RE: Next News26 Jan 2026 17:44
From AI.
Estimated Turnaround Times (2026)
Comprehensive Project Reports (1–3 Months): For large-scale exploration programs, final assay results and mineral resource estimates are often targeted for release one to three months after drilling concludes (e.g., results from 2025 programs are often scheduled for Q1 2026).
Core Analysis Workflow Phases
The total time is influenced by several sequential steps:
Logging and Photography: Meticulous documentation of depth, length, and visible features immediately after extraction.
Sample Selection and Cutting: Geologists mark intervals for testing; technicians cut cores in half, retaining one half for reference.
Preparation (Crushing/Milling): Samples are washed to remove debris and then crushed and pulverized into fine powders suitable for chemical analysis.
Laboratory Assaying: Precise geochemical testing (e.g., cyanide leaching, fire assaying, or ICP-MS) to quantify mineral concentrations.
Quality Control (QA/QC): Insertion of blanks, standards, and duplicates to ensure data accuracy before final reporting