Orica and Epiroc expect to commence commissioning on Avatel, the first-of-its-kind, industry-driven explosives delivery system, in the coming weeks, meaning the solution could be deployed at underground mine sites as early as the end of 2021. The solution provides safe access for an operator in cab to execute the development cycle while reducing the reliance on costly, time-consuming and, at times, ineffective controls put in place to manage the risks to personnel working in one of the highest r

Orica is one of the world's largest manufacturers of explosives and chemicals for the mining sector. | Sky News Australia

Australian company Orica is one of the largest explosives organisations and is one of the biggest producers of ammonia and specialist mining chemicals. | Sky News Australia

Epiroc and Orica fire world-first semi-automated, wireless development blast with Avatel at Kittilä mine, in Finland. The milestone brings to life an industry-driven concept to dramatically improve safety at the face, which is one of the highest risk activities in underground mining today. “This is a true milestone achieved for our industry where Epiroc in partnership with Orica have led the way to safer underground operation. By building on our recognized solutions and advanced Rig Control Syst