It was my distinct honor to lead the moderation at the launch event of PhotonAssay by Intertek Ghana, a globally acclaimed Total Quality Assurance provider catering to various industries. This event marked a significant milestone as Intertek proudly unveiled the incorporation of advanced PhotonAssay technology into its Minerals laboratory facility located in Tarkwa, Ghana. This strategic move underscores Intertek Minerals’ unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence, aiming to revolutionize support services for the gold industry in West Africa.
The Tarkwa laboratory, a symbol of Intertek’s longstanding dedication to delivering unparalleled services to the mining and minerals sector, holds a legacy of several decades. With an impressive history and a profound understanding of the distinctive challenges and opportunities in the West African gold industry, Intertek Minerals has consistently endeavored to elevate its service offerings. The introduction of PhotonAssay technology stands out as a pivotal achievement in this ongoing journey of advancement.
PhotonAssay represents a groundbreaking analytical technique, ushering in a new era characterized by speed, precision, and safety in gold analysis. Diverging from conventional fire assay methods, PhotonAssay utilizes high-intensity X-rays to stimulate gold atoms, generating distinctive gamma-ray signatures that are then measured to ascertain gold content. This innovative methodology yields results in a fraction of the time compared to traditional approaches, all while significantly reducing reliance on hazardous chemicals. The integration of PhotonAssay by Intertek Ghana marks a transformative step towards enhancing efficiency and sustainability in the gold industry of West Africa.