Instrumentation

	The Perkin Elmer Optima 3000DV is an inductively-coupled plasma optical emission spectrometer with a diode array detector. The dual view is capable of viewing the plasma axially for improved detection limits, or radially to provide lower matrix effects and fewer spectral interferences. Routine analysis includes P, K, Ca, Mg, Mn, Fe, Cu, B and Zn and this instrument is capable of running any ICP analyte. Contact the lab for further information.
	The Leco CNS-2000 Macro Analyzer simultaneously determines carbon, nitrogen and sulfur in solid samples. No digestion or extraction is required. Up to 2g of ground sample can be used for maximum accuracy in heterogeneous samples.
	The Alpkem Flow Solution with digital and monochromater detectors provides automated analysis of Total Kjeldahl N, NH₄, NO₃, Total P, or ortho-P in soil, plant and water samples. The Random Access Sampler allows simultaneous analysis of 2 analytes and automatic dilution of off-scale samples. This instrument is used primarily for low level detection in water samples.
	The Alpkem RFA 300 provides automated analysis of Total Kjeldahl N, NH₄, NO₃, Total P, or ortho-P in soil, plant and water samples. This instrument is used primarily for higher concentration levels in soil and plant samples.
	Perkin Elmer 4000 atomic absorption spectrometer.
	Perkin Elmer 372 atomic absorption spectrometer.

Central Analytical Laboratory