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 Vanta handheld XRF analyzer
  • Accuracy and Confidence: Vanta analyzers are known for their accuracy and reliability in providing elemental measurements.

  • Precious Metals Analysis: They can analyze precious metals such as gold, platinum, silver, and rhodium.

  • On-Site Measurements: These analyzers offer immediate, on-site measurements, eliminating the need for laboratory testing.

  • Concentration and Karat: They provide the concentration of precious metals as well as the karat of gold.

  • Gold Coating Detection: The grade messaging feature alerts operators when samples are gold-coated.

Overall, Vanta handheld XRF analyzers are valuable tools for non-destructive testing and analysis of precious metals in various applications.

Jewelry Analysis:

  • Purity and Karat: Determining the percentage of precious metal (e.g., gold, silver, platinum) in the jewelry.

  • Gemstone Identification: Identifying and assessing the value of gemstones used in the jewelry.

  • Hallmarks and Markings: Examining any markings or hallmarks to verify authenticity and origin.

  • Condition: Evaluating the overall condition of the jewelry, including any damage or wear.

 

Doré Bars Analysis:

  • Purity: Determining the gold content of the doré bar, which is a semi-pure alloy of gold and silver.

  • Silver Content: Measuring the percentage of silver present in the doré bar.

  • Refining: Assessing the suitability of the doré bar for refining into pure gold.

 

Gold Nuggets Analysis:

  • Purity: Determining the gold content of the nugget.

  • Size and Weight: Measuring the dimensions and weight of the nugget.

  • Shape and Texture: Examining the unique characteristics of the nugget.

  • Value: Assessing the value based on purity, size, and rarity.

 

Kruger Coins Analysis:

  • Authenticity: Verifying the genuineness of the Kruger coin, which is a South African gold coin.

  • Year of Issue: Determining the year the coin was minted.

  • Condition: Evaluating the overall condition of the coin, including any wear or damage.

  • Value: Assessing the value based on the year of issue, condition, and market demand.

 

Analytical Techniques:

Various analytical techniques can be used to analyze these precious metal items, including:

  • X-ray Fluorescence (XRF): Non-destructive method for determining elemental composition.

  • Fire Assay: A traditional method for determining the precious metal content of alloys.

  • Spectrophotometry: Measures the intensity of light absorbed or emitted by a sample.

  • Mass Spectrometry: Determines the mass-to-charge ratio of ions in a sample.

Professional Expertise:

It is often recommended to consult with a professional appraiser or gemologist for accurate and reliable analysis of precious metal items. We have the expertise and equipment to provide accurate assessments and valuations.

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PLATINUM

Platinum is a highly valuable, silver-white metal renowned for its exceptional weight, softness, ductility, and resistance to corrosion and chemical attack. Its high melting point further enhances its utility in various applications.

One of Platinum's most prominent uses is in the creation of fine jewelry, where its durability and resistance to tarnish make it a coveted choice. Moreover, Platinum and its alloys are indispensable in surgical tools, laboratory equipment, electrical resistance wires, and electrical contact points.

In the realm of industrial catalysis, Platinum plays a critical role, accounting for approximately 30% of the catalytic converters used in emissions control. Notably, South Africa is the world's leading producer of Platinum, supplying three-quarters of the global supply.

While Platinum prices have been steadily increasing, their trajectory may not have matched the meteoric rise of its counterpart, Palladium. This disparity can be attributed to the distinct applications of these metals, particularly evident in the electric vehicle sector, where Palladium has experienced significant demand due to its use in catalytic converters for fuel cell vehicles.

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Palladium

Palladium (Pd) is a rare, steel-white platinum group metal (PGM) with the lowest melting point (2830.82 °F) and density among PGMs. It is primarily found in South Africa, Canada, and Russia, with significant recycling of catalytic converters contributing to global supply.

 

The palladium market has been in a supply deficit since 2019, with a shortage exceeding 1 million ounces. This deficit is anticipated to worsen in 2020, according to Elaine Martin's report on platinum group metals.

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Gold

Gold is a precious metal belonging to the Group 11 elements in the periodic table. Its distinctive yellow luster, high density, and malleability have made it highly prized throughout history. Due to its durability and relative purity in its natural state, gold has retained its value for millennia.

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ELECTRONIC WASTE 

Palladium Recycling provides competitive pricing for Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), determined by factors such as material composition, fraction classification, and the inherent value of the waste stream. Upon receipt or collection, PCBs undergo a rigorous assessment, categorization, and sorting process to ensure accurate classification. Following weighing, payment can be made in cash or through Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). In addition to PCBs, we also purchase Random Access Memory (RAM), Central Processing Units (CPUs), cellphone boards, and hard drives.

PURCHASE OF CATALYTIC CONVERTERS

  • Core Business: Recovering precious metals from spent automotive catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters.

  • Services Offered: Purchasing, toll refining, and fast settlement.

Overall, Palladium Recycling specializes in recycling precious metals from automotive waste products and offers various services to clients in this field.

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Rhodium

Rhodium (Rh), is one of the platinum group metals.It is silvery-white and has a very reflective surface. Rhodium is very hard, durable, and highly resistant to corrosion. It is harder and has a higher melting point than both platinum and palladium, making it a useful hardening element in alloying. The element's major use (consuming about 80% of world rhodium production) is as one of the catalysts in the three- way catalytic converters in automobiles.Around 80- 90% of rhodium comes from South African platinum mines

Rhodium is a chemical element with the symbol Rh and atomic number 45. It is a very rare, silvery-white, hard, corrosion-resistant, and chemically inert transition metal. It is a noble metal and a member of the platinum group. It has only one naturally occurring isotope, 103Rh. Naturally-occurring rhodium is usually found as a free metal, as an alloy with similar metals, and rarely as a chemical compound in minerals such as bowieite and rhodplumsite. It is one of the rarest and most valuable precious metals.

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Ceramic Catalytic Converters

Ceramic catalytic converters hold the biggest market and account for the majority of catalytic converters fitted. They are made from synthesized cordierite which is shaped into a honeycomb structure with square or triangular passageways.

These structures are then coated in aluminum oxide, and a layer containing platinum, palladium, and rhodium to be used as catalysts in the conversion process. Toxic gases move through the structure and are converted into less harmful gases to be released into the atmosphere.

Ceramic catalytic converters have mostly replaced pellet converters. Ceramic catalytic converters get recycled for their precious metal content.

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Catalytic Converter

Catalytic converters remove the poisonous gas that is found in the exhausts of the cars. They are divided into two as metal and ceramic. Platinum group metals are used in the manufacture of both.A catalytic converter uses a chamber called a catalyst to change the harmful compounds from an engine's emissions into safe gases, like steam. It works to split up the unsafe molecules in the gases that a car produces before they get released into the

CATALYTIC CONVERTERS: Our core competency is the recovery of precious metals from spent automotive catalytic converters and diesel particulate filters. We offer different approaches for these materials, including purchasing, toll refining, and fast settlement.

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SILVER

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Ceramic Catalytic Converters

Ceramic Catalytic Converters

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