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LEOPARD DI650I IDRILL PACKAGES: DESIGNED TO MATCH YOUR NEEDS
LeopardTM Di650i iDrill Packages: Designed To Match Your Needs
New iDrill automation packages for Leopard™ DI650i are designed to match your automation needs. iDrill automation complements existing automated drilling functionalities with several new features such as drilling stabilization, automated collaring, automated cleaning and detaching from hole.
The result is an optimized iDrill drilling cycle where the operator only needs to monitor the process.
The iDrill automation matches seamlessly with AutoMine® Surface Drilling to enable fully autonomous Leopard™ DI650i fleet operation from a control room.
iDRILL PERFORMANCE
Check - Full cycle one hole drilling automatics with iClean.
iDRILL NAVIGATION
Optimized for customers who are looking for automated operator supporting functions in cabin operation-based drilling or ease of operation with full radio remote control use, equipped with highaccuracy TIM3D Drill Navigation System (DNS).
AUTOMINE® LINE-OF-SIGHT
Optimized for customers looking for automated operator supporting functions in line-of-sight tele-remote operations, powered by AutoMine®.
Check - Tele-remote operation up to 3 drills by one operator.
AUTOMINE® CONTROL ROOM
Optimized for customers looking for high-end automated control room-based teleremote operation, powered by AutoMine®.
Check - iDrill drilling cycle functionalities; automatic stabilization for drilling and detachment from the hole.
AUTOMINE® AUTONOMOUS
Optimized for customers looking for high-end automated control roombased fully autonomous hole-to-hole tramming, powered by AutoMine®.
Check - Autonomous operation. Hole-to-hole planning and tramming tools for drilling sequence.
Leopard™ Di650i: Time For A New Leader
Leopard™ DI650i offers long-term productivity and superior stability: trustworthy and robust main components integrated with the latest technical solutions.
The new Leopard™ has been designed for scalable automation, easy maintenance, and efficient operation. The new iCab offers the most silent and ergonomic cabin in DTH drill rig. The cabin is spacious, silent, and safe. Also, iCab is designed to provide clear and improved visibility to the drilling area.
TECHNICAL DATA
Efficiency and Cost-Reduction: QES Technology Philippines, Inc. Commitment to Mining Industry through Complete Mining Solutions
By Engr. Paula Angeline Bacani
The mining sector continues an optimistic performance for year 2022. As early as Q1 2022, the metallic mineral production value kicked off the year with a 36.21% or PhP12.92 billion growth from PhP35.69 billion in Q1 2021 to PhP48.61 billion.” [1] The steady growth of the industry is indicated by the opening of new metal mines, mostly Nickel mines, and the expansion of existing mines.
With the increasing production of Nickel Ore, QES Technology Philippines, Inc. has been a longestablished partner of these mines on complete mining solutions from: [I] Geological Exploration on sales and service of handheld XRF and analyzers. [II] Sample Preparation on sales and service of crushers, pulverizers, presses, fusion machines, grinding machines, milling machines, drying ovens, etc. [III] Laboratory Solutions on sales and service of XRF, the benchmarked Spectro XEPOS, KF moisture analyzer, Auto-Titrator, lab consumables, and furniture/fixtures. And [IV] Environmental Monitoring for Compliance on sales of air quality and water quality monitoring systems.
For year 2022, QES Technology Philippines, Inc. shares this another record-breaking sale of 14 (as of October 2022) laboratory XRF units to our clients, partners, and customers on the Mining Sector.
Committed to quality and higher efficiency, QES not only supply analyzers but also help its partners solve challenges on costly maintenances of heavy mining equipment. This year’s #QESInAction held product presentations and exhibits on mining areas in Cagayan, Zambales, Palawan, Camarines Norte, and Surigao introducing its New Mining Solution: The Spectro Scientific On-Site Fluid Analysis. Machine condition monitoring based on oil analysis is a mandatory maintenance practice for the Mining Equipment Fleet.
The Spectro Scientific On-Site Fluid Analysis is a solution for common challenges on site such as: [I] Remote Sites wherein it can be difficult to rely on outside lab analysis for oil testing because it takes long and by the time it’s determined there is a problem, there has been a major breakdown already. [II] Harsh Environments where mining equipment operate in conditions that are hard on the components and exposes the vehicles to large amounts of particulate contamination and debris that damage the hydraulics and gears. Constant monitoring of oil condition will prevent unexpected breakdowns. [III] Expensive Oil drains for large vehicles. Oil drain interval can be extended safely as long as the oil condition is at continuous monitoring. Reducing the number of oil drains required per vehicle even by just one time per year can significantly generate savings across a fleet for large mining vehicles. [IV] High Repair Costs. Oil analysis will help identify potential problems early – before they undergo breakdowns and costly repairs. Large mining equipment fleet can be enormously expensive to repair so mitigating a small problem before it becomes a breakdown will be a huge cost savings. [V] Downtime of Vehicles Impacts Revenue when a vehicle is unavailable due to mechanical problems it means it is not available to provide necessary service and will impact the revenue generating service it provides.
