Schedule of Services & Charges 2014

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1 Schedule of Services & Charges 2014 Australia Valued Quality. Delivered

2 Setting the standard for quality & customer service Global scope, local presence With over 1,000 laboratories and offices globally and over 36,000 employees Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. Our network of mineral laboratories offer world class geochemical assay and testing services including sample preparation, fire assay and precious metal analysis, exploration geochemistry, environmental, mine-site laboratories, coal testing and inspection, consulting, minerals inspection, robotics and automated laboratory systems. Intertek Genalysis an integral part of the Intertek Minerals Group, has been servicing the mining and exploration industries for over 30 years and is the partner of choice for clients across the globe. This Australian schedule outlines the most commonly used analytical procedures. Not all methods are available at all locations. Please contact your local manager to discuss your specific requirements or for any services not listed. Legend Sample Preparation Mineral Laboratory / Inspection Coal Laboratory / Inspection

3 Quality Assurance Regular participation in international, national and internal proficiency testing programs and client specific proficiency programs complements NATA ISO/IEC accreditation ensuring international standards are maintained in the laboratories procedures, methodology, validation, QA/QC and data handling. Certified Reference Materials and/or in house controls, blanks and replicates are analysed with each batch of samples. These quality control results are reported along with the sample values in the final report. Selected samples are also re-analysed to confirm anomalous results. Prices include the reporting of all QC data except where more than 10% repeats are considered necessary in cases such as poor reproducibility due to particulate precious metals, in which case additional repeats may be charged for. Where the concentration of an element exceeds the capacity of the original method selected, re-analysis will be carried out using a more appropriate technique at the client s expense, unless otherwise requested. LabTrak Responding to Minerals industry needs, Intertek Genalysis have further developed their LabTrak system to enable customers to view the status of submitted samples and download analytical results online. LabTrak provides tools for tracking sample status through the laboratory, viewing and downloading analytical data, generating customised quality control reports and managing access rights, all designed to provide information that is timely, accurate, accessible and secure. The latest release of LabTrak delivers current and historical analytical report data in the customers preferred file format from a secure online web portal. Features Track job status online Flexible search function Access results securely anywhere with web access Easily retrieve historical data View preliminary and final report data online Secure (SSL) data transactions Download data in the customers preferred file format Bypass attachment filters Assess laboratory quality via online control charting tools Identify job status with the click of a mouse Online sample registration User defined security administration Browser friendly with easy navigation Mobile LabTrack Ethics and Compliance Intertek is committed to maintaining the total confidence of its customers and shareholders. One of the Group s primary business objectives is to ensure both compliance with local, national and international laws and the accuracy and validity of reports and certificates that it provides to customers. The foundations of the policy rest with the Group s employees, each of whom must comply with the company s Code of Ethics and Zero Tolerance policies outlining the high standards expected of them in all business dealings. Our compliance aims: To avoid conflicts of interest and to act openly, responsibly and within the confines of the law and internationally accepted guidelines. To implement current best practice policies in all control procedures. To maintain a culture in which all employees know what is expected of them. To monitor adherence to organisational controls and reporting procedures. Compliance is a core component of Intertek s business strategy to ensure high standards of professional conduct and ensure ethical behaviour and integrity of services.

4 Selection of Methods The intended end use of analytical data is the primary consideration when selecting the most appropriate analytical methods. Due to a wide range of applications, from greenfields exploration through to resource definition and production, key criteria to be considered include; accuracy and precision, detection limits, expected concentration of the target element(s), sample matrix and budget. Sample preparation is a vital stage in the analytical process. Correct preparation procedures allow representative sub-sampling which is the foundation of quality analysis. For ease of selection, packages have been created to cover the most commonly used procedures. The choice of sample dissolution procedure, to get a sample into a form amenable to instrumental analysis, is important, and each has its own advantages and limitations. Consideration should be given to whether a partial or complete decomposition is required for each application when choosing between the various digestion techniques. Throughout this Schedule we have used three shades of colour to provide an indication of the degree of recovery using a particular method for each element. For less aggressive digests, such as aqua regia, many elements are shown as likely to be only partially recovered, whereas for more rigorous four acid digests where hydrofluoric acid is included to dissolve silicates, many more elements are likely to approach total recovery. Most minerals will be completely decomposed using the various fusion techniques and therefore, results for most elements will be total. Overall, the recovery of a particular element depends on the degree to which the host mineral is digested, the solubility of that element and any losses due to volatilisation. The lower and upper limits for each element are shown in most tables and are a guide to the ranges that can be routinely measured, however these may vary in some cases as a result of the sample matrix. A selection of analytical packages are offered including a range of multi-element scans and commodity specific suites. The comprehensive multi-element packages incorporate the lowest detection limits that can be analysed and utilise both ICP-OES and ICP-MS instrumentation. Variations in element suites, instrumentation and detection limits offer more cost effective package options. For greenfields exploration, various multi-element options are listed under Exploration Geochemistry. Where gold is a target element for soil and stream sediment surveys, an aqua regia digestion and a multi-element analysis by ICP-MS and ICP-OES is useful as both gold and a range of other elements can be determined cost effectively using the same digest. Aqua regia will digest gold and chalcophile elements in particular, however elements associated with silicates and more refractory minerals may only be partially digested. Four acid digestions will dissolve all but the most refractory minerals, with total analyses for most elements. If gold is not required, the four acid digestion and multi-element analysis is recommended for exploration work. For detecting buried mineralisation, partial leaches on soils are an effective tool. Similarly, plant tissue or groundwater, which can be sampled easily and cheaply, can be analysed in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, conventional media. Analyses available using these methods are listed in the Partial Digests and Biogeochemistry sections. Orientation surveys are particularly important when using these techniques and it is advisable to discuss your needs with us in advance. Fused bead XRF is particularly useful for the analysis of bulk commodities such as iron ore and bauxite, and is listed in the Commodities section. Moisture correction is routinely carried out and samples are reported on a dry basis. This technique is not suitable for samples containing high sulphides. Other commodity specific methods are available in this section. Precious metals are best analysed by fire assay, with lead collection used to analyse Au, Pt and Pd, whereas nickel sulphide collection is used for the full suite of platinum group elements (PGE). Complete Lithogeochemistry packages are available using a combination of methods to analyse the widest range of elements. Fusion ICP-MS is best for the analysis of REE and HFSE as the host minerals are often refractory. Lithium borate fusion and either XRF or ICP-OES are the best methods for whole rock analyses. The most common methods offered are listed in this Schedule, however this is not an exhaustive list of services and not all services are available at all locations. We encourage clients to discuss their projects with us and where possible visit the laboratories to assist with selection of the most appropriate analytical solutions for the particular applications.

5 Contents Sample Preparation 06. Sample Preparation Packages 07. Sample Preparation Individual Procedures 08. Hazardous Samples 08. Sample Storage and Freight 06 Precious Metals 09. Lead Collection Fire Assay 09. Nickel Sulphide Collection Fire Assay 09. Screen Fire Assay 10. Aqua Regia Digestion 10. Cyanide Leaches 09 Exploration Geochemistry 11. Portable XRF Scan 12. Aqua Regia Digestion for Gold + Multi-Elements 16. Four Acid Digestion Multi-Elements 19. TerraLeach Partial Digest Geochemistry 21. Biogeochemistry 11 Ores & Commodities 23. Advanced Exploration Fusion Decompositions 26. Ores and Higher Grade Materials Ore Grade Four Acid Digestion 26. Base Metals 28. Iron ore 29. Bauxite 30. Chromite 30. Nickel 30. Manganese 31. Uranium 32. Rare Earth Elements 33. Industrial Minerals 33. Refractory Minerals 23 Lithogeochemistry 35. Fusion Packages, Whole Rock Analysis, REE, HSFE 36. Low Level Methods, REE, HSFE 37. Additional Methods 38. Lithogeochemical Packages 35 Individual Methods 39. Individual Element Analyses 39. Gravimetric Determinations 39. Carbon & Sulphur Analysis 39. Acid Rock Drainage 40. XRD 40. Water Analysis 39 Additional Services 42. Environmental 42. NTEL 42. Mine-Site Laboratories 43. Minerals Processing 43. Consulting Services 43. Agriculture 43. Intertek Business Assurance 44. Commodities Inspection and Testing Services 44. Intertek Consulting & Training Service 44. Intertek Consumer Goods 44. Intertek Geotech 45. Intertek Industry Services 45. Intertek Probe 45. Intertek Surveying Services 42 General Information 46. Sample Despatch, Sample Importation, 47. Service Fees & Surcharges 48. Terms and Conditions 50. Conversion Tables 51. Periodic Table 52. Locations 46

6 Sample Preparation The production of a homogeneous sub-sample, representative of the material submitted to the laboratory is the primary purpose of sample preparation. Correct preparation is critical to obtaining meaningful analytical results. The selection of the specific sample preparation procedures will depend on the type and size of the sample, the mineralogy as well as the client s analytical and budgetary requirements. Segregation into high and low grade sample preparation areas and utilisation of techniques such as vacuuming pulveriser vessels and/or quartz washes between samples reduces the potential for contamination. Robotic preparation employing quartz washes is also available at some facilities. Close and ongoing consultation with the laboratory will ensure that optimal sample preparation techniques are employed thus maximising the value added in the analytical process. Sample Preparation Packages To facilitate easy selection of sample preparation procedures, commonly used techniques have been packaged together. Pulverise Package (for soil, stream sediment, RC, RAB) Description Code Price Dry, pulverise up to 300g SP01 $4.00 Dry, pulverise 300g up to 1.2kg SP02 $6.00 Dry, pulverise 1.2kg up to 3kg SP03 $7.00 Dry, pulverise 1.2kg up to 3kg, additional fine pulverise assay split SP04 $8.50 Additional wt >3kg: dry, split, pulverise up to 3kg, discard reject SP05 $1.00/kg* Crush Package (core/rock) Description Code Price Dry, crush ~10mm, pulverise up to 300g SP11 $4.50 Dry, crush ~10mm, pulverise 300g up to 1.2kg SP12 $6.50 Dry, crush ~10mm, pulverise 1.2kg up to 3kg SP13 $8.50 Dry, crush ~10mm, pulverise 1.2kg up to 3kg, additional fine pulverise assay split SP14 $10.00 Additional wt>3kg: dry, crush ~2mm, split, pulverise up to 3kg, retain coarse reject SP15 $1.50/kg* Robotic Package (including single quartz wash) Description Code Price Dry, robotic preparation 300g up to 1.2kg SP21 $6.00 Dry, crush ~2mm, robotic preparation 300g up to 1.2kg SP22 $7.00 Dry, crush up to 3kg ~2mm, split, robotic preparation 1.2kg SP23 $9.00 Additional wt >3kg: dry, crush ~2mm, split, robotic preparation SP24 $1.50/kg* Quartz wash packages are available for the pulverise and crush package. 6

7 Sample Preparation Procedures Drying Sample drying procedures will vary due to the sample type and mass, moisture content and analyisis required. Description Code Price Sort and dry samples received in standard paper packets SD01 $0.60 Sort and dry samples SD02 $0.60/kg Low temperature drying SD03 $1.00/kg Crushing Samples with a volume or dimensions exceeding that which the pulverising vessels can accommodate may require crushing and/or splitting prior to pulverising. Crushing may also be required to achieve an optimum particle size to split to a representative sub sample for further particle size reduction. Description Code Price Crush to ~10mm CR01 $0.60/kg Crush to ~2mm CR02 $1.20/kg Sample Preparation Splitting Splitting of samples may be done to achieve a more cost effective option in reducing the volume of sample for further particle size reduction steps. Two types of splitters are used; the riffle splitter sometimes called a Jones Spitter and the Rotary Splitter. It is important to select the correct size splitter for the product being split, correct technique is also important in order that samples are split without introducing bias. Description Code Price Riffle splitting up to 6kg discard reject RF01 $2.50 Riffle splitting up to 6kg retain reject RF02 $3.50 Additional riffle splitting options Rotary or arcual splitting RS01 $0.50/kg Pulverising Pulverising is carried out on crushed or relatively fine products to achieve a fine homogeneous powder to enable small sub-samples to be taken for analysis that will be representative of the larger coarse sample. For most sample types at least 85% of material will be pulverised to 75µm or better. All devices used in the crushing and pulverising of samples can impart trace levels of contaminants. Low chrome steel is often the preferred material for pulverising vessels as the chrome and iron contamination is usually negligible compared with the levels commonly encountered in most geological materials. Other options such as tungsten carbide (WC) and zirconia (Zr) vessels are available if required. Description Code Price Up to 300g PU01 $4.00 Up to 1.2kg PU02 $5.50 Up to 3kg PU03 $ kg up to 3kg, additional fine pulverise assay split PU04 $8.00 Additional weight per 3kg or part thereof PU05 $8.00 WC bowl 100g WC01 $8.00 Zr bowl 100g ZR01 $11.00 Quartz wash (discarded) QW01 75% of pulverising cost Quartz wash (retained) QW02 100% of pulverising cost Sieving Sieving may be performed on unprocessed samples to determine the mass distribution of the various size fractions or alternatively, on crushed or pulverised products to ascertain the effectiveness of the processes. Description Code Price Wet sieve to confirm sample preparation grind quality - passing 75um SV03 $7.00 Dry sieve specified mesh size 1 fraction (not less than 177 um) SV12 $17.00/kg Additional dry sieve to specified mesh sizes (not less than 180 um) SV12A $4.00 per screen Wet sieve (retain oversize only) SV13 $25.00/kg Wet sieve (retain undersize only) SV14 $25.00/kg Wet sieve (recovering undersize and oversize) SV15 $35.00/kg Laser particle size analyser to confirm sample prep grind quality p75um** SV17 $3.50 Reporting of per fraction weights WT01 $1.50 POA * Average job weights are used unless individual sample weights are requested ** The laser sizer and a screen (sieve) are not measuring the same parameters and a direct comparison may reveal differences in the techniques. The second diameter of a particle determines if it will pass a particular mesh size. The amount passing the screen is then determined by mass (gravimetrically). Different size fractions of a sample may preferentially host minerals of a different density. A laser sizer determines the equivalent cross sectional area of the particles which is derived from the angle that they scatter light. Smaller particles scatter light at a higher angle with lower intensity. With a series of detectors, a continuous size distribution for the sample can be constructed. 7

8 Core Cutting A number of Intertek sites possess core cutting facilities to facilitate the splitting, sample preparation, analysis and archiving of valuable geological samples. Intertek Genalysis offers a range of mineral sample core cutting services, including cutting, secure storage, and rental space for core logging. Diamond drilling is typically used in exploration and resource definition programs. Invaluable geologic, mineralogic and geotechnical data are obtained from the cores. Drill core is often cut or split in varying ratios from quarter to full core to provide a representative sample for analysis and reference. Intertek offer a range of services, including, cutting, secure storage and rental space for core logging. Please contact us for more information. Description Code Price Core cutting (includes consumables and equipment) CC01 $110.00/hr Packages can be customised to suit your requirements. Miscellaneous Procedures Description Code Price Quarantine treatment pulps or samples in standard paper packets QS01 $1.30 Quarantine treatment - bulk samples up to 3kg QS02 $3.50 Quarantine including rebagging (for plastic, damaged or non-standard bags) QS03 $2.50 Compositing CM01 $85.00/hr Mat mixing of pulps MM01 $2.00 Reporting weights of samples WT01 $1.50 Client specified preparation (technician) CP01 $85.00/hr Client specified preparation (chemist) CP02 $175.00/hr Sample pick up and transport TP01 POA Hazardous Samples Handling of samples containing hazardous material requires special procedures and incurs additional charges. Please ensure that the sample submission is clearly marked, describing the category of hazard and clearly identify the samples that contain the hazard. A dangerous goods form (available to download from our website should accompany such samples. We appreciate that at times it may be difficult to identify a hazard but please err on the side of caution. Asbestos Preparation - Samples Containing Fibrous Material Code Price Samples received as pulps AP01 Batch fee $50 + $0.50/sample Samples requiring preparation AP02 Batch fee $150 + $3.00/sample Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (NORM) Code Price Samples received as pulps RM01 $0.50/sample Samples requiring preparation RM02 $1.00/sample Miscellaneous handling RM03 POA By regulation all radioactive material must be returned to the client. This will be at the client s expense. Sample Storage All solid samples (assay pulps, bulk pulps and residues) will be stored without charge for 60 days after completion of analysis. After this time all samples will be stored at a daily rate until the client s written advice regarding return, collection or disposal is received. Description Code Price Storage of bulk or pulp samples calculated daily after 60 days ST10 $4.00/m 3 Disposal of samples ST20 $150.00/m 3 Expenses related to the return of samples ST30 At cost Retrieval of selected samples from storage ST40 $85.00/hr Samples submitted as liquids will be stored (at ambient temperature) without charge for 60 days after completion of analysis and then discarded unless advised otherwise in writing. Freight Freight expenses incurred will be passed on at cost. For further information on freight please contact the laboratory. 8

