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At one of Chile’s largest open mines, operated by a global mining producer, IMDEX was awarded a $1.5 million contract to trial our BORE HOLE STABILISER (BHS) technology over a six months trial. The goal is to establish a productivity baseline and deliver measurable ESG improvements.
The trial focuses on:
Reducing exposure to breathable silica dust, supporting Chile’s 2030 goal to eradicate silicosis
Minimising dust contamination from drilling, particularly important given the mine’s proximity to a dust-saturated town
Lowering COâ‚‚ emissions from blasting
Reducing water use and safety risks associated with redrilling
About BHS
BHS is a multifunctional, environmentally friendly additive used during drilling to stabilise borehole walls, suppress dust, and reduce structural collapse. It works by penetrating fractured and brittle rock formations, binding loose materials to the borehole wall and significantly reducing the release of particulate matter. This stabilisation also leads to fewer re-drills, lower water usage and more controlled blasting, which directly contributes to improved environmental and health outcomes.
In previous projects with the same resource company, IMDEX has delivered outstanding environmental and health improvements using BHS advanced technologies including:
- 93% reduction in exposure to respirable particulate matter
- 71% decrease in total dust contamination
- 1,097 tonnes of COâ‚‚ emissions avoided
- 150 m³ reduction in water consumption
- 1,236 fewer operator exposure hours, thanks to decreased re-drilling needs
These results highlight how innovation can enhance operational performance while delivering significant sustainability benefits.