In today’s mining industry, data is everything. Mining ventures are going forth with ever-better technology designed to get the most out of every project and area they explore. Mining exploration and processing is now inextricably linked with quality data and data processing. Using Micromine in conjunction with Geobank is an easy way to monitor data and information that an exploration or mining team acquires and uses for an advantage. Collecting data using multiple access points is great, and essential for consistently successful mining operations, but what if you can’t understand and organize your data? That’s why proper collection, organisation and some automation is required.
The Micromine Core module is the central engine of the Micromine system that imports and organises a wide variety of mining and exploration data, including surface, drillhole, and subsurface data. It’s a hub for all the information mining operations need to be successful.
Data collection is important, but a central data repository is also a key function of mining data software. If the data cannot be organized and used as the user sees fit, it is not nearly as effective. This consolidation of data is easier said than done, but with a powerful analytical software like Geobank (MICROMINE’s geological data management solution) and Micromine, the use of subsurface and exploration data will lead to powerful results.
A key component of understanding data using software like Micromine is communication between devices and databases. A simple functionality feature such as external database linking or flexible, simple file formats can make a huge difference. Imagine the confusion and frustration of trying to view files on the wrong device in the wrong file format. Data can easily be forgotten or lost if it has compatibility issues. The ability to save large file formats and pull them up on different devices and screens is a simple, yet integral function for any enterprise that relies on processing large amounts of data. Micromine offers data management systems that work seamlessly with the data collected, analyzing it and organizing it so it’s more valuable to you.
For mining companies, the management of drillhole and trench databases is a key factor in responsible and profitable operations. Since the data points are constantly changing in these areas as new materials and drillhole conditions are found, they need to be organised and updated. Micromine features software that allows the user to separate and monitor drillhole and trench databases in real time. The software can also generate statistical summaries based on the data points as they shift and are updated. Exploration data analysis is made much easier with interactive plot points based on probability models and histograms. Data from the field and from the miners themselves can easily be funneled back to these databases and organized into plot points managers and executives can use to make real-time decisions, which is crucial for success.
Cost-effectiveness is the key to any mining operation. Investment in a large project like a mine will always be significant. If data collection is not taken seriously, the company loses out on key information. If that data is organized and used to great effect, all the investors, managers, executives, and miners come away with a much better result. The more data you have, the better decisions you can make to ensure that your operation is as cost-effective and safe and possible.
