Smarter digital solutions from Epiroc

First published in bauma Preview - April 4, 2019

As part of its “A bit smarter” concept, Epiroc is launching digital solutions for smarter use of consumables.

The Swedish drilling equipment company says the new solutions will improve transparency and simplify planning, increasing availability and productivity for mining and construction companies.

“It is a big step towards bringing consumables to life,” said Fredrik Gabrielsson, programme manager connectivity at Epiroc.

The first solution, Smart Consignment, automatically monitors stock levels and related transactions.

“Keeping track of inventory levels and transactions helps us set up self-storage, giving customers full access to their own stock and an insurance that products are always available,” Gabrielsson added.

Smart Consignment comes with an app that digitalises the supply process and creates end-to-end transparency and traceability. The concept is initially designed for tophammer drilling in surface and underground applications.

The “A bit smarter” concept also includes Product Identification, which makes it possible to inform the rig which drill bit (or other consumable) is used at any given time. Product Identification is initially designed for rotary drilling in surface mining.