Activation Laboratories Ltd.

Analytical Services for Petroleum

Exploration and Production
Canadian Fee Schedule
Quality Analysis...
Innovative Technologies
1336 Sandhill Drive
Ancaster, ON L9G 4V5
Tel: (905) 648-9611
Fax: (905) 648-9613
E-mail: [email protected]
Revised Apr. 8/10
Website: www.actlabs.com
 ANALYTICAL SERVICES FOR PETROLEUM EXPLORATION AND PRODUCTION
INTRODUCTION
The Actlabs Group of Companies has laboratories in Canada, Australia, Peru, Chile, Mongolia, Greenland, Mexico, Venezuela,
Guyana and Africa which operate as independent affiliates with day-to-day management of individual laboratories residing with the local
management under the guidance of a management committee. This management style allows each laboratory to respond rapidly to the
requirements of you, the customer, and empowers local management to effectively serve our clients needs. Our collective expertise
covers all aspects of petroleum analysis from academic research applications, exploration, environmental base line studies through
production to analysis of refined products. Our goal is to provide the highest quality of analyses, using the most modern analytical
method and equipment at a cost and turnaround commensurate with your requirements.
Research and development efforts over the years have put us at the forefront of geochemical exploration technology. Some notable
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achievement include development of selective leaches, including the highly successful Enzyme Leach and Soil Gas Hydrocarbons
(SGH), for the identification of petroleum bodies. Actlabs’ Lithogeochemical packages by fusion ICP/OES and ICP/MS provide an
unparalleled array of analytes and detection limits including major oxides and 45 trace elements (including REE and other HFSE), for
geological research and its application to petroleum exploration. This includes techniques in lithostratigraphic correlations and
chemical palaeontology. The Hydrogeochemistry package by ICP/MS is unrivalled in terms of both suite of elements and detection
limits available, and is a major technological advance which provides a new tool for exploration and environmental base line studies.
Exploration efforts can be maximized through the use of Actlabs’ XRD, Isotopic Ratio and Geochronology Services. Dating of rocks and
identification of clays helps further exploration efforts by aiding in the determination of provenance as well as age relations between
structurally complex stratigraphic sequences.
Quality of data has always been of prime importance, and in 1998 the Activation Laboratories Ltd. Quality System became accredited to
international quality standards by obtaining ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation for specific registered tests through the Standards Council of
Canada. This standard is the ultimate in quality assurance standards and guides the laboratory in both quality systems and analytical
methods.

CORPORATE HISTORY
Actalbs was established in 1987 by Dr. Eric Hoffman, an economic geochemist, in Brantford, Ontario and within two years moved to a
new modern facility in Ancaster, Ontario. The laboratory began by providing Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis (INAA) to the
academic, government and mineral exploration sectors. The INAA technique which involves bombarding samples with neutrons from a
nuclear reactor and measuring the induced gamma-ray "fingerprint" from the sample, non-destructively, was enthusiastically embraced
by all as a highly accurate and cost-effective, analytical technique for analysis of geological samples. Dr. Hoffman had effected the
transfer of INAA technology from university to industry in 1978, where it became widely accepted. Although excellent, the INAA
technique could not analyze all elements in the periodic table to the detection limits required by our clientele. Unfortunately, no one
analytical technique can achieve this distinction. As a result, ACTLABS added Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AA), Inductively
Coupled Plasma-Optical Emission Spectroscopy (ICP/OES), X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy (XRF), Fire Assay, Infrared
technology for carbon and sulphur, Ion Chromatography, Capillary Electrophoresis (CE), Autoanalyzers, Inductively Coupled Plasma
Emission Mass Spectrometry (ICP/MS), High Resolution ICP/MS, Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS), High
Performance Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (HPLC, LC/MS/MS) and Coulometry.
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Actlabs introduced Enzyme Leach in 1993. This selective extraction on surface soil had the ability to "see through" cover and find
blind ore deposits buried below several hundred metres of overburden and cover rock. This was clearly an order of magnitude better
than conventional geochemistry. Actlabs acquired its first ICP/MS in 1993 and pioneered large-scale ICP/MS analyses. We have
maintained our commitment to advanced technology with the newest quadruple ICP/MS technology and we are the only commercial
laboratory serving the mineral industry with high resolution magnetic sector ICP/MS technology. This technology allows us to have
better detection limits than a quadruple ICP/MS by 1 - 2 orders of magnitude and resolves most interferences.
Developed through over 20 years experience in GC/MS-related work and several years of research and development with ten
exploration companies, Soil Gas Hydrocarbons (SGH) was added to the wide array of selective extractions offered by the Actlabs
Group. The SGH procedure analyses B-horizon soil samples for hydrocarbons in the C5-C17 range. Through GC/MS analysis,
determinations of 162 compounds in the C5-C17 range can be performed to the low parts-per-trillion (ppt). Subtle hydrocarbon
anomalies that would not be determined by conventional methods are delineated precisely with SGH.
In 2009 a new Field Emission Gun Scanning Electron microscope with 2 Energy Dispersive Xray Analyzers and Mineral Liberation
Analyzer software was added (FEG SEM-MLA). This instrument is unique in North America (FEI-FEG QUANTA 650 MLA).This new
facility marks the beginning of Actlabs entry into the Geometallurgy market .
Actlabs is committed to bringing the most modern technologies and a higher level of competencies to the analytical laboratory for the
mineral industry. In little over a decade, the Actlabs Group has become the world’s leading laboratory group providing Neutron Activation
and ICP/MS services. We continue to invest heavily in Research and Development of new products so that our clients can be at the
forefront of exploration technology.
Terms and Conditions
All prices are exclusive of GST, are in Canadian dollars and apply only to clients submitting samples from Canada. These prices apply to most geological
materialsfor routine analyses. A surcharge may apply for abnormal matrices or non routine analytical requirements. The client will be advised of any
such conditions prior to performing the analytical work. A minimum charge of $100.00 will be effective on all orders. A fee of $75.00 will be charged if a
Chain of Custody form if required. Payment should accompany the order unless credit has been established. Terms are net 30 days. Prices and
packages are subject to change without notice. Customers are responsible for paying bank charges and should not be deducted from the total amount of
the invoice. We reserve the right to subcontract work to affiliated laboratories. Clients can pay invoices by cheque, bank draft, Visa, Mastercard, AMEX
or direct bank deposit (EFT). To pay by credit card, a signature is required - either in the original paperwork or sent by fax or e-mail. We also require the
security code found on the card.
For direct bank deposit, pay to the account of Activation Laboratories Ltd. at: Royal Bank of Canada
59 Wilson Street West
Ancaster, Ontario CANADA
L9G 1N1
Tel: (905) 648-4411
Transit # 00102 003
Account # 400 389 3

Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

Activation Laboratories Ltd. has achieved the ultimate accreditation to international standards, the ISO 17025 standard for specific registered tests.
ISO/17025 evaluates the quality system and specific analytical methodologies through proficiency testing and routine audits of the laboratory. In
addition, we have achieved accreditation to CAN-P-1579, specific to mineral analysis laboratories. We are one of the few commercial laboratories which
have achieved this distinction. Activation Laboratories Ltd. can also advise on methods you can use to ensure security of samples during transport to the
laboratory. We have a rigorous chain of custody protocol in place to ensure security of your samples once we receive them. Analytical uncertainty is
available on request. In 2007, Activation Laboratories Ltd. became accredited to NELAP in the USA.

Liability
Any analysis, testing, inspection or investigation in connection with any work performed by Activation Laboratories Ltd. shall be conducted in accordance
with recognized professional analytical standards. Neither Activation Laboratories Ltd., nor its subcontractors, consultants, agents, officers or
employees shall be held responsible for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from any default, negligence, error or omission. While every
effort will be taken to store the unused portion of your samples, Activation Laboratories Ltd. cannot bear any responsibility for loss or damage, regardless
of the cause. The liability, if any, of Activation Laboratories Ltd. shall be limited to the cost of performing the analyses.

Sample Packaging and Shipping Instructions

For convenience and to improve turnaround time, a sample submittal sheet can be filled out on-line and e-mailed. Make sure to include date of shipment,
carrier or shipment method and the waybill number so that we can track delayed shipments. An accurate sample list can be sent as an e-mail attachment
and will speed up order processing. Please ensure all samples are identified clearly with sample numbers. This can be accomplished with waterproof ink
on the sample bags or with sample tags in the sample bags. Turnaround time will be improved by packaging samples in order, neatly in shipping
containers and providing a list of all sample numbers, preferably with a hard copy or by e-mail. If using pop top vials or glass bottles, ensure that they are
taped shut and protected from breakage. Sealed plastic bags are best for shipping pulps. For most efficient delivery, we recommend the use of couriers,
or transport companies for heavier shipments.
Samples should be shipped to:
Activation Laboratories Ltd.
1428 Sandhill Drive
Ancaster, Ontario
Canada L9G 4V5
Tel: 1 (905) 648-9611 or 1-888-ACTLABS
Fax: 1 (905) 648-9613
E-mail: [email protected]
Instructions for report and invoice distribution should be included with each shipment, or can be sent to our e-mail address [email protected].
Complimentary shipping labels are available upon request. Heavy duty plastic sample bags, cloth sample bags, soil envelopes and sample books are
available at cost. Filling out a Request for Analysis form will provide all of the information required. Sample submissions poorly labelled or packaged, or
having incomplete or no submission sheets may not be processed until adequate written instructions are received from the client and may incur
additional sorting charges.

