Mining Technology Readiness

4 CPD HOURS | LEVEL: INTERMEDIATE

Facilitator

Nathaniel Smith: Project Technical Manager, Finning. 8 years of experience supporting global mining technology implementation, including autonomous haulage projects at Teck Highland Valley Copper and Newmont Red Chris.

Abstract

To provide participants with experienced engagement on mining technology implementation considerations and framework for successful execution across operational business groups.

Learning Objectives

Foundational Technology Enablers: Infrastructure, WiFi/LTE, positioning systems, and equipment.
Site-Specific Fleet Characterization: Arrangement, legacy incorporation, and interoperability.
Project Impact Planning: Resource requirements, physical availability, and budgeting.
Life Cycle of Implementation: Execution, installation, calibration, and commissioning.
Training and Change Management: Awareness and maintenance planning.
Operational Handover: Initialization, cutover, and optimization strategies.
Run and Maintain: Hyper-care and critical sparing.
Support Strategies: Remote/direct support and role definition.
Future Upgrades: Framework and planning for additional technology layers.

Target Audience

Mine project teams, surface mine operators, maintenance/reliability teams, contract managers, HR, and sustainability leaders.

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