9 Precious Metals Analysis A diverse range of precious metals techniques are available for applications ranging from grassroots exploration, where sub ppb sensitivities are required, to accurate resource estimation and grade control. For gold determination lead collection fire assay remains the classic method, however, aqua regia digestion, accelerated cyanide leach and BLEG are other options that are available for specific purposes. Platinum and palladium can also be detected using some of these methods. The full suite of platinum group elements (PGE) can only be determined by nickel sulphide collection fire assay. Lead Collection Fire Assay Lead collection fire assay remains the method of choice for quantitative gold determination. The fire assay flux mixture has been carefully formulated to optimise precious metal recovery in diverse mineralogical matrices. Difficult sample matrices may necessitate a reduction in the charge weight. Samples submitted for the ppb determination of gold, platinum or palladium are fused in new pots using dedicated equipment. Precious Metals Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au 25g fire assay / ICP-OES 0.01ppm FA25/OE04 $12.00 Au 50g fire assay / ICP-OES 0.005ppm FA50/OE04 $13.00 Au 25g fire assay / ICP-MS 1ppb FA25/MS02 $15.50 Au 50g fire assay / ICP-MS 1ppb FA50/MS02 $16.50 Au, Pt, Pd 25g fire assay / ICP-MS 1ppb FA25/MS $21.00 Au, Pt, Pd 50g fire assay / ICP-MS 1ppb FA50/MS $22.00 Au, Pt, Pd 25g fire assay / ICP-OES 1,2,1ppb FA25/OE $21.00 Au, Pt, Pd 50g fire assay / ICP-OES 1ppb FA50/OE $22.00 Concentrates, metallurgical and high grade samples POA Nickel Sulphide Collection Fire Assay The nickel sulphide collection fire assay process has been designed to quantitatively recover all of the platinum group elements. Some reduction in charge weight may be necessary for difficult sample matrices. Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au Pt, Pd, Rh, Ru, Ir, Os 25g NiS fire assay / ICP-MS (Package) 2ppb 1ppb NS25/MS $99.00 Screen Fire Assay Screen fire assay is used to quantify the gold content of samples where conventional 50gram assays are subject to an unacceptable sampling error resulting from coarse gold. The process involves screening a nominal 1kg sample and firing the entire coarse fraction, including the screen cloth. Duplicate assays are carried out on the undersize fraction which is more reproducible due to the smaller gold particle sizes. The total gold (or platinum and palladium) content is calculated as a weighted mean of the measured grades of the two screen fractions. This is reported alongside the individual fraction results. Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au Screen fire assay 150µm / AAS 0.01ppm SF150/AA $75.00 Au Screen fire assay 100µm / AAS 0.01ppm SF100/AA $90.00 Au Screen fire assay 75µm / AAS 0.01ppm SF75/AA $ Additional oversize firing $16.00 Pt, Pd Available on request POA 9

10 Aqua Regia Digestion Aqua regia will digest many minerals, however, silicates and refractory minerals will remain largely undigested. Aqua regia is useful for grassroots exploration and as a screening tool. It is a cost effective way to analyse for gold and other elements (multi-element gold packages can be found under the Exploration Geochemistry section from page 11). Lower detection limits are achieved utilising Graphite Furnace AAS. Aqua regia digestions are suitable for exploration purposes only and should not be used for resource analyses. Additional elements can be included from the Exploration Geochemistry section from page 11. Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au 10g aqua regia / enhanced GF AAS* 0.1ppb ARU10/EGF $14.50 Au 10g aqua regia / GF AAS* 1ppb ARU10/GF $11.00 Au 10g aqua regia / AAS* 0.01ppm ARU10/SAA $7.00 Au 25g aqua regia / enhanced GF AAS 0.1ppb ARU25/EGF $18.50 Au 25g aqua regia / GF AAS 1ppb ARU25/GF $15.00 Au 25g aqua regia / AAS 0.01ppm ARU25/SAA $11.00 *Pre-roasting (ashing) to remove graphitic / R/ $4.00 other organic material Cyanide Leaches Cyanide solutions are used to leach gold from large samples providing a useful method for both grassroots exploration and resource work. BLEG (Bulk Leach Extractable Gold) is usually performed on screened stream sediment samples, providing detection of low level anomalies for regional exploration. High grade leaches utilise the LeachWELL accelerant to extract the cyanide extractable gold. This is an indication of what would be recovered in routine metallurgical processes. LeachWELL Accelerated Cyanide Leach A four hour leach using LeachWELL tablets. This method is not practicable for clay rich samples and in some cases reduced weights may be used. Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au 200g leach / AAS 0.01ppm LW200/SAA $14.00 Au 400g leach / AAS 0.01ppm LW400/SAA $16.00 Au 1000g leach / AAS 0.01ppm LW1000/SAA $25.00 Ag As an additional element 1ppm /AA $2.50 Tail recovery, entire tail washed, reground and 25g fire assay Au Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au 200g wash / grind / fire assay / AAS 0.01ppm TR200/AA $30.50 Au 400g wash / grind / fire assay / AAS 0.01ppm TR400/AA $31.00 Au 1000g wash / grind / fire assay / AAS 0.01ppm TR1000/AA $35.50 BLEG (Bulk Cyanide Leach) Low Level Gold Element Description Detection Limit Code Price Au 100g leach / ICP-MS 0.01ppb CN100/MS $18.00 Au 500g leach / ICP-MS 0.01ppb CN500/MS $21.50 Au 1.0kg leach / ICP-MS 0.01ppb CN1000/MS $24.50 Au 2.0kg leach / ICP-MS 0.01ppb CN2000/MS $29.00 Au 4.0kg leach / ICP-MS 0.01ppb CN4000/MS $42.50 Additional Ag (0.1ppb), As (0.02ppm), Bi (0.1 ppb), Cd (0.1ppb), Co (1ppb), Elements Cu (0.01ppm), Mo (0.1ppb), Ni (0.01ppm), Pd (0.1ppb), Pt (0.1ppb), Zn (0.05ppm) per element $

11 Exploration Geochemistry The advent of sensitive, rapid throughput instrumentation such as ICP-OES and ICP-MS used to complement one another has revolutionised exploration geochemistry in the last two decades. Large multi-element packages with detection limits commensurate with the crustal abundances of the analytes are available for exploration purposes at affordable prices. Limited AAS and ICP-OES suites are also available to suit the requirements of particular exploration programs. A variety of digests are offered which include multi-purpose aqua regia and four acid total digests along with specialised biogeochemical and partial leach digests specifically for greenfields exploration. Analytical options include: Portable XRF Scan Au + Multi-Elements by Aqua Regia Digestion Multi-Elements by Four Acid Digestion TerraLeach Partial Digest Geochemistry Biogeochemistry Portable XRF scan Using a portable XRF we offer a rapid semi-quantitative scan on a prepared pulp sample, the preparation charges are in addition to the XRF scan. The scan is done through the pulp packet in an air path. A total of 29 elements are reported using the soil mode i.e. calibrated for low level silicate matrix samples. The elements available are; Ag, As, Bi, Cd, Cl, Co, Cr, Cu, Fe, Hg, K, Mn, Mo, Ni, P, Pb, Rb, S, Sb, Se, Sn, Sr, Th, Ti, U, V, W, Zn and Zr. The reported data includes details of the XRF unit and operating parameters during analysis. Portable XRF data on a prepared pulp are subject to limitations which include absorption by the air path, as well as particle size and mineralogical effects. Light elements in particular are very prone to these effects. Matrix effect correction algorithms and X-ray emission line overlaps (e.g. Fe on Co) are a further source of uncertainty in the data. The XRF data should be treated with caution. We recommend that all anomalous data be checked by an appropriate technique and advise to undertake a minimum 10% of samples by a more suitable acid digest technique to ascertain a potential bias from true data. Exploration Geochemistry 11

12 Aqua Regia Digestion for Gold + Multi-Elements Aqua regia is a mixture of hydrochloric and nitric acids which acts as powerful oxidizing agent with the ability to dissolve gold. Most oxide, sulphide and carbonate minerals are digested by aqua regia, however certain refractory minerals and most silicates are only partially decomposed. An aqua regia leach is a very useful exploration tool and an industry standard for many grassroots exploration programs, however it should not be used for resource quality data. Recovery levels vary between elements and sample matrices, with indicative recoveries highlighted on the package tables. Packages range from basic ICP-OES only suites through to a comprehensive element list utilising both ICP-OES and ICP-MS for ultra trace levels. Advances in ICP-OES and MS instrumentation allows us to offer competitive extended packages for regional exploration soil geochemisty applications. The 0.5 gram AR005 aqua regia method has been specifically engineered for low detection limits and ultimate long term data reproducibility. The digest is a relatively aggressive empirical technique and the data generated approximate the consensus values on many aqua regia reference materials. Gold and PGE values should be treated with caution owing to the small sample sizes. Both ICPOES and ICPMS options are available. The 1g options are primarily a multi-element scanning tool; precious metal results are indicative only and should be interpreted with extreme caution due to the particulate nature of precious metals in some sample types. The 10g and 25g methods offer cost effective options for gold and multi-element suites. Mercury may report low due to losses of volatile forms primarily during sampling and preparation stages. Detection limits may be compromised due to the sample matrix. An additional charge is applicable for samples containing graphitic or other organic material that require roasting prior to digestion. Aqua Regia Digestion Gold + Multi-Elements Packages Aqua Regia 0.5g ICP-OES Package Ag Hg Se Al 0.01% - 10% K 0.01% - 5% Sn As La Sr Au Li Ta B 5-1% Mg 0.01% - 20% Te Ba Mn 1-1% Th Bi Mo Ti 5-1% Ca 0.01% - 40% Na 0.01% - 5% Tl Cd Nb U* Ce Ni 1-1% V Co P 10-2% W Cr 1-1% Pb Y Cu 1-1% S 20-5% Zn 1-1% Fe 0.01% - 50% Sb Zr Ga Sc OES Package Aqua regia digestion 0.5g / ICP-OES AR005/OE30 $25.00 / U as additional element AR005/OE30-1 $

13 Aqua Regia 0.5g ICP-MS Package Ag Ga Sb Al 0.01% - 10 % Hg Sc As K 0.01% - 10 % Se Au 0.5ppb ppb La Sr B 20-1% Mg 0.01% - 20 % Te Ba Mn 0.5-1% Th Bi Mo Ti 10-1% Ca 0.01% - 40 % Na 0.001% - 5 % Tl Cd Ni % U Ce P 10-2% V Co Pb W Cr 0.5-1% Pd 5ppb ppb Zn 0.5-1% Cu 0.1-1% Pt 2ppb ppb Zr Fe 0.01% - 50 % S 0.05% - 5 % MS package Aqua regia digestion 0.5g / ICP-MS AR005/MS30 $30.00 Aqua Regia ICP-OES Packages Ag Cu 1-1% S* 50-5% Al 20-10% Fe 0.01% - 50% Sb As K 20-5% Sc B* 10 1% La Sr Ba Mg 0.01% - 20% Te Bi Mn 1-1% Ti 5-1% Ca 0.01% - 40% Mo Tl Cd Na 0.01% - 5% V Ce Ni 1-1% W Co P 20-2% Zn 1-1% Cr 2-1% Pb ICP-OES package Aqua regia digestion 1g / ICP-OES AR01/OE01 $18.00 Aqua regia digestion 10g / ICP-OES ARU10/OE01 $19.00 Aqua regia digestion 25g / ICP-OES ARU25/OE01 $23.00 Au as an additional element 10g or 25g option / SAA (0.01ppm) ARU10 or ARU25/SAA01 $ g or 25g options / GF AAS (1ppb) ARU10 or ARU25/GF01 $ g or 25g options / EGF AAS (0.1ppb) ARU10 or ARU25/EGF01 $10.00 Note: * B, S are only available on 1g option Exploration Geochemistry Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 13

14 Aqua Regia Standard ICP-OES & MS Package Au** 1ppb - 500ppb Hg* Sb Ag In Sc Al 20-10% K 20-5% Se As La Sn B* 10 1% Li Sr Ba Mg 0.01% - 20% Ta Be Mn 1-1% Te Bi Mo Th Ca 0.01% - 40% Na 0.01% - 5% Ti 5-1% Cd Nb Tl Ce Ni 1-1% U Co P 20-2% V Cr 1-1% Pb W Cs Pd** 10ppb - 500ppb Y Cu 1-1% Pt** 5ppb - 500ppb Zn 1-1% Fe 0.01% - 50% Rb Zr Ga Re Hf S* 50-5% Standard package Aqua regia digestion 1g / ICP-OES & ICP-MS AR01/OM10 $34.00 Aqua regia digestion 10g / ICP-OES & ICP-MS ARU10/OM10 $35.00 Aqua regia digestion 25g / ICP-OES & ICP-MS ARU25/OM10 $39.00 Note: * B, Hg, S are only available on 1g option, Hg may report low due to losses in sampling and preparation ** Au, Pt, Pd are indicative only on 1g option and must be interpreted with extreme caution 14 Aqua Regia Comprehensive ICP-OES & MS Package Au** 1ppb - 500ppb Hg* Sb Ag Ho Sc Al 20-10% In Se As K 20-5% Sm B* 10 1% La Sn Ba Li Sr Be Lu Ta Bi Mg 0.01% - 20% Tb Ca 0.01% - 40% Mn 1-1% Te Cd Mo Th Ce Na 0.01% - 5% Ti 5-1% Co Nb Tl Cr 1-1% Nd Tm Cs Ni 0.5-1% U Cu 0.5-1% P 20-2% V Dy Pb W Er Pd** 10ppb - 500ppb Y Eu Pr Yb Fe 0.01% - 50% Pt** 5ppb - 500ppbb Zn 1-1% Ga Rb Zr Gd Re Hf S* 50-5% Comprehensive package Aqua regia digestion 1g / ICP-OES & ICP-MS AR01/OM20 $49.00 Aqua regia digestion 10g / ICP-OES & ICP-MS ARU10/OM20 $50.00 Aqua regia digestion 25g / ICP-OES & ICP-MS ARU25/OM20 $54.00 Note: * B, Hg, S are only available on 1g option, Hg may report low due to losses in sampling and preparation ** Au, Pt, Pd are indicative only on 1g option and must be interpreted with extreme caution Elements where the concentration exceeds the upper limit will be re-digested by the appropriate analytical method, which will incur additional charges.