Sample Storage
When submitting samples, please indicate on the Request for Analysis form if you require sample storage, disposal or if you require samples to be
returned after analysis. For returns, please include all necessary shipping information e.g., courier, account number, etc. Return of samples is done at
cost. The reject portion of samples prepared by Actlabs will be retained for a period of not more than 60 days from the date of final report. Pulps
(prepared material) will also be kept for a period of 90 days. Crusher reject or oversized sieve rejects will be saved on request only. Pulps and rejects
stored at the customers request will be subject to a storage charge (see sample submittal sheet for charges) billed quarterly. Irradiated material will be
discarded after 30 days unless prior arrangements are made. Return of radioactive material requires a Nuclear Safety Commission licence. Cost per
shipment of radioactive materials is $100.00 plus shipping costs. Disposal of soil, sediment or vegetation samples, which have entered Canada under a
CFIA permit, will incur a disposal cost for larger sample volumes.

Return of Data
Analytical reports can be returned via hard copy, CD-ROM, electronic mail (internet) or fax copy at the customers’ discretion for no additional charge.
Data is normally available in Excel format. Other formats are available on request. We have implemented a Laboratory Information Management
System (LIMS). Clients can track samples from sample reception and logging through to preparation, analysis and reporting.

Turnaround Time
Please enquire regarding turnaround time. Normal turnaround depends on the analytical package, sample volume as well as time of year. Excessively
wet samples may slow turnaround time, as will undocumented and unorganized shipments. RUSH Analysis: If you require analyses by a certain date,
please ensure that this is clearly noted on the Request for Analysis form. We will make every effort to meet your requirements, however, rush conditions
will require payment of a surcharge (i.e., 3 days – 200%, 1 week – 100%, 2 weeks – 50%).
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LithoChem Stratigraphy (LCS) Package - Code LCS
Are you drilling in stratigraphic sections where well logs cannot be used to provide clear correlations and that have few fossil markers?
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LithoChem Stratigraphy can easily resolve ambiguous stratigraphic correlations. Actlabs’ LithoChem Stratigraphy package provides a
complete analysis of the major element oxides plus 7 trace elements in drill cuttings or sidewall cores. A total of 18 geochemical parameters can
be used to resolve correlation between wells in ambiguous sections. Actlabs’ analytical technology is not hampered by the problems of “near
total” acid digestions used my most laboratories or by semi-quantitative laser-ablation spectrographic analyses. Total analyses are produced
accurately and precisely for elements bound in resistate and refractory minerals. All detection limits in ppm.

Analyte LCS Extended LCS Analyte LCS Extended LCS Analyte LCS Extended LCS
SiO2 0.01% 0.01% Mo 2 Ho 0.01
TiO2 0.001% 0.001% Nb 0.2 Er 0.01
Al2O3 0.01% 0.01% Ni 1 Tm 0.005
Fe2O3 0.01% 0.01% Pb 1 Yb 0.01
MnO 0.001% 0.001% Rb 1 Lu 0.002
MgO 0.01% 0.01% S 100 U 0.01
CaO 0.01% 0.01% Sb 0.2 Th 0.05
Na2O 0.01% 0.01% Sc 1 1
K2O 0.01% 0.01% Se 3
P2O5 0.01% 0.01% Sn 1
LOI 0.01% 0.01% Sr 2 2
Ag 0.5 Ta 0.01
As 0.5 Tl 0.05
Au 2 ppb V 5 5
Ba 3 3 W 0.5
Be 1 1 Y 2 0.5
Bi 0.1 Zn 1
Br 0.5 Zr 4 1
Cd 0.5 La 0.05
Co 1 Ce 0.05
Cr 2 Pr 0.01
Cs 0.1 Nd 0.05 LCS-48 hour turnaround $150.00
Cu 1 Sm 0.01 LCS-72 hour turnaround $115.00
Ga 1 Eu 0.005 LCS-2 week turnaround $50.00
Ge 0.5 Gd 0.01 Extended LCS-1 week $225.00
Hf 0.1 Tb 0.01 Extended LCS-2 week $185.00
In 0.1 Dy 0.01

Chemical Palaeontology - Code CP

Microorganism shells have minor element and trace element concentrations that reflect the conditions under which those organisms lived. Salinity, trace
element concentration of the water, temperature, oxygen fugacity, nutrients and other factors may affect shell compositions. Chemical alteration of
shells during burial and diagenesis can also be estimated based on variations of some trace elements.

Actlabs has developed technology for analysing ostracods, forams or other microfossils (either singly or in aggregate) for 52 trace elements. Detection
limits span from percentages to the part-per-billion (ppb) range. This data has been shown to be useful for determining the environment under which the
organisms lived. This information can be used to map depositional conditions in sedimentary basins. Listed below are the available analytes and
detection limits in parts per million (ppm).

