Capabilities

• Site Production Planning - Generation of near-term blast planning mapped over the operation to balance requirements such as sales volumes, quality levels, etc.
• 3-D Bench Modeling - FAA certified drone pilots to conduct aerial image capture for creation of a detailed 3-D model to be used in a large number of design applications.
• Stripping Ratio & Material Volume Calculation - Drone scans and models can be used to confirm stripping ratios and volumes of material moved each month.
• Blast Pattern Size & Shape Optimization - Design of blast patterns and bench height to maximize operational efficiency by limiting the number of equipment moves (production cycles) required and ensuring pit dimensions match equipment requirements.
• Blast Optimization Team (BOT) Training & Kickoff - Establishment and training of BOT team members and customer internal resources.
• Dashboard Creation - Creation of a site performance dashboard which:
  • Establishes key operational metrics that indicate site performance
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvements
  • Sets and realizes measurable performance goals
  • Provides corporations with an in-depth look at their portfolio of sites
• Equipment Fleet Tracking - DynoConsult has the capability to use telemetry systems installed on fleet equipment to track key performance statistics related to cycle times, throughput, etc. This can be integrated with possible existing systems the customer already has in place.

• Time Studies - May be conducted using traditional personnel methods, or newer equipment tracking capabilities.
• Trend Analysis - Tracking performed to present impacts on digability, powder factor, shovel/loader dig rates, and many others.
• Drill Demand Minimization Analysis - Design to reduce drilling requirements and allow for possible fleet reduction. Achieved through examining viability of expanding patterns, smaller diameter holes, and pattern design efficiency among others. Reduces related costs such as bits, fuel, labor, etc.
• Muckpile Shape Optimization - 3-D terrain models captured from scanners are used to modify blast design parameters to ensure muckpile height and shape allows for the most efficient loading possible.
• Initiation System and Bulk Explosive Selection - Site analysis to determine if advanced products such as electronic detonators and gassed emulsion are economically justified for an operation.
• Explosive Distribution Planning - Assistance in designing ideal drilling and explosive distribution to reduce secondary blasting such as trim shots and boulders.
• Movement/Throw Predictive Modeling - DynoConsult has access to the proprietary GEM (Ground Earth Movement) numerical software to model the optimal blast design for a desired blast movement or throw.
• Floor & Road Grade Analysis - 3-D terrain models provide detailed contour mapping of pit floor and road irregularities, pinpointing areas that require work and highlighting blast design modifications which can improve grade going forward. This impact operational costs related to minimizing fuel burn, equipment maintenance and downtime, tire consumption, operator comfort, and improved cycle times (loading, hauling, dumping).
• Drill Hole Audits - Excellent blasting cannot compensate for poor drilling. High-level instrumentation such as survey grade GPS, borehole deviation measurement devices, and advanced software packages are used to ensure collar locations, angle holes, and drill drift are within acceptable limits.
• Dilution Reduction - Blast designs are configured to prevent intermingling of valuable ore and waste rock. The cost to transport and process nonviable material can be substantial.
• Hi-Speed Video Recording - Recording blasts at standard film speeds is widespread now. However, hi-speed video analysis can often give clear indication of where performance issues originate.
• Velocity of Detonation (VOD) Analysis - Recording and analyzing VOD often provides an indicator as to the underlying problems causing blast performance issues. DynoConsult operates both the MREL and Shottrack systems.
• Underground Heading & Stope Scans - Scans of advance headings or stopes can be used create 3-D models of underground production areas allowing several key analyses to be made:
  • Face profiles
  • Advance per round
  • Scaling volume
  • Overbreak
• Face Scan & Pattern Analysis - Combines scan and borehole survey data to provide detailed overlays for analysis of drilling accuracy.
• Underground Drone Flights - Capability allows close examination of the condition of areas which otherwise may be difficult or impossible to inspect. Can also be used to scan stopes for volume calculations.

Bulk Technology Implementation

• Smart Drill Integration – Smart Drills are becoming more prevalent, but often the data is not used to its full potential. DynoConsult can assist in capture and integration of this data into the drill & blast process.
• Loading Profile Automation – Smart drill data can be combined with algorithms to generate customized loading profiles for individual blastholes. Blasting crews simply pull up to the blasthole, and push a confirmation button to begin loading.

Software