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With OXSAS, you can set up and carry out allyour analytical jobs easily and quickly. Andyou can do a lot more. OXSAS is the mostmodern software for optical emissionspectrometers and shares functionality &design with its XRF version. It implementsstate-of-the-art technology and softwarefoundations. This makes it very powerful andeasy to use. Your needs will expand in thefuture and you expect that your software willprovide you with up-to-date solutions over theyears. OXSAS is a proven software platformthat is designed to evolve to meet your needsthroughout your instrument's lifetime.

A new era in analytical software

• Integrated design. Thanks to a properdatabase structure and advanced softwarefunctions, OXSAS offers many sophisticatedfunctions that you can apply in just oneclick. Need to measure standards? OXSASgathers and sets all data needed for you.Want to calculate sophisticatedcalibration curves? OXSAS allows you to

have in one window numerical data &graphical display

• Everything you need is before your eyes.With a large use of very modern softwarecontrols – grids, tabs, Multi DocumentInterface and tree views – all informationfor a specific operation is accessible at a glance

• OXSAS breaks the limits for data capacity• A new dimension in user-friendliness.

Innovative software tools greatly help thecomfort and speed of operation, such as:- Frequently used functions can be left open, a

bar enables to quickly switch among them- Routine Analyses shortcuts greatly simplify

operator's work.- Recent analyses are shown in tabs- Instant edition of data sets using fill-down

and increment-down tools• OXSAS is a multi-processing application

with amazing capability and potentials.• OXSAS comprehensive functionality

enables the meeting of all yourrequirements.

OXSASOptical Emission Analysis Software

Thermo Scientific OXSAS is themost modern software for opticalemission spectrometers. Thisinnovative platform, alsoavailable for X-ray fluorescencespectrometers, sets a newmilestone in analytics thanks toits many convenient features.Ease of use is what you canexpect from OXSAS, no matterwhat your requirements are. Fromsimple tasks to complex jobs, allare defined easily and performedquickly.

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Modern, state-of-the-art User Interface for comfortable and powerful operation

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Developing expert analyticalmethods

Picture clear method editorThe editor of methods allows easily definingthe elements you need to analyze and theassociated parameters for excitation,acquisition and concentration calculation.The internal standards definition and theline selection are also very simple. Thenecessary Setting-Up Samples, with theType Standards and Control Samples can bealso clearly defined together with theassociated actions to be taken.

Advanced analysis featuresYou can include in your method theacquisition of instrument status duringquantitative analysis. Values measured ordefined outside the instrument can also beincluded as manual input values inyour methods.

Comprehensive mathematical formulaecalculate pseudo values based on measuredchannels, status or manual inputs: the userselects the values to include in the formulaefrom the raw intensity up to the finalconcentration.

For some alloy analysis applications,the Type Standardization supplies ultimateaccuracy for specific alloy types against acalibration.

The automatic method choicefunction selects the optimum analyticalmethod, grade or type standard according tothe analysis result without requiring anyoperator input. Particularly suited for thecalibration curves selection per alloy family.

The recalculation of results helps yousave time and operating costs. Without re-measuring samples, you can verifystandardization, update a type standard,check unknown samples or include anyvalue obtained by other techniques.

Defining standards and calibratingyour methodsOXSAS incorporates a comprehensivefunction allowing you to create and updatecalibrations at any time.

The correction model used for opticalemission compensates for spectralinterferences and for matrix interferences anduses the concentration of interfering elementsfor corrections. This enhances accuracy incomparison to intensity based models.

Calibration curves are calculated forabsolute or ratio concentrations, dependingon the definition of each component in themethod’s editor.

Calibration curves are calculated usingthe multi-variable regression (MVR)algorithm. It uses the least squaresregression to find the polynomial coefficientsof the best fit curve. Additive ormultiplicative corrections are simultaneouslycalculated together with the calibrationcurve, using linear or power model. Thebreak point between successive curves ofthe same component can be graphically set-up. Calibration curves can be calculated forphysical components or formulae calculatedpseudos. The line overlap for intensitycorrections and background correction canalso be performed.

