I want to take this opportunity to thank Argen for the excellent, efficient and professional manner in which our gold scraps return was handled. I cannot believe my return. It was 50% greater than the previous years when we had not sent our refining to Argen. I cannot begin to speculate what I could have saved. We look forward to many years of doing business with Argen.
Lonnie Frangetakis President, California Dental Arts LLC, Cupertino, CAAt Argen, every step of the refining process is designed to maximize your returns.
The refining process begins when you ship your dental scrap to Argen via FedEx. Argen pays all shipping costs and insures your shipment at no extra charge. Upon receipt we carefully photo document the contents of your package under strict security protocol and email a confirmation of your package’s arrival with an estimated date of completion. Most settlements will be ready within 10 business days.
In preparation for the first melt, a disk mill is used to crush the scrap, and proprietary flux is added to extract even the smallest particles of precious metals. After the first melt, the materials are cooled, the slag is removed and the metals are placed back inside an induction furnace for a second melt.
After being melted a second time, a small sample it taken via capillary action through a narrow glass cylinder, called a vacuum pin tube. The sample cools instantly and is then cut into three sections for processing. Using an induction furnace ensures a homogeneous melt and an accurate representative sample.
These precise samples are dissolved by expert chemists before being analyzed by our ICP machine. The Inductively Coupled Plasma machine, or ICP for short, is the most powerful and accurate assaying machine in the world. It uses the power of a plasma flame to split electrons.
Our experts test each batch against rigorous controls. Our unmatched level of precision means you will know exactly how much precious metal you have and how much it is worth.
Your all-inclusive settlement record comes with a personal call to discuss the results. We offer flexible payment options including: direct deposit, check or gold, silver and platinum bullion alloy.
Sophisticated technology, experts and process, ensure that you will earn more for your scrap through Argen. If you’re not 100% satisfied with the results of your assay, we’ll return all materials to you at no cost in the form of a layered, solid metal bar.
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