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How Boliden Aitik / Epiroc improved drilling productivity through autonomous blasthole drilling
Row-by-row autonomy standardizes quality and reduces exposure. Sites report higher utilization and consistent holes.
Context
Drilling performance was highly dependent on operator skill, leading to inconsistent hole quality and variable utilization. These inconsistencies created downstream impacts on blasting and production.
Solution
Row-by-row autonomous drilling was introduced, supported by remote oversight. The system standardizes drilling patterns and ensures consistent execution independent of operator variability.
Results
The shift resulted in higher utilization and more consistent hole quality. Sites also reported notable safety benefits due to reduced operator exposure.
Data Inputs
MWD data, positioning, machine telemetry