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Mining Company Overcoming Connectivity and Ergonomic Challenges in Harsh Mining Environments

In the demanding world of mining and tunneling, connectivity is crucial. Yet, achieving reliable network coverage in open-pit mines and underground sites is often hindered by environmental challenges like dust, heat, and remote access points. Our customized solution addresses these obstacles head-on, ensuring seamless and robust connectivity in even the toughest conditions.

In some countries, for example in South Africa, local laws dictate that field workers must be at least 100 meters away from the operational field vehicles (where they would usually have an Access Point). Field operators then experience weak signal to download or upload necessary information instantly, which could be quite costly and also dangerous especially for the drill and blast areas. 

THE CHALLENGE & PAIN POINTS

Weak WiFi signal limits working range, causing risks, errors, and delays

Harsh Conditions: Dust, heat, and sunlight interfere with standard devices, impacting usability and longevity.

Harsh Conditions: Wi-Fi access points are often distant, creating weak signals and workflow disruptions.

Ergonomics and Safety: Holding or carrying devices in challenging environments can lead to discomfort and inefficiency.

THE TAILORED SOLUTION

Customized Getac F110 Fully Rugged Tablet + Poynting External Antena + Tablet EX Gear Chest Pack

Rugged Design: Engineered to withstand dust, sunlight, and extreme conditions without compromising performance, it maintains operational integrity in the most demanding environments, ensuring longevity and reliability.

Device Customization: Adding an SMA connector to the Getac F110 through a customized I/O Port allows it to connect to a rugged external antenna.

External Antenna for Better Signal: Integrated with external Poynting OMNI-785 antennas, our tablet ensures robust data transmission over extended distances, even when Wi-Fi points are far apart, achieving seamless connectivity with consistent throughput, enhancing data accuracy and operational efficiency.

Spec and Select: For field data processing, these custom units can even be given a higher RAM or the Intel® Core i7 processor for 3D mapping, drilling plans, audit compliance, and more.

Ergonomic and Efficient Mobility: The solution is complemented by the Tablet EX Gear Chest Pack, which offers a secure, comfortable way to carry and use the tablet, optimizing productivity and reducing user fatigue.

THE RESULTS & BENEFITS

Uninterrupted mining connectivity leads to greater efficiency and safety

Enhanced Efficiency and Accuracy: Geological engineers can easily upload or download live measurements of drill hole deviation, spatial data, and rock formation variations, and access their GIS mapping equipment., facilitating precise execution of complex tasks in the field.

Proven Performance and Expanded Operational Range: Recent tests demonstrate improved wireless Range and faster data transmission rates under real-world conditions. The External antennas significantly increase connectivity distances, effectively doubling coverage compared to internal systems. A variety of directional and omnidirectional antennas ensure reliable Performance tailored to different mining applications.

Improved Safety, Productivity and Mobility: Getac’s rugged devices provide an uninterrupted connection for real-time data tracking, allowing for swift identification of potential hazards. the solution also allows for secure and comfortable tablet usage in strenuous environments.

A Total solution for Challenging Conditions: the integration of durable technologies ensures consistent network coverage, making them ideal for demanding mining environments.