Since equipment in the Mining Industry is frequently exposed to extreme environmental and working conditions, this new mining solution promoted by QES is an effective oil analysis program that keep these important assets in operation by reducing unexpected failures and costly unscheduled downtimes, thus effectively induces cost-cutting on operations.
To assure partners continuous growth, QES joins the 2022 6th CARAGA Mining Symposium and 68th Annual National Mine Safety and Environment Conference as exhibitor and organizes related technical webinars. You may scan below to visit/join their official Facebook group to keep update on their incoming webinars. Demo room is located at Unit 507, Page 1 Building, Acacia Avenue, Madrigal Business Park, Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa, 1780 Metro Manila, Philippines.
For inquiries and consultations, you may directly message: qtpmarketing@qesnet. com or visit www. qesnet.com
Reference:
[1] Retrieved October 2022 from https://mgb.gov. ph/attachments/ article/1197/Q1%20 2022%20Metallic%20 Review.pdf
Taganito Mining wins national TESDA ‘Kabalikat Award’
CLAVER, Surigao del Norte -- Taganito Mining Corporation (TMC) has been chosen as this year’s TESDA Kabalikat Award recipient, a recognition given annually to agency partners with demonstrated track record in helping equip Filipinos with employable, specialized skills.
TMC is one of the only two regional qualifiers for the coveted award, and the only regional contender in the Industry Sector category. It was also the first time for the company to be nominated for the award, courtesy of the TESDA Surigao del Norte office.
Award finalists include entities from the local government units (LGUs), the legislative branch, the national government-owned and controlled corporations (GOCCs), non-government organizations (NGOs), private businesses and companies, and local and international organizations.
In winning the national award, TMC has been cited in developing, enhancing, and implementing training programs that have resulted in better employability of Filipino skilled workers.
In particular, TMC has earned praises for its TESDA-aligned programs such as the communitybased training for Heavy Equipment Drivers and Operators, as well as its various livelihood programs benefiting the residents of Claver and neighboring areas.
Similarly, the company has won plaudits for its in-house skills training program, tech-voc scholarships and apprenticeship programs, and other skills enhancement training and assessments that have made it possible for graduates to obtain their National Certificate.
Likewise, the TMC Training and Assessment Center (TMC-TAAC) has been providing free assessments to both employees and contractor’s workers.
TMC’s accreditation as an assessment center enabled its certified workers to be accredited assessors in the province, resulting in an increase in the number of certified workers in the local construction sector.
In addition, TESDA credited TMC with having surpassed the required minimum total score for training, investment in TVET either through the procurement of training tools and equipment, the allocation for scholarship, donations made to communities to promote and support TVET through livelihood skills training, especially to priority barangays identified as peace-challenged barangays.
These programs and initiatives, the agency said, contributed to advancement of technical education in Surigao del Norte.
By Mark Adrian D. Lenon
Mining is entering a new era. This phase, known as Mining 4.0, recognizes the role of digital transformation in sustainable mining operations. With more affordable and simpler solutions to monitor plant assets, it has become viable for mining companies to assert total control over their operations.
Emerson practises a “HumanCentred” approach to innovation. In this light, the company ensures that its solutions eliminate unnecessary work, reduce complexity, and embed knowledge for the benefit of less-experienced workers.¹ Hence, end-users of all skill levels can utilise an ever-changing technology landscape.
Human-Centred Design is applied in Emerson’s AMS Asset Monitor. As an edge device, the AMS Asset Monitor utilises pervasive sensing (sensors) to determine asset condition and embedded prescriptive analytics (built-in analytics) to provide user-friendly results. Combined, these features enable operators to make data-driven decisions without complication.
The benefits of automated monitoring using the AMS Asset Monitor far outweigh manual monitoring programs. Since field data is collected and diagnosed before prompt delivery, operators already receive actionable data. Using these insights, asset reliability can be maximised. Furthermore, mining companies can take relief knowing that the AMS Asset Monitor is also a simple and cost-effective way to monitor balance of plant equipment. When scaled properly, sustainable plant operations can be achieved.
