integration of coldblocktm digestion with the nucomat
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Integration of ColdBlockTM Digestion With the Nucomat Automation System
December 2, 2020
1:30-2:00 PM
Hosted by the Centre For Excellence In Mining Innovation
Today’s Environment Calls For A Powerful Solution To Address Challenges With Sample Preparation
Accuracy andPrecision
Exceptional ROI
ImproveEfficiency
HigherWorkplace
Safety
The Volume Is Being Turned Up For Smart and Sustainable Technologies That Are Automated And Deliver A High ROI
• Affordable capital expense
• Lower operational expenses
• Higher level of workplace safety
• Reduced environmental impact
ColdBlock and Nucomat Joined Forces To Integrate ColdBlockTM
Digestion Technology and Nucomat’s Liquid Handling Automation System
Speed
Simplicity
Safety
ROI
▪ First Sample Digestion Technology Using Focused Short-Wave Infrared Radiation (FSWIR) and Cooling Zone
▪ Superheats Particles Directly
ColdBlock™ Digestion Technology Is A Revolutionary Sample Digestion Technology
Body Of Work Demonstrates High Accuracy and Precision
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*https://coldblock.ca/resources/
✓ Digestion In Minutes✓ No lead use as often
required in FA.✓ No hydrofluoric or
perchloric acid in the digestion process for base metal applications
ColdBlock Return On Investment (ROI) In Real World Demonstrated By Amira Global P1196 Project
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Capital Costs
• Digestion Equipment
• Required Accessories
• Analytical Infrastructure
Operational Costs
• Consumables
• Maintenance
• Power Consumption
• Labour Costs
• Waste Disposal
ROI Cost Categories*Extrapolated Over 5 Year Period
*Based on 24 Channel System for Gold and 30 Channel System for Base Metals
Amira Global P1196 Demonstrated A Solution For Sustainability and Aligns With ESG
Less Dangerous Reagents
Less Handling of Reagents
Lower Operational Costs
Provide automated solutions
Targeting laboratories – specifically sample preparation
Tailor made
Partner with customers to deliver an optimal solution
Addressing multiple sectors
Application in mining
Great value proposition,
but… not for everyone
Provide off the shelf automation solution for
common sample preparations at lower price point
Compact Sample Preparation Unit (CSPU)An automated solution for sample preparation
Compact Sample Preparation Unit - Features
▪ Accurate and fast dispensing of up to 4 reagents
▪ Highly resistant to concentrated acids
▪ Integrated digestion using ColdBlock™ technology
▪ Optional making up to mass feature
▪ Programmable sample preparation process with easy to use interface
▪ Safe operation avoiding operator contact with reagents
▪ Automatic refill from bulk containers
▪ Gravimetric process validation
▪ Operation via web interface (on any device) and simple push button
Enable raw sample in, analysis-ready sample out for mineral
samples
Modular support for up to 4 reagents
▪ Base unit supports 1 reagent
▪ Expandable to multiple reagents (max 4)
▪ Easy installation of extra reagent modules
Accurate and fast
▪ Dispensing accuracy up to ±20mg (verified on 10-3 scale)
▪ Dispense 5ml x 24 samples in 30 seconds
▪ Reduced digestion times using ColdBlock™ technology with proven accuracy and precision
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Dispense 5ml in 24 samples
%RSD: 0.18%
Emergency Stop button
Safety sensor on sample drawer
Safety sensor on plastic covers
Safety sensor on plastic covers
Guaranteeing operator safety
Automatic refilling
▪ Refilling from remote bulk container
▪ Bulk container can be placed outside laboratory
▪ Balance beneath reagent container for level detection
Programmable with easy-to-use web interface
Programmable with easy-to-use web interface
▪ Integrated web interface – internet not required
▪ Any device on the same network
▪ View real-time progress
▪ Monitor temperature and mass over time
Substantial Product Benefits
1. Substantial cost reduction
2. Elevated workplace safety
3. Elevated productivity and efficiency
Additional Product Benefits For Gold Application
▪ Elimination of lead waste
▪ Elimination of lead contamination to workers
SUMMARY
Save Time and Operational CostsWhile Achieving Higher Safetyand Addressing Environment
Amira Global 1196A Project - Q2 Deliverable
Contact Jim Brown at [email protected]
or Terry Braden at [email protected]
ColdBlock or Nucomat Direct
Contact Michael Van de Steene at [email protected]
or Jim Brown at [email protected]
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Contact Us
Project Benefits:1. Forefront of technology adoption2. Highly discounted in lieu of funding by Gov’t of Ontario3. Participant networking on methods and access to the pooled data4. Generation of TEA report to demonstrate savings in time and money
We will work with
you to determine your ROI
We Thank You For ParticipatingWe Thank CEMI For Hosting
&Congratulations To CEMI & AMIRA
Questions?
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Compact footprint
▪ Base unit 1 x 1m
▪ Integrated digestion & fume hood
▪ Additional reagent modules 0.5 x 0.8 m
▪ Benchtop space on top of reagent modules
Amira Global P1196A Major Deliverables
▪ Deliver ColdBlock Digesters
▪ Deliver Automation System
▪ Product shipped, installed and user training
▪ Method development, CRM and real world sample testing
▪ Methods and analytical measurements validated by Queen’s University
▪ ROI Report based on capital expenses and operational expenses
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