The Canadian Diamond Drilling Association is pleased to announce Axis Mining Technology as our October Manufacturer Member of the Month. We interviewed a member from their company to learn more about their services and membership with the CDDA.
Can you tell us more about your company?
Founded in 2012, Perth Western Australia, Axis Mining Technology was acquired by Orica Digital Solutions in 2022. The Axis suite of products offers advanced geospatial tools which allow mining companies to define and understand orebodies more accurately and efficiently; empowering customers to unlock their resources full potential with greater precision and predictability.
With an ongoing commitment to delivering integrated and innovative technology for their customers, Axis has grown into a trusted global supplier and manufacturer of instrumentation, data and drilling solutions for the mining, mineral exploration and drilling industries.
What Products and Services Do You Offer?
Axis offers advanced geospatial driller operated instruments and a cloud-based data management platform to help mining companies define and understand orebodies more accurately by acquiring various measurements within drill holes. Within the Axis product offering comes a rigorous onboarding process for drilling contractors to empower them to collect quality measurements for the end users.
The suite of instruments encompasses drill rig alignment, deviation measurement, core orientation referencing, and data management. Surveying tools such as the Champ™ Gyro range and Champ™ Ori are engineered to integrate into existing drilling workflows and deliver precision data. Whilst the AXIS Connect™ software enables users to accelerate the flow of data; connecting seamlessly to geological modelling suites for fast, confident decision-making throughout the entire drilling program.
The Axis team diligently walk customers through their scope of work and make recommendations as to which instrument and deployment method would work best for their project; staying connected and offering technical support, training and product replacements when required.
At the CDDA, we value recognizing employees who are making a difference in the industry. Is there someone from your team you’d like to highlight? 
Since joining Orica Digital Solutions in 2023, Michelle Plunkett, P.Geo, has played a pivotal role in streamlining commercial operations for Axis in Canada, as the Commercial and Accounts Lead. With over a decade of experience as a geologist in the mining sector, Michelle brings a deep understanding of geoscience, paired with a strong aptitude for customer service. Her ability to connect with drilling contractors and navigate complex commercial landscapes has elevated the standard of customer support across the region, setting a new benchmark for service excellence.
But Michelle’s influence extends beyond customer engagement. She is also a dedicated mentor, guiding team members in their professional development. Through her insights and leadership, she empowers others to better serve the customer base, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement.
What do you value about being a CDDA Member?
Orica Digital Solutions is proud to be members of the Canadian Diamond Drilling Association, an organization that plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the drilling industry. Fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across the industry provides valuable opportunities to engage with industry leaders and explore broader perspectives and ideas that help to shape our industry. Being part of CDDA reflects Axis’s commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and leadership within the industry.
We are grateful to for their ongoing support of our Association and for their dedication to advancing innovation, upholding industry standards, and promoting safety.
We would like to thank Axis Mining Technology for their continuous support of the CDDA and thank them for their ongoing commitment to delivering integrated and innovative technology to the diamond drilling industry.
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