FLEET MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS
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
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 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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International Mining | MAY 2023