Single Shell Single Shell Single Shell

Analyte Ostracod Aggregate Analyte Ostracod Aggregate Analyte Ostracod Aggregate
Al 1200 120 La 0.6 0.06 Ti 60 6
As 18 1.8 Li 600 60 Tl 3 0.3
B 600 60 Lu 0.6 0.06 Tm 0.6 0.06
Ba 60 6 Mg 60 6 U 0.6 0.06
Be 60 6 Mn 60 6 V 30 3
Bi 6 0.6 Mo 60 6 W 12 1.2
Ca 30000 3000 Na 3000 300 Y 1.8 0.18
Cd 6 0.6 Nb 3 0.3 Yb 0.6 0.06
Ce 1.2 0.12 Nd 2.4 0.24 Zn 300 30
Co 3 0.3 Ni 180 18 Zr 0.6 0.06
Cr 300 30 Pb 60 6
Cs 1.2 0.12 Pr 0.6 0.06
Cu 120 12 Rb 3 0.3
Dy 0.6 0.06 Sb 6 0.6
Er 0.6 0.06 Sc 600 60
Eu 0.6 0.06 Se 120 12
Fe 3000 300 Si 30000 3000
Ga 6 0.6 Sm 1.2 0.12
Gd 1.2 0.12 Sn 60 6
Ge 6 0.6 Sr 24 2.4
Hf 1.2 0.12 Ta 0.6 0.06
Ho 0.6 0.06 Tb 0.6 0.06
In 0.6 0.06 Te 6 0.6 Code CP (1-10 samples) $230.00
K 6000 600 Th 0.6 0.06 Code CP (11+ samples) $150.00
 Enzyme LeachSM Services
Enzyme LeachSM Services aid in the detection of hydrocarbon accumulations at depths up to several thousand meters. Our proprietary
selective extraction techniques were developed over the past 25 years and have been successfully utilized to locate oil and natural gas
accumulations in the subsurface. Petroleum reservoirs are indicated by a host of elements that are concentrated into positive and
negative patterns above and around the margins of oil and gas reservoirs. Trace elements become trapped at parts-per-billion and
parts-per-trillion levels within amorphous manganese oxide coatings on sand and silt grains in soil or sediment at the surface. Selective
leaching of the amorphous MnO2 and subsequent analysis for 68 trace and major elements by ICP/MS reveals patterns that indicate
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hidden hydrocarbon accumulations. Enzyme Leach is the most effective selective extraction for specifically attacking amorphous
MnO2 and thereby generates the highest background to anomaly contrast within subtle anomalies.
Actlabs’ Enzyme LeachSM Services will take your project from
survey design and sample collection to data interpretation and
target definition. Our expert staff of geologists and geochemists will
design the most appropriate soil geochemistry program for your
project.
Our years of experience, discovery successes and ongoing
research programs combine to make us the leader in selective
extraction technologies.
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Pricing for Enzyme Leach surveys is based on a by the data point
charge for that location, plus sample collection and mobilization
costs. Quotes are available on request.
Price: $45.00 per sample
Sample preparation charges are additional.
Volume discounts may be applicable. Please enquire.

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Lone Star Energy makes onshore Morocco petroleum discovery with SRM (Sedimentary Residual Magnetics),
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MBS (Magnetic Bright Spot), 2D Seismic, and Enzyme Leach Services

Excerpts from Lone Star Energy August 21, 2000 press release
“(Morocco, August 21, 2000) - Lone Star Energy, a Moroccan-based and associated company of Skidmore Energy, Inc., USA, drilled an
important discovery well on Block III of the Talsinnt Permit. The Talsinnt Permit is located in the High Plateau area of northeastern
Morocco.”
“The SBK #1 discovery well encountered as gross interval of the TAGI Reservoir at 3425-3505 m. Two (2) zones were isolated for
production testing and modeling. A drill stem test (DST) indicates a reservoir pressure of 7175 PSI and a production rate of 2500
MCFGPD, with minor amounts of light oil. Analysis of the DST results indicates good reservoir conditions, with expectations of primarily
oil production and a potential reserve estimate of 50 - 100 MMBOE for the prospect.”
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Excerpts from ACTLABS November 30, 1999 Enzyme Leach Services report
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“Enzyme Leach data were generated from soils collected at 168 sample sites in a soil survey contracted by Skidmore Energy Inc.,
Lone Star Energy in the Talsinnt Block, Foum Messaoud petroleum exploration project, Morocco. A well defined high-contrast oxidation
halo is present within the sampled area and is best indicated by many of the oxidation suite elements.”
“Bromide and chlorine are most enriched along the eastern margin of the oxidation halo... The Br, and particularly Cl values (up to 0.2%
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Cl) at these locations are very high relative to data from numerous Enzyme Leach surveys and are strongly indicative of a reduced
body in the subsurface.”

