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MSR HALO TO EXPAND FULL SLOPE STABILITY RADAR
REDEFINING UNDERGROUND MINING PRODUCTIVITY
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MSR HALO TO EXPAND FULL SLOPE STABILITY RADAR
The company is the first and only to provide all three radar technologies in a single portfolio.
The MSR Halo is a new Synthetic Aperture Radar( SAR) that marks a milestone in mine safety and hazard monitoring. With 360 ° coverage and a range of up to 5km, it delivers high resolution and flexible scan options to support both tactical and strategic monitoring campaigns, and has been introduced by Reutech Mining.
With the addition of the product, the company is the first and only to provide all three radar technologies in a single portfolio:
Launch event The product was officially launched on 21 October 2025, at a global online event. The event featured live demonstrations and technical insights, allowing industry partners, distributors and media representatives to explore how the system enhances mine safety and supports informed operational decision-making.
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About: Reutech Mining, established in 2006, specialises in advanced slope stability and hazard monitoring solutions for the mining sector. With a portfolio that includes Real Aperture Radar, MIMO Radar and Synthetic Aperture Radar, the company delivers tailored technology for diverse operational needs. Headquartered in South Africa, Reutech Mining is part of Reunert Limited, an industrial and electronics company founded in 1888 and listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange since 1948.
REDEFINING UNDERGROUND MINING PRODUCTIVITY
• MSR Modular: Real Aperture Radar
• MSR Esprit: Multiple Input Multiple Output Radar
• MSR Halo: Synthetic Aperture Radar
This comprehensive portfolio enables clients to select the radar solution most suitable for their operational environment.
While slope stability monitoring remains central, the MSR Halo is engineered for broader applications, including tailings storage facilities and natural hazard monitoring. These extended capabilities enable mines and operators to address safety risks proactively, optimise production, and protect surrounding environments.
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This machine is built to last by featuring strategically placed components for maximum protection, reduced wear and longer life.
The introduction of Minetruck MT33 by Epiroc is set to redefine underground mining productivity. The truck has a compact design and a 33-tonne haulage performance in medium drifts.
With enhanced safety, productivity and operator comfort, the truck brings the best features from the large truck segment into a smaller footprint.
Reutech Mining’ s MSR Halo.
“ The MSR Halo represents more than just a new product. It is about providing mines with a full spectrum of monitoring solutions,” said Jan de Beer, Mining executive at Reutech Mining.“ With SAR now part of our portfolio, clients can choose the optimal radar for their specific operational challenges. Whether it is continuous slope monitoring, ensuring the integrity of tailings storage facilities, or responding to broader natural hazards, we are giving the industry the tools to act with confidence.”
“ The robust design and low profile of the truck, combined with automatic transmission and high ramp speeds, ensure efficient and reliable operations in demanding underground environments,” says Prerna Devkar, global product manager, Minetruck – small segment at the company’ s Underground division.
Built on decades of experience and evolved from the company’ s proven Minetruck MT436B, the Minetruck MT33 significantly advances safety, productivity and operator comfort. The new product has been developed in close collaboration with customers to ensure that it meets real-world needs and exceeds expectations.
“ Safety is engineered into every detail of the truck. From factoryfitted emergency stops and fail-safe braking systems to integrated
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