite - CaCO3, HCO3, OH, 100 ml* $14.00
Co 0.02 ppb S 1 ppm
Alkalinity 0.5 mg/L
Cr 0.5 ppb Sb 0.05 ppb
Cs 0.01 ppb Sc 1 ppb
Cu 0.1 ppb Se 0.5 ppb
Dy 0.01 ppb Si 40 ppb CODE CAD
Er 0.01 ppb Sm 0.02 ppb SO200, SO001, SO002, SO003
Eu 0.01 ppb Sn 0.05 ppb Water sampling bottles, 0.45 um
filters, syringes, environmental
Fe 10 ppb Sr 0.01 ppb SOPKG $142.00
grade nitric acid, and de-ionized
Ga 0.05 ppb Ta 0.02 ppb water (for field blanks) can be
provided with advanced notice
Gd 0.01 ppb Tb 0.01 ppb at no charge
Ge 0.05 ppb Te 0.05 ppb
Hf 0.02 ppb Th 0.05 ppb
Hg 0.1 ppb Ti 10 ppb
Ho 0.01 ppb Tl 0.01 ppb
In 0.01 ppb Tm 0.01 ppb
K 0.05 ppm U 0.02 ppb
La 0.01 ppb V 0.2 ppb
Li 0.1 ppb W 0.02 ppb
Lu 0.01 ppb Y 0.01 ppb
Mg 0.05 ppm Yb 0.01 ppb
Mn 0.05 ppb Zn 0.5 ppb
Mo 0.1 ppb Zr 0.02 ppb
*Samples for SO200, SO001, SO002 and SO003 must be submitted in separate
bottles.

Lithogeochemistry
Lithogeochemical methods employ fusion techniques to completely decompose even the most refractory
matrices to provide total element concentrations. These methods account for structural water and provide
quantitative results for silicon and are therefore the only methods that provide data suitable for plotting whole
rock classification diagrams and molar element ratio studies. Measurement by ICP-ES, ICP-MS, XRF, and laser
ablation options are available to suit all elements, concentration ranges and professional preferences.

Whole Rock Analysis by Lithium Borate Fusion
Lithogeochemistry
n Whole Rock Major and Minor Elements by n Trace Elements by ICP-MS
ICP-ES DETECTION UPPER
Lithium borate fusion, a highly aggressive digestion, is effective CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD
for even the most refractory and resistive mineral phases. When LF100 Refractory and Rare Earth elements only $29.40
coupled with ICP-ES/MS or XRF analysis, the methods provide Ba 1 ppm 50,000 ppm
excellent determination of the total element content. Be 1 ppm 10,000 ppm
Ce 0.1 ppm 50,000 ppm
DETECTION UPPER
CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD Co 0.2 ppm 10,000 ppm
Cs* 0.1 ppm 1,000 ppm
LF300 Standard suite of major oxides $28.16
Dy 0.05 ppm 10,000 ppm
SiO2 0.01 % 100 %
Er 0.03 ppm 10,000 ppm
Al2O3 0.01 % 100 %
Eu 0.02 ppm 10,000 ppm
Cr2O3 0.002 % 100 %
Ga 0.5 ppm 10,000 ppm
Fe2O3 0.04 % 100 %
Gd 0.05 ppm 10,000 ppm
K 2O 0.01 % 100 %
Hf 0.1 ppm 10,000 ppm
MgO 0.01 % 100 %
Ho 0.02 ppm 10,000 ppm
MnO 0.01 % 100 %
La 0.1 ppm 50,000 ppm
Na2O 0.01 % 100 %
Lu 0.01 ppm 10,000 ppm
P2O5 0.01 % 100 %
Nb* 0.1 ppm 1,000 ppm
TiO2 0.01 % 100 %
Nd 0.3 ppm 10,000 ppm
Ba 5 ppm 5 %
Pr 0.02 ppm 10,000 ppm
Nb 5 ppm 1,000 ppm
Rb* 0.1 ppm 1,000 ppm
Ni 20 ppm 10,000 ppm
Sm 0.05 ppm 10,000 ppm
Sc 1 ppm 10,000 ppm
Sn 1 ppm 10,000 ppm
Sr 2 ppm 50,000 ppm
Sr 0.5 ppm 50,000 ppm
Y 3 ppm 50,000 ppm
Ta* 0.1 ppm 1,000 ppm
Zr 5 ppm 50,000 ppm
Tb 0.01 ppm 10,000 ppm
LOI 0.1 % 100 %
Th 0.2 ppm 10,000 ppm
Sum 0.01 % 100 %
Tm 0.01 ppm 10,000 ppm
LF300-X Any 1 element $20.00
U 0.1 ppm 10,000 ppm
LF300-EXT Extended package $36.96
V 8 ppm 10,000 ppm
Ce 30 ppm 50 000 ppm
W 0.5 ppm 10,000 ppm
Co 20 ppm 10 000 ppm
Y 0.1 ppm 50,000 ppm
Cu 5 ppm 10 000 ppm
Zn 5 ppm 10 000 ppm Yb 0.05 ppm 10,000 ppm
Zr 0.1 ppm 50,000 ppm
LF100-X Lithium borate fusion ICP-MS, any 1 element $20.00
n Whole Rock Major and Minor Elements
Trace elements ICP-MS, 45 elements
with C & S LF100-EXT
Package including (LF100 + AQ200)
$40.15
DETECTION UPPER Ag 0.1 ppm 100 ppm

CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD As 0.5 ppm 10,000 ppm
Major oxides ICP-ES, 20 elements Au 0.5 ppb 100,000 ppb
LF302 $33.00
Package including LF300 + TC003 (C & S) Bi 0.1 ppm 2,000 ppm
Cd 0.1 ppm 2,000 ppm
Major oxides ICP-ES,
LF302-EXT Package including LF300-EXT + TC003 $41.96 Cu 0.1 ppm 10,000 ppm
(C & S) Hg 0.01 ppm 50 ppm
Mo 0.1 ppm 2,000 ppm
Ni 0.1 ppm 10,000 ppm
n Total Whole Rock Characterization Pb 0.1 ppm 10,000 ppm
These packages include several methods that have been Sb 0.1 ppm 2,000 ppm
specifically selected to optimize the recovery of virtually all Se 0.5 ppm 100 ppm
elements present in a geological sample. Tl 0.1 ppm 1,000 ppm
DETECTION UPPER Zn 1 ppm 10,000 ppm
* For higher upper limits on Ta, Nb, Cs, Rb - Request REEPKG
Package including Results for Co, Cu, Ni, Pb and Zn may not be quantitative by this method.
LF200 $52.85
[(LF100 + LF302-EXT + TC003 (C & S)]
Package including
LF202 $64.35
(LF100-EXT + LF302-EXT)
Package including
LF600 $73.00
(LF100-EXT + XF700 + TC003)
n Carbon & Sulphur Analysis
TC001 Leco – Total C 0.02 % 100 % $14.30
TC005 Graphite C 0.02 % 20 % $25.00

TC007 Organic C (TC001 - TC005 - TC006) 0.02 % 100 % $30.25
TC006 Inorganic Carbon, direct CO2 evolution and Leco analysis 0.02 % 100 % $16.00
Leco – C 0.02 % 100 %
TC003 $16.20
Leco – S 0.02 % 50 %
Leco – Total S 0.02 % 20 % $14.30

TC002
Surcharge samples >20% 20 % 50 % + $6.95
TC008 Sulfate – Leco after ignition at 550°C 0.05 % 100 % $22.00
TC009 Sulfide – by difference 0.05 % 100 % $25.00
TC508 Sulfate – gravimetric 0.05 % 100 % $25.00
TC901 Elemental S 0.01 % 14 % $25.00

XRF
X-ray fluorescence analysis on fused beads is an excellent method for the

determination of whole rock major elements, as well as some minor elements.
It is the preferred method for iron ore, bauxite, Ni-laterites, and phosphate ores.
Bureau Veritas also offers a specific XRF method for the determination of major
elements, plus sub-percent to high-grade Cu, Pb, and Zn ore concentrations.
n Whole Rock Major Oxides n Bauxite

XF700 Standard Package, 15 elements $35.00 XF701 Bauxite Package, 17 elements $39.50
SiO2 0.01 % 100.0 % SiO2 0.01 % 100.0 %
Al2O3 0.01 % 100.0 % Al2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
Fe2O3 0.01 % 100.0 % Fe2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
CaO 0.01 % 100.0 % CaO 0.01 % 50.0 %
MgO 0.01 % 100.0 % MgO 0.01 % 40.0 %
Na2O 0.01 % 15.0 % Na2O 0.01 % 8.5 %
K2O 0.01 % 15.0 % K2O 0.01 % 15.0 %

MnO 0.01 % 50.0 %
MnO 0.01 % 50.0 %
TiO2 0.01 % 10.0 %
TiO2 0.01 % 40.0 %
P2O5 0.001 % 40.0 %
P2O5 0.01 % 40.0 %
Cr2O3 0.004 % 10.0 %
Cr2O3 0.01 % 10.0 %
BaO 0.01 % 10.0 %
Ba 0.01 % 58.8 %
ZnO 0.002 % 1.0 %
LOI 0.1 % 100.0 %
ZrO2 0.01 % 1.5 %
SO3 0.002 % 10.0 %
V2O5 0.002 % 10.0 %
Sr 0.002 % 1.5 %
SO3 0.01 % 3.5 %
XF702 Standard Package including TC003 (C & S) $39.20
LOI 0.1 % 100.0 %