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Enzyme Leach Arsenic Enzyme Leach Iodine
 Soil Gas Hydrocarbons (SGH)
Soil Gas Hydrocarbons (SGH) is an extractive procedure which releases organic compounds adsorbed on B-horizon soil samples. The
SGH procedure provides a highly focussed and sensitive method which measures compounds in the C5-C17 range down to the low
parts-per-trillion (ppt).
The C5-C17 hydrocarbon range has been chosen rather than the C1-C4 range to enhance the robustness of the technique.
Measurement technology advances allow the accurate detection of hydrocarbons in the C5-C17 range at the required ppt level. By
focussing on the C5-C17 range, the SGH technique is less affected by decaying biogenic material compared to the C1-C4 range and is
more robust in terms of sample collection and shipping.
Actlabs’ research and development into the applicability of SGH for exploration has resulted in the availability of a cost-effective method
which can be used in tandem with geophysics to improve your success rate.
SGH Advantages:
• delineation of mineral targets through thick layers of cover rock and overburden
• a cost-effective technique of prioritizing targets
• over 160 hydrocarbon compounds ensures that SGH anomalies are positively identified
• practical sample collection, handling and shipping protocols with one trip to the field reduces costs
• robust method - SGH is uninfluenced by cultural activity
• backed by over 25 years experience in GC/MS related research & development
Price: $48.00 per sample. (50 sample minimum unless a custom quotation has been obtained)
Sample preparation charges are additional. Volume discounts may be applicable. Please enquire.
All SGH submissions receive an interpretation. Price includes interpretation thus relative or UTM coordinates must
accompany the samples when submitted.

Wet Gas Play - Line A-Southern Ontario Wet Gas Play - Line C-Southern Ontario

Gas well intersected two zones This SGH anomaly was directly
at 410 m and 535 m depth that adjacent to another gas
reached down into the Grimsby producing well from this roadside
formation. SGH anomaly was sampling conducted in the same
definitive. township as Line A.

Producing Gas Well Producing Gas Well

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SGH shows REDOX Cell over “Hensel Graben”

Gas Play, Wyandot County, Ohio
SGH shows REDOX cell over Oil Play
“Hillman” Oil Field SW Ontario

Samples from Road Right-of-Way

2D-Seismic
Projection
Oil Reservoir

Gas at 1,400 feet

Well production at 2 mmcfpd
Soil samples from road right-of-way
 Biogeochemistry (detection limits in ppm)

Code Code Code Code Code Code

Analyte P-Veg P-VegAsh Analyte P-Veg P-VegAsh Analyte P-Veg P-VegAsh
Au 0.1 ppb In 0.01 ppb Th 0.1 0.001
Ag 0.2 0.2 Ir 0.1 ppb Ti 0.01 1
Al 0.02 K 0.01% 0.001% Tl 0.001
As 0.01 0.1 La 0.012 0.001 Tm 0.001
B 5 Li 0.5 U 0.001
Ba 5 0.1 Lu 0.001 0.001 V 0.1
Be 0.001 Mg 0.001% W 0.05 0.1
Bi 0.01 Mn 0.01 Y 0.001
Br 0.01 1 Mo 0.05 0.001 Yb 0.005 0.01
Ca 0.01% 0.01% Na 1 0.01% Zn 2 0.01
Cd 0.005 Nb 0.001 Zr 0.001
Ce 0.1 0.005 Nd 0.3 0.001
Co 0.1 0.001 Ni 2 0.01
Cr 0.3 0.1 Pb 0.01
Cs 0.05 0.001 Pr 0.001
Cu 0.01 Rb 1 0.001
Dy 0.001 Re 1 ppt
Er 0.001 Sb 0.005 0.001
Eu 0.05 0.001 Sc 0.01 0.1
Fe 0.005% 0.001% Se 0.1 0.1
Ga 0.001 Si 0.2
Gd 0.001 Sm 0.001 0.001
Ge 0.001 Sn 1
Hf 0.05 0.001 Sr 10 0.001
Hg 0.05 Ta 0.05 0.001 Code P-Veg $40.00
Ho 0.001 Tb 0.1 0.001 Code P-VegAsh $60.00
I 0.02 Te 0.001

Hydrogeochemistry (detection limits in ppb)

