In the June and September quarters of 2024, Immersive Technologies secured contracts to provide workforce training solutions for four significant underground mining projects in the US, Canada, Chile and Indonesia.
These solutions encompass machine simulation, digital learning technologies including virtual reality, 3D virtual machines and training program development.
Immersive Technologies says it is dedicated to delivering quantifiable returns on investment for mining customers through improved operator skills and reduced performance variance. It also provide essential technology integration and change management services.
David Anderson, Immersive Technologies CEO, said: “Immersive Technologies recognises the strategic importance of underground mining and has increased its investment in new Conversion Kit® development for a growing range of underground machines. We also launched a new “Premium” simulator platform optimised for underground applications at MINExpo 2024, positioned alongside new digital learning technologies to address the specific needs of underground customers.
“Underground mining is growing fast and 2024 has delivered new strategic customers which validates our increased underground research and development investment over the last few years. We see strong future growth in line with the projected growth of underground operations.”
The simulator Conversion Kits and digital learning products are designed to enhance learning retention and rapidly develop skills for both new and experienced operators. New developments include training technologies for the following machines:
- Sandvik DD422i jumbo drill;
- Sandvik DS422i cable bolter;
- Sandvik (Artisan) A4 LHD;
- Sandvik LH411iB, LH514E, LH518B LHDs;
- Sandvik Miner Borer MF460;
- Epiroc Simba M4 C production drill;
- DynaBolter V2 roof bolter;
- DynaBolter V3 roof bolter;
- Komatsu 12HM27 continuous miner;
- Komatsu 12HM46 continuous miner;
- Komatsu BH-20 battery hauler; and
- Cat® R1700K LHD.