n Iron Ores Analysis n Phosphate Rock
Lithogeochemistry
Fused discs for XRF analysis provide robust and precise data DETECTION UPPER
CODE ELEMENT CAD
for all iron ore matrices. Moisture and loss on ignition (LOI) are LIMIT LIMIT
determined separately at 105oC and 1000oC. Dried ores are Phosphate Rock Package, 11 elements
XF740 $39.50
(includes LOI)
mixed with lithium tetraborate/metaborate flux followed by
SiO2 0.01 % 100.0 %
fusion and casting into glass discs. Fused discs are entirely
Al2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
homogeneous and eliminate matrix and grain size variability
thus presenting an ideal sample to an extremely stable Fe2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
analytical platform. The data produced is of the highest assay CaO 0.01 % 80.0 %
quality and is verified with a full spectrum of iron ore specific MgO 0.01 % 80.0 %
certified reference material. Na2O 0.01 % 15.0 %
K2O 0.01 % 15.0 %
DETECTION UPPER MnO 0.01 % 50.0 %
TiO2 0.01 % 40.0 %
XF732 Iron Ore Standard suite, 11 elements $35.00
P2O5 0.01 % 40.0 %
SiO2 0.01 % 100.0 %
LOI 0.1 % 100.0 %
Al2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
Fe 0.01 % 75.0 %
CaO 0.01 % 50.0 %
MgO 0.01 % 50.0 % n XRF for Base Metal Bearing Samples
K2O 0.01 % 15.0 %
In addition to commonly reported major elements as oxides,
MnO 0.01 % 50.0 %
this XRF method also reports Cu, Pb, and Zn concentrations.
TiO2 0.01 % 20.0 %
The benefit of base metal determination by Li-borate fusion/
P 0.001 % 10.0 % XRF is the dynamic concentration ranges achievable, plus the
Cr 0.001 % 10.0 % absence of potential recovery issues that may exist with acid
LOI 0.1 % 100.0 % digestions where sulfide contents are high.
XF732-EXT Iron Ore Extended suite, 23 elements $39.50
DETECTION UPPER
V 0.002 % 5.0 % CODE ELEMENT CAD
LIMIT LIMIT
Ba 0.005 % 10.0 %
Base Metals bearing Package, 16 elements
LF725 $36.45
Ni 0.001 % 8.0 % (includes LOI)
Co 0.001 % 5.0 % SiO2 0.01 % 100.0 %
Cu 0.002 % 5.0 % Al2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
Pb 0.005 % 8.0 % Fe2O3 0.01 % 100.0 %
Zn 0.001 % 1.5 % CaO 0.01 % 100.0 %
As 0.002 % 1.5 % MgO 0.01 % 100.0 %
Sr 0.001 % 3.0 % Na2O 0.01 % 15.0 %
Zr 0.001 % 1.0 % K2O 0.01 % 15.0 %
S 0.001 % 5.0 % MnO 0.01 % 50.0 %
Na2O 0.01 % 8.0 % TiO2 0.01 % 50.0 %
Requires at least 12 g per sample weight. P2O5 0.01 % 40.0 %

Cr2O3 0.01 % 10.0 %
Ba 0.01 % 58.8 %
Cu* 0.01 % 8.0 %
Pb* 0.01 % 25.0 %
Zn* 0.01 % 24.0 %
LOI 0.1 % 100.0 %
*Over limit analysis up to 40% Cu; 75% Pb; 60% Zn.

Nickel Laterite Analysis
Exploration and evaluation of nickel laterite requires total determination
and mass balance accounting of the major rock-forming elements and the
commodity elements Ni, Cu and Co. BVM delivers these requirements, by
combining a cost effective ICP-ES whole-rock determination and a total
digestion multi-element assay, or analysis by XRF.
n Laterite Standard suite by XRF n Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-ES

This package uses a predetermined amount of sample dried at This package contains four separate analytical tests, 11 major
105oC to remove moisture to ensure that the hygroscopic nature oxides, 10 minor and trace elements, loss on ignition and SUM.
of the material does not add error to the analysis. A test portion of SUM is the total of these constituents that gives a mass balance
that dried material is then fused in a platinum gold crucible with close to 100% when all the major constituents are accurately
a lithium tetraborate flux and cast into a disc. Fused discs are determined and accounted for. The redundancy of two separate
analyzed by XRF. Another test portion of dried sample is roasted Ni determinations (LF320 and MA370) provides an additional
at 1000oC to determine the loss on ignition. check on accuracy.
DETECTION UPPER DETECTION

CODE ELEMENT LIMIT LIMIT CAD CODE ELEMENT LIMIT CAD
XF720 Laterite Standard suite by XRF, 15 elements $39.50 Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-ES, 23 elements
LF320 $37.80
SiO2 0.01 % 100.0 % (including MA370-Ni*)
Al2O3 0.01 % 100.0 % SiO2 0.01 %

