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ORTEC measurement and analysis software

Software for gamma-spectrometric waste assay and characterization of large samples and waste containers.

Primary function
Gamma-spectrometric waste assay and site characterization1
Measurement systems
High-resolution HPGe spectra from large bulk samples1
Sample geometries
Boxes, cylinders/pipes, point sources, small containers and infinite plane1
Calculation method
Point-kernel method for containers; EML 1-metre method for uncollimated soil measurements1
Datasheet

Specifications checked against the manufacturer’s documents on 2026-10-16

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Overview

Key features

  • Analyzes HPGe spectra from bulk samples and containers.
  • Supports site characterization and contaminated soil.
  • Determines activity in waste and characterization workflows.

Specifications

The number after each value refers to the source listed below. Values are as published by the manufacturer; the exact configuration is always confirmed in our quotation.

Detector

Sample geometriesBoxes, cylinders/pipes, point sources, small containers and infinite plane1

Software & data

Primary functionGamma-spectrometric waste assay and site characterization1

Environment & ratings

Reference calibrationTraceable point-source calibration extrapolated to sample geometry and matrix1

General

Measurement systemsHigh-resolution HPGe spectra from large bulk samples1
Calculation methodPoint-kernel method for containers; EML 1-metre method for uncollimated soil measurements1
Multiple measurementsWeighted average of sequential or simultaneous measurements1
DatabaseMS Access-compatible database for analysis parameters and results1
ReportingStandard reports and custom reports through Crystal Reports1
AutomationCommand-line analysis engine; hardware control via ORTEC UMCBI1
Access controlSupervisor/Operator modes with configured operator permissions1

The data comes from the manufacturer’s published documents. Manufacturers may change specifications; the current configuration and performance are confirmed in the quotation.

Documents

Sources

The number after each value refers to the source listed below. Values are as published by the manufacturer; the exact configuration is always confirmed in our quotation.

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    Publisher: ORTEC (AMETEK)Product page Page title / Introduction; More Information; Applicability; Methodology … Checked 2026-10-16
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Sample parameters
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Access control
Password-protected instrument setup
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Primary function
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Intended system
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Quality control
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Required combination
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Contents
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Detector requirement
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Software · developer tools

Primary function
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Instrument support
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Programming interfaces
ActiveX and DLL
8 referenced values
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