Petrology

Advanced petrological analysis offer critical insights into rock and mineral compositions, aiding in mineral resource classification and quality control. Additionally, ARC can ensure sustainable practices in resource extraction. Western Australia’s mining and petrology services are integral to the economic growth and responsible development of its rich natural resources.

Our In-House Services for Petrology Include:

Standard Petrographic Reports & Mineral Testing

Unconfined Compression (>50 MPa and <50 MPa)
Brazil Splitting Point Load

Petrographic Analysis / Assessments

Includes Asbestos

Natural Stone Test methods

Includes Shape Analysis

Services by Standard Code:

Queensland Main Roads Q188 Statement for Free Silica and Quartz Content as per Q188 as an addition to either AS 1141.26 or ASTM C295

ISRM Suggested method for petrographic description of rocks

BS EN 12407:2019 Natural stone test methods. Petrographic examination

AS 1726-17 Classification of Material Weathering – Table 20

1141.65 Petrographic Analysis in regard to Alkali Silica Reactivity strictly to AS 1141.65

In House Petrographic Analysis / Assessment of possible Asbestos Minerals taking account of AS 4964

In House / ASTM C29 Durable and Non Durable Mineral Assessment (3 Slides / 100 point Count) and Standard Petrographic Report – description of textures, % of minerals present, potential of ASR and statements of construction suitability (100 point count)

In House Durable and Non Durable Mineral Assessment (3 Slides / 100 point Count)

AS 1141.26 / ASTM C295 Secondary Mineral Content (1800 Point Count) (Strict application of AS 1141.26) and Standard Petrographic Report – description of textures, % of minerals present, potential of ASR and statements of construction suitability (100 point count)

ASTM C295 Standard Petrographic Report – description of textures, % of minerals present, potential of ASR and statements of construction suitability (100 point count)

AS 1141.26 Secondary Mineral Content (1800 Point Count) (Strict application of AS 1141.26) – Construction Aggregate