Rotating machinery is one of the areas where the AMS Asset Monitor proves to be crucial. Since motors are used in various processes, predictive and planned maintenance are needed to avoid a potential downtime. Additionally, in-depth investigations can be done using the Emerson Peak View Plus software, which is capable of distinguishing between failure types and providing valuable insights.
Data-driven decisions are vital to ensure reliability across plant assets. In partnering with Emerson, mining operators can utilise assets running at peak efficiency to achieve long-term sustainability goals. Emerson products are available through Integral. As a designated Local Business Partner of Emerson, Integral provides world-class solutions. Apart from connecting customers to Emerson’s products and expertise, Integral also offers a variety of services for clients located in the Philippines.
For more information about Emerson and available local services, customers may contact Integral through the following: PLDT Landline (+632) 8696-3634, (+632) 75763716, and (+632) 7373-8453; GLOBE Mobile (+63) 917-851-7716; and SMART Mobile (+63) 939-907-0967 and (+63) 943-708-5400. Website access is available through https:// www.integralindustrial.com.ph/.
AMS Asset Monitor in the field
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ROBIT: THE COMPANY FOR DRILLING CONSUMABLES
Robit is a strongly internationalized· growth co·mpany, servicing global customers and selling drilling consumables for applications in underground and surface mining, construction, geo-technicar and well drilling.
The company’s offering is divided into three product and application groups: Top Hammer, Dqwn the Hole and Geotechnical. Robit emphasizes that it is a global company specializing in selling drilling consumables via its comprehensive distribution network in the global market.
Robit has its own sales and service points in eight countries as well as ·an active dealership network through which it sells to more than 100 countries. Manufacturing units are located in Finland, South Korea, Australia, and the UK and shares are listed on NASDAQ Helsinki Ltd.
Robit is· exclusively distributed by Uptime Earthmoving Solutions, Inc. in the Philippines.
For product inquiries, you may reach us through the following:
Land line: +632 8 687 1000 lac 397
Mobile: Globe: 0915 069 2676
Smart: 0949 137 4108
Facebook: www.facebook. com/UptimeEarthmovingPH
Office: Unit D, 10th fir., CyberOne Bldg., 11 Eastwood Ave., Bagumbayan, Q.C
For Robit product and company videos, you may visit www.youtube.com/user/RobitLtd
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Delivering solutions that drive sustainability, improve competitiveness, and maintain effective operations across the mine life cycle→
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– Technical feasibility study – Enabling infrastructure and facility planning and design – Hydrogeological assessment – Mine water management study and design – Tailings storage facility planning and design – Major project delivery management – Mine closure and rehabilitation planning
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– Site investigations – Slope stability study - soil and rock slopes – Foundation investigation and design – Specialist analysis – Pavements and tunnels – Construction and earthworks technical support – Instrumentation and monitoring – Aerial photograph interpretation (API) and remote sensing methods – Geological mapping and geophysics – Comprehensive intrusive investigations – Difficult access investigations – Engineering Geological and Geohazard
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– Feasibility study – Concept and detailed engineering design – Regulatory approvals support – Power system studies – Substation planning and design – Instrumentation and control design – Owner’s engineer/Lender’s engineer role – Engineering, procurement, and construction management
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Let’s make every journey Smoother and Better, Together with Caltex
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ADVISORY PANEL FORMED TO IRON OUT POLICIES IN ENERGY SECTOR
Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Raphael Lotilla has announced that the agency has formed a law and energy advisory panel that will address the challenges and bottlenecks in the regulatory framework in the energy sector.
In a virtual press conference, Lotilla said DOE has pooled senior legal advisers, which include retired Chief Justices Artemio Panganiban and Reynato Puno who will serve as private citizens and will not assume any public office.
Legal advisors from the private sector are also joining the advisory group, he added.
“The functions of the law and energy advisory panel include advising the department on various energy-related reform initiatives and legal matters, including promotion of indigenous as well as low-carbon sources,” the DOE chief said.
Lotilla said for the initial discussions of the panel, the legal advisors will tackle legal matters in the upstream oil and gas sector in general and the Malampaya-Camago project.
Earlier, Lotilla said President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. directed the agency to ensure a certain, stable, and clear regulatory framework to address uncertainties in the legal environment for investments in the upstream industry and also to create a better investment climate.
“In order to attract sufficient investment for that, we need to be able to clearly indicate what are the policies of the government… These are the things that have motivated the department, particularly myself, to benefit from the wisdom and experience of our senior legal advisers.”
“Because whatever we are going to propose to the President and Congress will have fundamental effects on the lives of our people not only (in) the present but also in future generations,” he said.
Energy Secretary Raphael Lotilla
