Mining services provider BUMA offers comprehensive end-to-end services to its clients throughout Queensland. With a focus on safety and collaboration, the Company has rapidly expanded its use of operational technology in recent years, tailored to meet the unique requirements of each client and project. Jack Walker leads Operational Technology initiatives across BUMA sites, providing solutions and offering comprehensive support for technology incorporated into the day to day running of a site. “As a mining services provider we partner with our clients over the long term and our commitment is to deliver on their evolving objectives,” he says. BUMA’s scope and scale of operations are varied and dynamic, offering tailored mining service solutions to clients. These range from comprehensive

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BHP Billiton’s use of RPAS featured in The Weekend Australian

BHP Billiton has successfully deployed Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) technology, commonly referred to as ‘drones’ or ‘Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). In a recent article in The Weekend Australian, project leader Jason Wadsworth explains how the use of RPAS gives engineers and operators “better visibility about what is going on” across the mine site.

Mr Wadsworth highlights the safety and productivity benefits of the technology, as RPAS reduces the need for surveyors to enter the pit. The data captured with the system can also be used to check safety compliance and verify the site is working within its specifications.

Interestingly, Mr Wadsworth suggests that the use of RPAS is giving mine surveyors more cudos on site, lifting their profile to that of data managers.

If you are a subscriber to The Australian, you can read the full article here.