Archives: Mining software

Maptek has introduced GeoSpatial Manager, described as a groundbreaking solution that brings simplicity and efficiency to workflows, “revolutionising the way mining and civil engineering projects handle data from laser scans and drones.” GeoSpatial Manager Maptek adds “effortlessly connects users with real-time updates for surveyed surfaces.” Its smart visualisation tools and user-friendly interface “redefine how you interact[…]

Whittle Consulting has announced that its founder, Jeff Whittle, died peacefully on February 5, 2024, at the age of 93. Jeff became involved in the mining industry in 1979 when he joined Newmont Australia, later, Newcrest, as a contractor. He was fascinated by a largely theoretical paper published in 1965 by IBM researchers Lerchs and[…]

RockMass Technologies, an industry-leading geotechnical and geological data solutions provider, has announced a strategic partnership with Operational Geotechs Pty Ltd, an Australian leader in operational geotechnical services. This partnership it says “marks an exciting collaboration between two industry leaders with a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in the Australian mining sector.” RockMass’ hardware and[…]

Caterpillar Inc. supports site safety with technology to see, mitigate and manage fatigue and distraction on site. The Cat® MineStar™ Driver Safety System (DSS) comes under the global OEM’s MineStar Detect suite of solutions and uses a high-tech camera to monitor eye-closure duration and head pose, then instantly alerts operators via seat vibration and an[…]

Caterpillar Inc and ThoroughTec Simulation have renewed their global cooperation agreement, “reinforcing their commitment to advancing the field of equipment operator training through cutting-edge simulation technology.” The agreement solidifies the partnership between the companies. Caterpillar Mining’s recommendation of ThoroughTec Simulation as its approved supplier of equipment simulator products ThoroughTec said “empowers Caterpillar customers with state-of-the-art[…]

Metso’s intelligent crushing and screening offering is expanding with a new software application called Metso Remote IC. The new Metso Remote IC is used for remote control and monitoring of the crushing and screening process, and it connects wirelessly all the Lokotrack® crushers and screens at the site. With the Metso Remote IC app, the[…]

TOMRA is looking to leverage artificial intelligence as part of a plan to unlock new opportunities for mining operations using its sensor-based sorting technology. The company explained: “The ability of computer systems to mimic human thought and decision making to perform tasks that traditionally required human intelligence has played an important role in TOMRA’s sensor-based[…]

Hexagon has announced it is partnering with Western Australia’s Augment Technologies to help mines maximise ore yield and optimise operational efficiencies by accurately accounting for blast movement. The partnership will harness a blend of block model data, artificial intelligence (AI), bespoke movement models and measured 3D movement data to create a blast movement solution that[…]

GroundHog has launched what it says is a state-of-the-art high-precision solution that sets a new standard for precise drilling in mining operations. By acting as an integrator, GroundHog is looking to bring together a complete solution to streamline drilling operations. The integration includes strategically positioned base stations, RTK receivers with 20 mm accuracy, and dual[…]

Overland Conveyor Company, based in Lakewood, Colorado, has been operating since 1996 as an independent consulting firm. Its entire goal at that time and today was to provide excellence in consulting services surrounding long distance and/or high capacity conveying systems. In the mid 1990s the focus in mining conveyors was to go longer, further and[…]