Code Code Code

Analyte P-Hydro Analyte P-Hydro Analyte P-Hydro Code P-Anions
Ag 0.2 In 0.001 Ta 0.001 Fluoride (F) 0.01 mg/L $80.00
Al 2 K 30 Tb 0.001 Chloride (Cl) 0.03 mg/L
As 0.03 La 0.001 Te 0.1 Bromide (Br) 0.03 mg/L
Au 0.002 Li 1 Th 0.001 Nitrite (NO2) 0.01 mg/L
B 1 Lu 0.001 Ti 0.1 Nitrate (NO3) 0.01 mg/L
Ba 0.1 Mg 2 Tl 0.001 Phosphate (PO4) 0.02 mg/L
Be 0.1 Mn 0.1 Tm 0.001 Sulphate (So4) 0.03 mg/L
Bi 0.3 Mo 0.1 U 0.001
Br 3 Na 5 V 0.1
Ca 700 Nb 0.005 W 0.02
Cd 0.01 Nd 0.001 Y 0.003 Code P-Hydro $115.00
Ce 0.001 Ni 0.3 Yb 0.001
Co 0.005 Os 0.002 Zn 0.5
Cr 0.05 Pb 0.01 Zr 0.01
Cs 0.001 Pd 0.01
Cu 0.2 Pr 0.001
Dy 0.001 Pt 0.3
Er 0.001 Rb 0.005
Eu 0.001 Re 0.001
Fe 10 Ru 0.01
Ga 0.01 Sb 0.01
Gd 0.001 Sc 1
Ge 0.01 Se 0.2
Hf 0.001 Si 200
Hg 0.2 Sm 0.001
Ho 0.001 Sn 0.1
I 1 Sr 0.04
 Petroleum & Distillate Analysis
Analysis of crude oil can be performed very simply by encapsulation, irradiation and induced gamma-ray counting. No chemistry is required. This
Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis technique provides accurate and rapid analysis at cost-effective prices. This type of analysis can be used for
oil-oil correlations and oil-source rock correlations when used in conjunction with multi-element analysis of rocks. Crude oil samples will be analysed as
submitted without extracting water or suspended sediment.

For petroleum distillates, we must know the type of distillate and its flashpoint. Certain substances such as xylene penetrate the irradiation container and
are not suitable fore analysis by this technique.

Please note that the detection limits quoted are estimates, which are dependant on the amounts of trace elements which may be present.

Long Lived Isotopes (30 mL required) Short Lived Isotoped (5 mL required)

Detection Detection Detection
Analyte Limit Analyte Limit Analyte Limit
Ag 50 ppb Ni 1 ppm Al 5 ppb
As 5 ppb Rb 0.1 ppm Cl 0.1 ppm
Au 0.01 ppb Sb 0.5 ppb I 5 ppb
Ba 0.5 ppm Sc 0.1 ppb Mg 1 ppm
Br 10 ppb Se 50 ppb Mn 2 ppb
Ca 50 ppm Sm 0.1 ppb Na 1 ppm
Ce 10 ppb Sr 0.1 ppm Ti 1 ppm
Co 50 ppb Ta 5 ppb U 5 ppb
Cr 50 ppb Th 1 ppb V 10 ppb
Cs 5 ppb U 0.5 ppb
Eu 5 ppb W 1 ppb First element $236.50
Fe 1 ppm Yb 1 ppb Each additional $32.00
Hf 5 ppb Zn 0.1 ppm
Hg 50 ppb
Ga 10 ppb
La 0.5 ppb
Lu 0.2 ppb First element (1-5 samples) $150.00
Mo 10 ppb Each additional (1-5 samples) $25.00
Re 0.5 ppb First element (6+ samples) $100.00
Na 0.1 ppm Each additional (6+ samples) $25.00
Nd 10 ppb

Isotopic Analysis

Parameter Amount Required Precision Price

Pb-Isotopic analysis by TIMS >1 g 0.1 - 0.2% $500.00
Pb-Isotopic analysis by HR-ICP/MS (1-10 samples) >1 g 0.4 to 0.5% $150.00
Pb-Isotopic analysis by HR-ICP/MS (11+ samples) >1 g 0.4 to 0.5% $110.00
Nd-Isotopic analysis >1 g $500.00
Sr-Isotopic analysis >1 g $500.00
!13C - Graphite or Organic Material 1 mg C 0.2 per mil $165.00
!13C and !18O - Carbonates 1 mg C 0.2 per mil $135.00
!13C and !18O - Siderite, Magnesite, Dolomite 1 mg C 0.2 per mil $165.00
Deuterium Isotopic Analysis - Water 20 mL 3.0 per mil $160.00
Deuterium Isotopic Analysis - Minerals 1 mg 0.2 per mil $225.00
!18O - Water 20 mL 0.2 per mil $140.00
!18O - Silicates 15 mg 0.3 per mil $240.00
!18O - Sulphates 25 mg 0.3 per mil $160.00
!34S - Sulphate 10 mg 0.2 per mil $100.00
!34S - Sulphide 5 mg 0.2 per mil $100.00
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H - Direct 20 mL 8.0 TU $140.00
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H - Enriched 1L 0.8 TU $375.00

Geochronology

K-Ar dating Rock fractions, clay fraction and separated minerals On request
(e.g., biotite, hornblende, sericite, K-feldspar, illite, glauconite, etc.)
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Ar- Ar step heating dating Rock fractions, clay fraction and separated minerals On request
(e.g., biotite, hornblende, sericite, K-feldspar, illite, glauconite, etc.)
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Ar-39Ar total or step heating dating Mineral grains by using laser extraction technique On request
U-Pb dating Isochron dating for all accessory minerals On request
Rb-Sr dating Isochron dating whole rock and minerals On request
Sm-Nd dating Isochron dating whole rock and minerals On request
Mineral Separation Specific mineral phases are separated to provide best data for age dating On request
 Insoluble Package

Prepared samples are analyzed by dissolution in water at 30°C. KCl or Sylvite is dissolved as well as other soluble salts. K, Mg, Na and Ca salts are
solubilized leaving insoluble salts (e.g. anhydrite, kieserite) as a residue which is dried and weighed.

