Add new lithology type

Use this activity to add a new lithology type on the Lithology Types screen.

Activity steps:

  1. Open the Lithology Types screen.
  2. Click Add Lithology Type.

    The Add Lithology Type form displays.

  3. Complete the following fields as required:
    • Name: Enter the lithology type name. Mandatory.
    • Alternative Name: Enter the alternative name used in the external source system if required.
    • Abbreviation: Enter the abbreviation if required.
    • Group: Select from the list of groups defined on the Lithology Type Group Management screen. Mandatory.
    • Colour: Select the colour to represent the lithology type in charts across Reconcilor. Use the colour picker or enter a Hex, RGBA or HSLA colour code. Click the arrow icons to toggle between the colour code options.

      Note: You can also manage colour assignments for lithology types on the Colour Configuration screen. See Colours.

    • Order Number: Enter the display order number. This controls the order in drop-down filters and the order charts use when the x-axis or stacking is by lithology type. Mandatory.
    • Designation: Select from Ore and Waste. Mandatory.

      Note: If the lithology type falls in both categories, please notify your Datamine consultant or Datamine Support and select the option that encompasses the most lithology.

    • Status: Select from Active and Inactive. Mandatory.
  4. Click Save.