Business Insights on Smart Mining
How can you mine smarter, not harder?
“Our current hardware devices connect data from the underground or open pit all the way to recovered mineral and tailings management. Real value emerges when we elevate this data to machine learning and AI through the control system.”
Greg Houston, President and CEO, Lakeside Process Controls
“Every business with a technology slant needs to watch closely for the disruptive impacts expected to arise from generative AI powered by large language models.”
Kevin Dagenais, CEO, Cascadia Scientific
“Bolting systems can now digitally capture information about an individual bolt's installation, such as its speed at installation, its location, and the load required to break out the bolt.”
Paul Stephenson, Regional CEO - North America, DSI Underground
“The integration of real-time monitors, automated control systems and comprehensive data analysis software will further increase the efficiency of ventilation management systems. Demand for digital solutions is expected to intensify.”
Chad Methe, General Manager, Accutron Instruments
“When we began, miners communicated from afar with devices such as party line phone systems. As two-way radios advanced, these were integrated into operations for broader communications capabilities. The next step is to deploy LTE technology underground.”
Rey Boucher, President, Jannatec Technologies
“Most mining companies recognize that embracing new technology is not merely a choice but a necessity to keep their business profitable. If they do not, their competitor will sell at a better margin. Mining companies want plug-and-play solutions.”
Ash Agarwal, President and CEO, Symboticware
“Proximity Detection is an attainable solution that can be effective, and seamlessly implemented. However, some are bypassing it, focusing instead on collision avoidance systems, which can be financially and operationally unattainable for many smaller companies.”
Marc Brunet, Sales Manager, Jannatec Technologies