Hexagon introduces HxGN MineMeasure
13/12/2021
Hexagon AB, a global provider in digital reality solutions, has announced the launch of HxGN MineMeasure, a tailored solution combining blast design software, high-precision drilling, blast movement monitoring, fragmentation analysis and enterprise analytics. Backed by a consultative team of dedicated technical experts, MineMeasure brings accuracy and precision to every step of the drill and blast (D&B) process with the potential to save companies millions of dollars.MineMeasure is claimed to drive excellence and focus on the incremental improvements that ultimately lead to elite performance, putting data to work in the delivery of high-value ore. It empowers customers with a data-driven feedback loop, calibrated to increase profit from every blast while minimising ore loss.
“Improving ore recovery by even just one percent can mean millions of dollars for a mine,” said Ola Rollén, Hexagon President and CEO. “Not only does MineMeasure address the small, compounding errors that lead to costly consequences throughout the notoriously complex D&B cycle, but it also addresses sustainability of precious resources; as ore grades decline everywhere, mines are digging more earth for less ore.”
MineMeasure’s proven mine planning software allows for the creation of blast designs by incorporating geological properties from the block model, the simplified representation of an ore body. Machine-guided, high-precision drills execute the blast plan while integrated blast movement sensor and software technology accurately tracks the blast to minimise loss (ie unintentionally sending ore to a waste dump) and dilution (ie unintentionally sending waste to the mill). Advanced image analysis techniques ensure that fragmentation is managed and optimised.
MineMeasure’s holistic approach delivers scrutiny and transparency in every step of the ore extraction journey. It incorporates a vibration monitoring system and slope stability analysis, supporting the safety of employees as well as the planned value of the pit. Greater collaboration between teams and insight into costs and opportunities to increase ore recovery means that each blast is smarter than the last.
