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NITON XRF Analyzers
Golld Technology

Scrap Metal Recycling and Sorting

XL3t in Turnings

Fast, accurate scrap metal sorting is fundamental to profitability for your scrap recycling operation. And with volatile commodity prices, this need has never been more important to you. Advances in scrap sorting technology, pioneered by Thermo Scientific Niton handheld x-ray fluorescence (XRF) analyzers, have revolutionized the way that scrap metal recyclers and processors conduct their business. Now, even smaller "Mom & Pop" facilities recognize the benefit of:

  • Upgrading stock
  • Increasing value of inventory
  • Providing a higher quality product to customers


Fast, Reliable Scrap Sorting Methods – Now with GOLDD Technology

Your need for fast, reliable scrap sorting methods are clear. Just as clear are the benefits your business can realize from using Thermo Scientific Niton XL3t handheld XRF alloy analyzers – now available with groundbreaking GOLDD technology.

The Niton® XL3t 900 XRF analyzer with GOLDD technology is the definitive tool for scrap metal recycling. This revolutionary instrument is engineered for high performance, reliability, and ease of use, setting new standards for scrap metal sorting analysis:

  • Light element detection (Mg, Al, Si, P, S) without helium or vacuum purging
  • High count rate for lower detection limits and faster analysis – sort more loads in less time
  • True lab-quality performance in a handheld instrument
  • Best detection limits for trace/tramp elements
  • Superior light element performance for sorting Al, Ti, and bronze alloys

What's more, the Niton XL3t Series offers other key features important to you as a scrap recycler, such as:

  • Waterproof, dustproof, rugged housing – purpose built for scrap yard use
  • Ease of use by unskilled operators, with support for multiple languages on every analyzer
  • Minimum down time
  • Expert training and support

Point-and-Shoot Simplicity

NITON XLt Alloy AnalyzerPoint-and-shoot operation is truly a reality with these innovative tools. With just a short test, alloy grade and chemistry appear on the built-in tilting color touch-screen display. The testing time is often less than one second for routine scrap sorting, and just a few seconds longer to obtain lab-quality chemistry. Little or no sample preparation is typically necessary, regardless of shape or size. From a single strand of 1 mm wire to turnings, to massive structures such as aircraft components or reaction vessels, you can test them all with our portable XRF analyzer.

Niton XL3 Series Analyzers – for All Your Scrap Sorting Needs

The bottom line is that Thermo Scientific Niton XL3 Series alloy analyzers, now with models featuring GOLDD technology, provide the versatility, the greatest number of options, and the best scrap metal sorting performance and throughput that you could ever anticipate. If you need to perform more than 1000 readings in an 8-hour shift, confidence in the correct ID is absolutely critical. Working with us means that you are dealing with a company that:

  • Understands metals
  • Understands the scrap recycling business, and
  • Understands what you need to be profitable

There's a reason why the vast majority of all scrap metal recyclers worldwide have chosen Thermo Scientific Niton analyzers for their scrap sorting and analysis needs. Contact us today for a demonstration and discover how these versatile instruments can help you sort it all out!