GroundHog Install at Gold mine in Africa
Deployment Model for Site: Open Pit FMS Site Information GroundHog Deployed the OpsCenter for Dispatch, and the Fleet Management System app at a Gold Mine in North Africa Miners primarily spoke Arabic. So, GroundHog added Arabic Language support. Production Operations Management – Pre-GroundHog The site had operators capture information on paper to record their daily […]
Revolutionizing Mining Efficiency: Tilt Sensors for Dump Cycle Count Automation with Unparalleled Precision
#mining #innovation In a bold stride towards cutting-edge innovation in the mining industry, our team has achieved a groundbreaking feat: the successful installation of Tilt sensors on Haul Trucks for Dump Cycle Count Automation. This cutting-edge technology has enabled us to automate dump cycle counts while completely eliminating the need for any operator input. Paired […]
How Mines use GPS
Starting in the early 90’s, Mines use GPS in a wide variety of ways. While technological advancements have played a crucial role in enhancing operational efficiency, safety, and productivity, GPS is one innovation that has revolutionized the way mines use location intelligence to unlock a myriad of benefits that have reshaped the way we mine. […]
RTLS in Underground Mines: 12 ways RTLS is Revolutionizing Safety and Efficiency
Introduction Welcome to our comprehensive guide on RTLS in underground mines. In this article, we will explore how Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS) are revolutionizing safety and efficiency in the mining industry. RTLS technology plays a crucial role in improving operational visibility, optimizing resource utilization, and enhancing worker safety in underground mining operations. Mining is a […]
GroundHog: Leading the Charge in the Future of Underground Mining Software
There is a revolution happening in the mining industry, and at the forefront of this change is GroundHog with our pioneering underground mining software. Our aim is to redefine mining operations, driving safety, productivity, and efficiency to unprecedented levels. At GroundHog, we’re committed to setting new standards in the world of mining. It’s our pleasure […]
Don’t let the mining labor shortage hold you back; embrace the transformative power of Short Interval Control to get 37% more tonnes in 9 months
In the rapidly changing world of mining, where precision, efficiency, and safety are paramount, Short Interval Control (SIC) has emerged as a game-changing innovation to significantly increase productivity without adding more labor or equipment. This revolutionary approach to operations management allows mining companies to gain real-time visibility, optimize productivity, and drive continuous improvement. By breaking […]
How Mine Digitization and Automation is Increasing Productivity and Safety in Mining
In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, including Autonomous vehicles and ChatGPT types of Generative AI technologies, industries worldwide are harnessing the power of digitization and automation to revolutionize their operations. The mining industry is no exception. Mine digitization and automation have emerged as game-changing concepts, transforming how mines operate and and have unlocked myriad benefits. […]
Leveraging Technology to meet your Operational KPIs
It’s been said that you can’t master what you don’t measure, and this couldn’t be more true for operations within the mining industry. While mining companies’ work around the clock to meet production goals, simultaneously maintaining the highest safety standards, are they measuring what matters most to help them meet the targets that they’ve set? […]
Powerful Minestar Reporting using Power BI in 30 minutes
First off, what is Minestar Minestar Reporting is part of is Caterpillar’s Minestar Fleet Management system, and is primarily used by large open pit mines to improve overall productivity and safety. It is a comprehensive suite of tools, including fleet management, machine health monitoring, and guidance technology. Most large mines that have a large fleet […]
Introduction to Change Readiness
In the last installments of the Mine Digitization and Automation series, we looked at the four types of Digital Transformation, because it is important that you know what you want to achieve before any decisions are made about what shape your efforts should take, where they may occur, who will do it, etc. With this […]
