Spotlight on AGS testing laboratory in Chile

AGS is a testing laboratory, with more than 15 years of experience, located in the city of Coquimbo IV Region Chile, which provides geochemical analysis services for mineral samples, specific lithium analysis and rare earth analysis for different mineralization, using standardized and proprietary methods according to the requirements of our customers, and performing preparation room and laboratory services ON SITE.

AGS, part of the Cotecna Group, also offers shipment inspection and certification services as well as final product certifications.

AGS´s mission is to provide fast, accurate and high-quality testing services, contributing to the current market through the application of technologies, which are carried out with highly competent personnel, to continually improve the quality of the results. AGS is committed to making a positive impact on the success of each client, all while prioritizing the safety and well-being of our personnel, as well as demonstrating a strong commitment to environmental and ecological considerations.

AGS SOLUTIONS

• Preparation of mineral samples
• Core cutting
• Reference material preparation
• Composites preparation
• Atomic Absorption Analysis (EAA)
• Fire Assay
• Analysis by ICPOES determination
• Analysis by ICPMS determination
• IR Combustion Analysis
• Classical Analysis by Volumetric Methods
• Leaching Analysis (Partial Extractions)
• Analysis by magnetic separation
• Chemical Analysis Tests for Lithium
• Rare Earth Chemical Analysis Assays
• Shipping Certification
• Final product certification (concentrates)
• Mechanical Preparation Rooms and Chemical Laboratories On-Site
• Outsourcing of laboratories and mining processes.

Accreditation, Certification

AGS is accredited under Chilean Standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017, for testing of mineral areas, accredited by the National Accreditation Institute INN, under certificates LE 1422 for minerals and LE1423 for environmental (INN-SISS, INN-SMA agreements).

AGS Key Figures

• +30 mining companies as clients in Chile and Brazil
• +150k samples received during the year 2023
• +500k analyzes performed
• +30k ICP OES – ICP MS analyzes performed
• Pioneers in Chile in:
  • Rare Earth Determinations
  • Total Rock Determinations
  • Determinations through metaborate – Lithium tetraborate fusions
  • Determinations by Sodium Peroxide Fusions
• Laboratory accredited under Chilean Standard ISO/IEC 17025 to ICP methods

Learn more at: ageological.com