Fe2O3 0.01 % 100.0 % Al2O3 0.01 %
CaO 0.01 % 50.0 % Fe2O3 0.04 %
MgO 0.01 % 50.0 % CaO 0.01 %
K2O 0.005 % 15.0 % MgO 0.01 %
MnO 0.002 % 50.0 % Na2O 0.01 %
TiO2 0.01 % 10.0 % K2O 0.01 %
P2O5 0.001 % 15.0 % MnO 0.01 %
Cr2O3 0.005 % 6.8 % TiO2 0.01 %
Ni 0.002 % 7.5 % P2O5 0.01 %
Co 0.001 % 3.5 % Cr2O3 0.002 %
Cu 0.002 % 8.0 % LOI 0.01 %
Zn 0.001 % 1.5 % Sum 0.01 %
LOI 0.10 % 100.0 % Ba 5 ppm
XF722 Laterite Package including TC003 (C & S) $45.00 Co 0.001 %

Cu 0.001 %
Nb 5 ppm
Ni 20 ppm
Ni* 0.001 %
Sc 1 ppm
Sr 2 ppm
Y 3 ppm
Zr 5 ppm
LF322 Laterite Package including LF300 + TC003 (C & S) $43.05
*Analysis by MA370

Lithogeochemistry
Laser Ablation Packages
This package utilises high productivity robotic fusion technology with state
of the art laser ablation and ICP-MS instruments to provide a fully extracted
quantitative analysis for all elements. This method can be coupled with
wavelength dispersive XRF to provide a complete quantitative total whole
rock analysis. Where elements are available by both XRF and LA-ICP-
MS, a matrix dependent determination will make for the most appropriate
reporting instrument. Detection limits are comparable to traditional multi
acid digestion methods. The technique offers safety and environmental
advantages as there are no acids used in digestion, and it is fast and
repeatable.
n Fused Bead Laser Ablation ICP-MS

CODE ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT CAD CODE ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT CAD
LA001 Basic package, 34 elements $37.55 Extended package including LA001,
LA001-EXT $48.80
48 elements
Ag 0.01 ppm
Rb 0.05 ppm
As* 0.2 ppm
Re 0.01 ppm
Ba 0.5 ppm
Se* 5 ppm
Be 0.2 ppm
TI 0.2 ppm
Bi 0.2 ppm
Dy 0.01 ppm
Cd* 0.1 ppm
Er 0.01 ppm
Ce 0.002 ppm
Eu 0.01 ppm
Co 0.1 ppm
Gd 0.01 ppm
Cr 1 ppm
Ho 0.01 ppm
Cs 0.01 ppm
Cu 2 ppm Lu 0.01 ppm
Ga 0.1 ppm Nd 0.01 ppm
Hf 0.01 ppm Pr 0.01 ppm
In 0.05 ppm Sm 0.01 ppm
La 0.01 ppm Tm 0.01 ppm
Mn 1 ppm Yb 0.01 ppm
Mo 0.2 ppm *Partially volatilized.

Nb 0.01 ppm
Ni 2 ppm CODE ELEMENT DETECTION LIMIT CAD
Pb 1 ppm
+ XRF Major Oxides Package, Add-on $20.50
Sb 0.1 ppm
AI2O3 100 ppm
Sc 0.1 ppm
CaO 100 ppm
Sn 0.2 ppm
CI 10 ppm
Sr 0.1 ppm
Fe2O3 100 ppm
Ta 0.01 ppm
K2O 100 ppm
Te 0.2 ppm
MgO 100 ppm
Th 0.01 ppm
MnO 10 ppm
Ti 1 ppm
Na2O** 100 ppm
U 0.01 ppm
P2O5 10 ppm
V 0.1 ppm
SO3 10 ppm
W 0.05 ppm
SiO2 100 ppm
Y 0.02 ppm
TiO2 10 ppm
Zn 5 ppm
LOI 0.01 %
Zr 0.5 ppm
Sum 0.01 %
*Partially volatilized.
** May not be available for some sample types.
Method is carried out in BVM’s Perth, Australia facility.
Shipping and Australian Customs charges may apply.
Ask us about documentation and costs.
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Metallurgy & Mineralogy
Our Metallurgical Division offers the Mining Industry a full range of services from the early exploration phase through
scoping, pre-feasibility and feasibility studies for process development and flowsheet design including larger-
scale continuous pilot plant operation. Our experience includes evaluation of precious metals, base metals and
industrial minerals, environmental concerns and production aspects, using both conventional and newly developed
technologies.
Mineralogical studies are critical to successful geological exploration and the processing of ores. We offer a full
range of packages including: bulk mineralogical analysis (BMA), particle mineralogical analysis (PMA), trace mineral
search (TMS), FieldScan (FS) using QEMSCAN, MLA Express and optical mineralogy for both thin and polished
sections.

