19 approach is actually quite deep , compared to most companies , and this is where we see the benefits .”
In embracing Mining 4.0 Gorain ’ s team is using the OSI-PI system to bring all operating data – mining , milling , smelting and power plant – into one platform which will eventually be integrated with SAP . “ We are looking to digitally integrate 1,500 people , over 200 pieces of equipment and several different outsourced business partners at our flagship SK and Agucha mines . It allows us to do real-time asset tracking , people tracking , asset management , short interval controls , automated scheduling & task management management ,” he says . “ We are doing this at a scale not seen before in any underground mining scenario , it ’ s a game changer .”
To change the game , Vedanta has recently inaugurated their Hindustan Zinc Collaboration Centre based at the company ’ s head office in partnership with OSIsoft and ABB to improve efficiency , safety and sustainability while enhancing value across
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