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Underground Mining

Block cave—pre-conditioning

WebGen™ wireless initiation technology eliminates wired constraints for safer, more efficient and predictable blasting, while our 4D™ Bulk Delivery System enables longer hole charging and reliable performance in wet conditions to improve cave readiness.
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Block cave—pre-conditioning.

WebGen™ wireless initiation technology transforms pre-conditioning by eliminating the operational constraints of wired systems, enabling safer, more efficient and predictable blasting outcomes. 

Accelerated pre-conditioning cycles 
Traditional pre-conditioning is resource-intensive and prone to delays from wire damage, leakage, and misfires. WebGen™ allows for pre-loading of blast holes without physical connections, enabling remote initiation and reducing the need for rework. This results in faster cycle completion and improved cave readiness. 

Simplified bench configuration 
The wireless system removes the requirement for back-up detonators and complex stemming procedures. With no in-hole wiring, the risk of leakage and misfires is eliminated, reducing variability in blast performance and simplifying bench setup. This leads to more consistent fragmentation and improved downstream handling. 

Enhanced safety and operational control 
WebGen™ enables remote initiation from a safe location, removing personnel from hazardous areas such as the rill or brow during charging and firing. This significantly reduces exposure to geotechnical risks and improves compliance with site safety protocols. 

4D™ supports longer hole charging and reliable performance in wet conditions, improving cave readiness

Benefits

Driven by innovation and backed by our global research, development and technical networks, we deliver solutions that solve real operational challenges. 

Improve safety

Improve safety

Blast quality and performance

Blast quality and performance

Maximise resource recovery

Maximise resource recovery

Operational efficiency and performance

Operational efficiency and performance

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Increased cycle time

  • Anticipate increased time savings on pre-conditioning cycle.

Simplified bench operations

  • Elimination of back-up detonators, simplified pre-stemming, no leakage and no misfires.

Improved safety

  • Reduced exposure in hazardous areas.

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