I checked in with Jay and he emphisized the new equipment will save him time and add to productivity given its advancement in accuracy of readings. Here is the machine we have now and a few notes from Jay on the features:

Link to Niton XL5-  https://www.thermofisher.com/order/catalog/product/NITONXL5

The Niton XL5 features.

5W X-Ray Tube (Vs the equipment we had:Niton XL3t Goldd 2.5W X-Ray Tube)

Lighter & more compact than all other models. (Huge benefit in the field)

Hot Swappable batteries (Huge time saver in the field)

Faster analysis (about 40 seconds faster than previous model)

More accurate and lower limits of detection (LOD)

Has 2 cameras Macro and Micro

GPS & WiFi

Tracy Myers - IR Rep