Orica Digital Solutions has announced the launch of AXIS Connect™, an open, secure and integrated platform that simply, reliably and efficiently connects measurements made by drillers with the geologists who need them, the company says.

Orica’s purpose is to sustainably mobilise the earth’s resources, and precise knowledge of resource location is essential data that supports optimal outcomes in the downstream phases of the value chain. Precise borehole identification and orientation are key to orebody characterisation, influencing essential operational processes such as resource estimation, mine planning, grade control, dilution management and blending.

AXIS Connect stands as a trusted source for directional survey data, fostering confidence between drillers and geologists by delivering reliable data precisely when needed. The software simplifies drilling operations, minimising disruptions while ensuring accurate and efficient data collection in the field.

Orica Digital Solutions Senior Vice President, Rajkumar Mathiravedu, said: “Orica Digital Solutions mantra is to release customer-centric products that can simplify their workflows and deliver a step-change in safety and productivity. In the industry we operate, where traditionally software is tied to tools, our vision has been to make the software platform “open” in order to offer the customers to choose tools of their preference. We are bringing the “Open, Secure, Integrated” vision of our end-end digital platform to the Orebody Intelligence domain through AXIS Connect.

“AXIS Connect is a testament to our leadership in Orebody Intelligence, driven by our global team of hardware and software engineers who are dedicated to creating the best-in-class user experience not just for the initial users of the tools or recipients of the data, but for any companies in the value chain that rely on this critical data for downstream operations.”

AXIS Connect receives and processes surveys immediately upon completion and delivers real-time insights to customers on drill hole progress versus plan enabling faster decision making, a reduction in cost per metre drilled and drill holes that hit the target.

Integrations are at the heart of AXIS Connect with user driven connections to key partners in the geological modelling and drilling workflow space, including Seequent, CorePlan and Blackfox, as well as general API availability for automated data transfer and custom reporting. Best-in-class user experience means simple connections.

Mathiravedu concluded: “Orica has been at the forefront of mining innovation for 150 years, and our digital solutions like AXIS Connect are a clear reflection of our ongoing commitment to safety, innovation and delivering value to our customers. The future is open and Orica is leading the way to deliver the end-end integrated workflows in the resources industry.”