Key features and top benefits• With OXSAS, you can perform rapid

high quality analyses: routineanalysis shortcuts lead you throughthe analysis operation

• Simple definition andcomprehensive operation of samplebatches. Allows preparing samplelists with their analysis parameters

• Fast calibration with multipleanalyte curve display, instant basecurve calculation, templates foredition and measurement ofcalibration standards

• Integrated Spark-DAT option for ARL 4460 instruments

• Multi-purpose analysis display withwide-ranging optional data. e.g. theanalysis calculation steps help thevalidation of your methods

• Numerous customizable on-lineprocessing functions, with manualor automatic application

• Comprehensive post-treatment of results, including export, e.g. in Excel format

• Reports of method components andcalibration curves

• Full network and serial transmissioncapabilities

• Real on-line integrated SPC• SCT samples management: gives

the overview of the analyticalcapability of the instrument and ofeach method any time. The SCTsamples status and history allowcoordination of the control andstandardization run with youranalyses workload and plan

• Effective monitoring and maintenancetools maximizes the system uptime

All the data you need to produce accuratecalibrations, clearly organized

Batches allow defining in advance the data and analysis parameters for unknownand standard sample lists. With powerful batch operation and monitoring tools.

The graphical User Interface is easy,flexible and clear: it displays the curves ofmultiple analytes combined with theirnumerical data, it allows comparing onscreen the calibration among severaldifferent methods, it calculates and savesall base curves on one click, etc.

Calibration standards are defined usingan effective editor. You can import or exportthem using files in XML or CSV format,directly compatible with Microsoft® Excelfor instance.

Curve fit correlation displays analyticalinformation such as: Standard Error ofEstimate, Correlation Coefficient andBackground Equivalent Concentration, andshows samples excluded from thecalculations.

Performing your analyses

Pre-defined parameters simplify yourroutine analysesOXSAS assists your operators in achievingthe analyses easily and quickly. EachOXSAS task includes a template ofparameters including the sampleidentification, how to perform the analysis,how to display and process their result tomeet the specific requirements for eachcategory of your samples. Thanks to thesemechanisms, running repeated jobs can beeasily done by selecting the matchinganalysis template and introducing thepredefined identity.Parameters that can be controlled:• Selection of the default analytical method.

Alternatively, type standard calibration canbe used. If a grade is selected, theanalysis result is checked against thistarget upon completion of the analysis

• Management of the number ofmeasurement runs and of the averagingmethod. The run averaging can be selectedto be controlled manually by the operator.Or it can be controlled automatically withno check, using reproducibility checkagainst fluctuation tolerance limits orusing statistical reproducibility check

• Sample identification with unlimitednumber of fields and up to 255 characterseach. Data types are various:alphanumeric, numeric, auto-incrementing, date & time, fix text andoperator name. Default value andmaximum length can be defined

• Content and format of the display: e.g.element, grade limits, layout, colorscheme, font details, element precisionand units

• Manual or automatic processing of theresult at the end of the analysis such aschecking the result against grade limitsand sending it

Routine analysesFor an even easier routine operation,shortcuts can start the analysis of sampleson one click or one key press. The matchinganalysis template is preselected and youcan predefine the value of parameters suchas the method or the sample identification.You can also select which parameters youroperators are allowed to edit.

Flexible batchesOXSAS introduces the concept of batch. Abatch is a list of samples and associatedoperations such as routine analysis orstandardization update. Any change inmeasuring order and inserting or appendingsamples to a running batch, modifyingsample data and measurement parametersis done easily and quickly. A batch can beinterrupted and restarted at anytime.

Batches can be prepared in advancewithout limitation.

The analysis of calibration standards,setting-up samples, type standards and controlsamples can also be grouped in batches.

The recurring measurement of samplessuch as control samples can be saved insample lists for later re-use and instantinsertion in any running or waiting batch.Sample lists can also be used as templates:they speed up the definition of the samplesand the selection of their measurementparameters.

Several functions can define batcheswith minimum or no user input. Thanks tothe built-in templates, most of thedefinitions are automatic. For instance:• Calibration sample measurements• Setting-up, control, or type standards that

need to be measured: e.g. if their validityperiod has expired

Speed functions allow incrementing orcopying the value of an analytical parameter,an ID field or a sample position in one go.