Package includes: Sample preparation Price: $70.00

ICP (K, Mg, Na, Ca, Cl, S as water soluble) Volume discounts may be applicable.
Insoluble residue - included in ICP
Moisture

Options: Soluble Br, Cl Price: $30.00

Soluble carbonate Price: $25.00
Total Br - INAA Price: $20.00
Total Cl - INAA Price: $30.00

Oil Shale Package

These analytical methods are used in exploration programs to determine the anticipated shale oil yield and to better delineate core characteristics.

Analytical Method Description Price/sample

Rock-Eval 2 Pyrolysis Total organic carbon (wt%) $125.00

Non-pyrolysed organic carbon (wt%)
Total mineral carbon (wt%)
S1 - hydrocarbons evolved at 300°C (mg/g)
S2 - hydrocarbons evolved between 300 and 600°C (mg/g) heating at 25°C/min
S3 - organic carbon dioxide evolved at 300°C and up to 390°C (mg/g)
Production Index, Hydrogen Index and Oxygen Index

Rock-Eval 6 Pyrolysis Programmed pyrolysis + TOC + CO2 $250.00

Fischer Assay-ASTM D3904 Free water - moisture (wt%) by oven drying $175.00
Retort water (wt% and L/tonne)
Oil yield (wt% and L/tonne)
Gas yield (wt% and L/tonne)
Spent shale (wt%)
Gas average molecular weight
Oil relative density

GC Scan GC scan of shale gas to include as a minimum: H2, N2, CO, CO2, C1, C2, C3, C4, C5+ $300.00

Elemental Analysis Total carbon, sulphur $22.00

Total organic carbon $35.00
Total oxygen $80.00
Hydrogen $38.50
Nitrogen $38.50
Pyritic sulfur $30.00
Sulfate sulfur $24.25
Mercury $10.00
Fluoride $11.00
Mineral Identification $181.50

Whole Rock Analysis A whole rock analysis is performed to provide chemical analysis of inorganic components $45.00
of the rock.

Trace Metal Analysis Near total digestion is performed and a full trace metal scan by ICP shall be conducted to $35.00
include at least the following elements:
Cu, Pb, Zn, Fe, W, Mo, Sn, In, Bi, Cd, Sb, F, Nb, Ta, Th, Cs, Y, As, Ag, U and V.

X-ray Diffraction
Mineral Identification $150.00
Clay Speciation $450.00
 Coal Package

Parameter ASTM Method Price

Sample Preparation D-2013 $16.00

Dry Screen Analysis (1 kg) (first fraction) D-4749 $40.00
Specific Gravity (Relative Density) D-167 $29.00
Total Moisture (TM) D-3302 $25.00

Proximate Analysis (Ash, Inherent Moisture, Volatile Matter) D-3172 $40.00

Free Swelling Index D-720 $20.00
Calorific Value (CV) D-5865 $40.00
Total Sulphur D-4239 $26.00

Forms of Sulphur D-2492 $62.00

(including Sulphates, Pyritic Sulphur and Organic C)
Mercury D-6414 $25.00
Equilibrium Moisture D-1412 $45.00
Ash Fusion Temperature (Reducing, Oxidizing, Combined) D-1857 $125.00

Ultimate Analysis: D-3176

Carbon $55.00
Hydrogen $60.75
Carbon + Nitrogen $95.00
Nitrogen D-5373 $55.00

Bulk Density $33.00

F in coal ASTM 5987-96 $77.00
Cl in coal $44.00
Loss on Ignition 750°C ASTM D7348-08 $25.00
Hardgrove Grindability ASTM D409/D409 M-09 $75.00

Major and trace elements on ash: Price: $163.00

Elements and Detection Limits (ppm, except where noted)

SiO2 0.01% Bi 0.4 In 0.2 Sn 1

Al2O3 0.01% Br 0.5 Ir 5 ppb Sr 2
Fe2O3 0.01% Ce 0.1 La 0.1 Ta 0.1
MgO 0.01% Cd 0.5 Lu 0.04 Tb 0.1
MnO 0.001% Co 1 Mo 2 Th 0.1
CaO 0.01% Cr 5 Nb 1 Tl 0.1
TiO2 0.001% Cs 0.5 Nd 0.1 Tm 0.05
Na2O5 0.01% Cu 1 Ni 1 U 0.1
K2O 0.01% Dy 0.1 Pb 5 V 5
P2O5 0.01% Er 0.1 Pr 0.05 W 1
LOI 0.01% Eu 0.05 Rb 2 Y 2
Ag 0.5 Ga 1 S 0.001% Yb 0.1
As 0.5 Gd 0.1 Sb 0.2 Zn 1
Au 2 ppb Ge 1 Sc 0.1 Zr 4
Ba 3 Hf 0.2 Se 3
Be 1 Ho 0.1 Sm 0.1

