UAV Mining Solutions

 

Our speciality is mining and our many years of experience within this industry enables us to provide the best possible service for our clients. We offer a range of mining solutions to address the varied requirements of diverse operations. What really sets us apart is that we go beyond just providing our clients with data, but also offer add on consulting services to validate, process, analyse and present this data in a usable format that the client can immediately benefit from.

 
 

DRIILL & BLAST

Pre-blast surveys provides the accuracy required to optimise the blast pattern and expedite the design, layout and blast planning processes. Post-blast surveys enable evaluation and detailed analysis of the blast. Accurate bench elevations, blasthole collar positions and blast block volumes can easily be determined from the pre-blast survey. The post-blast survey enables the collection of blast performance metrics including blast movement, cast profiles and muckpile volumes. We also offer fragmentation analysis of the muckpile using industry leading software systems, which enables significant downstream cost savings.

 
 

TAILINGS FACILITY MONITORING

Our tailings dam monitoring solution is based on the utilization of a combination of UAV and satellite radar mapping techniques. Through our association with SARMAP and our own expertise with UAV-based surveys, we have leveraged these two mapping platforms to provide a unique method of monitoring tailings dam wall structural stability, sedimentation rates, seepage and on-going dam construction.

 
 

EXPLORATION

Our regional and exploration surveys provide high definition orthophotos and digital elevation models of your project area as a fraction of the cost of manned aerial surveys. Hyperspectral imagery is also offered.

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THERMAL MONITORING 

Thermal imagery captured via our state of the art thermal cameras enables accurate and efficient thermal monitoring and management of open pits and large coal stockpiles.  Problem areas can quickly be identified and proactive measures executed in a timely fashion.

 
 

MINE SURVEYS

UAV based surveys provide a cost-effective solution for more accurate and frequent mine surveys without interruptions to normal operations. Inaccessible and dangerous areas can be safely surveyed resulting in complete survey coverage. Up to date pit and stockpile information enable improved short term planning and reconciliation with better operational decisions being made using this survey data.



 
 

GEOTECHNICAL ANALYSIS

High definition geotechnical surveys of pit high walls can be quickly and safely achieved using our close proximity UAVs. From the resulting 3D surface models and imagery, detailed geotechnical mapping can be carried out in a 3D environment. We also offer further geotechnical data analysis, rock mass classification and geotechnical reviews necessary for determining pit design parameters and slope stability monitoring requirements.

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HYDROLOGY

Detailed aerial topographical surveys enables the modelling of surface water flow and drainage design. Aerial surveys assist regional geology modelling which can also be used for groundwater modelling and pit inflow metrics.

 
 

ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING

Environmental monitoring can be carried out effectively via regular UAV surveys. Orthophotos and multispectral imagery provide valuable information on environmental impacts, plant stress, water contamination, tailings management and rehabilitation requirements.

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INDUSTRIAL INSPECTIONS 

Inaccessible locations on process plants, warehouses, conveyors or other infrastructure can easily and safely be inspected using aerial photos and videography.  Structural integrity and corrosion issues can quickly be identified. Thermal imagery can identify overheating conveyor systems or electrical components enabling preventative maintenance thereby reducing interruptions to production.