Archives: Communications in mining

3D-P says it has been selected by Navajo Transitional Energy Company (NTEC)’s Spring Creek Mine in Big Horn County, Montana to deploy, support, and monitor a state-of-the-art wireless network at the world class thermal coal operation. “Our client is utilising our unique Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) offering, giving them access to the safety and productivity advantages of[…]

One year after the commercialisation of MineHarmony, Huawei has announced that operating system has entered the stage of large-scale commercial use, as 5G+AI takes smart mining into a new phase. Speaking at the recent Huawei Connect 2022 event, Ken Hu, Rotating Chairman of Huawei, emphasised the company’s dedication to working with partners to help industry[…]

Relying solely on one sensor-based technology for autonomous operation of vehicles is a risk most mining operators cannot afford to take, according to Navtech Radar’s Sam Wood. This threat to operational continuity is likely to become wholly apparent in 2026 when an expected solar excitation event pushes many GPS-based systems offline, Wood says. The Product[…]

Epiroc has agreed to acquire Remote Control Technologies, an Australia-based company that provides automation and remote control solutions for mining customers around the world. With this acquisition, Epiroc says it will be the world-leading automation solutions provider not only for surface and underground rock drilling but also for underground loading and haulage. Remote Control Technologies,[…]

Mining technology leader Deswik says it continues to support India in its drive for more efficient and sustainable mining operations with a new presence in Gurugram, Haryana. “India’s economy has seen tremendous growth in the past decade, in no small part due to the mining industry’s contributions. With an ever-growing population, the results needed from[…]

At bauma 2022 in Munich this week, Continental is showcasing an IoT solution that will set new standards for the productivity management of quarries, mines and construction sites. “SightIQ can integrate virtually all data available to a manager from mobile machines, vehicles and stationary assets like conveyors or tools, regardless of make, model, year, manufacturer[…]

An iron ore mining operation has invested in workforce development solutions from Immersive Technologies to boost the capability of their heavy equipment operator workforce. Headquartered in Perth, Western Australia and operating several iron ore mines, their operations are positioned as one of the world’s largest iron ore producers. Their mines, which move material via autonomous[…]

Ericsson and Becker Mining Systems AG say they are unearthing the future of smart mining, following the signing of a multi-country reselling agreement. Becker Mining Systems AG has selected Ericsson as the 5G network partner of choice to provide Ericsson Private 5G (EP5G) and private network solutions. The frame agreement covers many countries including Canada,[…]

Epiroc’s newly enhanced Mobilaris Tunneling Intelligence integrates planning data, work progress data, and asset- and person-tracking into one decision support system for tunnel sites. With the latest upgrade, it is now easier than ever to achieve higher positioning accuracy without having to expand the network’s infrastructure. “Every tunnelling project is unique and consists of equipment[…]

To help African mining companies on their journey to Industry 4.0 and let them sustainably and responsibly transform their businesses, Sedna Industrial IT Solutions and Nokia are extending their partnership. With demand for digitisation and automation in mining on the rise, Sedna and Nokia signed an agreement during GITEX 2022 in Dubai to join forces[…]