At Hochschule Niederrhein, the Department of Instrumental and Chemical Analytics has elevated its research and teaching capabilities through the integration of two advanced ED-XRF spectrometers: the SPECTRO XEPOS and the handheld SPECTRO xSORT. These instruments, representing advanced XRF technology, support a wide range of applications, including archaeometry, environmental forensics, and historical material analysis.
With the SPECTRO XEPOS, the lab achieves high-precision elemental analysis of solid samples with minimal preparation, enabling representative data collection from large sample masses. The SPECTRO xSORT complements this by offering immediate, in-situ analysis for mobile fieldwork, making it ideal for pigment classification and environmental monitoring.
Both systems are embedded into academic coursework and student-led research, providing hands-on experience with industry-standard technologies. Their operational reliability and intuitive software interfaces have proven essential in fostering technical competence among students and supporting complex research projects, such as sediment analysis from archaeological excavations and environmental assessments of historical structures.
Key Benefits:
- Reliable ED-XRF performance suitable for various sample types and research settings.
- Integrates seamlessly into educational and field-based workflows.
- Enables non-destructive analysis with minimal or no sample preparation required.
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