Mineral Processing
Metallurgy and Mineralogy

COMMINUTION
n Crushing
n Grinding
n Starkey SAG Design Test
n Abrasion Index
n Bond Rod & Ball Mill Work Index
n Size Classification & Screening
n Malvern Laser size analysis
FLOTATION
n Batch flotation
n Locked-cycle flotation
n Special gas media flotation
n Column flotation
n Reverse & flash flotation
Our Mineral Processing Laboratories n Agglomeration flotation
are fully equipped to perform all

metallurgical investigations from
bench scale to demonstration tests
MAGNETIC SEPARATION
with the focus on developing a practical
(wet & dry, variable intensity)
n Davis Tube
and economical flow sheet for plant
n Drum separator
operation whether it is by adapting
n Belt separator
known technologies to new situations n High gradient separator
or by developing a new process.
GRAVITY CONCENTRATION
n Shaking tables
n Hand panning
n Mozley mineral separator
n Elutriation
n Spirals
n Heavy media cones
n Centrifugal heavy media separation
n Centrifugal concentrators (Falcon and Knelson)
SOLID-LIQUID SEPARATION
n Standard thickening procedures
n Differential settling
n Vacuum & pressure filtration

Hydrometallurgy
Continuous Grinding-
Gravity-Flotation Pilot Plant
A complete ore treatment pilot plant, consisting

of crushing – continuous grinding - gravity
concentration – rougher/cleaner flotation - tailing
thickening, can be assembled for any circuit
combination, with throughput ranging from 1 to 5
tonnes per day, depending on ore hardness.
Our laboratory facilities are fully equipped to conduct a wide

range of hydrometallurgical and bio-hydrometallurgical
studies to recover valuable constituents from concentrates
or raw minerals, using methods based on mass chemistry,
where one or more of the mineral structures are changed,
in an aqueous environment. Projects have ranged from the
recovery of valuable metals from steel furnace dust, gold and
silver extraction from refractory minerals, to heap leaching and
solvent extraction of copper. These include the full scale up
Bankable Feasibilities from individual batch tests through continuous bench tests to
commercial sized pilot plant reactors.
Bureau Veritas Minerals is well recognized in
the mining industry for value-added input and Testing capabilities includes:
quality work. The Metallurgical Division is fully n Cyanidation studies (Merrill Crowe, CIP and CIL
qualified to complete “bankability” testing and procedures)
mill design. Over the past 23 years, our group n Pressure leaching
has provided this level of service to many of the n Bottle roll and tank leaching
major mining engineering firms working within n Counter current closed circuit tank leaching
the mining industry. Our independence, reliability n Column leaching up to one meter diameter (8 tonnes)
and accountability are firmly established. n Diagnostic / sequential leaching
n Solvent extraction
n Ion exchange
n Electrowinning
n Differential precipitation
n Bio-oxidation of refractory gold ores and concentrates
n Biological leaching of base metal ores and concentrates
n Biological heap leach simulation
n Cyanide and ammonia detoxification
n Galvanox copper recovery process, four-reactor pilot plant
with elutriator and thickener

Mineralogy and Petrography
Metallurgy and Mineralogy

Mineralogical studies BULK MINERAL ANALYSIS (BMA)
are critical to successful This investigation is a one-dimensional linear analysis of point
geological exploration counting that provides a fast, basic study of mineral deportment.
n Complete mineral composition and deportment
and the processing of n Elemental deportment
ores. n Mineral association, liberation & grain size
PARTICLE MINERAL ANALYSIS (PMA)

A two-dimensional mapping analysis that provides in-depth data
for investigative purposes such as flotation or leaching process.
n Complete mineral composition
n Elemental deportment
n Mineral liberation and associations by size
n Effect of primary grind on mineral liberation
n Limiting grade recovery curves for the elements of interest
TRACE MINERAL SEARCH (TMS)

TMS is a refinement of the PMA scan but only measures a
sub-population of the particles based on a backscattered
electron intensity threshold value.
n Target mineral (gold/silver/PGM/Bi/W/Mo) grain size
n Target elemental distribution across bearing minerals
n Mineral grain size and size distribution
n Mineral liberation and association
n Mineral locking characteristics
n Mineral liberation by free surface
DIAGNOSIS OF METALLURGICAL
PERFORMANCES
Using the combined methods of QEMSCAN/MLA analysis, to
determine the sources that caused contaminations in the final
concentrates and the losses of target metals into the tailings in
plant operations or metallurgical tests.
n Efficiency of primary grind and regrinding on the target
mineral liberations
n The quality of final concentrates
n Status of the target minerals lost into the tailings
n Target mineral recovery by process streams, by mineral
association class and by particle size
n Evaluation of potential improvement in the concentrate
quality and metal recovery of plant operations or
metallurgical test work
Group Services
Bureau Veritas Group Services offers you a vast array of choices for On-Site laboratory services. These are extremely
customizable solutions for your needs depending on geography, size of program, environment, remoteness and power
availability. We provide comprehensive environmental laboratory services including soil and waste analysis, toxicity
evaluation, ultra trace contaminant analysis (HRMS), water quality testing and other specialized testing services. Through
ongoing collaboration with universities and researchers from around the world, we strive to stay at the cutting edge of
the analytical sciences to provide the highest quality analyses targeted at the most up to date exploration methods.
We are proud to be the exclusive sponsor of the Bureau Veritas Industrial Research Chair in Exploration Geochemistry
at the University of British Columbia.

