In the quality control chain of the equipment manufacturing industry, the accuracy and consistency of material composition are the fundamental steps. Recently, Create Analytical Instrument showcased its Mobile Metal Analyzer, X-ray fluorescence analyzer, and handheld XRF analyzer at the Lijia International Intelligent Equipment Exhibition, sharing the application capabilities of these three analyzers in on-site inspection of equipment manufacturing with industry users. 

The mobile metal analyzer has extended the original laboratory-based spectroscopy analysis technology to the outdoor environment. To meet the detection requirements for special alloys, this device has been designed with multiple usage modes. When the operator needs to inspect high-altitude structural components, they can put the main unit into a backpack and carry it to the scaffolding or platform for work; for large pipelines or pressure vessels, it can be switched to a hand-held mode, and the detection probe can be placed against the curved surface for analysis; for continuous multi-point detection in the factory area on a daily basis, a small trolley can be used to achieve flexible movement. Regardless of which mode is used, the detection process is relatively straightforward - by aiming the excitation gun at the polished and flat metal surface, pulling the trigger, and within a few seconds, the instrument will display the content of elements such as carbon, silicon, manganese, phosphorus, and sulfur in the material, as well as the corresponding brand information. This capability helps equipment manufacturing enterprises confirm on-site whether the materials meet the standards in production, avoiding the entry of unqualified batches into the next process. 

The X-ray fluorescence analyzer is mainly used in the equipment manufacturing industry for the analysis of metal material composition and the identification of material grades. Starting from the screening of raw materials upon entry, operators can place steel, aluminum alloy or copper alloy into the detection port. Within a few seconds, the content of the main alloy elements can be read, allowing for a quick determination of whether it is consistent with the procurement requirements. Of course, during the production process, if users need to recheck the material near weld seams and large structural components. For example, in the manufacturing of pressure vessels, quality inspectors can conduct random inspections on key components such as the cylinder body and head to verify the consistency of the material with the design documents. At this time, we recommend that you use a handheld X-ray fluorescence spectrometer. 
The handheld XRF analyzer has further enhanced the convenience of on-site testing. The device is lightweight and powered by batteries, allowing operators to carry it single-handedly to warehouse storage areas, production workshops, or outdoor installation sites. In the project of replacing old pipelines, the testing personnel can directly conduct material verification on the in-service pipelines without the need to cut and take samples. Before the products are shipped out, the X-ray fluorescence analyzer can also be used for final inspection to ensure the material compliance of each batch of products. 
Through the combined application of these devices, Create Analytical Instrument has provided the equipment manufacturing industry with a relatively complete element analysis solution covering from raw materials to finished products, and from laboratories to the site. This helps enterprises enhance the scope and response speed of quality control. We look forward to cooperating with more enterprises and strive to collaborate with more enterprises for coordinated development.