TRANSFORMING MINING OPERATIONS WITH SIMUL8

MINITAB HAS DEVELOPED AN INNOVATIVE SOLUTION TO HELP MINERS INCREASE EFFICIENCY, REDUCE COSTS AND MEET REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS.

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Today's digital era is enabling mining companies to gain a greater understanding of their operations.

Solutions from software providers such as Minitab are providing the accurate and datadriven insights required to boost efficiency, reduce costs and ensure the environmental compliance of a mine site.

Stockpile management plays a crucial role in maintaining production flow and avoiding costly bottlenecks. This is where Simul8 works its magic.

Simul8 senior consultant Christoph Werner told Australian Mining just how the simulation software works.

"Mining companies are looking at how they can manage stockpiles to prevent excessive build-up," Werner said.

"By testing different truck schedules and investment strategies, they can ensure stockpiles remain within optimal levels while also meeting environmental requirements."

The ability to simulate various scenarios helps mining companies make adjustments in real time, rather than reacting to problems after they occur.

Digital twin technology is making this process even more precise. By creating a digital twin of stockpile operations and feeding it live data, mining companies can predict future challenges and adjust operations accordingly.

"We can create a digital twin of the stockpile operations and feed it with live data," Werner said. "This allows us to run what-if scenarios and adjust operations dynamically instead of reacting after problems arise."