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Unlocking Efficiency and Profitability Across Your Mining Value Chain

Drill to Mill Program
Optimizing Mining Operations for Peak Performance
At Dyno Nobel, we understand that the heart of efficient mining operations lies in
optimizing every step—from drilling to milling. Our Drill to Mill approach is designed
to deliver unmatched value by enhancing outcomes across your entire mining
operation. Through our comprehensive Rapid Operational Diagnostics, our experts
meticulously assess the cascading impacts of drilling and blasting adjustments on
downstream processes, including loading, hauling, crushing, and milling.

How does Drill to Mill Work?
We Baseline your Operations
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Expert Consultation & Tailored Capabilities
 Leveraging Expertise for Exceptional Results
 Our Drill to Mill projects are powered by a deep understanding of the unique
 geological challenges and opportunities at each mining site. Our expert team
 employs advanced capabilities to drive significant, measurable enhancements
 throughout your operation.

Our Comprehensive Capabilities Include:
 • Best practices evaluations for operational excellence.
 • Advanced 3D bench modeling for precise drilling and blasting.
 • Site-specific production planning to streamline operations.
 • Blast pattern design optimization to maximize efficiency.
 • Selection and optimization of initiation systems and bulk
 explosives for optimal results.
 • Predictive modeling for accurate fragmentation and material
 movement forecasts. Baseline Material
 • Trend analysis to anticipate and adapt to operational dynamics.
 • Strategic explosive distribution planning.
 • Fragmentation analysis and optimization to enhance milling
 efficiency.
 • Vibration reduction and slope stability analysis for safer
 operations.
 • Innovative dilution reduction techniques.
 • Cutting-edge face scanning and pattern analysis.
 • Drone surveys and monitoring for real-time operational insights.
 • Implementation of bulk technology for cost-effective operations. Optimized Material

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Empowering Your Operation with Proven Results
 Explore Real-World Success Stories:

DRILL TO MILL PROJECT ADDS GOLD MINE EXPANDS PATTERN
$58.1 MILLION FOR METALS MINE FOR 11% COST REDUCTION
BY OPTIMIZING MILL THROUGHPUT USING DIFFERENTIAL ENERGY™
CHALLENGE CHALLENGE
• Increase mill throughput by increasing • Decrease costs through pattern expansion
 -1/2” fines percentage
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SOLUTION • Introduce DIFFERENTIAL ENERGY to
• Execute a Drill to Mill initiative to analyze optimize energy distribution
 and optimize blasting to increase the -1/2”
 size fraction and overall mill throughput OUTCOME
 • 11% reduction in drilling cost in one month
OUTCOME • 5% expansion of pattern
• Up to 10% increase in -1/2” size fraction • 2% reduction in explosive material costs
• 15% increase in mill throughput with no negative impact on downstream
• $58.1 million in value added processes

 Drill to Mill Optimized Results vs.
 Baseline Weighted Average PSD
 by Rock Type

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