FAQ

Who is best suited for Our PMRS®?may 

Any maker that has airborne particulate matter  that uses masks , googles or similar protection for their job.

Do I need a mask and or goggles?

You no longer need a mask or goggles with our device. Your work area is freed of toxic dust and airborne materials. The acrylic face shield protects you from any flying debris, shavings, dust and any airborne particulate matter. Breathe easily, cleanly and safely.

How often do I need a new lens?

Depending on usage, your lens should last about a year

How sturdy is my PMRS®

Our device fits firmly and snugly in the bench bracket. There is no need for a bench pin when your PMRS® is in place, it is designed to be used for a steady rest.

Where does it fit on my bench (See our installation video)

Most standard benches are easy  to install the PMRS®. If your bench is homemade there may be some adaption that you need to consider

What questions do I need to know about refining my precious metal waste?

Depending on how much you have and the material whether gold , silver, platinum or mixed, that should define how often you should send your dust to your refiner

Consider these criteria:

1. What is the bulk of my dust? i.e. Gold, silver, platinum
2. Cost of refining
3. Metal markets

How to chose a refiner ?

1. Can I combine sweeps and dust
2. How much does my refiner charge?
3. What are the charges for each metal, I.E. Platinum, gold, silver. Many refiners charge differently for each one.
4. How quickly do I get paid?
5. If I trade my metal for refined material I. E. wire, grain or sheet do i receive a better rate or do I get a discount on the refined material they may sell?

TAKE AWAYS:

Generally a production bench jeweler should see about $100.00  to $3,000.00 per year of refinable metal. We generally send it out once a year.

If there is a service, a refining charge,  it may be too high to send a small amount of your refinble material and you would be paying more for the refining costs than the material is worth. There fore stockpiling for a period of time is recommended.

Ask these questions of your refiner and  ask your friends who they use as well as their experience with their refiner and you will be able to best decide what, where and when to refine.

BENCH GURU TEAM