Introducing 3D models of the mining process

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Real-time view of underground mining operations

Sandvik continues to develop and enhance its advanced automation offerings. Transparency of the mining operation has long been a challenge. Sandvik OptiMine allows you to compare a mine model with the actual layout of your mine and enables continuous improvement in real time.

Sandvik OptiMine is a modular information management solution that offers a real-time view of underground mining operations. Suitable for all mining applications and the entire mobile fleet, including equipment supplied by other OEMs, the solution is designed to provide real-time tracking and production management tools for controlling both manual and automatic mining operations. Sandvik OptiMine® modules can be combined as needed to build up the required functionality and to optimize your mining operations. With open interfaces, the solution can also be integrated to other mine IT systems.

Based on the 3D scanning results, Sandvik OptiMine 3D Mine Visualizer brings a three-dimensional model of the mine layout directly. 3D mine visualization significantly enhances comprehension of large mining environments. One of the key benefits of 3D mine visualization is how it enables users to more effectively communicate and interpret data around the current situation and future plans for the mining environment.

Situational awareness is improved, as information about the mine can easily be studied and understood at a glance. 3D mine visualization is a valuable tool in operations planning, analyzing problematic areas and tracking mine development over time.