15 Aqua Regia Digestion Individual Elements A selection of individual elements is offered to enable suites to be customised to suit your specific needs, or where only a few elements are required. Aqua Regia ICP-OES Individual Elements Ag Cu 1-1% Pb Al 20-10% Fe 0.01% - 50% S* 50-5% As K 20-5% Sb B* 10-1% La Sc Ba Li Sr Bi Mg 0.01% - 20% Te Ca 0.01% - 40% Mn 1-1% Ti 5-1% Cd Mo Tl Ce Na 0.01% - 5% V Co Ni 1-1% W Cr 2-1% P 20-2% Zn 1-1% Aqua Regia ICP-MS Individual Elements Au 1ppb - 500ppb Hg* Sc Ag Ho Se As In Sm Ba La Sn Be Li Sr Bi Lu Ta Cd Mo Tb Ce Nb Te Co Nd Th Cs Ni 0.2-1% Tl Cu 0.2-1% Pb Tm Dy Pd 10ppb - 500ppb U Er Pr W Eu Pt 5ppb - 500ppb Y Ga Rb Yb Gd Re Zn 1.0-1% Hf Sb Zr Exploration Geochemistry *B, Hg, S are only available on 1g option, Hg may report low due to losses in sampling and preperation. Aqua Regia AAS Individual Elements Ag* Cu 1-2% Sb* 2-1% As* 10-1% Fe % Te* Bi* Mn 1-1% Tl* Cd* Mo Zn 1-2% Co Ni 1-2% Note: *DL s are increased by a factor of x10 Cr 1-1% Pb on a 1g option. Description Code Price Aqua regia digestion 1g / ICP first element AR01/OM $12.00 Aqua regia digestion 10g / ICP first element ARU10/OM $14.00 Aqua regia digestion 25g / ICP first element ARU25/OM $18.00 / secondary instrument first element $7.50 / per additional ICP element $0.75 Aqua regia digestion 1g / AAS first element AR01/AA $7.00 Aqua regia digestion 10g / AAS first element ARU10/AA $9.00 Aqua regia digestion 25g / AAS first element ARU25/AA $11.00 / per additional AAS element $2.50 Au as an additional element 10g or 25g option / SAA (0.01ppm) ARU10 or ARU25/SAA01 $ g or 25g options / GF AAS (1ppb) ARU10 or ARU25/GF01 $ g or 25g options / EGF AAS (0.1ppb) ARU10 or ARU25/EGF01 $10.00 Elements where the concentration exceeds the upper limit will be re-digested by the appropriate analytical method, which will incur additional charges. 15

16 Four Acid Digestion Multi-Elements Packages Four acid digests, with the inclusion of hydrofluoric acid targeting silicates, will decompose almost all mineral species and are referred to as near-total digestions. Highly resistant minerals such as zircon, cassiterite, columbite-tantalite, rutile, barite and wolframite will require a fusion digest to ensure complete dissolution. Relative indicative recoveries for each element are highlighted on the package tables. Four acid digests may volatilise some elements. Detection limits may be compromised due to the sample matrix. Packages range from basic ICP-OES only suites through to a comprehensive element list utilising both ICP-OES and ICP-MS for ultra trace levels. Four Acid ICP-OES Package Ag Fe % S 50-10% Al 50-15% K 20-10% Sb 5-1% As 10-1% La Sc Ba Li Sn Bi 5-1% Mg 20-40% Sr 1-1% Ca 50-40% Mn 1-2% Te Cd Mo 2-1% Ti 5-2% Ce 20-1% Na 20-10% Tl Co 1-1% Ni 1-2% V 1-1% Cr 5-2% P 50-5% W Cu 1-2% Pb 5-1% Zn 1-2% Basic ICP-OES package 4 acid digestion / ICP-OES 4A/OE01 $22.00 Four Acid Standard ICP-OES & MS Package Ag In Se 2-1% Al 50-15% K 20-10% Sn As 2-1% Li Sr 0.5-1% Ba Mg 20-40% Ta Be Mn 1-2% Te Bi % Mo 0.1-1% Th Ca 50-40% Na 20-10% Ti 5-2% Cd Nb Tl Co 0.1-1% Ni 1-2% U % Cr 5-2% P 50-5% V 1-1% Cs Pb 1-1% W Cu 1-2% Rb Y Fe % Re Zn 1-2% Ga S 50-10% Zr Ge Sb 0.1-1% Hf Sc Standard package 4 acid digestion / ICP-OES & ICP-MS 4A/OM10 $40.00 Rare earth elements are available as a supplementary package to the 4A/OM10 package. La Eu Er Ce 0.1-1% Gd Tm Pr Tb Yb Nd Dy Lu Sm Ho REE add on additional element package to 4AOM10 / ICP-MS 4A/MS11 $9.00 Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 16

17 Comprehensive ICP-OES & MS Package Ag Hf Sb % Al 50-15% Ho Sc As 0.5-1% In Se 0.5-1% Ba K 20-10% Sm Be La Sn Bi % Li Sr % Ca 50-40% Lu Ta Cd Mg 20-40% Tb Ce % Mn 1-2% Te Co 0.1-1% Mo 0.1-1% Th Cr 1-2% Na 20-10% Ti 5-2% Cs Nb Tl Cu 0.5-2% Nd Tm Dy Ni 0.5-2% U % Er P 50-5% V 1-1% Eu Pb 0.5-1% W Fe % Pr Y Ga Rb Yb Gd Re Zn 1-2% Ge S 50-10% Zr Comprehensive package 4 acid digestion / ICP-OES & ICP-MS 4A/OM20 $54.00 Exploration Geochemistry Elements where the concentration exceeds the upper limit will be re-digested by the appropriate analytical method, which will incur additional charges. Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 17

18 Four Acid Digestion Individual Elements A selection of individual elements is offered to enable suites to be customised to suit your specific needs, or where only a few elements are required. Four Acid ICP-OES Individual Elements Ag Fe % S 50-10% Al 50-15% K 20-10% Sb 5-1% As 10-1% La Sc Ba Li Sn Bi 5-1% Mg 20-40% Sr 1-1% Ca 50-40% Mn 1-2% Te Cd Mo 2-1% Ti 5-2% Ce 20-1% Na 20-10% Tl Co 1-1% Ni 1-2% V 1-1% Cr 5-2% P 50-5% W Cu 1-2% Pb 5-1% Zn 1-2% Four Acid ICP-MS Individual Elements Ag Hf Se 0.5-1% As Ho Sm Ba In Sn Be La Sr Bi Li Ta Cd Lu Tb Ce Mo Te Co Nb Th Cs 0.5-2% Nd Tl Cu Ni 0.5-2% Tm Dy Pb U % Er Pr W Eu Rb Y Ga Re Yb Gd Sb Zn 1.0-2% Ge Sc Zr Four Acid AAS Individual Elements Ag Cu 1-5% Pb 5-1% As 50-2% Fe % Sb 10-1% Bi 10-1% Li 1-5% Sr 10-1% Ca 20-40% Mg 20-40% Te Cd Mn 1-5% Tl Co 1-1% Mo 20-1% V Cr 5-2% Ni 2-5% Zn 1-5% Description Code Price 4 Acid digestion / ICP first element 4A/OM $15.50 / secondary instrument first element $7.50 / per additional ICP element $ acid digestion / AAS first element 4A/AA $11.50 / per additional AAS element $2.50 Elements where the concentration exceeds the upper limit will be re-digested by the appropriate analytical method, which will incur additional charges. 18

19 TerraLeach Partial Digest Geochemistry Partial digests are carried out on soil media to detect buried ore bodies in areas where conventional geochemistry may not work. Buried ore bodies may release trace levels of metals into groundwater which are inferred to travel vertically and accumulate within the top portion of the soil profile where they add to the background metal concentrations. Their contribution to the overall metal concentration may be very small and metal recoveries are typically low, therefore most elements are read on an ICP-MS to achieve the most sensitive detection limits. The medium is normally fine grained and typically samples are not pulverised. Samples sourced from outside Western Australia are heat treated for quarantine purposes. This may slightly alter the recovery of certain elements, anomalous features however are still retained. Targeted metal ions generally reside on the surfaces of soil particles requiring only weak leaches to remove them thus producing superior anomaly contrasts. This differentiates partial digests from stronger leaches which extract occluded metal ions that contribute to background levels of metal, resulting in inferior anomaly contrast. Partial digests tend to be efficient for certain element suites and specific element species. Soil type and digestion method must therefore be matched to recover targeted elements. Detection limits may vary as a consequence of the sample media. Before commencing any new partial digest program we recommend consultation with our geochemist. An orientation study to help select the optimum sample media and digest technique is recommended. TerraLeach Digest TL1 An alkaline cyanide digest for gold and associated pathfinder elements. TerraLeach Digest TL4 A weak acid EDTA digest designed for copper, lead, zinc. Each sample is individually ph adjusted to guarantee complete dissolution of soil carbonates. This digest is ideal for base metals in alkaline (limestone or dolomite derived) soils. TerraLeach Digest TL6 A weak alkaline cyanide digest for predominantly chemical and ultrafine gold, however only minor dissolution of particulate gold is achieved. Partial Digest Packages Partial Digest Base Metals in Alkaline Soils AAS Package TerraLeach Digest TL7 A moderate strength hydrochloric acid digest designed to digest amorphous Fe and Mn oxide/hydroxides. TerraLeach Digest TL8 An alkaline carbonate digest for uranium and associated pathfinders containing cyanide for enhanced recovery of gold. Refractory uranium species are not recovered. TerraLeach Digest TL9 A sodium pyrophosphate digest for the recovery of elements in humic acid. Cyanide is added to enhance recovery of gold. Element DL ppb TL4 Element DL ppb TL4 Element DL ppb TL4 Cu 10 Pb 50 Zn 10 TerraLeach package / AAS TL4/AA91 $23.50 Exploration Geochemistry Partial Digest ICP-MS & AAS Package Element DL ppb Element DL ppb Element DL ppb TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 Ag La Sn 2 20 As 2 20 Mo 1 10 Th Au Ni 0.02ppm 0.2ppm U Bi Pb 0.02ppm 0.2ppm W Cd Pd 1 10 Zn Co 2 20 Pt Cu 0.02ppm 0.2ppm Sb TerraLeach package / ICP-MS, AAS TL1, TL6, TL7 or TL8/MA92 $40.00 Partial Digest ICP-OES, ICP-MS & AAS Package Element DL ppb Element DL ppb Element DL ppb TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 Ag K 0.2ppm 2ppm S 2ppm 20ppm As 2 20 La Sb Au Mg 0.2ppm 2ppm Sn 2 20 Bi Mn 0.2ppm 2ppm Th Ca 0.2ppm 2ppm Mo 1 10 U Cd Ni 0.02ppm 0.2ppm V 0.2ppm 2ppm Co 2 20 P 2ppm 20ppm W Cr 0.2ppm 2ppm Pb 0.02ppm 0.2ppm Zn Cu 0.02ppm 0.2ppm Pd 1 10 Fe 0.2ppm 2ppm Pt TerraLeach package / ICP-MS, ICP-OES, AAS TL1, TL6, TL7 or TL8/OMA93 $

20 TerraLeach TM Partial Digest Individual Elements Partial Digest ICP-OES Individual Elements Element DL ppm Element DL ppm TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL9 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL9 Al Na 1 Ca P Cr S Fe Sc K Si Mg Ti Mn V Partial Digest ICP-MS Individual Elements Element DL ppb Element DL ppb TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL9 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL9 Ag Nd As Ni 0.02ppm 0.2ppm 0.4ppm Au Pb 0.02ppm 0.2ppm 0.4ppm Ba 0.02ppm 0.2ppm 0.4ppm Pd Be Pr Bi Pt Cd Sb Ce Se Co Sm Cu 0.02ppm 0.2ppm 0.4ppm Sn Dy Ta Er Tb Eu Te Ga Th Ge Tl Hf Tm Ho U In W La Y Li Yb Lu Zn 0.2ppm 2ppm 4ppm Mo Zr Nb Partial Digest AAS Individual Elements Element DL ppb Element DL ppb TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL9 TL1 TL6 TL8 TL7 TL9 Zn Description Code Price TerraLeach / ICP first element TL1, TL6, TL7, TL8 or TL9/OM $20.00 TerraLeach / AAS first element TL4/AA $20.50 / secondary instrument first element $8.50 / per additional ICP element $1.00 / per additional AAS element $2.50 Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 20

21 Biogeochemistry Plants can be sophisticated geochemical samplers and the analysis of plant tissue can be used as a guide to the underlying geology, which may be particularly useful in areas of transported cover. Samples are easy and cheap to collect and have a low environmental impact. The levels of metals in plant tissues are low, compared with soil, so care must be taken not to contaminate the samples. Sites away from human activity or its effects are preferred. All plant tissue (foliage, twigs, bark, flowers, seeds, litter) can be analysed, however, foliage and bark often give the strongest geochemical signature. An orientation study to determine the most useful species and tissue type to sample is recommended. Specific sampling techniques should be followed, please contact the laboratory for detailed instructions. Foliage is separated from the twigs and extraneous material removed from litter, as required, before being milled in specialised preparation equipment. The pulp is digested using a modified aqua regia digest and analysed by ICP-OES, MS and AAS. Multi-element analyses are the most useful for biogeochemical interpretation, so the full suite of elements is recommended. Detection limits for salt bush and other samples that are particularly enriched may be elevated due to sample matrix. Biogeochemistry Sample Preparation Various preparation options are available in combination with either the basic, standard or comprehensive biogeochemistry packages. Description Code Price Sorting and stripping of twigs and leaves per 100g BGSS $10.00 Vegetation sample preparation (Retsch Mills) BGMD01 $7.50 Biogeochemistry ICP-OES & ICP-MS Individual Elements All ICP-OES and ICP-MS elements are available individually. Please see tables below for elements and detection limits. Description Code Price Biogeochemistry / ICP first element BG/OM $12.00 / secondary instrument first element $7.50 / per additional elements $0.75 Basic Package Ag 5ppb - 10 Ga Sn Al 5-2% Hg 2ppb - 50 Ta 2ppb - 50 As In 1ppb - 50 Te 5ppb - 50 Au 0.5ppb - 10 La 2ppb Th 5ppb Be 5ppb - 50 Mo Tl 2ppb - 50 Bi 2ppb Ni U 0.5ppb Cd 2ppb - 50 Pb V Ce 5ppb Pd 2ppb - 10 W Co Pt 1ppb - 10 Zn Cr Re 0.5ppb - 50 Cu S 5-1% Fe 5-5% Sb 5ppb Biogeochemistry basic package Modified aqua regia digest / ICP-OES & ICP-MS BG/OM03 $30.00 Exploration Geochemistry Standard Package Ag 5ppb - 10 Gd 0.5ppb - 50 Pt 1ppb - 10 Al 5-2% Hf 2ppb - 50 Rb As Hg 2ppb - 50 Re 0.5ppb - 50 Au 0.5ppb - 10 In 1ppb - 50 S 5-1% B K 10-5% Sn Ba % La 2ppb Sr Be 5ppb - 50 Li Te 5ppb - 50 Bi 2ppb Mg 10-2% Th 5ppb Ca 20-5% Mn Ti Cd 2ppb - 50 Mo Tl 2ppb - 50 Ce 5ppb Na 20-5% U 0.5ppb Co Nb 5ppb - 50 V Cr Nd 2ppb W Cs 1ppb - 50 Ni Y 5ppb - 50 Cu P Zn Fe 5-5% Pb Zr Ga Pd 2ppb - 10 Biogeochemistry standard package Modified aqua regia digest / ICP-OES & ICP-MS BG/OM10 $

22 Comprehensive Package Ag 5ppb - 10 Hg 2ppb - 50 Sb 5ppb Al 5-2% Ho 0.1ppb - 50 Sc As In 1ppb - 50 Se Au 0.5ppb - 10 K 10-5% Sm 1ppb B La 2ppb Sn Ba % Li Sr Be 5ppb - 50 Lu 0.1ppb - 50 Ta 2ppb - 50 Bi 2ppb Mg 10-2% Tb 0.5ppb - 50 Ca 20-5% Mn Te 5ppb - 50 Cd 2ppb - 50 Mo Th 5ppb Ce 5ppb Na 20-5% Ti Co Nb 5ppb - 50 Tl 2ppb - 50 Cr Nd 2ppb Tm 0.5ppb - 50 Cs 1ppb - 50 Ni U 0.5ppb Cu P V Dy 0.5ppb - 50 Pb W Er 0.5ppb - 50 Pd 2ppb - 10 Y 5ppb - 50 Eu 0.2ppb - 50 Pr 1ppb Yb 0.5ppb - 50 Fe 5-5% Pt 1ppb - 10 Zn Ga Rb Zr Gd 0.5ppb - 50 Re 0.5ppb - 50 Hf 2ppb - 50 S 5-1% Biogeochemistry Comprehensive package Modified aqua regia digest / ICP-OES & ICP-MS BG/OM20 $50.00 Biogeochemistry AAS Individual Elements Element Range ppm Finish Element Range ppm Finish Element Range ppm Finish Cu AAS Hg 1ppb AAS Mn AAS Ni AAS Zn AAS Modified aqua regia digest / AAS first element BG/AA $12.00 /per additional element $2.50 /Hg BG/AA11 $10.00 For environmental monitoring water analysis please refer to page 38. Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples 22

23 Ores & Commodities The methods offered under Ores and Commodities are typically used in advanced exploration and for the evaluation of specific targets. The diverse suite of methods offered include those used for base metal and industrial mineral resource estimation as well as fusion methods useful for characterisation of geological samples in late stage exploration programs where total dissolution of the samples is required. Many techniques listed under this section are suitable for trade related shipment analyses and may be offered separately or in conjunction with our surveying and sampling services. Please contact the laboratory for details and pricing. Analytical options and commodities include: Advanced Exploration Ores and High Grade Materials Base Metals Iron Ore - Including Davis Tube Recovery Aluminium Ore Chromite Ore Nickel Laterite Ore Manganese Ore Uranium Rare Earth Elements Industrial Minerals Refractory Minerals Ores & Commodities Advanced Exploration For advanced exploration projects, a number of fusion techniques are offered for the accurate major, minor and trace element determination of ores and commodities. Two principal fusion methods are offered which are the lithium borate fusions done in platinum (FB6/) and the sodium peroxide fusions which are done in either nickel (FP6/) or zirconium crucibles (FP1/). The product of the fusion is dissolved and can be read on both ICP-OES and ICP-MS. Fusions done in platinum have the advantage that the crucible metal is not imparted to the fusion product in significant amounts. Since the flux does not contain sodium, all the major elements can be quantified using ICP-OES. The principal disadvantage of a borate fusion is that it is not suitable for certain samples types. The flux is non-oxidising and the presence of any reduced species and certain metals in large amounts can damage the expensive platinum crucibles. Samples containing large amounts of copper, reduced sulphur such as sulphides, arsenides, metallics and organic matter are thus not suitable for fusion in platinum crucibles. Fusions done using a sodium peroxide flux cannot be used for the determination of sodium or the metal from which the crucible is manufactured and other metals which may be present in the crucible in significant amounts as well as elements that undergo spectral interference by these elements. In the case of a zirconium crucible, for example, zirconium, hafnium and phosphorus cannot be determined. In the case of a nickel crucible, nickel, chromium, cobalt and molybdenum cannot be determined. For the full range of elements available for the various fusion types, please refer to the tables from page 24. Fusion using sodium peroxide is, nonetheless, very robust and can be used on a wide range of materials which include highly refractory minerals such as cassiterite, columbite-tantalite as well as high grade sulphide ores and mattes. 23

