Long-Term Field Test
In Crixás, Goiás, Brazil, Core Case core boxes have been storing drill core samples for over 12 years.
Throughout this period, the core boxes have been exposed to real operating and storage conditions, including less-than-ideal environments.
Even after more than a decade, they remain structurally sound, functional, and capable of storing and protecting geological samples.
Time as a test
As there is no specific standard for drill core storage boxes, Core Case monitors the performance of its products under real field conditions. The test conducted in Crixás provides tangible evidence:
Over 12 years of storing samples under real, less-than-ideal conditions while maintaining structural integrity and functionality.
– Durability you can see.
– Strength proven over time.
More than an estimated service life, this ongoing field assessment demonstrates how the product performs over time under actual operating conditions.
The assessment focuses on four key factors:
Individual Load Resistance
The ability of each core box to withstand the weight of geological samples during handling and use.
Stacking Resistance
The structural performance of core boxes under accumulated loads during extended storage periods.
Durability
The preservation of structural integrity and functionality after more than 12 years under real-world conditions.
Weather Resistance
The performance of core boxes when exposed to temperature fluctuations and changing weather conditions throughout their service life.
12+ years in the field
~30 kg per core box
12 stacked core boxes
Temperature: ~12°C to 45°C
Relative humidity: ~15% to 90%
High UV radiation exposure
Ideal Storage Conditions
The conditions observed during this test do not represent ideal storage conditions. Under proper conditions, with level surfaces, covered storage areas, and protection from the elements, Core Case core boxes are expected to perform even better, maintaining their structural integrity and functionality for longer.
Beyond durability, the system also contributes to a more organized, safer, and more ergonomic operation, making handling, stacking, and access to geological samples easier over time.
-40ºC / +60 ºC
Informe de materia prima
Purpose
We drive responsible exploration of natural resources, preserving samples and the environment as much as possible.
Our commitment is to continuously improve processes and develop innovative solutions that reduce environmental impacts and minimize waste generation.
We generate value for the mining, oil, gas, and energy industries with solutions that combine ergonomics, functionality, technology, and safety — balancing productivity and preservation.