Dear Friends and Colleagues,
we have been busy with various gem shows/workshops and are now preparing for our late summer/fall activities. Please visit us at our booth #33 during the Vancouver Gem & Mineral Show next week.
Vancouver Gem Show, August 2016
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August 12 – 14 Kitsilano Ice Rink Friday, August 12, 12:00 – 8pm
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Admission Fee at Show doors:
General: one-day ticket – $7, three-day ticket – $10
Senior/Student: one-day ticket – $5, three-day ticket – $7
Children 12 and under free (with adult)
We will have a booth representing the Canadian Institute of Gemmology (C.I.G.) and Gemlab Research & Technology (GLR&T) demonstrating the latest advanced gem testing equipment.
Books and instrument sales (Meiji GEMZ-8TR), special gem study collections, free on-site gemmological services (2 items per visitor), etc.
Please note in your calendar the following dates:
- Join us at FACETS Sri Lanka, Colombo, September 1 – 4. Several workshops are being planned. TBA
- GEM 210 Diamond Grading Workshop, Vancouver, Nov. 8 – 10
- Advanced Spectroscopy Workshop, Vancouver, Nov. 11
- Advanced Gem Identification, Vancouver, Nov. 12 – 15
Upgraded GL Gem Raman PL535 2016/17 model
Our Raman spectrometer received a new mother-board and works with the new software version 3.00; fast averaging allows real-time observation of the Raman spectrum. Since 2016 all units come with a mechanical laser security lock.
All databases have been updated and are available for download in the GLGemRaman Support section; for new users we recommend to read the information for Version 3.xx.
GL Gem Spectrometer 2016/17 model
After five years and a user base of over 200 around the world we decided to replace the motherboard in the GL Gem Spectrometer with a modern modular design and faster microprocessor. This will allow us to add new features and components in the future such as Bluetooth, WiFi communication, database search, etc.
The 2016/2017 model of the GL Gem Spectrometer is now available for purchase at a slightly higher price (US$ 1,695).
Watch how a normalized absorption spectrum of green glass is obtained in 25 seconds (video, no sound).
For users of the older spectrometers we upgraded the software to version 2.8; an upgrade package is available for download in the GLGemSpec Support section. To access the user section you have to log-in; if you lost your password please request a new one and the system will send it to your e-mail address.
FOR SALE
Various gem testing tools; download current listing (PDF)
Fall 2016 Workshops
We have few spaces available at the following classes to be held at the Sandman Signature Hotel – Vancouver Airport, Richmond B.C.:
- GEM 210 Diamond Grading Workshop, Vancouver, Nov. 8 – 10
- Advanced Spectroscopy Workshop, Vancouver, Nov. 11
- Advanced Gem Identification, Vancouver, Nov. 12 – 15
Foreign students must enter Canada on a visitor’s visa; copy of official Visa document must be provided 40 days prior (by October 1, 2016) to course commencement.
We recently joined the ISG Global Network; it is free and provides a vast resource base for anyone interested in gems and gemmology.
PLEASE NOTE: We will have limited Office Hours from August 23 – September 19 due to travelling in Europe and Far East.