Graphic setting of break point between successive curves

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Viewing, editing, validating andprocessing analysis resultsUpon completion of the analysis, the result isdisplayed according to the predefined format.The user can apply other formats for instanceto check full details, such as calculation stepsand non reported elements.

Concentration values are displayedwith up to 25 attributes (flags) with userdefinable colors and font styles, e.g. whenvalues are out-of-calibration or above thechecked grade range, etc.

The identity and the concentration ofthe analysis can be edited, if enabled. Aresult can also be recalculated, for instanceusing another calibration, or changing theselection of the runs to average.

The result processing such as on-linetransmission and grade checking, isperformed directly after the analysis whenset to automatic. This mode is ideal forroutine analyses and batches. Theprocessing can also be applied on useraction and repeated as necessary. Anoperator validation can be made mandatory.

Recent analyses are shown in theanalysis screen and are put in tabs next tothe current one. Their access is very quick,e.g. for comparison. The next sample caneven be started before processing thecurrent analysis result.

Instrument Quality Assurance

Integrated SPC-Basic: pro-activecontrol cannot be simplerSPC-Basic performs the routine check of theinstrument using Statistical Process Controltechniques. SPC-Basic features: • The interval between control analyses

can be set per sample. A schedulerreminds when the timer is over

• Immediate evaluation by SPC softwareand feedback for any element failing the tests

• 16 test rules supported: automaticdetection of out-of-control states usingcontrol limits, bias, trends, statisticaldistribution check, for example

• Check of the instrument or of specificmethods using dedicated samples

• Different correction actions can be set upin case of control analysis failure

• SPC-Basic operates as a black box. Itrequires no statistical knowledge

System standardizationStandardization (drift correction) can beperformed anytime, on operator decision, atscheduled intervals or as a response to acontrol request.

Urgent samples can be insertedbetween Setting-Up Samples (SUS). Thestandardization update is completed and thenew factors are applied only when allrequired SUS have been measured.

Management of SCT samples The SCT manager provides a central pointfor supervision, monitoring and maintenanceof Setting-Up, Control and Type Standardssamples:• Display of the status of each SCT sample,

whether they are good, have beeninvalidated or are out-of-date. Samplesare sorted per type and/or per method

• Check additional information like the nextmeasurement date and time

• Create instant batch: schedules the SCTsamples that require analysis for aselected method

• History: date and status of each SCTsample measurement. Detailed history foreach channel with status, coefficients or errors

(*) OXSAS features, options or other Thermo Scientificproducts marked with an asterisk are described inseparate product specification sheets. Please refer tothem for more details.

Recent analyses are displayed intabs for easy access

Monitoring the status of SCT samples. Creation in one click of a batch to measure thesamples that need it

Processing your analysis resultsValuable functions allow you to processanalysis results on-line. You enable them inthe analysis tasks and specify if the usercan interact with them. You define in whichcases automatic operations will executeand their behaviors.

On-line processing can take place uponcompletion of the analysis. Moreover, theuser can apply them later from the recentanalysis view or from the result storagescreen (View Results).Result processing operations include:

Storage, with full details, if selected.

Printing, to local or network printersdefined in Windows® control panel.

Transmission* (option): results can betransmitted to computers, to serial printersand serial display terminals.

Transfer to SPC: transfer of the analysisresults to SPC (Statistical Process Controlprogram).

Grade tests Grade check: compares a result againstpre-defined upper and lower limits of a targetgrade, alloy, product or material. Grade limitscan be displayed along with the result.Results can also be compared to two limitsets (inner and outer limits of grades).

The user selects the target grade whenidentifying the sample and it is checkedautomatically at the end of the analysis.Manual or automatic grade selection afterthe analysis is available too.

Alternative grade check: in case theanalysis did not match the target grade,OXSAS can successively try a list ofalternative grades.

