1. Vizex Visibility Controls
Greater control over data presentation
A new improvement in Vizex allows users to show or hide elements from the legend by Colour, Hatch, Symbol, or Line Style. This interactive approach streamlines data visualization and makes it easier to focus on the data that matters most. Now users can selectively display the relevant data without unnecessary distractions, improving focus and clarity.
This added flexibility allows users to tailor their workspace and only view the most critical data at any given time, leading to faster, more efficient workflows.
Availability: For Explorers, for Geology Modellers, For Resource Modellers, For Grade Controllers, For Team Viewers
2. Pick Files, Wireframes or Drillhole Database Files from Vizex
Streamlined file selection directly from Vizex
A new "Pick from Vizex" button has been added to the Wireframe Name and File Name boxes across most forms. This allows users to click on a layer in Vizex and automatically populate the form with the correct file name or wireframe, eliminating the need to search manually through file explorers.
By simplifying the file selection process, this enhancement makes workflows more interactive and efficient, saving time and reducing the likelihood of errors when selecting files for processing.
Availability: For Explorers, for Geology Modellers, For Resource Modellers, For Grade Controllers, For Team Viewers
3. New Search Neighbourhood Analysis Tool
Refine your search parameters with greater precision
The new Search Neighbourhood Analysis tool allows geologists to click on a block in a block model to view the search ellipse, the samples used, and the estimation weights applied. This provides an intuitive way to validate and interrogate existing estimates, helping users understand how the model was constructed and identify any unexpected behaviour.
In addition, users can interactively modify search criteria to explore how changes would impact the estimate, making it a useful tool for refining parameters before running a new estimate.
By supporting both validation of completed estimates and optional fine-tuning for future ones, this tool helps geologists gain confidence in their models and make data-driven decisions with clarity.
Availability: For Resource Modellers (Subscription Only)
4. New Soft Boundary Options in Grade Estimator
Streamlined boundary definition for faster estimates
New soft boundary options have been added to the Grade Estimator, enabling users to specify a distance from wireframes at which to use samples outside the wireframe for domain estimation. This improvement eliminates the need to calculate the distance to each wireframe manually, speeding up the estimate setup process.
This enhancement simplifies the workflow and helps to generate estimates more efficiently, especially when working with complex domain boundaries.
Availability: For Resource Modellers (Subscription Only)
5. New Drillhole Tracker Tool
Easily track deviations in drillhole trajectories
The new Drillhole Tracker tool allows you to compare the trajectory of a planned drillhole to an ongoing drillhole. The tool shows the deviation distance and provides wireframe options to visualize distances between pierce points.
Geologists can now track drillhole trajectories in real time, ensuring that deviations stay within acceptable limits. This tool simplifies the communication of this data to drillers and stakeholders, improving accuracy and decision-making.
Availability: For Explorers (Subscription Only)
6. Auto Load in Vizex Options in Create/Edit Drillhole Database
Faster visualization of drillhole data
The Create and Edit Drillhole Database tools have been enhanced with auto-load options, which automatically display drillhole data when creating or modifying a drillhole database. Geologists can also drag and drop the DHDB file into Vizex for immediate visualization.
This feature reduces the time spent setting up the drillhole database and viewing the data in Vizex, making it easier to visualize drillhole data quickly and efficiently, especially for new users.
Availability: For Explorers, For Geology Modellers, For Resource Modellers