Archives: Automation

Wabtec announced today the successful installation of its Generation 3 Collision Avoidance System (CAS) at Glencore Coal’s Mount Owen site in New South Wales, Australia. “The mining industry presents inherent risks, and mobile equipment interactions represent a large contribution to this profile,” said Neil Pollard, Surface Technology Manager for Glencore Coal Assets Australia. “We have[…]

MineSense and Komatsu’s Modular Mining Systems have executed a collaboration agreement to share data between ShovelSense and the DISPATCH Fleet Management (FMS) and ProVision Machine Guidance systems. The standardised integrated solution exchanges loading cycle and material classification data in real-time and provides automated notifications to re-route trucks when ShovelSense identifies a material mismatch. The integration[…]

Komatsu has announced a significant step forward in their joint commitment to sustainable mining together with Boliden, a leading global mining and metals company with a strong focus on sustainable production. At MINExpo 2024, Komatsu unveiled its all-new Power Agnostic 930E haul truck, built on Komatsu’s modular power-agnostic platform, this new generation truck allows customers[…]

IoMine, Liebherr’s updated and expanded technology portfolio, features cutting-edge technology designed to optimise all aspects of day-to-day mining operations. Because the new technology portfolio is intended to support customers as more and more move to an integrated operations approach to mining, Liebherr wanted to highlight this in its choice of name. “An integrated operations approach[…]

Weir’s new digital offering, NEXT™ Intelligent Solutions, extends and expands the OEM’s current capabilities and transforms its process optimisation services into real-time digital solutions, it says. In recent years, Weir has been focused on harnessing digital technologies to improve equipment performance, availability and product quality – overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Having recently added artificial intelligence[…]

indurad has introduced its latest innovation at MINExpo 2024 this week: the Gen5 iProximity PDS/CAS solution, now with full ISO 21815 Level 9 support. A key component of this system is the flagship iRTT-LVU (Radio Transponder Tag – Light Vehicle Unit). The iRTT-LVU can be mounted swiftly on any light vehicle, using standard roof racks[…]

Earlier this year, Epiroc completed the full acquisition of ASI Mining. Consequently, Epiroc will no longer market its surface autonomous business under the ASI Mining name, but solely under the Epiroc brand. This transition underscores Epiroc’s commitment to delivering advanced surface automation solutions, focusing on accelerating integration and advancing functionality development. As part of this[…]

Weir is showcasing its all-of-mine capabilities at this year’s MINExpo 2024, in Las Vegas, this week. It is launching its ESCO® NEXSYS™ GET Lip System for rope shovel dippers, which lowers lip maintenance requirements, extends tooth and adapter life and, ultimately, provides miners with longer uninterrupted shovel operation. Weir will also be unveiling its new[…]

During an impressive event at this year’s MINExpo in Las Vegas, USA, attended by IM, Liebherr and Fortescue announced a significant expansion of their partnership and unveiled the jointly developed autonomous battery-electric T 264 truck. Both Dr Andrew Forrest and Dr Willi Liebherr attended the event to celebrate the historic deal. Together, the two companies[…]

Komatsu today announced the launch of its first commercialised truck in the new Power Agnostic series, the Power Agnostic 930E truck. This cutting-edge haulage truck represents a significant milestone in Komatsu’s decarbonisation strategy, it says “offering unparalleled flexibility for mining operations transitioning toward zero emissions. The Power Agnostic 930E sets a new standard in mining[…]