HINDUSTAN ZINC
must be reliable in providing constant data streams between underground and surface-level operations to provide a realtime picture of progress and predictive monitoring .
Operating these systems requires the expertise of technical professionals and data scientists to analyse mining operations for both efficiency and safety underground .
“ There is a lot of live streaming of data coming from the mines , and that data is analysed by data scientists to predict operations , forecast failures , and then carry out more predictive maintenance ,” Misra says .
The miner is also committed to the adoption of all-electric machinery for transport in and out of its mines as well as on-site loaders . Announcing this investment in July 2021 , Hindustan is funding a complete switch from diesel in alignment with its sustainability goals .
According to Misra , Normet has become well integrated into Hindustan Zinc ’ s operations . “ Normet is a very important partner for us because in mining , you can ’ t do everything by yourself . It requires a lot of supplies and support , for example , to carry explosives , charge the explosives ,” he explains .
“ You also need various utility vehicles , including those for carrying people in the underground mine , during the declining , and when dropping them at workspaces . Normet does a very good job of that , and we have also signed a memorandum of understanding for the supply and joint development of electric vehicles .”
As a ‘ win-win ’ scenario for both teams , Normet works with Hindustan ’ s dedicated executive team to map out new developments , treating the company as though it is less of a supplier and more a part of the business .
136 July 2022