Instrument Well-Log Calibration Carbon Analyses

Code WLC-1
B 0.5 ppm Total Carbon 0.01% $25.00
Gd 0.5 ppm Code WLC-1 $80.00 Organic Carbon 0.05% $40.00
Graphitic Carbon 0.05% $40.00
Code WLC-2 CO2 0.05% $25.00
U 0.5 ppm
Th 0.2 ppm
K 100 ppm Code WLC-2 $80.00
 Geometallurgy (Automated Quantitative Mineralogy - MLA)
Geometallurgy is an integrated methodology and multi-disciplinary field which aims to add value to a mineral deposit or resource while looking ahead at
risk-reduction and improved decision-making and cost-effective down-stream activities (e.g. development, pre-feasibility, feasibility and production).
The objective of successful Geometallurgy is quality ore-characterization and establishing links and relationships between geology, mineralogy and
processing characteristics. In this regard, quantitative mineralogy is key to this process.

MLA – Mineral Liberation Analyser

The Quanta 600F MLA Instrument at Actlabs is a state-of-the-art MLA system with superior resolution and performance over typical Scanning Electron
Microscope systems. The Field Emission Gun electron source makes for significantly higher resolution analysis relative to regular MLA and QemSCAN
technology. The system is equipped with specialized software and Energy Dispersive Spectrometers, and is capable of providing reliable numeric data
on:
• Mineralogical composition (mineral identities and proportions)
• Distribution and deportment of elements of interest among host minerals
• Mineral grain size distributions
• Mineral association information
• Particle compositions and population distributions (with colour coded particle images)
• Mineralogically Limiting Grade-Recovery Curves

Services and Fees

Mineralogical sample preparation and methods differ from assay sample preparation in that features of particles and rock-fragments are measured as a
matter of routine. As a result, sample particle size distributions are typically coarser, sampling efficiency and protocols are different and often require
greater time for appropriate sub-sampling and measurement. In addition, the complexity of ores and the fact that element and mineral grade
relationships are unknown prior to analysis, means that the detection limits for minerals are not fixed. As a result, prices are presented as unit costs
based on a standard, 30 mm diameter polished section. Similarly, thin section analysis is presented for samples without any guarantee of representivity.

Actlabs offers mineralogical analysis of assay rejects, drill core, RC drilling chips, plant samples and most other forms of man-made and natural
materials.MLA can be applied to precious metals (Au, Pt, Pd, Ag), base metals (Cu, Ni, Co, Pb, Mo, Zn), ferrous and non-ferrous raw materials (Fe, Sn,
Mn, W, Ta, Nb, U and REE) and mineral sands.

Experimental Description Detection Limit Price

Information

SAMPLE PREPARATION
AND SET-UP SCHEDULE
Basic Modal Analysis Rapid modal analysis for exploration samples. 0.1 %* $340.00
Polished section preparation Unit sub-sample, represented by a 30 mm, $48.00
epoxy-mounted, particulate section for MLA
analysis. The price of one section is included
in the basic modal cost.
Sizing Sieve-sizing, including cyclosizing, or alternate, By quotation
into discrete size fractions.
Crushing/Milling Size reduction; dependant on mass of sample, By quotation
study objective and as-received sample form.
Collection of Mineral Collection and Validation of an Ore Mineral List Dependant on grain $400.00
Reference Standards List for a new Project. size and grade*

ANALYSIS/MEASUREMENT
SEM Analysis Use of SEM in ad-hoc, manual mode. $350.00/hr
(SEM-EDS and photomicrography)
Thin Section Analysis - Basic Modal analysis of thin section. 0.1%* $240.00
Thin Section Analysis - Advanced As above, but with grain size and association 0.1%* $400.00
data.
Ore Characterization - Standard Analysis of coarsely crushed sample for the 0.1 %** $600.00
determination of mineral suite, proportions,
grain size and association data. (duplicate
sections)
Ore Characterization - Advanced High-resolution option; involves analysing two 0.1 %** $1,200.00
size fractions and/or higher resolution
measurement.
Coarse Precious Metal Determination of discrete PGM mineralogy, Grain Size of $280.00
Mineralogy speciation, grain size and association on ores, > 1.5 microns
process samples and tailings. (per section)
Fine Precious Metal Mineralogy Determination of discrete PGM mineralogy, Grain Size of $560.00
(High Resolution) speciation, grain size and association on ores, < 1.5 microns
process samples and tailings. (per section)

REPORTING
Reporting Formal presentation and reporting of results, Depends on volume By quotation
either in tabulated form or including discussion of samples
and interpretation. Usually a fixed % of
Experimental.

* Unit cost based on a single polished section. (Discounts available for batch submissions)
** Depends on target grade and complexity of mineralogy.