24 Lithium borate fusion offers an aggressive digest suitable for almost all geological samples with the exception of those containing high sulphides. These should be analysed using the sodium peroxide options. The technique is optimised for accuracy at both high and low element concentrations. Major element analysis can be carried out by borate fusion with either ICP or XRF finishes. By ICP, using the same solutions, the minor elements may be analysed by ICP-OES and the trace elements by ICP-MS. Results for, Co, Cu, Mo, Ni, Pb, S & Zn are semi quantitative only by this fusion method. Lithium borate fusions are not a suitable technique when the sulphide sulphur and copper contents of the sample exceeds 2 and 1 per cent respectively. XRF is not a suitable finish for borate fusions where the total REE oxide content exceeds 1 per cent. Major Elements ICP-OES Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % SiO MgO Ba 50ppm - 5 TiO CaO Cr 20ppm - 5 Al 2 O Na 2 O S Fe 2 O K 2 O LOI 1000ºC MnO P 2 O Major package Li borate fusion / ICP-OES FB6/OE01 $40.00 Additional elements can be added to the Major Elements Package from the individual element tables below. Description Code Price Additional elements / ICP-OES FB6/OM $1.00 / first ICP-MS element FB6/OM $10.00 / additional ICP-MS elements FB6/OM $1.00 Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-OES Individual Elements Al 2 O % - 100% La 20-20% SiO % - 100% Ba 50-5% MgO 0.01% - 100% Sr 20-20% CaO 0.01% - 100% MnO 0.01% - 100% TiO % - 100% Ce % Na 2 O 0.01% - 100% V 10-5% Co 20-10% Nb 20-5% Y 40-50% Cr 20-5% Ni 20-10% Zn 20-10% Cu 20-10% P 2 O % - 100% Zr 10-50% Fe 2 O % - 100% S 0.01% - 30% K 2 O 0.01% - 100% Sc 10-5% Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-MS Individual Elements Ba 0.5-5% Ho 0.1-2% Sn 1-5% Be 0.5-2% La % Sr % Ce % Lu 0.1-1% Ta 0.1-5% Co % Mo 1-1% Tb 0.1-2% Cs 0.1-1% Nb 0.1-5% Th 0.1-2% Dy 0.1-5% Nd % Tm 0.1-1% Er 0.1-5% Pb 5-10% U % Eu 0.1-5% Pr % W 1-5% Ga 0.5-5% Rb 0.1-5% Y % Gd % Sb 0.5-2% Yb 0.1-5% Hf 0.1-5% Sm % Zr 1-50% Description Code Price Lithium borate fusion / ICP first element FB6/OM $25.00 / secondary instrument first element $10.00 / per additional element $1.00 Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 24

25 Sodium peroxide fusions offer total dissolution of the sample and can be performed in either nickel or zirconium crucibles to preclude the presence of unwanted contaminant metals allowing different element suites to be tailored for various purposes. Sodium peroxide fusions are useful for samples in which the elements of interest are hosted in minerals that may resist acid digestions. These include, amongst others, minerals and ores containing rare earth elements (REE), high field strength elements (HFSE), Sn, W, Ti and V. Zirconium Crucible Fusion ICP-OES Individual Elements Suitable for some Major Elements, Boron & Base Metals. Al % Fe % Sc 20-5% B 50-10% K % Si 0.1% - 50% Ca 0.1% - 70% Mg % Ti % Co 20-20% Mn 20-75% V 20-20% Cr 50-40% Ni 20-70% Zn 20-70% Cu 20-70% S % Zirconium Crucible Fusion ICP-MS Individual Elements As 20-20% In 0.1-5% Sn % Ba 1-2% Li 1-20% Sr 20-20% Be 1-2% Mo 1-10% Ta % Bi % Nb 2-30% Te 2-2% Cd 10-5% Pb 20-70% Th 0.1-2% Co 1-20% Rb 0.5-5% Tl 0.5-2% Cs 0.1-1% Re 0.1-1% U % Ga 1-5% Sb % W 1-50% Ge 1-0.1% Se 20-2% Y % Description Code Price Sodium peroxide fusion Zr crucible / ICP first element FP1/OM $21.00 / secondary instrument first element $8.00 / per additional element $1.00 Nickel Crucible Fusion ICP-OES Individual Elements Suitable for Some Major Elements and Boron. Al % K % S % B 50-10% La 50-20% Sc 20-5% Ca 0.1% - 70% Mg % Si 0.1% - 50% Ce % Mn 0.2% - 75% Ti % Fe % P % V 50-20% Ores & Commodities Nickel Crucible Fusion ICP-MS Individual Elements Suitable for REE & HSFE. Ag 5-2% Ho 0.1-2% Sn 2-50% As 20-20% In 0.1-5% Sr 20-20% Ba 1-2% La % Ta % Be 1-2% Li 5-20% Tb 0.1-2% Bi % Lu 0.1-1% Te 1-2% Cd 1-5% Nb 10-30% Th 0.1-2% Ce % Nd % Tl 0.5-2% Cs 0.1-1% Pb 20-70% Tm 0.1-1% Dy 0.1-5% Pr % U % Er 0.1-5% Rb 0.5-5% W 1-50% Eu 0.1-5% Re 0.1-1% Y % Ga 1-5% Sb % Yb 0.1-5% Gd 0.1-5% Se 20-2% Zr 5-50% Hf 0.1-5% Sm % Description Code Price Sodium peroxide fusion Ni crucible / ICP first element FP6/OM $25.00 / secondary instrument first element $8.00 / per additional element $

26 Ores & High Grade Materials High grade sulphide ores are readily quantified using a 4 acid digest with an instrument finish that may include ICP-OES, ICP-MS or AAS. The digestion process is specially formulated to retain low-solubility elements such as Pb and Ag in solution at higher concentrations, and is a near total dissolution. Elements incorporated in highly refractory minerals may not be completely dissolved. An AAS finish is a cost effective way of analysing a limited suite of elements, whereas ICP-OES allows for the accurate determination of the major ore chemistry as well as lower level characterisation of other elements. Four Acid Ore Grade AAS Individual Elements Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Ag 5ppm ppm Cu Pb Cd 5ppm - 5 Fe Zn Co Ni Ore grade 4 acid digest / AAS first element 4AH/AA $13.00 / per additional element $2.50 Four Acid Ore Grade ICP-OES Individual Elements Ag Fe % Sb 50-10% Al % K % Sc 20-1% As 50-20% Mg % Sr 10-10% Ba 20-2% Mn 10-50% Te 50-2% Bi 50-10% Mo 20-10% Ti 50-5% Ca % Na % Tl 50-2% Cd 10-5% Ni 10-70% V 20-5% Co 10-20% P % Y 20-1% Cr 50-5% Pb 50-70% Zn 10-70% Cu 10-70% S % Zr Ore grade 4 acid digest / ICP-OES first element 4AH/OM $18.00 / per additional element $0.75 Lower detection limits are available on this digest for some elements by ICP-MS POA Base Metals Aqua regia digest and four acid digest base metal packages may be useful for the accurate low level characterisation of base metals. Both AAS and ICP-OES finishes may be employed as well as a number of more specialist techniques. Aqua regia is generally quantitative for elements in a sulphide association, but will only partially digest silicates and refractory oxides. A four acid digest will, however, digest most silicates, oxides, carbonates and sulphides. Elements such as Ni and Co may have both a sulphide and a silicate association requiring a four acid digest for complete recovery. To complement the base metal exploration packages, an equivalent ore grade packages is offered with AAS and ICPOES finishes. These options offer a robust, accurate technique in which the chemistry of diverse base metal ores can be determined for resource quality data. To further characterise the many styles of base metal mineralisation, a comprehensive list of elements is available under Exploration Geochemistry from page 11. Base Metal Packages Base Metal Aqua Regia Exploration AAS Package Ag Ni 1-1% Zn 1-1% Cu 1-1% Pb Base metal exploration package 1g aqua regia digest / AAS AR01/AA41 $15.00 Base Metal Four Acid Exploration AAS Package Ag Ni 2-2% Zn 1-2% Cu 1-2% Pb 5-1% Base metal exploration package 4 acid digest / AAS 4A/AA41 $20.00 Base Metal Four Acid Ore Grade AAS Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Ag 5ppm ppm Ni Zn Cu Pb Base metal ore grade package 4 acid digest / AAS 4AH/AA41 $

27 Chalcophile Packages Chalcophile Aqua Regia Exploration ICP-OES Package Ag Fe 0.01% - 50% Sb As Mn 1-1% Te Bi Mo Tl Cd Ni 1-1% Zn 1-1% Co Pb Cu 1-1% S 50-5% Chalcophile exploration package 1g aqua regia digest / ICP-OES AR01/OE51 $19.00 Chalcophile Four Acid Exploration ICP-OES Package Ag Fe % Sb 5-1% As Mn 1-2% Te Bi 2-1% Mo 2-1% Tl Cd Ni 1-2% Zn 1-2% Co 1-1% Pb 5-1% Cu 1-2% S 50-10% Chalcophile exploration package 4 acid digest / ICP-OES 4A/OE51 $22.50 Chalcophile Four Acid Ore Grade ICP-OES Package Ag Fe % Sb 50-10% As 50-20% Mn 10-50% Te 50-2% Bi 50-10% Mo 20-10% Tl 50-2% Cd 10-5% Ni 10-70% Zn 10-70% Co 10-20% Pb 50-70% Cu 10-70% S % Chalcophile ore grade package 4 acid digest / ICP-OES 4AH/OE51 $24.00 Ores & Commodities Specialised Methods Analyte Description Code Price Acid soluble Cu Dilute H 2 SO 4 leach / AAS AS/AA $15.00 Cyanide soluble Cu Ambient temperature cyanide leach / AAS CU1/AA $12.00 Pb 2 acid digestion for screening high grade samples 2A/AA42 $6.50 Sulphide associated Ni Peroxide, ascorbic acid leach / AAS NI1/AA $20.00 Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 27

28 Iron Ore X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy (XRF) is the preferred method of analysis for iron ore samples. Accuracy, long term reproducibility and high throughput means XRF is unparalleled in the modern geochemical laboratory for the analysis of the major components of iron ores. Pulverised samples are fused with a lithium borate flux and cast into disks using semi or fully automated technology. The use of fusion disks eliminates physical effects such as particle size and reduces matrix effects which can compromise the accuracy of XRF analysis. High quality data is produced using either simultaneous or sequential wavelength dispersive instrumentation. Loss on ignition (LOI) is determined by the use of Thermo Gravimetric Analysis (TGA). Single point LOI is determined at 1000ºC and is included in the iron ore packages. Customised multiple point LOI determinations are available on request. Multi point LOI are culmative unless otherwise requested. Basic Iron Ore XRF Package Suitable for exploration and resource modeling this suite is intended to quantify the essential major and minor oxide components of an iron ore sample. Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Fe MgO SiO Al 2 O MnO TiO CaO Na 2 O V 2 O Cr 2 O P LOI 1000ºC K 2 O S Fe ore basic package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF10 $35.00 LOI per additional temperature point FB1/XRF10-1 $2.50 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Extended Suite Packages Suitable for exploration and resource modeling as well as quantification of additional accessory and deleterious elements. These elements are less abundant in most iron ores however they may affect the quality of the ore if present in significant quantities. This suite is available in two packages offering standard and lower detection limits. Iron Ore Extended Suite Standard Detection Limits XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Fe K 2O Sn Al 2O MgO Sr As MnO TiO BaO Na 2O V 2O CaO Ni Zn Cl P Zr Co Pb LOI 1000ºC Cr 2O S Cu SiO Fe ore extended package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF11 $40.00 LOI per additional temperature point FB1/XRF11-1 $2.50 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Iron Ore Extended Suite Low Detection Limits XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Fe K 2O Sn Al 2O MgO Sr As MnO TiO BaO Na 2O V 2O CaO Ni Zn Cl P Zr Co Pb LOI 1000ºC Cr 2O S Cu SiO Fe ore extended LDL package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF12 $45.00 LOI per additional temperature point FB1/XRF12-1 $2.50 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply 28

29 Iron Ore Continued Additional methods Element Description DL Code Price FeO Acid digestion / titration 0.1% AD71/VOL $50.00 Davis Tube Recovery Davis Tube Recovery has been utilised in the Iron Ore Industry since 1940 to simulate plant recoveries of ferromagnetic concentrates. Optimisation of Magnetic Field Strength (Gauss) and Grind Size allow evaluation of recoveries of ferromagnetic products. The magnetic and non-magnetic recoveries can then be analysed by Lithium Metaborate Fusion and XRF to determine chemical composition. Procedures are very ore specific and clients should contact Intertek Genalysis Management to discuss your requirements further. Aluminium Ore (Bauxite) XRF analysis of bauxite is the preferred method to return total values of the component oxides such as alumina and silica. A single point LOI is done at 1000 C. As bauxites are highly hygroscopic, all data is corrected to the dry sample. Of more fundamental importance are the available alumina and reactive silica components of the bauxite ores. The available alumina is the alumina component that can be extracted using the sodium hydroxide leaching Bayer process. The reactive silica is the silica component that dissolves in the Bayer process and reacts with some of the dissolved alumina and sodium hydroxide, whereby both alumina and sodium are lost to the process. Reactive silica and available alumina are determined in the Perth dedicated bauxite analysis facility. Bauxite XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Al 2 O MgO TiO BaO MnO V 2 O CaO Na 2 O ZrO Cr 2 O P 2 O LOI 1000ºC Fe 2 O SiO K 2 O SO Bauxite package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF30 $35.00 Ores & Commodities Bayer Leach Procedure Element Description DL Code Price AAl 2 O 3, RxSiO 2 Hydroxide 145 C / ICP-OES* 0.10% BX1/OE $22.00 Na 2 C 2 O 4, Na 2 SO 4 Oxalates and sulphates by Ion Chromatography 0.01% BX1/IC $27.00 * Alternate temperatures are available on request. Bayer Leach Package Element Description DL Code Price AAl 2 O 3, RxSiO 2 Hydroxide 145 C / ICP-OES* 0.10% Na 2 C 2 O 4, Na 2 SO 4 Oxalates and sulphates by Ion Chromatography 0.01% BX1/202 $37.00 * Alternate temperatures are available on request 29

30 Chromite Ore Chromium ores are usually found associated with ultramafic rocks and may be accurately analysed by fusion XRF with a single point LOI (1000 C). The highly refractory nature of chromite ores requires a specialist approach in the fusion process to ensure that the spinel structure is decomposed and the entire sample is dissolved in the fusion disk. The LOI is usually negative in higher grade ores due to the oxidation of ferrous iron in the spinel structure. The major element analysis can be used to classify the chromite ore. Chromite Ore XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Cr 2 O MgO SO Al 2 O MnO TiO CaO Na 2 O V 2 O Fe 2 O P 2 O LOI 1000ºC K 2 O SiO Cr ore package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF35 $55.00 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Fusion ICP-OES options are also available for single and selected elements under Advanced Exploration from page 22. Nickel Laterite Ores The oxidised nature of nickel laterite ore and the low sulphur contents make XRF with a single point LOI an ideal technique for the chemical characterisation of these ores. XRF can accurately quantify the nickel and cobalt contents of the ore, important trace elements such as copper and zinc, as well as the major oxide components which are used to classify the laterite ore type. Nickel laterite ores can be hygroscopic with high moisture contents. Moisture is therefore corrected for routinely and all results are reported on a dry basis. Nickel Laterite Ore XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Ni Fe 2 O SiO Co K 2 O SO Al 2 O MgO TiO CaO MnO Zn Cu Na 2 O LOI 1000ºC Cr 2 O P 2 O Ni laterite package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF40 $35.00 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Fusion ICP-OES options are also available for single and selected elements under Advanced Exploration from page 22. Manganese Ore XRF, with a single point LOI (1000 C), is routinely used in the accurate quantification of the chemical components of manganese ores. A complete suite is analysed which includes lead and barium. These two elements can be important components of the ore and the concentrations of these elements are required to do the requisite matrix corrections in the XRF analysis. Manganese Ore XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Mn Fe 2 O SiO Al 2 O K 2 O SO BaO MgO TiO CaO Na 2 O V 2 O Cr 2 O P 2 O LOI 1000ºC Cu Pb Mn ore package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF25 $45.00 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Fusion ICP-OES options are also available for single and selected elements under Advanced Exploration from page

