DIGITALISATION
Electra Mining Africa is a key forum for suppliers to build any digitalisationpersonalisation divides .
In response to the need for innovation in the mining sector , a spokesperson for Kwatani - which is dedicated to the design , manufacture and supply of world class vibrating screening and feeding solution - believes the event is the “ ideal platform to cast a spotlight on our products ". These include a modern multi-slope vibrating screen - used for minerals processing - as well as showcasing the company ’ s strides in digital innovation .
While multi-slope screens — also known as banana screens - have been available since the 1980s , Kwatani has given a fresh twist to their design , says the company ’ s CEO Kim Schoepflin : “ Digital technologies have the potential to unlock new ways of managing variability and enhancing productivity .”
The company will demonstrate a miniature , digitally enabled version of the multi-slope screen at EMA .
Kwatani COO Kenny Mayhew-Ridgers says the company approaches digitalisation in two ways : “ We believe that sensors are the starting point , as they are where data is created . Embedding sensors in plants - that in turn churn out large volumes of data for analysis - is increasingly attainable . But the digital picture is bigger than these two scenarios . Mines can now maintain missioncritical assets better by leveraging digital solutions .”
Digitalisation helps companies establish maintenance regimens by leveraging data to monitor equipment health , and to pre-empt problems before they arise .
As well as its innovative screen , Kwatani will also demonstrate how its acquisition by Sandvik - the leading engineering group in mining and rock excavation , rock processing ,
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metal cutting and materials technology - further advances its drive to innovate .
“ We will be able to leverage Sandvik ’ s substantial experience in this field , and usher in a new age of efficiency , productivity and cost-control - all for the benefit of our customers ,” Schoepflin said .
Turning video data into actionable insights The pandemic has accelerated the need for digitalisation , and its ability to generate cost efficiencies , speed up the delivery of products and services , improve sustainability efforts , and to enhance workplace safety .
On the safety front another exhibitor , Canadian mining technology specialist Weir Motion Metrics , is promoting rugged smart cameras for open-pit mines .
These use AI to turn video data into actionable insights designed to improve safety , energy efficiency , and productivity . Weir Motion Metrics ’ solutions have been installed by companies including Antofagasta , Anglo American and Codelco at 70 mines worldwide .
As well as safety , mine-to-mill optimisation is another area ripe for
30 September 2022