Group Services
Isotope Analysis
Age determination is an effective tool in brown and greenfields exploration.
Information such as ore formation timing, the timing of metamorphic or thermal
events, and the depositional ages and origins of sedimentary rocks provides
a “4th dimension” that can provide invaluable information to the geologist or
explorationist.
n Geochronology*
CODE METHOD DESCRIPTION CAD
HR901 HR-ICP-MS (Pb/Pb) High Resolution ICP-MS (HR-ICP-MS) analysis of rock, organic, or water samples for
Pb/Pb isotopes, plus high precision multi-element analysis. Price includes prep and
digestion of solid material. Analysis of mineral separates will incur additional charges. $320.00
Please contact us for a quote.
HR902 HR-ICP-MS (U/Pb) This method is designed for determination of U/Pb isotopes in U-bearing minerals
using laser ablation HR-ICP-MS. Typically, minerals such as zircon, baddeleyite, and Call for
monazite are analyzed. Analysis of mineral separation and grain mount will incur quote
additional charges.
MC901 MC-ICP-MS (Pb/Pb or Sr/Sr) This method determines Pb and/or Sr isotopes using a Neptune Multi Collector ICP-MS
on rock, organic, or water samples. Pricing is per element and includes sample prep. $275.00
n Stable Isotopes*
Stable isotopes can be integrated into green and brownfield exploration programs to provide an additional level of confidence where
geochemical anomalies may be inconclusive. They are especially useful to detect halos around some hydrothermal deposits, where
mineralogical and geochemical vectors are too subtle to be detected.
CODE METHOD DESCRIPTION CAD

SI901 d2H & d18O in waters $125.00
SI902 d13C & d18O in calcite/dolomite $60.00
Hydrogen, oxygen, carbon, suflur, and nitrogen
SI903 d C & d O in siderite/magnesite
13 18
isotopes in several types of media can be analysed. $80.00
SI904 d18O in silicates The instrumentation varies depending $170.00
on media and the isotopic analysis requested.
SI905 d13C analysis of DIC $70.00
Please contact us for more information
SI906 d13C & d15N $80.00 or $40.00 each
on methodology
SI907 d34S in sulfates $80.00 (contact for BaSO4)
SI908 d34S in sulfides (mineral separates) $80.00
This method determines isotopes using a Neptune Multi

$275.00
Collector-ICP-MS on rock, organic, or water samples. The
MC902 MC-ICP-MS (other isotopes) Add $150.00 for low level samples
isotopes of Li, B, Mg, Ca, Cu, Zn, Sr, Nd, Mo, TI, Pb, and U
requiring column extractions
are possible. Pricing is per isotope and include sample prep.
* Analylical work is subcontracted. Turnaround times may vary and shipping charges may apply.

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particular requirements providing you with the most cost effective and
suitable solution. Our goal is to provide you with a high quality custom
lab supported by our global network of professionals. Our expert staff
have proven capabilities in managing the entire process from the design
and construction phase to the operation of the facility to meet and often
exceed client expectations and industry standards.
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AVAILABLE
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Greenfield or Brownfield
n Resource definition programs

n On-Site pilot plant process BVM On-Site Laboratory solutions can vary in size and scope ranging
analysis from a remote mobile prep facility for your exploration program to a full
n Core logging and photography analytical service automated solution. All our labs meet the requirements
of ISO9001 Quality Management Systems and use validated methods
n Spectral services
and processes which comply with global OH&S standards. As we are
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On-Site Laboratories
n Sample prep or mobile sample prep facilities
n Full service analytical
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Group Services
a Bureau Veritas Group Company,
is the Canadian market leader in environmental analytical
services. Maxxam has been providing analytical solutions
to the Canadian mining industry for over a decade, and
recently renewed its commitment to this sector with the
launch of the national “Maxxam is Mining” program in
2016.
Maxxam has the largest scope of environmental analytical

testing that supports Canadian mining programs,
including environmental chemistry, ultra-trace metals,
tissue analysis, ecotoxiciology, geochemistry, acid rock
drainage, radiochemistry, ambient air quality, compressed
gas, and industrial hygiene.
ACID ROCK DRAINAGE & METAL LEACHING ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMISTRY

Maxxam has been involved in the development of acid BVM is well-versed in the latest local and regional regulations.
production potential testing as well as sulphur speciation We provide support for baseline and routine water quality
to support ARD prediction testing, used to determine monitoring work including:
appropriate disposal options for waste rock and tailing to n Permit stations
minimize environmental impact. ARD services include: n Wastewater treatment plant (effluent/influent)
n Geochemical characterization n Tailings pond characterization
n Static & kinetic testing n Monitoring wells
n Customized ARD & metal leaching studies
INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE
TRACE METALS BVM offers analysis adhering to more than 90% of
BVM employs the latest technology in order to provide high methods published by the Occupational Safety and Health
quality trace metal analysis for the mining industry. Metal Administration (OSHA) and by NIOSH. Tests often requested
leaching and mine drainage can have an adverse effect on by the mining industry that Maxxam offers include:
the surrounding environment as well as human health. To n Particulates (total, respirable, diesel)
meet this challenge, we ultralow trace metals packages for n Mercury and metals
water, tissue and soil samples, are designed specifically to n Sulphur compounds
provide the lowest possible detection limits, and to meet or
exceed regulatory criteria. RADIOCHEMISTRY
Mining activities such as phosphate fertilizer production,
ECOTOXICOLOGY and oil and gas extraction can concentrate naturally
BVM is able to evaluate and monitor chemicals, occurring radioactive material (NORM). Maxxam provides
contaminants, industrial effluents and environmental analytical solutions to ensure compliance with the Federal
effects using: Fisheries Act, provincial regulations and Guidelines for the
n Metals Mining Effluent Regulations (MMER) Management of NORM (Health Canada):
Acute and sub-lethal toxicity testing n Comprehensive MMER compliance including analysis
n Site-specific water quality criteria of Radium 226
n Water effects ratio (WER) testing n Testing of NORM in geological, metallurgical and
n Toxicity identification and reduction evaluations environmental samples
(TIEs & TREs) n Waste characterization
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Conversions
n Oxides Conversion Factors n Mesh to Micron Conversion Chart
CONVERSION
ELEMENT OXIDE
FACTOR OPENING US STANDARD TYLER
Al 1.889 Al2O3 2.00mm 10 9
1.669 BaSO4 1.70mm 12 10

Ba 1.40mm 14 12
1.116 BaO
1.18mm 16 14
Be 2.775 BeO
1.00mm 18 16
C 3.666 CO2
850μm 20 20
1.399 CaO 710μm 25 24
Ca
2.497 CaCO3 600μm 30 28
Cr 1.461 Cr2O3 500μm 35 32

425μm 40 35
F 2.055 CaF2
355μm 45 42
1.286 FeO
Fe 300μm 50 48
1.430 Fe2O3 250μm 60 60
K 1.205 K2O 212μm 70 65
1.658 MgO 180μm 80 80
Mg
150μm 100 100
3.468 MgCO3
125μm 120 115
Mn 1.291 MnO
106μm 140 150
Na 1.348 Na2O
90μm 170 170
Nb 1.431 Nb2O5 75μm 200 200
Ni 1.273 NiO 63μm 230 250
P 2.291 P2O5 53μm 270 270

45μm 325 325
Pb 1.077 PbO
38μm 400 400
Rb 1.094 Rb2O
2.497 SO3
S
2.996 SO4 n Conversion for weights
Si 2.139 SiO2
TROY OZ. AVOIRDUPOIS OZ. GRAMS
Sn 1.270 SnO2
1 Troy oz. 1 1.0971 31.104
Sr 1.185 SrO
1 Avoirdupois oz. 0.91146 1 28.35
Ta 1.221 Ta2O5
1 Gram 0.03215 0.03527 1
Th 1.138 ThO2 1 Metric Tonne (MT) = 1000 kilograms = 2204.6 pounds
Ti 1.668 TiO2 1 Short Ton (ST) = 907.2 kilograms = 2000 pounds
1 Long Ton (LT) = 1016 kilograms = 2240 pounds
U 1.179 U3O8
V 1.785 V2O5
W 1.261 WO3
n Assay valuations
Y 1.270 Y2O3 VALUE PARTS PER MILLION (ppm) METRIC TONNE SHORT TON LONG TON
Zn 1.244 ZnO 1 Gram / MT 1 0.03215 0.02917 0.03266
Zr 1.351 ZrO2 1 Troy oz / MT 31.104 1 0.9072 1.106
1 Troy oz / ST 34.286 1.1023 1 1.120
1 Troy oz / LT 30.612 0.9842 0.8929 1

Periodic Table of Elements
Common Analytical Methods
Lead Collection Fire Assay
ICP Atomic Emission Spectroscopy
Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
ICP Mass Spectroscopy
Fusion / Wet Assay Procedures
Leco Analysis
Lithium Borate Fusion / X-Ray Fluorescence