31 Uranium Most jurisdictions have regulations that govern the treatment and handling of naturally occurring radioactive materials (NORM). Our laboratories are registered to receive and treat NORM samples and have stringent procedures in place to protect workers and ensure compliance with regulations. For the accurate low level quantification of uranium and thorium, ICP-MS is the preferred technique. Ore grade uranium samples can be accurately quantified using XRF techniques, taking advantage of the excellent precision and accuracy of fusion XRF. Uranium Exploration Packages U Four Acid Exploration ICP-OES & MS Package As 0.5-1% K 20-10% Se 0.5-1% Bi % La Th Ca 50-40% Mo 0.1-1% U % Co 0.1-1% Ni 1-2% V 1-1% Cu 1-2% Pb 0.5-1% Fe % S 50-15% U exploration package 4 acid digest / ICP-OES & ICP-MS 4A/OM47 $30.50 Further low level exploration options for uranium can be found in the Exploration Geochemistry section on page 11. Uranium Ore Grade Packages U Four Acid Ore Grade ICP-OES & MS Package As 10-20% K % Se 10-2% Bi % La 0.5-2% Th 0.5-1% Ca % Mo 1-10% U % Co 10-20% Ni 10-70% V 20-5% Cu 10-70% Pb 10-70% Fe % S % U ore grade package 4 acid digest / ICP-OES & ICP-MS 4AH/OM47 $33.00 U Lithium Borate Ore Grade ICP-OES & MS Package Ca % La % Th 0.1-2% Co % Mo 1-1% U % Cu 20-10% Ni 20-10% V 10-5% Fe % Pb 5-10% K % S % U ore grade package Lithium borate / ICP-OES & ICP-MS FB6/OM20 $40.00 Ores & Commodities U Nickel Crucible Fusion ICP-MS Package Element Range ppm U % U Sodium peroxide fusion / ICP-MS FP6/MS45 $25.00 U Ore Grade XRF Package Element Range % U % U Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF45 $45.00 Fusion ICP options are also available for single and selected elements under Advanced Exploration from page 22. Legend Complete recovery for most samples Near complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 31

32 Rare Earth Elements The refractory nature of many of the minerals which host rare earth elements (REE) make fusion followed by a combination ICP-OES and ICP-MS an ideal technique for the accurate characterisation of REE ores along with important major, minor and trace components. Fusions, using either sodium peroxide or lithium borate flux, ensure the complete digestion of all minerals giving total elemental analyses. All data is checked for consistency using chondrite normalised plots. Extended REE package including major elements is available on request, POA. A wider selection of elements including Cs, Rb, Ba, Sr, V and Sc can also be found under Advanced Exploration from page 22. Low level options can be found packaged under Lithogeochemistry on page 33 or are available as individual elements under Exploration Geochemistry from page 11. REE Mineralisation Na Peroxide Fusion ICP-MS Package La % Ho 0.1-2% Ta % Ce % Er 0.1-5% Hf 0.1-5% Pr % Tm 0.1-1% Zr 5-50% Nd % Yb 0.1-5% Sn 2-50% Sm % Lu 0.1-1% W 1-50% Eu 0.1-5% Y % Li 1-20% Gd 0.1-5% Th 0.1-2% Be 1-2% Tb 0.1-2% U % Ga 1-5% Dy 0.1-5% Nb 10-30% REE Package by Na peroxide fusion Ni crucible / ICP-MS FP6/MS33 $45.00 REE Mineralisation Li Borate Fusion ICP-MS Package La % Ho 0.1-2% Nb 0.1-5% Ce % Er 0.1-5% Ta 0.1-5% Pr % Tm 0.1-1% Hf 0.1-5% Nd % Yb 0.1-5% Zr 1-50% Sm % Lu 0.1-1% Sn 1-5% Eu 0.1-5% Y % W 1-5% Gd 0.1-5% Th 0.1-2% Ga 0.5-5% Tb 0.1-2% Be 0.5-2% Dy 0.1-5% U % REE Package by Li borate fusion / ICP-MS FB6/MS34 $45.00 Suitable for majors, particulary where REE mineralisation is greater than 1%. REE XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % La 2 O Y 2 O MgO CeO U 3 O MnO Pr 6 O ThO Na 2 O Nd 2 O Al 2 O P 2 O Sm 2 O CaO SiO Eu 2 O Fe 2 O SO Gd 2 O K 2 O TiO REE Package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF74 $60.00 Additional analyses Element Description DL Code Price F Carbonate fusion / SIE 50ppm FC7/SIE $

33 Industrial Minerals XRF is a very useful technique for the analysis of diverse rock types and is the favored routine method for the full chemical characterisation of assorted industrial mineral feedstocks and products such as attapulgite kaolinite, pyrophyllite, limestone, dolomite, phosphates, cement, mica and feldspar. Clays, Limestones & Dolomites XRF Packages Clay, Limestone & Dolomite Package - suitable for samples containing <500ppm uranium. Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Al 2 O MgO SO CaO MnO TiO Cr 2 O Na 2 O LOI 1000 C Fe 2 O P 2 O K 2 O SiO Clay minerals package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF50 $35.00 Limestone & dolomites package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF60 $35.00 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Phosphates Phosphate Majors XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Al 2 O MgO SO CaO MnO TiO Cr 2 O Na 2 O LOI 1000 C Fe 2 O P 2 O K 2 O SiO Phosphate majors package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF55 $35.00 Please contact us as volume discounts may apply Penalty and Beneficial Elements Four Acid ICP-MS Package As Pb Y Cd Sm Yb Ce Th La U % Penalty & beneficial package 4 acid digest / ICP-MS 4A/MS55 $27.50 Ores & Commodities Additional Elements Element Description DL Code Price Hg Controlled temperature acid digest / ICP-MS 0.2ppm HG1/MS $13.00 F Carbonate fusion / SIE 50ppm FC7/SIE $36.00 Complete Phosphate Package Element Description Code Price Major: Al 2 O 3, CaO, Cr 2 O 3, Fe 2 O 3, K 2 O, MgO, Li borate fusion / XRF MnO, Na 2 O, P 2 O 5, SiO 2, SO 3, TiO 2, LOI Penalty & beneficial: As, Cd, Ce, La, Pb, Sm, Th, 4 acid digest / ICP-MS U, Y, Yb P/201 $ Hg Controlled temperature digest / ICP-MS F Carbonate fusion / SIE 33

34 Refractory Minerals Fusion techniques ensure the total dissolution of almost all minerals and thus facilitate the accurate XRF analysis of elements that are hosted in refractory mineral species. Detection limits may be higher than the equivalent acid digestions however the decomposition is ensured. This is particularly important with elements that are hosted in very refractory minerals that may not decompose in four acid digests such as rutile, ilmenite, zircon, certain garnet species, some spinels, columbite-tantalite, cassiterite and wolframite. Cassiterite XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % SnO K 2 O SiO WO MgO SO Al 2 O MnO TiO CaO Na 2 O Fe 2 O P 2 O Cassiterite Package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF70 $50.00 Mineral Sand - Zircon XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % ZrO K 2 O SiO HfO MgO SO Al 2 O MnO TiO CaO Na 2 O V 2 O Fe 2 O P 2 O Mineral Sand Zircon Package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF71 $50.00 Mineral Sand - Rutile XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % TiO Fe 2 O P 2 O V 2 O K 2 O SiO Al 2 O MgO SO CaO MnO ZrO Cr 2 O Na 2 O Mineral Sand Rutile Package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF72 $50.00 Tantalites XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % Ta 2 O CaO Na 2 O Nb 2 O Fe 2 O P 2 O SnO K 2 O SiO WO MgO SO Al 2 O MnO TiO Tantalites Package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF73 $55.00 Tungsten Ores XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % WO K 2 O SiO MoO MgO SO Al 2 O MnO TiO CaO Na 2 O Fe 2 O P 2 O Tungsten Ore Package Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF75 $

35 Lithogeochemistry Lithogeochemical studies require the full characterisation of rock samples. Many applications require the accurate analysis of both mobile and immobile elements that can assist in identifying precursor rock types and quantification of any geological processes that may have affected them. Lithogeochemistry is also useful for geochemical fingerprinting, quantification of crystal fractionation, identifying regolith processes and for stratigraphic correlation. Several analytical techniques are used including both fusion and four acid digests with XRF, ICP-OES and ICP-MS finishes. These methods produce data of highest quality that is suitable for exploration, research, publication and geochemical modeling purposes. Lithium borate fusion offers a relatively low temperature, aggressive digest that dissolves almost all geological samples while limiting losses due to volatilisation. This technique is optimised for a wide range of element concentrations. Major element analysis can be carried out by borate fusion with either ICP-OES or XRF finishes. XRF is the more precise option however highly mineralised samples may be more amenable to an ICP-OES finish. Additional elements may be analysed by ICP-OES and/or ICP-MS. Upper and lower limits may vary with instrument type and sample matrix. Lithium borate fusions are not a suitable technique when the sulphide sulphur and copper contents of the sample exceeds 2 and 1 per cent respectively. XRF is not a suitable finish for borate fusions where the total REE oxide content exceeds 1 per cent. Whole Rock Lithium Borate Fusion XRF Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % SiO MgO BaO TiO CaO Cr 2 O Al 2 O Na 2 O SO Fe 2 O K 2 O LOI 1000 C MnO P 2 O Whole rock Li borate fusion / XRF FB1/XRF20 $40.00 Whole Rock Lithium Borate Fusion ICS-OES Package Element Range % Element Range % Element Range % SiO MgO Ba TiO CaO Cr Al 2 O Na 2 O S Fe 2 O K 2 O LOI 1000ºC MnO P 2 O Whole rock Li borate fusion / ICP-OES FB6/OE01 $40.00 Lithogeochemistry Rare Earth Element (REE) Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-MS Package La % Eu 0.1-5% Er 0.1-5% Ce % Gd 0.1-5% Tm 0.1-1% Pr % Tb 0.1-2% Yb 0.1-5% Nd % Dy 0.1-5% Lu 0.1-1% Sm % Ho 0.1-2% REE Li borate fusion / ICP-MS FB6/MS61 $35.00 REE add on ICP-MS package as add ons POA High Field Strength Element (HFSE) Lithium Borate Fusion ICP-MS Package Analyte Range ppm Analyte Range ppm Analyte Range ppm Hf 0.1-5% Ta 0.1-5% Y % Nb 0.1-5% Th 0.1-2% Zr 1-50% HFSE Li borate fusion / ICP-MS FB6/MS63 $27.00 HFSE add on ICP-MS package as add ons POA 35

36 Minor & Trace Elements Li Borate Fusion ICP-OES & MS Package Analyte Range ppm Analyte Range ppm Analyte Range ppm Ba 0.5-5% Rb 0.1-5% U % Cr 20-5% Sc 10-5% V 10-5% Cs 0.1-1% Sn 1-5% W 1-5% Ga 0.1-1% Sr % Minor & trace Li borate fusion / ICP-OES & ICP-MS FB6/OM65 $42.00 Minor & trace add on ICP-MS package as add ons POA Base Metals and Trace Elements Four Acid ICP-OES & MS Package Ag Ge Sb % As 0.5-1% In Se 0.5-1% Be Li Te Bi % Mo 0.1-1% Tl Cd Ni 0.5-2% Zn 1-2% Co 0.1-1% Pb 0.5-1% Cu 0.5-2% Re Base metals & trace 4 acid digest / ICP-MS & ICP-OES 4A/OM67 $34.00 Low Level Methods by Combined Digest ICP-OES & ICP-MS Combined digest offers a combination of low detection limits and complete dissolution by fusing the residue of four acid digest with lithium borate and recombining this with the acid digest solution. This package is useful for the lithogeochemical characterisation of ultramafic rocks, where REE and tantalum, in particular, are present in very low concentrations which may be close to or below the detection limit of the lithium borate fusion method alone. Rare Earth Element (REE) Combined Digest ICP-MS Package La Eu Er Ce Gd Tm Pr Tb Yb Nd Dy Lu Sm Ho REE Combined digest / ICP-MS CD/MS68 $53.00 REE add on ICP-MS package as add on to either CD/MS70 or CD/MS72 CD/MS69 $33.00 High Field Strength Element (HFSE) Combined Digest ICP-MS Package Hf Ta Y Nb Th Zr HFSE Combined digest / ICP-MS CD/MS70 $45.00 HFSE add on ICP-MS package as add on to either CD/MS68 or CD/MS72 CD/MS71 $

37 Trace Elements Combined Digest ICP-OES & MS Package Ag Ge Sn As 0.5-5% In Sr % Ba Mo Te Be Ni 2-5% Tl Bi Pb 5-5% U % Cd Rb V 2-1% Co 0.2-1% Re W Cs Sb 0.1-3% Zn 5-5% Cu 2-10% Sc Ga Se Trace elements Combined digest / ICP-OES & ICP-MS CD/OM72 $73.00 Trace add on ICP-OES & ICP-MS package as add on to either CD/MS68 or CD/MS70 CD/OM73 $53.00 Additional Analyses Carbon and Sulphur Analysis Element Description Range Code Price C,S Total carbon & sulphur by CS analyser 0.01% - 40% CSA03 $24.00 Platinum Group Elements by Fire Assay ICP-MS Element Description DL Code Price Au, Pt, Pd Fire assay / ICP-MS 1ppb FA25/MS $21.00 Au, Pt, Pd, Ir, Os, Rh, Ru NiS fire assay / ICP-MS 1ppb (Au 2ppb) NS25/MS $99.00 Mercury Analysis by Cold Vapour AAS Element Description DL Code Price Hg Specialised acid digest / cold vapour AAS 1ppb AR01/CV $15.00 Fluoride Analysis by Selective Ion Electrode Element Description DL Code Price F Carbonate fusion / SIE 50ppm FC7/SIE $36.00 Lithogeochemistry Ferrous Iron Element Description DL Code Price FeO Acid digestion / titration 0.1% AD71/VOL $50.00 Chloride Element Description DL Code Price Cl Carbonate leach / colorimetry 0.02% CL1/COL $36.50 Boron Element Description DL Code Price B Sodium peroxide fusion / ICP-OES 50ppm - 10% FP1/OM $21.00 Legend Complete recovery for most samples Not complete recovery 37

38 Lithogeochemical Packages Customised packages are available on request to ensure selection of the best analytical options for your application. General characterisation packages are listed for convenient and cost effective selection. Please contact our technical staff for individual consultation. Element Description Code Price Whole rock: SiO 2, TiO 2, Al 2O 3, Fe 2O 3, MnO, MgO, CaO, Na 2O, K 2O, P 2O 5, Ba, Cr, S, LOI REE: La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu HFSE: Hf, Nb, Th, Ta, Y, Zr Trace elements: Ba, Cr, Cs, Ga, Rb, Sc, Sn, Sr, U, V, W Lithium borate fusion ICP-OES & ICP-MS LITH/203 $80.00 Element Description Code Price Whole rock: SiO 2, TiO 2, Al 2O 3, Fe 2O 3, MnO, MgO, CaO, Lithium borate fusion XRF LITH/204X $ Na 2O, K 2O, P 2O 5, BaO, Cr 2O 3, SO 3, LOI (or ICP-OES) (LITH/204OE) ($125.00) REE: La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu HFSE: Hf, Nb, Th, Ta, Y, Zr Trace elements: Ba, Cr, Cs, Ga, Rb, Sc, Sn, Sr, U, V, W Ag, As, Be, Bi, Cd, Co, Cu, Ge, In, Li, Mo, Ni, Pb, Re, Sb, Se, Te, Tl, Zn C, S CS Analyser Lithium borate fusion ICP-OES & ICP-MS 4 acid digestion ICP-OES & MS Au, Pt, Pd as additional elements Fire Assay/ ICP-MS LITH/205X $ (LITH/205OE) ($145.00) Hg, F, Cl, B, PGE, FeO are available as optional elements to this package at an additional cost Element Description Code Price Whole rock: SiO 2, TiO 2, Al 2O 3, Fe 2O 3, MnO, MgO, CaO, Lithium borate fusion XRF LITH/206X $ Na 2O, K 2O, P 2O 5, BaO, Cr 2O 3, SO 3, LOI (or ICP-OES) (LITH/206OE) REE: La, Ce, Pr, Nd, Sm, Eu, Gd, Tb, Dy, Ho, Er, Tm, Yb, Lu HFSE: Hf, Nb, Th, Ta, Y, Zr Trace elements: Ag, As, Ba, Be, Bi, Cd, Co, Cs, Cu, Ga, Ge, In, Mo, Ni, Pb, Rb, Re, Sb, Sc, Se, Sn, Sr, Te, Tl, U, V, W, Zn C, S CS Analyser Combined digest ICP-MS Combined digest ICP-MS Combined digest ICP-OES & ICP-MS Au, Pt, Pd as additional elements Fire Assay/ ICP-MS LITH/207X $ (LITH/207OE) Hg, F, Cl, B, PGE, FeO are available as optional elements to this package at an additional cost 38

