Latest news pertaining to Skyray XRF Blog. http://www.skyrayxrf.com/cms/program/content/rss.php?feed=1 Sun, 05 09 2010 06:44:16 AM Sun, 05 09 2010 06:44:16 AM Thanks for visiting the Skyray XRF website and our XRF-Blog section! Skyray XRF will be utilizing this blog to post enteries on a variety of topics that we hope you will find interesting. The goal is not only to inform you, the reader, but to also get ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/first-xrf-blog-post.php Fri, 05 09 2008 05:28:18 AM Skyray XRF was pleased to be part of the successful MJSA Expo in New York City. The MJSA exposition ran from Sunday, April 13th through Tuesday, the 15th. At the show, Skyray XRF representatives had the opportunity to demonstrate two x-ray units that ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/mjsa-expo-blog.php Fri, 05 09 2008 05:31:45 AM Hazardous Substance Regulations in the USA: State or Federal? There are many regulations on toxic metals (lead, cadmium, etc) that affect a wide range of industries (as discussed on the hazardous substance overview page). When discussing these initiatives, ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/California-RoHS.php Fri, 05 09 2008 05:34:51 AM Benefits of RoHS to Affected Companies... I was recently reading an article on purchasing.com about how RoHS regulations may have benefited the environment since taking effect. It was an interesting article that referenced a survey that I found worth ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/ROHS-survey.php Fri, 05 09 2008 05:36:02 AM Improving XRF Accuracy : utilizing calibration standards Throughout the Skyray XRF website we note that our x-ray fluorescence instruments are accurate for coating thickness, precious metals analysis, lead detection, etc. We realize that accurate results ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/calibration-standards-blog.php Fri, 05 09 2008 05:38:45 AM ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/xrf-blog.php Fri, 26 09 2008 01:50:19 PM New ASTM International Testing Method ASTM International Committee F40 on Declarable Substances in Materials has approved its first test method, F2617, Test Method for Identification and Quantification of Chromium, Bromine, Cadmium, Mercury and Lead in ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/ASTM-Method-F2617.php Mon, 13 10 2008 08:13:21 AM X-RayFluorescence Detection Systems Overview In the XRF Technology section, we provide a brief overview of energy dispersive x-ray fluorescence technology and its process. We also offer a brief overview of the major components involved in this non-destructive ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/xrf-detectors.php Fri, 17 10 2008 02:03:54 PM In an earlier Blog-Entry (9/4), we discussed the importance of utilizing accurate reference standards to obtain the optimum performance from any XRF analyzer. Below are ‘Golden Rules’ developed for organizations using XRF analyzers for gold ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/xrf-goldenrules-blog.php Fri, 31 10 2008 02:02:35 PM New Hazardous Substance Study Tests Toys From Store Shelves A recent research study by the Ecology Center in Michigan tested 1,500 random toys and found that one out of every three contained “medium” or “high” levels of hazardous ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/toys-test.php Sat, 06 12 2008 08:04:13 AM Febuary 10th Regulation Deadline Coming Soon Skyray XRF has been receiving many calls regarding the upcoming (2/10/09) regulations on hazardous substance content in childrens products. The regulation will require proof of 'acceptable' levels of lead (600 ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/cpsc-update1.php Thu, 22 01 2009 09:32:25 AM An Update on Hazardous Substance Regulations Affecting the Jewelry Industry While exhibiting at the MJSA Tradeshow a few weeks back, Skyray XRF received an update on hazardous substance regulations on children’s jewelry products. Below is a brief ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/lead-content-update.php Thu, 22 01 2009 09:42:00 AM The CPSIA is Delayed but Still Requires Lead Testing Action As the February 10th deadline for the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) approached, Skyray XRF (USA) received many panicked calls from retailers, importers and manufacturers looking ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/CPSIA-Enforcement.php Mon, 23 02 2009 12:23:40 PM Return on Investment: Avoid Fools Gold with the EDX-600 An interesting thing happened during a recent installation of an EDX-600 Gold Tester at a customer in Michigan. The Skyray XRF user is a buyer of scrap jewelry and was receiving training on how to ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/gold-tester-roi.php Mon, 06 04 2009 03:08:58 PM First Skyray XRF Hits the Small Screen: Video Demonstration of the Handheld XRF Analyzer Grab your popcorn and enjoy the XRF Video Demonstration video...feel free to post any comments on what you would like other XRF related videos to focus on and contact ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/first-xrf-video.php Wed, 10 06 2009 11:39:02 AM New Lead Screening Businesses Utilize Handheld XRF With unemployment rising and CPSIA requirements heating up, Skyray XRF has noticed a number of people calling to consider starting lead screening businesses. The plan is to utilize a Handheld XRF Analyzer ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/cpsia-testing-business.php