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How reliable are the results obtained from the analyses?

Answer:
Results obtained from the various Laboratories in the Centre are very reliable as the equipment are Calibrated and also the Centre makes use of Standard reference materials prior to carrying out Sample analysis.

Are NMDC’s equipment Calibrated to meet International Standards?

Answer:
Yes, NMDC’s equipment in the Centre are Calibrated to meet International Standards.

Does NMDC make available the procedures for her analysis?

Answer:
Yes, NMDC makes available the procedures used for analysis if requested by the Client.

Does NMDC has a price list for the types of analysis she carries out?

Answer:
NMDC’s main focus is on Samples related to Mining and Metallurgy. These include Ores such as Iron Ore, Bauxite, Magnesite, etc. However, the Centre also analyses sample materials like Ash samples, Soil and Water samples.

Is there an exhaustive list of the types of Samples that NMDC analyses?

Answer:
NMDC’s main focus is on Samples related to Mining and Metallurgy. These include Ores such as Iron Ore, Bauxite, Magnesite, etc. However, the Centre also analyses sample materials like Ash samples, Soil and Water samples.

What type of services does NMDC Jos render to the public?

Answer:
NMDC Jos render services that range from analysis on samples, consultancy services, industrial training for students, organizing professional training/workshops or seminars, etc.

How long does it take to complete an analysis?

Answer:
It takes an average of one day for chemical analysis and a maximum of one week to complete an analysis

What type of equipment does NMDC use for analysis?

Answer:
The Centre has a range of equipment that are used for analysis. They include: Microwave Plasma – Atomic Emission Spectrometer (MP-AES), ED-XRF (Energy Dispersive X-Ray Fluorescence) OES (Optical Emission Spectrometer) AAS (Atomic Absorption Spectrometer) UV/VIS (UV/Visible Spectrophotometer) pH Meter Furnaces Oven Industrial Water distiller, etc.

Does NMDC interpret result of their analysis?

Answer:
Yes, we interpret result after analysis if requested by the client.


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National Metallurgical Development Centre [NMDC], Jos established by Act 50 of 1992, is a Research and Development organization with the mandate to carry out research and development activities for the Metallurgical and allied industries for the development of the nation’s solid minerals sector.

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