39 Individual Methods Element Description DL Code Price Ba, Sr Fusion / ICP-OES first element 20ppm FP7/OE $27.00 Additional element $1.00 Barium in Barite EDTA extraction / ICP-OES 2ppm EDTA/OE $16.50 Cl Carbonate leach / colorimetry 0.02% CL1/COL $36.50 F Carbonate fusion / SIE 50ppm FC7/SIE $36.00 Hg Specialised acid digest / cold vapour AAS 1ppb AR01/CV $15.00 Hg Specialised acid digest / ICP-MS 0.2ppm HG1/MS $13.00 Hg* Specialised acid digest / cold vapour AAS 0.01ppm HG2/CV $20.00 *suitable for sample containing organic material Se Precipitation/ ICP-MS 0.01ppm SE1/MS $32.00 FeO Acid digestion / titration 0.1% AD71/VOL $50.00 Gravimetric Determinations Element Description DL Code Price LOD Loss on drying 0.01% LOD/GR $10.00 (105 C or client nominated temperature) LOI Loss on ignition 0.01% LOI/GR $10.00 (1000 C or client nominated temperatures) LOI Multiple temperatures each additional $2.50 SG Specific gravity / core and rocks uncoated SG/GR $15.00 SG Specific gravity / core and rocks wax coated SGW/GR $35.00 SG Pulp density (gas pycnometer method) SGP/PYC $8.50 SG Liquid specific gravity SGL/GR $20.00 Carbon and Sulphur Analysis Element Description DL Code Price C Total carbon by CS analyser 0.01% - 40% CSA01 $16.00 S Total sulphur by CS analyser 0.01% - 50% CSA02 $16.00 C,S Total carbon & sulphur by CS analyser 0.01% - 40% CSA03 $24.00 C non carbonate Weak acid digestion / CS analyser 0.01% 0.01% - 50% C71/CSA $35.00 C carbonate Acetic acid digestion / CS analyser 0.01% 0.01% - 50% C72/CSA $35.00 C graphitic Weak acid digestion, 420ºC roast / CS analyser 0.1% - 50% C73/CSA $30.00 S-SO 4 * HCl digest for soluble sulphates / ICP-OES 0.01% - 50% S71/OE $20.50 S-SO 4 * Carbonate extract for soluble sulphate/gravimetric 0.01% - 50% S72/GR $46.50 *May not include all Ba, Sr and Pb sulphates Acid Rock Drainage Package Individual Methods Element Description DL Code Price ANC Titrimetric measurement of acid consumption 1kgH 2 SO 4 /t NAG Titrimetric measurement of acid generation 1kgH 2 SO 4 /t by oxidation NAG ph ph of oxidised solution 0.1 S Carbon sulfur analyser 0.01% ph ph of 1:5 water extract 0.1 NAPP Net acid producing potential calculated 1kgH 2 SO 4 /t from ANC and S MPA Maximum potential acidity calculated from S 1kgH 2 SO 4 /t C Total carbon by CS analyser 0.01% - 50% ARD01 $

40 X-Ray Diffraction Powder X-ray diffraction (XRD) is an analytical technique primarily employed for the identification of crystalline materials, both natural and synthetic. Powder XRD is used in many areas where the identification of unknown materials is required; these include geological, environmental, material science, biological and industrial applications. The results given are either qualitative (descriptive of the sample make-up) or quantitative. Quantitative results can include the noncrystalline (amorphous) content. Sample Preparation XRD Pulverise Package Description Code Price Crush -2mm, rotary split 800g, pulverise 800g to 60um XRD13 $15.00 XRD Micronizing Package Description Code Price Micronizing XRD14 $15.00 XRD Pulverize and Micronize Package Description Code Price Crush -2mm, rotary split 800g, pulverise 800g to 75um, micronize XRD15 $20.00 Sample Analysis A number of qualitative and quantitative options are available. Please contact the laboratory to discuss. Qualitative Analysis Element Description Code Price QUALITATIVE Qualitative analysis for complete mineralogy XRDQual $95.00 Quantitative Analysis Element Description Code Price QUANTITATIVE Quantitative analysis for complete mineralogy (crystalline content only) XRDQuant $ QUANTITATIVE Quantitative analysis for complete mineralogy and amorphous content XRDQuant01 $ QUANTITATIVE Quantitative analysis for complete mineralogy and amorphous content XRDQuant02 $ (2 x Scan analysis) Water Analysis The analysis of natural water, extracts, effluents, process liquids and other samples supplied as aqueous solutions. The sampling of water sources provides useful information for environmental monitoring and exploration. When aqueous solution samples are received containing suspended or settled solids, the supernatant only is analysed (except for the determination of suspended solids and total solids), unless advice to the contrary is received. Analysis of Naturally Occurring Water 1) Detection limits assume direct analysis of sample as received or at minimum levels of dilution. 2) Detection limits for MS assume TDS <1000mg/l, and OES assume TDS <5000mg/L. Solutions which are more saline or highly mineralised will require dilution and detection limits will be increased. Upper limits may apply to some elements. Correct sampling and preservation of samples is critical. Please contact the laboratory for detailed instructions. Preparation charges may apply. Waters ICP-OES Individual Elements Element DL mg/l Element DL mg/l Element DL mg/l Ag 0.01 Cu 0.01 Pb 0.02 Al 0.01 Fe 0.01 S 0.1 As 0.02 K 0.1 Sc 0.01 B 0.01 Li 0.1 Si 0.05 Ba 0.01 Mg 0.01 Sn 0.1 Bi 0.1 Mn 0.01 Sr 0.01 Ca 0.01 Mo 0.01 Ti 0.01 Cd 0.01 Na 0.1 V 0.01 Co 0.01 Ni 0.01 Zn 0.01 Cr 0.01 P 0.1 Zr

41 Waters ICP-MS Individual Elements Element DL µg/l Element DL µg/l Element DL µg/l Ag 0.05 Hg 0.1 Se 0.2 As 0.05 Ho 0.01 Sm 0.01 Au 0.01 In 0.01 Sn 0.1 Ba 0.02 La 0.01 Sr 0.01 Be 0.05 Li 0.5 Ta 0.01 Bi 0.01 Lu 0.01 Tb 0.01 Cd 0.02 Mo 0.05 Te 0.1 Ce 0.01 Nb 0.01 Th 0.01 Co 0.05 Nd 0.01 Tl 0.01 Cs 0.01 Pb 0.1 Tm 0.01 Dy 0.01 Pd 0.05 U Er 0.01 Pr 0.01 W 0.05 Eu 0.01 Pt 0.02 Y 0.01 Ga 0.05 Rb 0.01 Yb 0.01 Gd 0.01 Re 0.01 Zr 0.02 Ge 0.05 Ru 0.01 Hf 0.01 Sb 0.05 Analysis for Ir and Rh / ICP first element $15.00 / first element secondary instrument $10.00 / per additional element $2.00 Element DL µg/l Finish Element DL µg/l Finish Element DL µg/l Finish Ir 0.01 ICP-MS Rh 0.01 ICP-MS Analysis for Br and I / ICP first element MS01 $15.00 / per additional element $2.00 Element DL µg/l Finish Element DL µg/l Finish Element DL µg/l Finish Br 5 ICP-MS I 0.1 ICP-MS / ICP first element MS02 $40.00 / per additional element $5.00 Individual Methods 41

42 Additional Services Environmental Services Intertek, through its subsidiary companies Northern Territory Environmental Laboratories (NTEL) and Probe, offers a full range of environmental water and soil analytical services to a variety of industries, including mining, manufacturing and government bodies throughout Australia and the world. These services include but are not limited to: Water and Seawater General water analysis major cation and anion analysis. Nutrient analysis (total, in solution and speciation) various methods available with sensitivities ranging from <1µg/l to mg/l levels. Trace metal analysis primarily ICP-MS with sensitivities ranging from ng/l to µg/l levels. Soils There are a large number of techniques used in the environmental analysis of soils. The Group offers the techniques which are considered standard by the industry including TCLP, SPOCS and ARD but will adopt specifically requested leach techniques to meet special requirements. Organics (Water and Soil) The Group s Probe Laboratory specialises in the analysis of organic compounds in water and soil using GC and GCMS techniques. It is important that correct containers are used to transport and store environmental samples, and each sample usually has to be taken in several specially treated containers to allow the analyte of interest to be stabilised correctly. Intertek environmental chemists can provide advice on sample collection and stabilisation of samples and can supply the specially treated containers. Please contact the laboratory to discuss your specific requirements. NTEL Northern Territory Environmental Laboratories Pty Ltd (NTEL) is the only fully equipped laboratory in the Northern Territory providing Environmental Monitoring, Geochemical, XRF and Fire Assay analysis together on-site. NTEL has; a full understanding of the Northern Territory Government and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) compliance requirements an extensive knowledge of local environmental issues good working relationships with regulators Accreditation, Guidelines and Compliance NTEL holds NATA Environmental Laboratory Accreditation as a public testing service in the field of Chemical Testing. Testing undertaken at the Laboratory is conducted in accordance with APHA and AWWA Standard Methods for the examination of water and wastewater. The Laboratory also provides a wide range of suitable containers and preservatives to assist in correct sample collection. NTEL specialises in: Trace Metals in surface, ground and saline environments. Low Level Nutrient Analysis using FIA techniques. Ultra-Low Nutrient Analysis using Lachat 8500 Series II. Potable Water Analysis tailored to suit the Australian Drinking Water Quality Guidelines. Soil and Geochemical Analysis ranging from weak alkali and acid leaches to total sample decomposition by mixed acid digestions. Determination of analytes is carried out by either ICP-OES, ICP-MS, FIA or classical techniques. The laboratory also offers Acid Rock Drainage, POCAS and TCLP testing. Mine-Site Laboratories Fast, accurate results for a range of commodities from an independent analytical service provider allow the miner to manage their process control, resources and comply with regulatory reporting requirements. Intertek Genalysis designs, installs, commissions and operates sample preparation plants and analytical laboratories at mine, port and exploration sites around the globe. Services range from simple crusher installations to full service analytical laboratories and fully automated robotic facilities. Mine-site sample preparation facilities Build, own, operate options Mine-site full service analytical laboratories Port site sampling, sample preparation and analytical services Robotic and automated laboratory systems Inspection and surveying services Mobile containerised facilities Consultancy services 42

43 Minerals Processing Intertek now offers its clients world class minerals services with the opening of a brand new Minerals Processing laboratory centrally located in Adelaide. The facility features flexible laboratory space that can be tailored to the needs of individual projects, from routine particle sizing and flotation testing to small scale pilot studies and includes: A hydrometallurgy lab, specially designed for batch leaching tests A processing laboratory featuring grinding and flotation, Davis tube, Satmagan and Knelson concentrator A dry testing and sample preparation area with crushing and screening, sample mixing and splitting and grindability testing Particle characterisation facilities including wet and dry sieving, cyclosizing, laser sizing and bulk density. XRD mineralogy can be arranged via the Perth facility. The adjacent geochemical laboratory ensures fast turnaround and accurate results and areas are available for storage of equipment and client samples. The laboratory is a licenced radiation facility, for the testing and storage of radioactive samples. Consulting Services Intertek Genalysis maintains a staff of experienced personnel with extensive industry knowledge to support the exploration and mining industries. Our areas of particular expertise include analytical chemistry, geochemistry, quality assurance, data interpretation, laboratory design and development. Laboratory audits Design of analytical programs Laboratory design Method development Customised field QC programs Consultation on all partial digest issues and program design Quality reports Importation and logistics Geochemical data interpretation Inspection and surveying Agriculture Intertek Agri Services offers unique knowledge and expertise on all global regulations and trends supporting our client s needs throughout the entire global supply chain - from farm to fork. The global food and agricultural industry has many diverse sectors; sourcing, producing, pricing and Marketing. Whilst at the same time presenting major challenges regarding ethics, quality, reliability, and product safety. Intertek Agri Services: Evaluations of food production Product and process controls Quality management systems Support Services Testing programmes Stockpile Measurement Factory environment Intertek Business Assurance Management systems auditing helps you find and implement best practices for continual improvement. Intertek s comprehensive auditing and certification services give you the tools you need to evaluate and continually improve your business processes. With a high level of technical expertise and a customer- focused approach, we provide insights that add strategic value to your business. As an accredited third-party registrar, we provide independent verification that your management system is effective in achieving your business objectives, while also certifying that it meets internationally-recognized standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and much more. Our internal audit, second-party supplier audit, and Performance Model process analysis services will help you pro-actively monitor performance while saving valuable time and money. Services Offered: Management Systems Certification Environmental and Sustainability auditing and certification - ISO Independent verification and certification - ISO QC OHSAS18001 / AS4801 Supply chain assessment and compliance programs - Intertek Supplier Profile - Workplace Conditions Assessment (WCA) - Supplier Qualification Programs (SQP) - Global Security Verification (GSV) By partnering with Intertek, you can leverage the knowledge and expertise of one of the most experienced certification bodies in the industry. Additional Services 43

44 Commodities Inspection and Testing Services Intertek independent inspection, surveying and testing services help protect the quantity and quality of high value commodities. Cargo Inspection Services: Laboratory Services: Marine Cargo Surveying Petroleum Fuels Specification Testing Independent draft surveys (for certification Aviation Fuels Testing Hold and Tank Cleanliness Surveys LNG & LPG Composition & Contaminants Loading/Discharge Superintendence Crude Oil Assays On Hire/Off Hire/Draft/Break Bulk Surveys Biofuels Testing Independent ship/cargo damage and repair surveys Oil Condition Monitoring Ship Vetting Services Lubricant & Insulating Oils Pre-purchase surveys (pre-shipment inspection) Mercury Evaluation & Speciation P & I surveys Problem Solving and R&D Support Government Statutory Inspections Method Development & Validation Foreign Trade Standards Pharmaceutical Products, 1 GA, FDA Witness and Audit Cosmetics Testing Metering & Tank Calibration Stability & Compatibility Testing Marine Consultancy Migration of Food Packaging Materials Loss Control Thermal Stability Studies Document Preparation and Issuance Investigative & Problem Solving Pipeline Volume Determination Identification of Unknowns Stockpile Measurement Intertek Consulting & Training Service Intertek s Consulting & Training service offers assistance to organisations to manage risk, improve safety and operational performance. Safe Operations and Performance Improvement Training introduces cutting edge training programs to build client s capacity to address their urgent improvement needs; Safety Management System (SMS) Team Development Beyond Safety Safety Conversations Safety Leadership Technical Safety Skills Development Leadership Development Intertek Consumer Goods Intertek Consumer Goods test products to ensure their safety and quality, and help reduce time to market and overall costs. We also can help set, meet, maintain and evolve quality, safety, and performance standards for your product lines, operations and supply chains. Consumer trust helps differentiate products in increasingly commoditized markets, so it is critical that products meet both consumer expectations and industry safety, regulatory, quality, and performance standards. We will help you our clients to keep abreast of trends, build scalability into your business, and stay ahead of the competition. Our services include: Testing Certification Sustainability Auditing Inspection Intertek Geotech Intertek Geotech services range from consulting for planning of sampling and analysis to supply of equipment, analyses, interpretation of data and on-site support. Many of the services offered relate to oils and fuels, however Geotech also specialises in the analysis of water, gas, air emissions and pesticides as well as analyses of unknown compounds, sludge s and deposits. Supported by six divisions, each with its own area of specialty Intertek Geotech is able to offer a wide range of analyse. Intertek Geotech services: Petroleum Geochemistry Petrophysics/Core Analysis Environmental Chemistry Ecotoxicology Industrial Chemistry Fuel and Lubricants/Oil Condition Monitoring Analyses 44

45 Intertek Industry Services Intertek Industry Services continues to build on our promise to deliver value and quality to our customers. You now have access to the largest combined technical resources pool in the industry providing; technical inspection services, asset integrity management, technical staffing services, consulting and training and management system certification. We assist the Mining, Oil and Gas, Power, Construction, Engineering, Chemical and other heavy industries with product and process development, regulatory compliance, supply chain management, plant management and asset management in an effort to enhance our customers returns from production and manufacturing assets whilst improving safety and reliability and minimising business risk. Intertek Industry Services; Technical inspection services Safety Consulting and training Technical staffing services Exploration and production support services Asset integrity management Intertek Probe Intertek PROBE is an advanced chemical analysis laboratory specialising in Pharmaceutical and Polymer testing and a leader in the provision of investigative and problem-solving services. With a case history covering all industry sectors, as well as from R&D through all aspects of manufacturing to compliance auditing and resolving customer complaints, Intertek PROBE can support your operations. Results are backed by a quality system that has been audited by TGA & FDA (pharmaceuticals), NATA (covering biofuels), APVMA (veterinary medicines) and accredited to ISO 9001 and ISO standards. Highly trained analysts can often develop and design test methods, if standard methods do not fit the customer requirement. Intertek Probe s Services: Quality control of raw materials, process intermediates and finished products Method development Method validation Compliance auditing Legal / consultation Investigative work / R&D support Polymer testing Intertek Surveying Services Intertek Surveying Services provides analysis and exploitation of 3D data across a vast range of industrial and geospatial applications within multiple sectors, including oil and gas, petroleum, infrastructure, aerospace, and ship-building. Intertek has years of proven experience in industrial scale 3D laser scanning and dimensional control: 3D Laser Scanning During any new build or retrofit project, the need for accurate and timely information that can help reduce re-work, time, and costs is a tangible benefit. We provide a unique CAD integration solution allowing vast digital data capture in a very short space of time, mitigating risk and reducing potential project costs. Dimensional Control Our dimensional control and monitoring solutions can be effectively implemented in a number of critical areas, either onshore or offshore, in order to provide substantial benefits on projects such as existing status surveys, ship repair, fabrication surveys, to name a few. Additional Services 45