SPC-Full, full Statistical ProcessControl package* (option): a very usefulcomplement to SPC-Basic. Allows on-linegraphical display, evaluation and printing ofthe control charts and statistical data forcontrol samples, Setting-Up samples, andunknown samples. SPC-Full provides thefollowing additional features:• Comprehensive charting capabilities and

calculation of control limits• Automatic control chart display after

each analysis• Instrument standardization monitoring• On-line transfer of unknown sample

results, with automatic feedback toOXSAS. For monitoring productionprocess, quality control jobs, etc

SPC-Full allows Quality AssuranceManagers to document permanently theirQuality System, e.g. for audit purposes,study and revision procedures.

SPC-Basic and SPC-Full use SPC-Light™ software fromLighthouse System Ltd.

Clear reporting of analytical operation

SPC-Full: Statistical Process Control withfull charting capabilities

Query your stored results with advanced filters. View themwith full details and modification history

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Result storage with advancedquery and post-treatment toolsBy set up, the analysis tasks can save theresults automatically or manually. Moreover,OXSAS makes in the background a provisionalstorage of results of the 1000 most recentmeasured and recalculated samples. Withthis temporary storage, you can recoverrecent analyses that were not saved.

Advanced result query filters You can search for specific analyses by dateand/or by time, you can filter within thesample identity fields, the analysisparameters and other information fields.You can even look for specific concentrationranges of selected elements, for analysisflags and further information. You can queryall modified results or only those withspecific reasons. Wildcards are accepted.You can combine together as many filteringcriteria as you need using the logicoperators AND, OR, NOT. Retrieving yourresults is that powerful.

Results post-treatment All on-line functions can be applied andreapplied on stored results: result edition andrecalculation, target and alternative gradecheck, transmission, printing and transfer toSPC. Moreover, the View Results permitexporting results in Excel or CSV formats,with possibility to select the element andarrange their format. When multiple resultsare exported in Excel format, their summarycan be grouped in one sheet, or the details ofeach result can be displayed in separatesheets. Thanks to these functions and to thefilters, View Results allows exporting exactlythe data you need. In addition, View Resultscalculates statistics of selected results.

More grade testsView Results enables performing thefollowing additional grade tests:

Grade search: searches the grade that theselected result is best matching and marksthe result accordingly.

Grade sort: check the result against agroup of selected grades and ranks themaccording to the variance.

Modification historyModifications performed on results aretraced and can be viewed within a specificdocking window. This includes the manualedition of sample identity and concentrations.For each history entry, OXSAS includes thename of the logged user, the date and time,the previous and the new values and theselected reason for change.

The history shows the reference to theoriginal result for recalculated results.Grade check actions are also logged anddisplayed in the history tree.

Quick operationView results can store a lot of results.Therefore, many functions can be applied ona multi-selection of results in one click tospeed up the operation: print, export,statistics, grade check, even therecalculation and more.

ARLcom data communicationoption*OXSAS can be fitted with powerful andreliable transmission options that cantransmit analysis results via network toapplications running on other computers, todatabase servers, to LIMS, etc. It can alsosend them to your own computer enablingyou to treat them with word processor,spreadsheet or database applications suchas the Microsoft® Office programs.

Transmission over serial lines isavailable, whether you need to communicateto computers, to serial printers or to serialASCII terminals. OXSAS can transmit resultson-line to up to 16 destinations with for eachone a different media and mechanism.

Result transmission to computerapplications or to files via LAN Local AreaNetwork. Includes:• TCP/IP: computer task - to - computer

task transmission• File storage: transmission to files on local

or network disks

Result transmission to computers, printersor terminals over serial lines. Supports thecommunication to:• Computers using the Thermo Scientific

Compac protocol• Printers or visual display terminals using

formatted telegrams

Software Destination Switch feature isintegrated in ARLcom (available only withTCP/IP and Compac mechanisms). Itautomatically re-routes results to analternative destination if the main one cannot be reached.

On-line contextual Help allows easy learning of OXSASGrade check: display of the limits with theresult and function history.

On-line Spark-DAT option*With Spark-DAT, the digital acquisition andtreatment of individual spark signal meansa dramatic growth of analysis informationmaterial. Fully integrated in OXSAS, itoperates on-line supplying values in aninstant, where classical techniques can take hours!

