Metallix introduces precious metals analysis lab

Precious metals recycling company Metallix Refining Inc., Shrewsbury, New Jersey, has opened a precious metals analysis lab in Greenville, North Carolina. The company states in a news release that the 4,000-square-foot facility will secure Metallix Refining’s place among the nation's top precious metal recycling companies.

“We are extremely pleased that after years of meticulous research, design and implementation, we are now analyzing precious metal-bearing materials in our cutting-edge facility – the scope of which will enhance our value to our customers, suppliers and business partners,” says Maria Piastre, president of Metallix.

The company says the analysis laboratory demonstrates its commitment to progress and accuracy while addressing its need for more space. The new lab, three times the size of a former lab, features upgraded balances as well as new cupellation furnaces for fire assay testing, XRF (X-ray fluorescence) equipment for preliminary analysis, and ICP (inductively coupled plasma) instruments. All equipment runs in a humidity- and temperature-controlled climate designed to ensure optimal performance, according to the company.

Metallix purchases, recycles and refines gold, silver, platinum, palladium and rhodium. The company operates two processing and recycling facilities in North Carolina, with executive offices in both Florida and New Jersey.