46 General Information Sample Despatch To assist with the efficient processing of your samples please all assay instructions and any freight information prior to or at the time of despatch. Sample submissions received without written instructions can not be processed until adequate written instructions are received from the client. Significant discrepancies between submission sheets and actual samples received will be reported prior to commencement of the processing. Any minor discrepancies will be noted on the analytical report. We recommend that all submissions of samples are clearly labelled and packaged in a concise and systematic order and are accompanied by accurate and detailed paperwork. To facilitate safe manual handling we would appreciate that samples be packaged in units not exceeding 25kg each. Sample submissions poorly labelled or packaged may incur additional sorting charges. Please flag the bag containing the paperwork. Sample submission pads and pre-addressed stick-on labels are available upon request free of charge. A sample submission form is available from our web site at We offer an online submission service or the option to print a submission to be either ed or faxed. The minimum information required on any sample submission sheet is: 1. Client name 2. List or range of sample numbers 3. Sample preparation required 4. Elements required for analysis 5. Methods of analysis preferred 6. Result destination(s) 7. Electronic data format 8. Invoice destination 9. Sample storage requirements 10. Appropriate warnings if any samples are potentially hazardous (Refer to page 8) 11. Indication of any samples that may cause problems during the preparation or analysis. This includes the presence of normally trace elements at % levels, visible gold, graphitic shales, etc. Certain samples may require classification as dangerous goods, for the purpose of transport, processing and storage. Compliance is the client s responsibility, please ensure that the samples have been classified, marked and transported in accordance with the requirements of dangerous goods legislation. Your co-operation with sample submissions will eliminate unnecessary delays in turnaround. Importation of Samples into Australia Intertek Genalysis laboratories in Perth and Townsville are Australian Quarantine Inspection Service (AQIS) quarantine approved premises for the clearance, reception and treatment of samples from overseas. When importing mineral samples into Australia from International sources the following document requirements should be followed:- Importation of samples that have been obtained from a depth greater than two (2) meters and are clean and free of surface and plant related material can be imported into Australia without requiring quarantine treatment. To comply goods must be accompanied by a Manufacturers Declaration. Importation of all material obtained from the first two (2) meters of the earth surface (surface material), is required to be quarantine heat treated to a core temperature of 160 C for a minimum of two (2) hours. Goods must be accompanied by a Manufacturers Declaration and by a Permit to Import Quarantine Material. Importation of water samples is available at some locations and requires prior notice. Please contact NTEL for further information. Detailed information and document requirements on how to successfully import mineral samples into Australia can be obtained through our website or by contacting the Perth Office. A nominal fee is charged for quarantine treatment. Other expenses related to the importation will be charged at cost. 46

47 Interstate Importation of Samples into Western Australia Intertek Genalysis Perth laboratory is also a Quarantine Western Australian approved premise for the clearance, reception and treatment of samples from Interstate which are subject to quarantine. When importing mineral samples interstate from within Australia the following document requirements should be followed: Importation of samples that have been obtained from a depth greater than 2 meter that are clean and free of surface and plant related material can be imported interstate within Australia without requiring quarantine treatment. Goods must be accompanied by a Manufacturers Declaration only. Importation of all soil related material which is classified as all material obtained from the first two (2) meters of the earth surface (surface material), is required to be quarantine heat treated to a core temperature of 121 C for a minimum of two (2) hours. Goods must be accompanied by a Manufacturers Declaration. Detailed information and document requirements on how the successfully import mineral samples interstate within Australia can be obtained through our website or by contacting the Perth Office. A nominal fee is charged for quarantine treatment. Please note that the Quarantine heat treatment temperature is 121 C for interstate samples only. Service Fees and Surcharges Prices in this schedule are effective from 1st January Intertek Genalysis does not charge an administration or batch fee, however there is a minimum invoice charge of $ for routine geochemistry and $ for all other work. All prices in this brochure are calculated on the basis of multiple sample batches rather than individual samples; consequently single sample jobs will be invoiced at triple rates and submissions of two samples will carry a 50% surcharge. When sample submissions include largely differing sample matrices and/or differing analytical requirements, they may be treated as separate submissions and multiple jobs may be generated for each discrete grouping, each possibly attracting minimum job fees or small batch size surcharges. A waste disposal levy is included in the cost of the analyses that produce lead, alkaline or cyanide based solid or liquid waste that requires specific hazardous waste disposal protocols. Should disposal costs increase prices may be increased accordingly. A 50% surcharge is added to invoices where a NATA endorsed report is requested. Such a request must be made prior to, or at the time of, submitting the samples. All non account work requires payment up front prior to commencement of work. Alternatively, please contact Business Development for account establishment. Discounts may apply for large batches please contact Intertek Genalysis to discuss your needs. All prices quoted in this schedule are in Australian dollars, and exclude Australian Goods and Services Taxation (GST) General Information 47

48 Intertek Minerals Services Terms and Conditions (2013) 1.0 Unless otherwise specifically agreed in writing Intertek Minerals (hereinafter called the Company ) undertakes services in accordance with these general conditions (hereinafter called General Conditions ) and accordingly all offers or tenders of service are made subject to these General Conditions. All resulting contracts, agreements or other arrangements will in all respects be governed by these General Conditions, except only to the extent that the law of the place where such arrangements or contracts are made or carried out shall preclude any of the General Conditions and in such case such local law shall prevail wherever, but only to the extent that, it is at variance with these General Conditions. 1.1 For the purposes of these conditions the term Intertek Minerals comprises all of the Intertek subsidiaries carrying out Minerals testing and inspection activities including but not limited to Intertek, Intertek Minerals, Intertek Genalysis, Intertek Robotic Laboratories Pty Ltd, (IRL), PT Intertek Utama Services (IUS), Intertek Testing Services (ITS), ITS (PNG) Ltd, Genalysis Laboratory Services Pty Ltd, Genalysis Laboratory Services SA Pty Ltd, NT Environmental Laboratories, Intertek Minerals Limited, Intertek Testing Services Philippines Inc, Intertek Genalysis Namibia (Pty) Ltd, Intertek International Tanzania Ltd, ITS West Africa, Intertek Commodities Botswana, Intertek Genalysis Zambia Ltd, Intertek Genalysis SI Ltd, Intertek do Brasil Inspecoes Ltda, Intertek Vigalab SpA. 2.0 The Company is an enterprise engaged in the trade of inspection and testing. As such, it: 2.1 carries out such standard services as are referred to in General Condition 6; 2.2 renders advisory and special services as may be agreed by the Company and as referred to in General Condition 7; and 2.3 issues reports and/or certificates as referred to in General Condition The Company acts for the persons or bodies from whom the instructions to act have originated (hereinafter called the Principal ). No other party is entitled to give instructions, particularly on the scope of inspection or delivery of report or certificate, unless so authorised by the Principal and agreed by the Company. The Company will however be deemed irrevocably authorised to deliver at its discretion the report or the certificate to a third party if following instructions by the Principal a promise in this sense had been given to this third party or such a promise implicit follows from circumstances, trade custom, usage or practice. 4.0 The Company will provide services in accordance with: the Principal s specific instructions as confirmed by the Company 4.2 the terms of the Company s Standard Order Form, Sample Submission Form and/or Standard Specification Sheet if used; 4.3 any relevant trade custom, usage or practice; and 4.4 such methods as the Company shall consider appropriate on technical, operational and/or financial grounds. 5.1 All enquiries and orders for the supply of services must be accompanied by sufficient information specifications and instructions to enable the Company to evaluate and/or perform the services required. 5.2 Documents reflecting engagements contracted between the Principal and third parties, or third parties documents, such as copies of contracts of sale, letters of credit, bills of lading, etc., are (if received by the Company) considered to be for information only, without extending or restricting the mission or obligations accepted by the Company. 6.0 The Company s standard services may include all or any of the following: 6.1 quantitative and/or qualitative inspection; 6.2 inspection of goods, plant, equipment, packing, tanks, containers and means of transport; 6.3 inspection of loading or discharging; 6.4 sampling; 6.5 laboratory analysis or other testing; and 6.6 surveys and audits. 7.0 Special services where the same exceed the scope of standard services as referred to in General Condition 6 will only be undertaken by the Company by particular arrangement. 8.0 Such special services are illustratively not exhaustively: 7.1 qualitative and/or quantitative guarantees; 7.2 supply of technicians and other personnel; 7.3 pre-shipment inspection under government mandated import or customs schemes; and 7.4 advisory services. 8.1 Subject to the Principal s instructions as accepted by the Company, the Company will issue reports and certificates of inspection which reflect statements of opinion made with due care within the limitation of instructions received but the Company is under no obligation to refer to or report upon any facts or circumstances which are outside the specific instructions received. 8.2 Reports or certificates issued following testing or analysis of samples contain the Company s specific opinion on those samples as received only but do not express any opinion upon the bulk from which the samples were drawn. If an opinion on the bulk is requested special arrangements must be made in advance with the Company for the inspection and sampling of the bulk. 9.0 The Principal will: 9.1 ensure that instructions to the Company and sufficient information are given in due time to enable the required services to be performed effectively; 9.2 procure all necessary access for the Company s representatives to enable the required services to be performed effectively; 9.3 supply, if required, any special equipment and personnel necessary for the performance of the required services; 9.4 ensure that all necessary measures are taken for safety and security of working conditions, sites and installations during the performance of services and will not rely, in this respect, on the Company s advice whether requested or not; 9.5 take all necessary steps to eliminate or remedy any obstruction to or interruptions in the performance of the required services; 9.6 inform the Company in advance of any known hazards or dangers, actual or potential, associated with any order or samples or testing including, for example, presence or risk of radiation, toxic or noxious or explosive elements or materials, environmental pollution or poisons; and 9.7 fully exercise all its rights and discharge all its liabilities under any related contract whether or not a report or certificate has been issued by the Company failing which the Company shall be under no obligation to the Principal. 48

49 10.0 The Company shall be entitled at its discretion to delegate the performance of the whole or any part of the services contracted for with the Principal to any agent or subcontractor. Where deemed appropriate by the company, prior consent will be sought from the Principal If the requirements of the Principal necessitate the analysis of samples by the Principal s or by any third party s laboratory the Company will pass on the result of the analysis but without responsibility for its accuracy. Likewise where the Company is only able to witness an analysis by the Principal s or by any third party s laboratory the Company will provide confirmation that the correct sample has been analysed but will not otherwise be responsible for the accuracy of any analysis or results The Company undertakes to exercise due care and skill in the performance of its services and accepts responsibility only where such skill and care is not exercised All samples submitted to the Company remain the property of the principle. The Principle indemnifies the Company against any claims or legal action resulting from damage, deterioration or loss of samples The liability of the Company in respect of any claims for loss, damage or expense of whatsoever nature and howsoever arising in respect of any breach of contract and/or any failure to exercise due skill and care by the Company shall in no circumstances exceed a total aggregate sum equal to Fifteen (15) times the amount of the fee or commission paid or payable in respect of the specific service or test required under the particular contract with the Company which gives rise to such claims, or US$15,000, whichever is least, provided however that the Company shall have no liability in respect of any claims for indirect or consequential loss including loss of profit and/or loss of future business and/or loss of production and/or cancellation of contracts entered into by the Principal. Where the fee or commission payable relates to a number of services and a claim arises in respect of one of those services the fee or commission may be apportioned for the purposes of this paragraph by reference to the estimated time involved in the performance of each service or the value of the individual services The limit of liability of the Company under the terms of Condition 12.2 may be increased upon request received by the Company in advance of the performance of the service to such figure as may be agreed upon payment of additional fees equal to an appropriate fraction of the increase in such compensation or as may be agreed upon The Principal shall guarantee, hold harmless and indemnify the Company and its officers, employees, agents or subcontractors against all claims made by any third party for loss, damage or expense of whatsoever nature and howsoever arising relating to the performance, purported performance or non-performance of any services to the extent that the aggregate of any such claims relating to any one service exceed the limit mentioned in Condition Every officer, employee, agent or subcontractor of the Company shall have the benefit of the limitation of compensation and the indemnity contained in these General Conditions and so far as relates to such limitations any contract entered into by the Company is entered into not only on its own behalf but also as agent and trustee for every such person as aforesaid In the event that any unforeseen problems or expenditure arise in the course of carrying out any of the contracted services the Company shall be entitled to make reasonable additional charges to cover additional time and cost necessarily incurred to complete the service The Principal will punctually pay not later than Thirty (30) days after the relevant invoice date or upon receipt of invoice where credit is not extended or a credit limit is exceeded or within such other period as may have been agreed in writing by the Company all proper charges rendered by the Company failing which interest will become due at the rate of Eighteen per cent (18%) per annum or one and a half percent (1.5%) from the date of invoice until payment The Principal shall not be entitled to retain or defer payment of any sums due to the Company on account of any dispute, cross claim or set off which it may allege against the Company In the event of any suspension of payment arrangement with creditors, bankruptcy, insolvency, receivership or cessation of business by the Principal the Company shall be entitled to suspend all further performance of its services forthwith and without liability In the event of the Company being prevented by reason of any cause whatsoever outside the Company s control from performing or completing any service for which an order has been given or an agreement made, the Principal will pay to the Company: 17.1 the amount of all abortive expenditure actually made or incurred; and 17.2 a proportion of the agreed fee or commission equal to the proportion (if any) of the service actually carried out and the Company shall be relieved of all responsibility whatsoever for the partial or total non-performance of the required service The Company shall be discharged from all liability to the Principal for all claims for loss, damage or expense unless suit is brought within twelve (12) months after the date of the performance by the Company of the service which gives rise to the claim or in the event of any alleged non-performance within three (3) months of the date when such service should have been completed The Company is neither an insurer nor a guarantor and disclaims all liability in such capacity. Principals seeking a guarantee against loss or damage should obtain appropriate insurance No alteration, amendment or waiver of any of these General Conditions shall have any effect unless made in writing and signed by an officer of the Company Upon completion of testing the company shall provide a report to the principal on the results of the testing. Where requested by the Principal provisional results may be provided however the Principal agrees that those results shall be subject to confirmation in a final report The company agrees to take reasonable measures to ensure that the results of Inspection or Testing on behalf of the Principal and any other information provided to the company are kept confidential provided that this provision will not apply where the results or other information are in the public domain All samples submitted to the company remain the property of the principal. The company shall not be liable for any claim whatsoever relating to deterioration, contamination, damage or loss of samples. The Principal agrees to indemnify the Company in respect to all claims, demands or actions which may be made against the company with respect to deterioration, damage or loss of samples The Company shall have no responsibility for any action or inaction of any carrier, shipping or delivering any sample to or from the Company premises Samples shall be stored free of charge for a period of sixty (60) days after provision of the invoice. Upon expiration of the free storage period, unless otherwise directed by the Principal storage fees and/or disposal charges shall apply All data will be retained for a seven (7) year period; fees may apply for retrieval of data if longer than three (3) months after the final report date. General Information 49

50 Conversion Tables Useful Chemical Conversion Factors Element Factor Compound Element Factor Compound Element Factor Compound Al x Al 2 O 3 Fe x 1.43 Fe 2 O 3 Pb x PbS As x 1.32 As 2 O 3 Fe x FeS Rb x Rb 2 O B x 3.22 B 2 O 3 K x K 2 O Sb x Sb 2 O 3 Ba x BaSO 4 La x La 2 O 3 Si x SiO 2 Ba x BaO Li x Li 2 O Sn x 1.27 SnO 2 Be x BeO Mg x MgO Sr x SrO Ca x CaO Mg x MgCO 3 Ta x Ta 2 O 5 Ca x CaCO 3 Mn x MnO Th x ThO 2 Ce x Ce 2 O 3 Mn x MnO 2 Ti x TiO 2 Co x CoO Mo x 1.5 MoO 3 U x U 3 O 8 Cr x Cr 2 O 3 Mo x MoS 2 V x V 2 O 5 Cs x 1.06 Cs 2 O Na x Na 2 O W x WO 3 Cu x CuO Nb x Nb 2 O 5 Y x 1.27 Y 2 O 3 Cu x Cu 2 S Ni x NiO Zn x ZnO F x CaF 2 P x P 2 O 5 Zn x 1.49 ZnS Fe x FeO Pb x PbO Zr x ZrO 2 Common Equivalents ppm ppb % grams / metric tonne 1 1, , , ,000 1,000, ,000 10,000 10,000, ,000 Drill Core Specifications Drill Diameter Volume per meter (cm3) Core (mm) Full Half Quarter TT BQ NQ HQ BQ NQ HQ Core mass (g) = Volume x SG x length (m) 50