With on-line Spark-DAT, new analysisopportunities are possible: determination ofsoluble/insoluble parts of the elements, on-line metal cleanness determination andinclusions control.

OXSAS allows to mix in one methodboth conventional elemental analysis andSpark-DAT analysis. It is designed forevolution, new algorithms can be added atany moment. Algorithms are available asstandard or as options. You may evenprovide your owns!

Full instrument automationoption*With the ARL SMS-2000/3000 roboticsystems. For even higher speed, increasedproductivity, less operational costs, improvedquality and reliability of results.

Utilities

• Easy learning of OXSAS thanks to on-linecontextual Help that describes the OXSASfunctions with useful hints. Many tool tipsgive explanations directly in the software

• Security and data integrity with useraccounts, password protection andconfigurable access to functions

• Translation or customization of softwaretexts and messages into any languagesupported by Windows® Operating System.

• Database maintenance: data backup andrestore for settings and analyses.

Monitoring, maintenance andservice

Monitoring of the peripheralsMonitoring the peripheral connections toOXSAS such as the instrument, thedestination computers and the printers,makes their set up and troubleshooting veryeasy. Each peripheral has its own screenwhere all exchanged messages are shown.

System Event loggerOXSAS logs system events and user actionsallowing an efficient tracking of theoperation and quick problem fixing.

You can set up your own display lists,files or destinations, where all events oronly selected ones will come.

A fixed diagnostic log allowssystematic investigation by our TechnicalSupport. OXSAS comes also with definedlogs dedicated to the instrument, calibrationand SCT activities.

Easy setup and troubleshooting: e.g. with the peripheralcommunication monitoring and the event logger

OXSAS innovative features

• Modern User Interface providingcomfort and fast operation

• Speed functions for edition in grids• Triple navigation style: menus, tree

and icons meet everyones preference• Simple routine analysis launch

based on one button operation• Templates for fast sample batch

set-up• Quick method setup with all

necessary parameters well organized• Calibration: novel intuitive and

comprehensive user interface withmultiple analytes curves display

• Recent analyses view• Result query using advanced filtering • Setting-up, Control and Type

Standard status monitoring (SCT).One click creation of a batch withall samples requiring analysis

• Easy use and learning thanks to on-line contextual Help and tool tips

• Integrated Microsoft® SQL Serverrelational database

Spark-DAT viewer

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OXSAS standard features

• Triple software navigation• Integrated Microsoft® SQL Server 2005

relational database which stores your setup data and analyses

• Quantitative analysis using tasks withanalysis parameter template

• Shortcuts for starting your routineanalyses and measurements of SCTsamples. With shortcut keys (keyboardaccelerators)

• Flexible batch for all types of samplesand analyses, with support of prioritysamples and scheduler

• Manual inputs and status. Pseudo valuescomputed on intensities, concentrationsor any calculation step

• Mathematical treatments of elementintensities for CCD-based instrumentspermitting advanced background andmatrix corrections

• Calibration curve determination usingmulti-variable regression with graphicaland numerical data in one window display

• Powerful flexible sample identification• Automatic Method Choice• Manual and automatic result processing • Flexible result display and printing• Element display with units. Precision:

dynamic (proportional), fixed number ofdecimals or of significant digits

• Result validation and edition• Grade check (target and alternative)

against single or double limit sets, gradesearch and sort

• Concentration result recalculation• Result storage and post-treatment with

powerful database query filters.Statistics. Export to files in Excel or CSV format

• Instrument check with on-line integratedSPC-Basic

• Standardization, with history• Type standardization, with history• Management of SCT samples• Instrument alarm monitoring • System event logging• Peripheral device monitoring• On-line contextual help• Text customization and translation• Accounts with password protection for

secured operation• Database maintenance tools

OXSAS options

• ARLcom Package including: LAN networkresult transmission and serial resulttransmission to computers and to ASCIIterminals

• SPC-Full: Statistical Process Control, full graphical package extension

• On-line Spark-DAT (available with theARL 4460 spectrometer only)

• Extension allowing the instrumentautomation with the ARL SMS-2000/3000

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