4 Atomic number
Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis
Be
Most common
analytical Element symbol
1 2
methods
H 9.01 Atomic weight
He
1.01 4.00
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Li Be B C N O F Ne
6.94 9.01 10.81 12.01 14.01 16.00 19.00 20.18
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Na Mg Al Si P S Cl Ar
22.99 24.31 26.98 28.09 30.97 32.07 35.45 39.95
19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36
K Ca Sc Ti V Cr Mn Fe Co Ni Cu Zn Ga Ge As Se Br Kr
39.09 40.08 44.96 47.90 50.94 52.00 54.94 55.85 58.93 58.69 63.55 65.41 69.72 72.64 74.92 78.96 79.90 83.80
37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54
Rb Sr Y Zr Nb Mo Tc Ru Rh Pd Ag Cd In Sn Sb Te I Xe
85.47 87.62 88.91 91.22 92.91 95.94 98.91 101.07 102.91 106.42 107.87 112.41 114.82 118.71 121.76 127.60 126.90 131.29
55 56 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86
Cs Ba Hf Ta W Re Os Ir Pt Au Hg Tl Pb Bi Po At Rn
132.91 137.33 178.49 180.95 183.95 186.21 190.23 192.22 195.08 196.97 200.59 204.38 207.20 208.98 209 210 222
87 88
Fr Ra
223 226.03
57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71
La Ce Pr Nd Pm Sm Eu Gd Tb Dy Ho Er Tm Yb Lu
138.91 140.12 140.91 144.24 145.91 150.36 151.96 157.25 158.93 162.50 164.50 167.93 168.93 173.04 174.97
89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103
Ac Th Pa U Np Pu Am Cm Bk Cf Es Fm Md No Lr
227 232.04 231.04 238.03 237.05 244 243 247 247 251 252 257 258 259 260

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PROFICIENCY TESTING PROGRAMS

IN DATA REVIEW AND EVALUATION

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SAMPLE TRACKING SYSTEM

n Sample submission forms,

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HYLOGGER (VNIR AND SWIR)

The Hylogger system (Australia) can be used

Application of VNIR and SWIR Analysis:

TERRASPEC HALO MINERAL SPECTRAL INTERPRETATION SERVICE

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MineDSi is a core logging software interface

n Manual core measurements are

n Instantly create a geological EFFICIENCY AND TIME SAVINGS

n Sample Preparation, Storage & Disposal 9

n Precious Metals & Leaches 12

Fire Assay Au, Pt, Pd – ICP FA330 13

n Ore & High Grade Analysis 16

Aqua regia Ore Grade AA AR402 17

Aqua regia – ICP AQ300 22

Lithium Borate Fusion – Refractory and REEs LF100 31

n Metallurgy and Mineralogy 36

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n Rock and Core Preparation

PRP70-1 Kg Crush 1 kg to ≥70% passing 2mm - Pulverization 1 kg ≥85% 75µm $9.30

PRP90-1 Kg Crush 1 kg to ≥90% passing 2mm - Pulverization 1 Kg ≥85% 75µm $11.30

Crush to ≥70% passing 2mm per kg, includes first 1 kg $3.50

Dry and pulverize to ≥85% passing 75 µm $3.70

DY105 Dry pulp at 105°C, per sample $0.60

HOMOG Homogenizing of pulps by light pulverizing $2.50

SPTRF Split by riffle splitter up to 5 kg of –2 mm sample , per sample $2.20

WGHT Weigh sample $0.65

CRUBW Extra wash with barren material – crushing $2.50

PULSW Extra wash – silica – pulverizing $3.00

SPTRS Rotary split up to 5 kg $4.45

SPG02 Specific Gravity on core by water displacement $13.25

SPG04 Specific Gravity on pulps or rock chips by gas pycnometer $11.80

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Dry at 60°C, sieve 100 g to -63 µm (230 mesh), up to 1 Kg sample $4.05

DYXS Drying surcharge for excessively wet samples $1.80

SSXXX Sieving at other mesh sizes, per 500 g $1.60

PULSL Pulverize soils in mild steel pulverizer, per 100 g $3.15

SVRJT Saving all or part of soil reject $0.60

PULHP Hand pulverize by mortar and pestle $8.40

QCCHK Additional QC Checks $3.15

HANDX Handling of special projects, per hour $64.00

SPTPL Split pulp for client extra charge $0.60

PULSW Extra wash with silica-pulverizing $3.00

DYAIR Air Dry samples (<40°C) per 2 kg $2.40

SPRTN Cost of Shipping Returns at cost

DRRJT Dispose or return handling of reject $0.35

DRPLP Dispose or return handling of pulps $0.10

WHRJT Monthly storage of reject after 60 days, per sample $0.60

WHSRT Monthly storage of soil rejects per sample $0.35

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Precious Metals & Leaches

AQ130 30 g Aqua regia ICP-MS $14.45

Au 0.5 ppb 10 ppm Ignited 15 g Aqua regia ICP-MS