Wed, 17 06 2009 05:39:55 AM You may have read that the 2010 budget for CPSC has been released and with it were highlights on what will be focused on for the upcoming year. The most critical one may be their review of x-ray fluorescence (XRF) as an effective instrument to measure ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/CPSC-XRF-Review.php Tue, 30 06 2009 05:24:31 AM The Toxics in Packaging Clearinghouse (TPCH) recently released an update on the hazardous metals found in packaging. The organization used x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers in testing various packaging and is drawing excellent awareness to this industries ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/toxics-packaging-update.php Sat, 25 07 2009 09:21:57 AM The newest addition to the Skyray XRF analyzer line-up is the EDX-6000B. This unit is unique to our line for two reasons - first, it utilizes a UHRD Detection System; which allows it to offer the best resolution and therefore performance of any XRF Analyzer. ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/sample-changer-blog.php Wed, 12 08 2009 05:39:28 AM In the following video from our friends at CL Assay Services, they use an EDX-600 from Skyray Instruments to show their customers how they determine gold content. Many gold buyers prefer to use XRF Technology over other testing methods for a variety of ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/XRF-Gold-Buyer.php Mon, 16 11 2009 01:01:21 PM The CPSC recently announced a 'stay of enforcement' on Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act regulations (CPSIA). While this annoucement extends the period for certain testing requirements and certification of childrens products until February 2011 ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/cpsia-stay-enforcement.php Tue, 05 01 2010 07:24:03 AM X-ray Fluorescence has showed up as a solution in testing for a variety of needs...from coating thickness to drywall testing to geological testing and more. This article that an associate found on-line is another use for XRF technology. We all hear about ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/xrf-blog-car-testing.php Tue, 26 01 2010 07:10:22 AM Skyray XRF Instruments receives many calls and emails each day from organizations interested in XRF. The contacts have a need but don't always know which system, or systems, are the best for them to consider. Our XRF Sales Team is always happy to discuss ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/new-xrf-resource.php Wed, 27 01 2010 08:12:16 AM For almost two years, the sales and service team of Skyray XRF have been working to spread the word about our x-ray fluorescence analyzers and approach to customer service. We have added many satisfied customers over that time and we will be collecting ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/Service-EDX600-Testimonial.php Fri, 19 02 2010 09:57:10 AM An XRF-Blog entry from last week had a testimonial on the EDX-600's performance and Skyray XRF's dedication to service/support (here to review) BACKGROUND: This week we received another positive review of a Skyray Instrument; the Handheld XRF. The customer ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/Handheld-XRF-Performance.php Thu, 25 02 2010 12:09:56 PM Energy Dispersive XRF vs. Wavelength Dispersive XRF If you have reviewed the instruments section of the Skyray XRF website you have noticed that we primarily offer Energy Dispersive XRF Instruments (EDXRF). Found in the additional technologies section; ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/edxrf-wdxrf.php Mon, 08 03 2010 08:44:18 AM Skyray Instrument is a leading manufacturer of x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers. While we continue to develop new technologies (WD-XRF, etc) and new ED-XRF systems we also provide updates to the current stable of XRF Analyzers we provide. Recent changes ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/skyray-instrument-update.php Wed, 14 04 2010 06:28:13 AM One of the most powerful X-ray Fluorescence Analyzers in the Skyray XRF Instrument line-up is the EDX-3600B. This system is a top performer for a variety of application needs; including alloy verification, cement analysis and more, because of its high ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/XRF-Analytic-Technique.php Wed, 28 04 2010 06:30:47 AM With the EPA regulation on lead in paint taking effect; Skyray XRF Sales Associates have received a number of calls from people that are reviewing their lead testing options. Skyray XRF offers our Handheld XRF Analyzer, the Pocket-III. Many of the people ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/xrf-isotope-lead.php Fri, 21 05 2010 10:49:05 AM The Manufacturing Jewelers & Suppliers of America (MJSA) recently sent out a newsletter that included an article highlighting four precious metals and their short term outlook; Platinum (Pt), Palladium (Pd), Gold (Au) and Silver (Ag). This Skyray ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/precious-metals-outlook.php Fri, 23 07 2010 01:14:25 PM Since its introduction, the Pocket-III handheld analyzer from Skyray XRF has provided an economical solution for a wide range of testing needs. The system can be offered at one of the lower price points for the technology because Skyray XRF has developed ... http://www.skyrayxrf.com/handheld-xrf-software.php Mon, 09 08 2010 10:06:43 AM