TECHNOLOGY
continuously being monitored and recorded during the training process , operator ’ s faults and inefficiencies can be improved through review and analysis . Therefore , productivity is directly improved by having more proficient operators who are effective at performing their core tasks .
Operators trained with simulators have proven to improve performance in machine function cycles . This means operators are able to improve their techniques for digging , swinging and dumping , which could equate to less time onsite as well as thousands of dollars increased in revenue .
Although not all simulators are created equal , some have the ability to be integrated with mine planning , maintenance and fleet management systems to identify opportunities at site , crew and individual level .
Cost savings One of the biggest advantages simulators bring to the table is a reduction in cost . Simulators enable operators to be better trained and prepared leading to fewer accidents . This means less maintenance to equipment and less downtime to repair broken machinery . Furthermore , the wear and tear on machinery is diminished as operating costs
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“ Because mine vehicles are being used for fewer training tasks , the associated running costs of training are greatly reduced ” – Greg Lew , Executive Vice President of Global Business at ThoroughTec .
20 F ebruary 2015