FLEET MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS compliments FleetControl , perfectly . FleetOps is a fleet performance monitoring , management and reporting tool that removes the frustration of human error by ditching the tally sheets and digitalising the data .
The company told IM : We work closely with our customers to identify the problem they need to solve and to customise our solutions to cater towards the needs of the operation . We believe what makes us special is our 10 + years of experience in FMS implementation . We have implemented many other fleet management solutions over the years which has given us the knowledge and expertise to see successful change when digitalising an operation .”
The Haultrax offices are based in Brisbane and Perth . On the West Coast a team based in Perth locally supports the Pilbara , Southwest and Goldfields regions . On the East Coast its Brisbane team services the Bowen , Hunter Valley , Surat and Galilee Basin .
FleetControl is a fleet management system which makes real time activity and material tracking simple and enables transparency and collaboration across load and haul operations . By doing this FleetControl aims to improve the effective utilisation of operating equipment by quantifying and mitigating production delays and standbys . “ Our solution is highly scalable , suited to operations of all sizes , and breaks down the barriers to entry for non-Tier 1 operations by using a subscription-based payment method with little to no capital investment required .”
By quantifying and mitigating production delays and standbys , FleetControl will allow a mining operation to reduce diesel wastage from non-production activities such as non-productive travel , queuing , and idling . “ Mining operations capture this discrepancy for the maintenance department via SMU ( Service Meter Unit ) uplift . This uplift is a comparison of the time that the engine has been on against the time that the truck undertook productive operations and is done using the onboard engine timer ( similar to a passenger car odometer ). The standard SMU uplift for a manned operation is 1.12 . By mitigating factors such as queue time and nonproductive travel , we believe FleetControl can reduce this uplift by 1 % to 1.11 .”
Haultrax says FleetControl has consistently shown to deliver a 5 % effective utilisation productivity improvement . A 5 % improvement in effective utilisation will reduce the fleet size required to move the same material and a reduction of between one to two trucks represents a significant reduction in operating and capital expenditure for mid-sized mining operations .
“ We have maintained a great working relationship / partnership with our clients who have implemented our FMS . Major customers include bauxite miner Alcoa , which is using FleetControl at its Willowdale mine in Wagerup , WA and contract miner Mackellar which has been using it for its contract at the Carmichael coal mining operations in central Queensland , owned by Bravus Resources .”
Jodi Racco , Production Superintendent , Alcoa : “ What attracted us to the Haultrax model is we see what we want to see in small enough chunks that you can digest it , providing us with simple and effective production information . The difference with Haultrax has been the levels of customisation and personal service . Haultrax understands how we work and works with us to achieve what works for our operation . We knew we had a business partner who would work with us through everything ".
Dave White , Mackellar General Manager , Business Development : “ The beauty of Haultrax is that it provides real-time data that enables our supervisors to make decisions early enough in the shift to meet the shift target , before its too late . One of the other advantages that Mackellar are trying to achieve by using Haultrax is developing a database of actual production in the field from truck and excavator circuits that will assist our engineering and estimations team on costings for future projects . We see that as a real advantage as the company grows . By having that support from our business partner Haultrax , we are able to provide a better overall support package for our clients and deliver a better result for production on the project as an overall outcome .”
FAST2 Mine growing faster
Last year was a busy one for Brazil ' s FAST2 Mine . Eder Griebeler , CEO says it achieved significant milestones that have fortified its vision of becoming a key global player in the mining industry in the coming years . “ As a software company with roots in mining , FAST2 Mine provides top-notch operational and fleet management systems . We are proud to hold the position of market leader in Brazil , which was a result of our focus on high quality solutions and building trustworthy , value-added relationships with our clients .”
In 2022 , it implemented 15 new projects , expanding its reach to North America and Australia , where it deployed its solution in gold mines . “ Our software now manages over 50 mines , comprising more than 3,000 pieces of equipment , including world-scale operations as Kinross , Norsk Hydro , Equinox , Alcoa , Ero Copper and Aura Minerals , among others .
The current state of technology is exciting and we are dedicated to harnessing the benefits of it in our solutions . Through close collaboration with diverse user profiles , we strive to create innovative solutions that not only meet our
FleetControl is a fleet management system which makes real time activity and material tracking simple and enables transparency and collaboration across load and haul operations
clients '’ needs but also positively transform mining operations . For example , one of our clients was able to achieve an extra day of production per month by simply improving productivity during the first hour of their shift , without any significant investments .”
He adds : “ The Mining Control System continues to evolve and stands out as a complete solution for mining operational management . Our system focuses on leveraging advanced data processing techniques to transform raw data into actionable information that drives efficiency and ROI . It empowers mining operations with realtime fleet management , including dispatch engines with fixed and dynamic allocation , short interval control , grade and stockpile control , fuel and costs management , as well as detailed maintenance scheduling and control .”
Mining Control Automated was a key release last year , which fully automates the load and haul cycle . The technology consists of IoT devices that allow interoperability between equipment units , providing massive and accurate data collection without operator intervention . “ The solution is completely OEM agnostic and easy to deploy , not demanding any integration or electric connection with equipment . In addition , understanding that data is as valuable as the decisions it drives , we released an embedded nocode BI engine . It allows users to easily create their own analysis , adding to our existing analytics module with more than 100 dashboards and reports . Democratising information across the company is a strong drive towards the future of the industry and a way to enhance operational efficiency , safety , and sustainability .”
FAST2 Mine has big ambitions to achieve 300 mining operations worldwide by 2026 . “ Our mission to shape the future of the mining industry by bringing innovative solutions and setting new standards for excellence is unwavering . We aim to enhance efficiency , safety , and sustainability , ultimately improving the lives of people .”
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