Sub-surface mining or underground mining refers to a group of techniques used for the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological materials from the earth. In contrast to the other main type of excavation, surface mining, sub-surface mining requires equipment and/or manpower to operate under the surface of the earth.
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As mining becomes intense, the demand for mechanization and highly productive, safe, efficient and cost effective machinery will increase, writes Shyamal Asangi in this report
Traditionally, the mining sector's recovery or deterioration can be seen in the uptake or slump in the sale of equipment such as earthmovers, excavators, backhoe loaders and dump trucks, among others.
Caterpillar®'s MINEGEM™ underground automation system is designed to enhance safety and boost operator efficiency and effectiveness in underground mining operations. The system can also have a significant impact through increased machine availability, decreased operating costs and extended machine life.
Underground Mining
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