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EXPERT VIDEO: Olympus Innov-X Systems Andrew Somers Interview at Resources and Energy Symposium in Broken Hill

newsroom@abnnewswire.net — Mon, 6 June 2011 16:23:37 GMT

Olympus Innov-X Systems' Director of Sales Andrew Somers talks to ABN Newswire at the Resources and Energy Symposium in Broken Hill about current Innov-X activities surrounding integration of products into industry standard systems and the research and development activities.

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View the Video Interview here:
http://www.abnnewswire.net/multimedia/en/67799/Innov-X

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For more information on Olympus Innov-X products and services, please visit:
http://www.olympus-ims.com

Olympus Innov-X
Sales Team
Tel: +61-2-9577-9500
Fax: +61-2-9519-1850

Service Team
Tel: +61-2-9577-9500
Fax: +61-2-9519-1850
http://www.olympus-ims.com

VIDEO: RIO, BHP, Perilya, Where the Bloody Hell Were You?

newsroom@abnnewswire.net — Tue, 31 May 2011 11:42:45 GMT

Last week in Broken Hill, an Australian mining town for the last 128 years, a band of dedicated miners and explorers got together for the inaugural Resources and Energy Symposium, a conference and seminar showcasing Australia's mining talent, new and old. As the demand for commodities ramps up, new mines and exploration projects are presented for a wide range of commodities including Iron Ore, Cobalt and Tungsten.

The Energy and Resources Symposium brought together a large number of participants from Investors and Analysts, through to emerging and established mining and energy companies. Professor Ian Plimer, Geologist, Author and Patron of the Inaugural Event spoke candidly in an Interview with the Executive Chairman of the Sydney Mining Club, Mr Julian Malnic.

Follow this link for the full interview:
http://www.abnnewswire.net/press/en/67674/Broken_Hill

Silver, Lead and Zinc have been the core of Broken Hill's mineral assets, and from the lode dividing the northern and southern parts of the town, a community of support has grown over time to what is today, a legacy and spiritual home to all mining in Australia.

Junior explorers shared the time with some of the men who have built the largest and most profitable mining ventures in Australia's history. Geologists and CEOs with decades of mining experience gathered to share in nostalgic memories and at the same time, the future of mining in Broken Hill.

For many years, as the locals will tell you, the mantra that "there is about 5 years left of mining in Broken Hill" has been repeated and propogated to the cities. But, is this true? Will there be an end to mining in Broken Hill? The lode that has successfully supported mining for over the last century is beginning to be suspected as being only part of what could be a much larger zinc, silver and lead system. One company, with a recent iron ore discovery around 100 kms south of the town indicated their mine life could reach a hundred years.

The two thousand square kilometers surrounding Broken Hill, dotted with over 4,000 mines, shafts and open pits, continues to yield more economic discoveries, with a more diverse range of minerals from Tin and Tungsten through to Gold. The mineral output of Broken Hill is now greater than at any time during its years of mining endeavour.

Could this be a new mining renaissance in Outback Australia. Will the commodity boom double the life of a legendary mining town by a century?

As most Australians forget that we are standing above the mineral wealth that helped create the robust economy we have today, I am called to remind those in the cities, and those in Government, that encouraging and facilitating these mens' efforts in the resources and mining sectors will determine, to a large degree, the next 100 years of prosperity.

Some of the Companies and Organisations presenting and exhibiting at the inaugural Resources and Energy Symposium were:

Runge Limited, Golden Cross Resources Limited, Bemax Resources Limited, Mithril Resources Limited, Cowell Electric Supply, Broken Hill City Council, Global Scene, A-Cap Resources Limited, Olympus Innovx, ALS Group, Petratherm Limited, Australian Bauxite Limited, Industry and Investment NSW, Industry and Investment NSW, Adelaide Resources Limited, Bass Metals Limited, Silver City Minerals Limited, Gold Anomaly Limited, L&M Energy Limited, UXA Resources Limited, Bathurst Resources Limited, Portable Analytical Solutions, Endeavour Minerals Limited, Minotaur Explorations Limited, Integra Mining Limited, Beacon Minerals Limited, YTC Resources Limited, Commissioners Gold, Desert Knowledge Australia Outback Business Network, Alacer Gold Corp., Exeter Resources Corp., Cobar Consolidated Resources Limited, Kimberley Metals Limited, Marengo Mining Limited, Commonwealth Bank, Carpentaria Exploration Limited, Laguna Resources NL, MIL Resources Limited, Broken Hill Prospecting Limited, Unison Holdings Limited, Metaliko Resources Limited, IMX Resources Limited, GB Energy Limited, Direct Nickel, Global GeoScience Limited, Thomson Resources Limited, White Rock Minerals Limited.

Tim Mckinnon
CEO
Asia Business News
Tel: +61-2-9247-4344
http://www.abnnewswire.net

VIDEO: Olympus NDT Executive Fabrice Cancre Speaks at Excellence in Mining 2010 in Sydney

newsroom@abnnewswire.net — Wed, 29 Sept 2010 17:53:50 GMT

VIDEO: Olympus NDT Executive Fabrice Cancre Speaks at Excellence in Mining 2010 in Sydney.

Olympus brings comprehensive remote visual inspection, high speed video, ultrasonic and eddy current nondestructive testing solutions to customers!

Olympus is a world-leading manufacturer of innovative testing instruments that are used in industrial and research applications ranging from aerospace, power generation, petrochemical, civil infrastructure and automotive to consumer products. Olympus instruments contribute to the quality of products and add to the safety of infrastructure and facilities.

