SA Mining Jan/Feb 2024 Edition

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UNDERGROUND MINING CORPORATE PROFILE

ENSURING COMMUNICATION DURING UNDERGROUND RESCUE OPERATIONS In instances of underground rescue, a vital part of the operation lies in ensuring effective communications between the rescue marshals below, and those on the surface. During any disaster and the subsequent rescue operations, clear and effective communication is one of the most vital requirements. In particular, the communication between the rescue operation manager underground and

the rescue operation manager on the surface needs to be carried out without a hitch. This is why a dedicated line for the SWAR-2EX system is so crucial. The SWAR-2EX solution is a revolutionary wireless communication system that is equally capable of ensuring safety during mining rescue operations and facilitating temporary tasks with unmatched efficiency. Designed to deliver underground communication excellence, the SWAR-2EX solution enables seamless connectivity and dynamic performance in every aspect of underground mining. This is because the technology offers a range of critical features that help deliver this performance, including rapid deployment, as the system can be deployed without the need for fixed installations, specialised equipment, or permanent power supply. Other features encompass temporary wireless communications specially designed for temporary applications – making them ideal for rescue operations, shaft works, ventilation tasks, installation of mining

machinery, and communications during blasting operations – and lightweight battery nodes of just 250g or 500g in size. This allows for flexible and quick deployment at distances of up to 50m. These nodes, in turn, enable the easy creation of branches and loops, without disrupting the overall network, providing adaptability to various layouts. The system also includes portable radios, equipped with additional features like search functions, immobility alarms, and remote sirens, all of which help enhance its utility in rescue operations. Additionally, the system includes a base station for rescue operations. This enables a connection setup with surface headquarters, the monitoring of network status, locating radios, and the capability of issuing simultaneous commands to all squads. Currently deployed at the world’s largest silver mine, the SWAR-2EX rescue communication system is used by all emergency services at this site, and – thanks to its proven success in the field – is now being implemented for communication on multiple mining fronts.

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