51 Recommended Methods of Analysis for Low Grade Geological Materials Hydrogen H 1 Lithium 3 Li Beryllium 4 Be Atomic Number Atomic Weight Gold Au Element Name Element Symbol Sodium Na 11 Magnesium Mg Primary Method Secondary Method Other Method Potassium K 19 Calcium Ca Scandium 21 Sc Titanium 22 Ti Vanadium 23 V Chromium 24 Cr Manganese Mn Iron 26 Fe Cobalt Co Nickel 28 Ni Rubidium Rb Strontium 38 Sr Yttrium 39 Y Zirconium 40 Zr Niobium Nb Molybdenum Mo Technetium 43 Tc 98 Ruthenium Ru Rhodium Rh Palladium 46 Pd Cesium 55 Cs Barium 56 Ba Lanthanum 57 La Hafnium 72 Hf Tantalum 73 Ta Tungsten 74 W Rhenium 75 Re Osmium Os Iridium 77 Ir Platinum 78 Pt Francium 87 Fr 223 Radium 88 Ra 226 Actinium 89 Ac 227 Rutherfordium 104 Rf 261 Dubnium 105 Db 262 Seaborgium 106 Sg 266 Bohrium 107 Bh 264 Hassium 277 Hs 108 Meitnerium 109 Mt 268 Darmstadtium 110 Ds 269 Cerium Ce Praseodymium 59 Pr Neodymium Nd Promethium 61 Pm 145 Samarium Sm Europium 63 Eu Gadolinium Gd Thorium 90 Th Protactinium 91 Pa Uranium 92 U Neptunium 93 Np 237 Plutonium 94 Pu 244 Americium 95 Am 243 Curium 96 Cm 247 Copper Cu Silver Ag Gold Au Roentgenium 111 Rg 272 Terbium 65 Tb Berkelium 97 Bk 247 Zinc 30 Zn Cadmium Cd Mercury Hg Copernicium 112 Cn 285 Dysprosium Dy Californium 98 Cf 251 Boron 5 B Aluminium Al 13 Gallium Ga Indium 49 In Thallium 81 Tl Ununtrium 284 Uut 113 Holmium Ho Einsteinium 99 Es 252 AAS ICPOES ICPMS Carbon 6 C Silicon Si 14 Germanium 32 Ge Tin 50 Sn Lead 82 Pb Ununquadium 114 Uuq 289 Erbium 68 Er Fermium 257 Fm 100 Nitrogen 7 N Phosphorus 15 P Arsenic 33 As Antimony 51 Sb Bismuth 83 Bi Ununpentium 115 Uup 288 Thulium Tm Mendelevium 101 Md 258 Fire Assay (Various Finishes) XRF Other Instrumental (CS Analyser/SIE) Helium He Oxygen 8 O Fluorine 9 F Neon Ne 10 Sulfur S 16 Chlorine Cl 17 Argon Ar 18 Selenium 34 Se Bromine 35 Br Krypton 36 Kr Tellurium 52 Te Iodine 53 I Xenon Xe Polonium 84 Po 209 Astatine 85 At 210 Radon 86 Rn 222 Ununhexium 116Uuh Ununseptium 117 Uus Ununoctium 118Uuo Ytterbium Yb Lutetium 71 Lu Nobelium 259 No 102 Lawrencium 103 Lr 262 General Information 51

52 Locations Australia Intertek Genalysis Perth Head Office and Laboratory 15 Davison Street, Maddington, Western Australia 6109 Tel: min.aus.per@intertek.com Sample Deliveries: Gate 6, 16 Davison Street, Maddington, Western Australia 6109 Tel: Intertek Robotic Laboratories 15 Davison Street, Maddington, Western Australia 6109 Tel: min.aus.irl@intertek.com Intertek Genalysis Kalgoorlie Sample Preparation Facility 12 Keogh Way, Kalgoorlie, Western Australia 6430 Tel: min.aus.kal@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Port Hedland 116 Pinnacles Street Wedgefield, Western Australia 6721 Tel: hedland@intertek.com Intertek Genalysis Adelaide Laboratory 11 Senna Road, Wingfield, South Australia 5013 Tel: min.aus.adl@intertek.com Intertek Genalysis Townsville Laboratory 9-23 Kelli Street, Bohle, Queensland 4818 Tel: min.aus.tsv@intertek.com Intertek NTEL Northern Territory Laboratory 3407 Export Drive, Darwin Business Centre Park, Berrimah, Northern Territory 0828 Tel: ntel@intertek.com Intertek Genalysis Alice Springs Sample Preparation Facility 41 Ghan Rd, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870 Tel: min.aus.asp@intertek.com Intertek Mineral Processing Facility 6 Lafitte Road, Wingfield, South Australia 5013 Tel: minproc.aus@intertek.com Brazil Intertek do Brazil Inspeções Ltda. Cotia Mineral Laboratory R. Tarumã Jardim Cláudio - Cotia - SP, Brazil CEP: , Brazil Tel: cassio.ferreira@intertek.com Intertek do Brazil Inspeções LTDA Parauapebas Minerals Laboratory Av. Jânio Quadros, Qd 5 Lots 09 to 15 Parauapebas PA, Brazil CEP: Tel: jovardino.alves@intertek.com Intertek do Brazil Inspeções LTDA Nova Lima Minerals Laboratory Rua Groelândia, 268 Bairro: Jardim Canadá Nova Lima MG, Brazil CEP: Tel: fernanda.moreira@intertek.com Intertek do Brazil Inspeções LTDA Belém Rua Curuça, 260 Sala 103 Bairro: Umarizal Belém / PA, Brazil CEP: Tel: george.araujo@intertek.com Intertek do Brazil Inspeções LTDA São Luis Rua dos Periquitos, 18 Bairro: Jardim Renascença São Luis MA, Brazil CEP: Tel: / manoel.franco@intertek.com Intertek do Brazil Inspeções LTDA Vitoria Rua Reynaldo Obermuller, 510 Sl 01 Bairro: Nossa Senhora de Fátima, Serra ES, Brazil CEP: Tel: enock.mondoni@intertek.com Intertek do Brazil Inspeções LTDA Rio de Janeiro Rua Groelândia, 268 Bairro: Jardim Canadá Nova Lima MG, Brazil CEP: Tel: fernanda.moreira@intertek.com Canada Intertek Testing Services (ITS) Canada Ltd Vancouver North Fraser Way, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5J 5G5 Tel: vancouver.ops@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services (ITS) Canada Ltd Prince Rupert 759 Fraser Street, Prince Rupert, B.C. Canada V8J 1R1 Tel: vancouver.ops@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services (ITS) Canada Ltd Thunder Bay 960 C Alloy Drive, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7B 6A4 Tel: peggy.brown@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services (ITS) Canada Ltd Montreal 2561 Georges V Montreal-East, Quebec Canada H1L 6S4 Tel: Chile Intertek Vigalab Copiapó Pasaje # 6, Acera Sur #7084, Barrio Industrial Paipote, Copiapó, Chile Tel: +56 (52) info.chile@intertek.com Intertek Vigalab Santiago La Concepción #81, Of. 905, Providencia, Santiago, Chile Tel: +56 (2) info.chile@intertek.com China Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Shanghai Head Office & Coal Laboratory 2nd Floor, Building No.1, Comalong Industrial Park 889 Yi Shan Road, Shanghai , China Tel: adam.huang@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Beijing Geochem Laboratory 1st Floor of No.3 Plant, Mauhwa Industrial Park, Caiyuan Industrial Zone, Nancai Shunyi, Beijing, China Tel: leon.liu@intertek.com; yanhe.song@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Tianjin Mineral and Coal Laboratory 506, Hong Fa Industrial Park, 67 4th Ave. TEDA Tianjin, , China Tel: roy.zhang@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Kunming Sample Preparation Facility # Workshop, No.3 Building, Yunnan Business Incubator Park of Overseas Returnees, Chunman Street, Kunming National Economic and Technical Development Zone Base, Kunming, Yunnan Province, China Tel: +86 (0) daphne.kuang@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Urumqi Sample Preparation Facility No 6-80, Qidaowan Road, Shuimogou District, Urumqi, Xinjiang, China Tel: hongchang.wang@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Qingdao Sample Preparation Facility Building No.3, Jiu Tian Warehouse, No.9 Ta Shan Road, Qingdao Economic Development District, Qingdao, China Tel: stephen.liu@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Ningde Sample Prepration Facility Pier of Ding Xin Enterprise, Long Zhu Village, Wan Wu County, Fu An, Fujian Province, China Tel: ice.liu@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Zhanjiang Sample Prepration Facility No.33-35, 53 Shen Chuan Ave. Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, China Tel: ice.liu@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Shenzhen Guangzhou Coal Laboratory 5th Floor, No. 2 Guoyuan Yi Lu (E), Guangzhou Economic and Technology Development Zone. Guangdong Province, China Tel: ice.liu@intertek.com 52

53 Locations Continued Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Lianyungang Office 306 Zhong Shan Road, Room 306 Hai Cheng Plaza, Lianyungang Jiangsu Province, China Tel: Intertek Testing Services Shanghai Rizhao Office 377 Beijing Road (S) Room 1036 West Coast International Centre Rizhao City Shangdong Province, China Tel: Eritrea Intertek Testing Services Laboratory Adi Guadad, Eritrea Tel: min.eri.asm@intertek.com Fiji Intertek Testing Services (NZ) Limited Fiji Assay laboratory, Loloma Road, Vatukoula, Western Fiji, Fiji Island Tel: ex roberto.wicaksono@intertek.com Ghana Intertek Minerals Limited Ghana Head Office: A&A Complex Ground Floor Block B, Osu Badu Street, Airport Residential, Accra, Ghana Tel: +233 (0) Tarkwa Laboratory: PO Box 311 Tarkwa, Western Region, Ghana Tel: +233 (0) min.gha.tkw@intertek.com India General mineralsdesk.india@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Kolkata Laboratory Unit No: 3A, 3rd Floor, Shrachi Tower, 686-Anandapur, Kolkata ,India Tel: sreeparna.kar@intertek.com & Buddhadeb.ghosh@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Chennai Laboratory Appavoo Towers, 2nd Floor, No. 46 West Madha Church Road, Royapuram, Chennai Tel: cynthia.pushpa@intertek.com & visweswara.rao@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Vizag Laboratory D No , Sai sadan, Situated Near Old Post Office, Visakahapatnam Tel: visweswara.rao@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Gandhidham Laboratory Plot no 309, Sector 1/A, Composite Zone. Gandhidham (Kutch). Gujarat Tel: samar.mukharjee@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Raipur Maruti Business Park, Unit 2A, 2nd Floor, G.E. Road, Raipur Tel: abhijit.biswas@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Paradip HIG- 30, Housing Board Colony, Madhuban, Paradip Port, Odisha Tel: prashant.dash@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Haldia Durgachak Colony, Block-F, Plot No 12, Midnapur (East), Haldia Tel: Sreeparna.kar@inetertek.come & mineralsdesk.india@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Mangalore Laboratory ABCO Trade Centre, 3rd Floor, NH 17, Kottara Chowki, Mangalore Tel: poojary.mb@intertek.com & mineralsdesk.india@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Tuticorin No.4/79A, 4th Street, CGE Colony, Levengipuram, Tuticorin Tel: k.asaithambi@intertek.com & mineralsdesk.india@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai F Wing, 1st Floor, Tex Centre, Chandivali Farm Road, Off. Saki Vihar Road, Next to Kamani Oil Mills, Andheri (East), Mumbai Tel: tapas.datta@intertek.com & mineralsdesk.india@intertek.com Intertek India Pvt. Ltd., Jamnagar B-30, MP Shah Industrial Estate, Saru Section, Jamnagar Tel: shyam.paleja@intertek.com or samar.mukharjee@intertek.com Indonesia Pt Intertek Utama Services Jakarta Minerals Laboratory JI. Raya Bogor KM 28, Jakarta 13710, Indonesia Tel: indo.office@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Jakarta Environmental Laboratory JI. Raya Bogor KM 28, Building B - 2nd Floor, Jakarta 13710, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Samarinda East Kalimantan Coal Laboratory Jln Teuku Umar no22, Kel. Karang asam, Samarinda 75126, East Kalimantan, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Banjarbaru (South Kalimantan) Coal Laboratory Jl A. Yani KM , Landasan Ulin Utara Banjarbaru, South Kalimantan, Indonesia Tel: / min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Sample Preparation Facilities Pt Intertek Utama Services Sumbawa (West Nusa Tengarra) Jl Garuda KM 8, Karang Bima Labuan Badas: Sumbawa Besar, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Medan (North Sumatra) Jl Pulau Nias Selatan No 3: Kawasan Industri Madan II: Medan, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Padang (West Sumatra) Jl Bypass KM 17, Kel Koto Panjang; Kec Koto Tengah, DATI II Padang, Sumatra Barat, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Manado (North Sulawesi) Jl Politeknik II, Kairagi II Mapanget Manado, Sulawesi Utara 95256, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Pomalaa (South East Sulawesi) Graha Momahe Antam Blok A1 No.2,Kec. Pomalaa, Kab. Kolaka, Kendari Sulawesi Tenggara, Indonesia Tel: / min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Pt Intertek Utama Services Sorong (West Papua) Jl Jend. Sudirman, Desa Klademak II Pantai; Kelurahan Klaligi Sorong Papua, Indonesia Tel: min.idn.jkt@intertek.com Namibia Intertek Genalysis Namibia Sample Preparation Facility ERF 4722, Hana Mupetani Avenue, Industrial, Walvis Bay 9000, Namibia Tel: min.nam.wb@intertek.com Netherlands LSI Laboratory Pittsburghstraat BL Rotterdam Netherlands Tel: info@lsi-assays.com General Information 53

54 Locations Continued Papua New Guinea Intertek Testing Services (PNG) Limited PNG Laboratory PO Box 2464, Voco Point Road, Lae Morobe Province, PNG Tel: Philippines Intertek Testing Services Philippines Manila Laboratory Warehouse 7, Philcrest 1 Compound, Cupang, Muntinlupa 1772, Philippines Tel: min.apac.phl.lab@intertek.com Intertek USA, Inc. St Louis Laboratory St Louis (St Louis, MO) 1211 Belgrove, St. Louis, MO Tel: MineralsUSA@intertek.com Zambia Intertek Zambia Chingola Sample Preparation Facility Plot 532 David Kaunda Road Light Industrial Area, Chingola Zambia Tel: min.emea.chingola@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Philippines Surigao Sample Preparation Facility Rocha Compound, Togbongon Rd, Barangay Rizal, Surigao City, Philippines Tel: min.apac.phl.lab@intertek.com Intertek Testing Services Philippines General Santos Sample Preparation Facility #11 Tiongson St, Lagao, General Santos City, Philippines Tel: min.apac.phl.lab@intertek.com Solomon Islands Intertek Genalysis (SI) Limited Solomon Islands Sample Preparation Facility P.O. Box R 85, Ranadi Honiara, Solomon Islands Tel: min.slb@intertek.com South Africa Intertek Genalysis Johannesburg Laboratory 60 Malcolm Moodie Crescent, Jet Park, Gauteng, South Africa 1459 Tel: min.zaf.jhb@intertek.com Intertek Johannesburg Coal Laboratory 47 Malcolm Moodie Crescent, Jet Park, Gauteng, South Africa 1459 Tel: min.zaf.jhb@intertek.com Thailand Map Ta Phut Laboratory Head Office : 60/1 Monrinin Building, Suite 60, B, Phaholyothin, Samsaennai, Phayathai, Bangkok 10400, Thailand Laboratory: 22 Nernsamlee Road, Tambol Nernphra, Amphur Muang, Rayong Province 21150, Thailand Tel: +66 (2) wilai.suphasin@intertek.com USA Intertek USA, Inc. Chicago (Romeoville, IL) Laboratory 725 Oakridge Drive, Romeoville, IL Tel: cbwchicago@intetek.com Intertek USA, Inc. Detroit Laboratory Zug Island (Detroit MI) 1401 Zug Island Road, Detroit MI Tel: zuglslandlab@intertek.com Intertek USA, Inc. NOLA Laboratory New Orleans (Kenner, LA) th Street, Kenner, LA Tel: MineralsUSA@intertek.com Intertek USA, Inc. Pittsburgh Laboratory Shenango (Pittsburgh PA) 200 Neville Road, Pittsburgh, PA Tel: nevilleislandlab@intertek.com 54

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