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How Orica sped up blast-to-plant improvement through automated fragmentation analytics
Computer vision measures PSD continuously and links to QA/QC. Faster feedback helps dial in designs.
Context
Blasting teams lacked continuous, high-quality fragmentation feedback, making it difficult to adjust designs and achieve consistent downstream performance. Manual sampling was slow and limited in scope.
Solution
An AI-enabled fragmentation measurement tool was installed to provide continuous PSD analysis directly after blasts or at key material handling points. The system enabled faster assessment of blast outcomes.
Results
Operators gained quicker insights for continuous improvement, allowing adjustments to drill-and-blast strategies to improve fragmentation quality.
Data Inputs
Image streams; PSD analytics