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Elevate Your Metallographic Sample Preparation with SPS!
At SPS, we leave no stone unturned when it comes to preparing your samples. From preparing a flat surface to cleaning samples, we pay attention to every detail to ensure […]
Ensuring Mechanical Integrity with Positive Material Identification
One of the most common causes of industrial accidents is failures in mechanical integrity. Examples include the rupture of pressurised systems, stress corrosion cracking, flow-accelerated corrosion (especially in power/nuclear plant […]
Importance of Calibrating Your Instruments
Have you ever wondered why calibration is crucial for your instruments? Let’s dive into it! Measuring devices tend to lose accuracy over time due to normal wear and tear. Inaccuracy […]
Introducing VANTAGE: ASH’s Revolutionary 4K Digital Microscope!
We are thrilled to unveil VANTAGE, our latest 4K Digital Microscope designed to redefine precision and efficiency in visual quality control. VANTAGE is more than a microscope – it’s a […]
Join SPS at Electra Mining 2024!
We are excited to announce that SPS will be exhibiting at the Electra Mining 2024 Expo in Johannesburg, South Africa. Visit us at Booth A13 in Hall 10 to explore […]
Proud to Exhibit at Geocongress 2025: Thank You for Visiting the SPS Booth!
It was a pleasure for SPS to exhibit at Geocongress 2025 at the University of the Free State! The Geocongress is a prestigious biennial event that brings together leading academics, […]
Showcasing Advanced Mineralogy Solutions at Flotation 25
Recently, SPS, together with our partner Thermo Fisher Scientific, had the privilege of exhibiting at the Flotation 25 Conference. It was exciting to showcase and demonstrate the Maps Mineralogy software […]
SPS and Thermo Fisher Scientific Host Successful Amira-Avizo Workshops Across South African Universities
Scientific and Precision Solutions (SPS), together with Thermo Fisher Scientific, successfully hosted a series of hands-on workshops on Thermo Scientific Amira-Avizo Software across leading South African universities, including University of […]
SPS and Thermo Fisher Scientific proudly participated in the 2024 MSSA Conference.
SPS and Thermo Fisher Scientific were excited to participate in the 2024 MSSA Conference, held at the University of the Free State from December 2 to 5. As consistent sponsors […]
SPS at SAIP2026 – Advancing Scientific Excellence Through Innovative Laboratory Solutions
The 70th Annual South African Institute of Physics Conference, hosted by the University of the Western Cape, brought together the people shaping the future of scientific research: academics, researchers, laboratory […]
SPS exhibited at the Root Cause Analysis Conference Exhibitor!
It was a pleasure for SPS to exhibit at the Root Cause Analysis Conference Exhibitor last week!We showcased our cutting-edge solutions for failure analysis, materials research and quality control – […]
SPS installs high-tech equipment at ACE-SPED, UNN, in the materials characterisation lab
The SPS team has successfully installed and conducted training for the Axia ChemiSEM Scanning Electron Microscope at the Africa Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Power and Energy Development (ACE-SPED), University […]
SPS Installs NETZSCH DMA 503 Eplexor at Sumitomo Rubber South Africa to Enhance Quality Control
The SPS team proudly completed the installation of the NETZSCH DMA 503 Eplexor at Sumitomo Rubber South Africa — a major step forward in strengthening quality control at its manufacturing […]
SPS Proudly Completes Installation of an Advanced MTS Tensile Tester for Weir Minerals
Our service team recently completed the installation of an advanced MTS tensile tester for WEIR Minerals! This high-performance system is specifically designed to enhance both productivity and safety in their […]
SPS Proudly Completes the Installation of Two Metkon Servocut-302 Fully-Automatic Cut-Off Machines
Our SPS team has successfully completed the installation of two advanced Metkon Servocut-302 fully-automatic cut-off systems — a powerful step forward in delivering precision, productivity and reliability to our customer’s […]
SPS Proudly Sponsors Workshop for Geoscientists
SPS is proud to sponsor a workshop for geoscientists, hosted by Mintek under the auspices of the Mineralogical Association of South Africa (MINSA) and the Geological Society of South Africa […]
SPS Successfully Installs Advanced Construction Material Testing Equipment
The SPS team is proud to announce the successful installation of cutting-edge construction material testing equipment for the Lesotho Highlands Water Project! This achievement highlights our ability to deliver innovative […]
SPS Supplies Advanced Metkon SERVOCUT-302 System to PH Heat Treatment Laboratory
We are proud to share that the SPS team recently completed the successful installation of the Metkon Servocut-302 at the PH Heat Treatment laboratory – a significant step forward in […]
Successful Installation and Training of the Quattro SEM – First of Its Kind in Africa!
Another happy customer! Our service team recently completed the installation and training of the Thermo Scientific Quattro SEM at the Kenya Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KENYA-AIST). This innovative […]
Successful Installation of Apreo 2 C SEM at Kenmare Mine, Mozambique!
We’re proud to celebrate another successful installation and a satisfied customer at Kenmare Mine in Mozambique! The Apreo 2 C SEM is now fully operational, providing unmatched high-resolution performance and […]
Successful Installation of Scios 2 DualBeam FIB-SEM at North West University!
We are proud to celebrate another milestone with the successful installation of the state-of-the-art Scios 2 DualBeam FIB-SEM system at North West University. The Thermo Scientific™ Scios™ 2 DualBeam™ FIB-SEM […]
Thank You for Visiting SPS at Geometallurgy 2025
A big thank you to everyone who visited the SPS booth at the Geometallurgy 2025 Conference last week! It was a pleasure connecting with customers and industry leaders, sharing ideas […]
Thermo Fisher Scientific and SPS at Process Mineralogy Conference 2024!
It was an honour for Thermo Fisher Scientific and SPS to exhibit at the Process Mineralogy Conference 2024! This conference provided an exceptional opportunity to engage with our valued customers […]
Understanding Material Fracture Toughness Testing
With more than 25 years of experience in materials testing, metallurgy, and system engineering, Dr. Erik Schwarzkopf brings unique expertise to customer engagements. In this Q&A, he delves into the […]
Unlock the Full Potential of Advanced Battery Research and Production
This state-of-the-art solution ensures stable and precise process conditions, covering every step from material preparation to cell assembly and testing. The result? Increased efficiency and longer lifetimes for your battery […]
Unlocking Innovation: Bruker Elemental Day Workshop
SPS and Bruker experts proudly hosted a successful Bruker Elemental Day workshop last week. We had an insightful session covering various analytical techniques we offer and their best applications. This […]