25 JANUARY 2024 WorldWide Drilling Resource® New Tool for More Precise Drilling and Blasting Operations Adapted from Information by Orica Digital Solutions Orica Digital Solutions released its latest tool for improving productivity for drill and blast operators, BlastIQ™ Underground. The new system also allows underground operations to efficiently manage their blasting process, from planning to postblast analysis, with user-friendly reporting, analytics, and information management. The integrated suite of technologies improves blast productivity with the digital communication of blast designs, including the reapplication of charging designs in response to hole locations. The digital collection and management of drilling data empowers engineers to identify opportunities for continuous improvement of drilling and charging operations. Orica Vice President of Digital Solutions Rajkumar Mathiravedu said, “Orica is continually growing its digital offerings for customers to align with the swift digital transformation across the industry. Our software ensures that every blast is executed precisely, and the desired outcomes are achieved. This level of accuracy translates into significant cost savings and improved resource utilization for our customers. To better cater to our customers, we are amassing a digital technology portfolio that complements our core blasting technologies such as 4D Underground, WebGen, and Avatel.” BlastIQ™ Underground helps reduce operational costs by allowing customers to streamline their workflows. “We are shaping the future of underground mining and our digital solutions are a testament to our ongoing commitment to innovation, safety, productivity, and sustainability,” concluded Mr. Mathiravedu. The increasing demand for critical minerals presents significant challenges to the mining industry in gaining access to orebodies. Where data and insights are key, BlastIQ™ Underground offers extensive data and analytics capabilities and provides valuable insights into performance metrics and blast outcomes. Not only can this technology help reduce the environmental footprint of mining operations, it also minimizes ground vibrations, air overpressure, and the environmental impact of blasting activities. EXB
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