View the videocast here:
http://www.abnnewswire.net/multimedia/en/63852/Olympus-NDT

WEB: http://www.olympus-ims.com

Olympus NDT (TYO:7733) Acquires Innov-X Systems, Inc.

newsroom@abnnewswire.net — Mon, 20 Sept 2010 13:30:33 GMT

Olympus NDT (TYO:7733) (PINK:OCPNY) has acquired Innov-X Systems Inc., a leading manufacturer of portable X-ray fluorescence (XRF) analytical instruments based in Woburn, Massachusetts, USA. Innov-X Systems instruments provide real-time, nondestructive material analysis in applications ranging from metal sorting, lead paint detection, and alloy verification to analysis of oil, fluids, and minerals.

With this acquisition, Olympus NDT has taken an important step towards its continuing commitment of becoming the world leader in nondestructive testing (NDT) and related inspection technologies. The addition of X-ray fluorescence analytical instruments augments the company's existing portfolio of ultrasound, eddy current, and remote visual instruments that include flaw detectors, thickness gages, systems, videoscopes, scanners, probes, and related accessories.

Innov-X Systems, Inc. will be operated as a business division of Olympus NDT, retaining its current management team and employee base.

Olympus NDT C.E.O. Toshihiko Okubo: "The decision to acquire Innov-X Systems was based on the complementary product portfolios of both companies. This is yet another significant step for Olympus in becoming the world leader in the manufacture and distribution of inspection devices that enhance safety, security, and productivity and that also contribute to society."

Innov-X Systems C.E.O. Don Sackett: "We are extremely honored to be part of the Olympus organization, which is so well respected throughout the world. Innov-X has newly introduced an X-ray fluorescence product platform that is both high performance and rugged and is a great fit with the nondestructive testing and remote visual inspection technologies of Olympus. I look forward to the synergies and opportunities to extend our technological leadership and quality created by the joining of these two companies."

About Olympus NDT

Olympus NDT is a world-leading manufacturer of innovative nondestructive testing instruments that are used in industrial and research applications ranging from aerospace, power generation, petrochemical, civil infrastructure and automotive to consumer products. Leading edge testing technologies include ultrasound, ultrasound phased array, eddy current, and eddy current array. Its products include flaw detectors, thickness gages, in-line systems, automated systems, industrial scanners, pulserreceivers, probes, transducers, and various accessories. Olympus NDT is also a distributor of remote visual inspection instruments and high speed video cameras in the Americas. Olympus NDT is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, USA, and has sales and service centers in all principal industrial locations worldwide.

Glenn Decker
Executive Vice President
Tel: +1-781-419-3556
Email: glenn.decker@olympusndt.com
http://www.olympus-ims.com

QRSCIENCES Announce Half Year Revenue Up 247%

newsroom@abnnewswire.net — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 11:03:43 GMT

QRSciences (QRS: ASX) (QRSHY: PK), a developer of advanced sensing technologies today announced the company's half yearly revenue increased from $ 375,000 to approximately A$ 1,300,000 (up 247%) over the corresponding period last year.

"Our expectation is that there will be a continued upward trend in revenue growth in the short to mid term, reflecting a very interesting growth stock opportunity for investors." said QRSciences CEO, Mr. Kevin Russeth.

This year should be a banner year for the company as its two technologies begin selling in the market. Combined with strong growth from contract R&D and consulting, on top of the synergies that the company will realise from its investment in Spectrum San Diego and its distribution relationship with XTEK, it is well positioned for solid and continued growth.

"The number one priority to grow shareholder value in 2006 is revenue," added Mr. Russeth.

"Success for us this year will be measured in the culmination and delivery of a number of proposed sales, research contracts and licensing proposals that the company is currently progressing around the world." Mr. Russeth concluded.

Jennifer Zimmons
Strategic Growth
New York, N.Y.
Tel: +1(212)838-1444


Warrick Hazeldine
Purple Communications
Perth, Australia
Tel: + 61 (0) 8 9485 1254
Mob: +61 (0) 417 944 616


Kevin Russeth
QRSciences
San Diego, CA
Tel: +1(858)345-1095
Australia: +61 (0) 8 9351 1200

QRSciences Continue Innovation with Advanced Metal Detection System

newsroom@abnnewswire.net — Mon, 9 Jan 2006 14:04:21 GMT

QRSciences (QRS: ASX) (QRSHY: PK), announced today that it has developed an advanced metal detection technology (AMDS) that will shortly be available for commercial sale. The Company is at an advanced stage of negotiation for its first contract with the new AMDS technology. The contract with a prominent government agency is expected to be finalized shortly. "The AMDS equipment will create a new revenue stream to complement our QR equipment sales and will positively affect our revenue almost immediately," said QRSciences CEO Mr. Kevin Russeth.

QRSciences Advanced Metal Detection System is capable of detecting metal shapes and metal characteristics in scanned objects. The technology has immediate applications in weapons and improvised explosive device (IED) detection for baggage, cargo, personnel and shoe screening and landmine detection. Other possible applications include industrial process control, covert personnel screening and improved location and inspection of buried objects. Weapon and weapon components have characteristics that are different from other metallic items normally found in cargo, mail and baggage. "The AMDS device has a unique ability to discern these differences" said Dr. Timothy Rayner, Chief Technology Officer of QRSciences. The AMDS was developed as a result of feedback that the Company received from customers, regulators, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in the US and the Company's ongoing R&D programs.

The AMDS sub-system can be integrated with QRSciences existing baggage scanners and will also be sold as a stand-alone device.

For further information, please contact:
Mr Warrick Hazeldine
Purple Communications
Tel: 08 9485 1254 
Mob: 0417 944 616 
E: whazeldine@purplecom.com.au