ALS Minerals
Bench Scale Metallurgical Testwork

ALS Metallurgy offers a full range of bench scale testwork. From sample selection/preparation to determining comminution characteristics, through to optimising extraction, ALS Metallurgy provides comprehensive testwork programs for all stages of resource projects.
Good sample preparation is the fundamental basis for any metallurgical testwork program. Our quality control systems and cleanliness translate into accurate and reliable results you can bank on.
ALS Metallurgy professional staff are specialists in a variety of extraction processes:
• Sample Preparation and Comminution
• Flotation of sulphides, precious metals and non-sulphides
• Gold metallurgy (Cyanidation/CIL Extraction and carbon elution)
• Iron ore metallurgy (Thermal and Physical)
• Physical separation processes including gravity, magnetic and electrostatic
• Heavy liquid separation
• Electrowinning
• Resin-in-pulp, resin-in-solution, resin ion exchange
• Precipitation
• Solution purification
• Solvent extraction
• Leaching – bacterial, heap, pressure, agitation, acid, alkaline and more
ALS Metallurgy also offers a wide range of additional bench scale services:
• Comminution characterisation
• Particle size distribution
• Slurry rheology
• Settling and flocculation tests
Our metallurgists can design a comprehensive bench-scale testwork program tailored to your needs.
Source: http://www.alsglobal.com/en/Our-Services/Minerals/Metallurgy/Capabilities/Bench-Scale-Metallurgical-Testwork
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Laboratory Assistant
The Lab Assistant is responsible for preparing environmental samples for extraction including maintaining adequate production, quality control and turnaround times.
Sample Preparation Technician
Within the Sample Preparation Department, the Sample Preparation Technician will work with client samples and prepare them for analysis in our labs.
Lab Assistant
The Laboratory Assistant will provide support for routine sample analysis following prescribed standard operating procedures.
Peace River Manager
Responsibilities include implementing the corporate direction, vision and goals as well as overseeing the day to day operations of the laboratory operations.
Laboratory Assistant
Full training is provided. The Laboratory Assistant will assist with basic laboratory functions, such as preparing
client samples for analysis and routine lab maintenance.