On the straight and narrowTechnology is helping to improve the accuracy of information obtained from exploration drill holes

Technology is helping to improve the accuracy of information obtained from exploration drill holes

By Catherine Hercus

April 02, 2024

Imdex’s DeviDrill is a directional core drill, which the company said delivers more focused mineral exploration results when compared to conventional exploration drilling. Courtesy of Imdex

The chances of making an economic mineral discovery are vanishingly slim, so as much as exploration drilling is a search for new deposits, it is also a search for efficiencies. Accuracy, durability and reliability are all essential in keeping the drills turning and oriented in the intended direction.

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