Applications of Crack Detectors in Mining Industry

Overview

The mining industry, encompassing extraction, processing, and transportation of minerals, is a crucial sector that forms the backbone of various industrial processes. It involves complex operations, machinery, and infrastructure to extract valuable resources from the earth. Mining projects range from surface mines to underground operations, each presenting unique challenges in terms of safety, structural integrity, and environmental impact. The use of advanced technologies is essential to monitor and maintain the integrity of structures within the mining industry.

Depending on specific features and functions, GAO Tek’s crack detectors are sometimes referred to as crack inspection devices, structural integrity assessment tools, crack monitoring systems, defect detection instruments, fault line sensors, fracture detection equipment, crack evaluation tools, structural health monitoring devices, fault assessment instruments, and crack analysis sensors.

GAO Tek’s crack detectors have the following applications in the mining industry:

Structural Health Monitoring (SHM): GAO’s crack detectors play a crucial role in SHM systems for mining structures. Real-time monitoring helps assess the health of mining infrastructure, including tunnels, shafts, and supporting structures.
Early Detection of Defects: Identifying cracks and defects in their early stages is vital for mining safety. GAO Tek’s crack detectors contribute to early detection, enabling timely repairs and preventing structural failures.
Quality Control in Mining Structures: GAO Tek’s detectors are utilized to ensure that mining structures meet rigorous quality standards. They verify the integrity of materials and construction, reducing the risk of structural issues and ensuring safe mining operations.
Preventive Maintenance: GAO Tek’s crack detectors assist in implementing preventive maintenance strategies in the mining industry. Early identification of structural issues helps extend the lifespan of mining structures and reduces overall maintenance costs.
Infrastructure Management: In large mining operations with extensive networks of structures, GAO’s detectors aid in managing and maintaining infrastructure efficiently. This ensures the safety and reliability of mining facilities.
Assessment of Environmental Impact: GAO Tek’s Crack detectors assess the impact of environmental factors such as ground movement, blasting, and seismic activity on mining structures. This information is crucial for maintaining the structural integrity of mining facilities.
Research and Development: GAO Tek’s detectors contribute to materials science and engineering research in the mining industry. They provide valuable data on how different materials perform under the extreme conditions present in mining environments.
Insurance and Risk Assessment: GAO Tek’s detectors provide objective data for insurance companies and risk assessors, aiding in the evaluation of mining structures and determining insurance premiums.
Compliance with Regulations: Mining projects must adhere to strict safety and environmental regulations. GAO Tek’s crack detectors assist in ensuring compliance by identifying structural issues that may violate these standards.

More information on crack detectors and their applications in other industries can be found on this page

Structural Crack Detectors

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GAO Tek’s targeted markets are North America, particularly the U.S., Canada.

Complying with Mining Industry Standards

GAO Tek’s crack detectors comply or help our customers comply with the mining industry standards such as:

MSHA
ISRM
ANSI
ISO
CSA S478
BS EN 1992
BS EN 1993

Complying with Government Regulations

GAO Tek’s crack detectors comply or help our customers comply with the U.S. government regulations such as:

Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) Guidelines
EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Regulations
DOT (Department of Transportation) Standards

GAO Tek’s crack detectors comply or help our clients comply with the Canadian regulations such as:

Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) Guidelines
CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety) Regulations
Environment and Climate Change Canada Standards
Transport Canada Regulations
Provincial and Territorial Mining Regulations

Case Studies of Crack Detectors in Mining Industry

Crack detectors are sometimes called as damage detection systems, structural anomaly sensors, crack evaluation instruments, defect recognition devices, fracture analysis tools, anomaly detection systems, damage assessment instruments, structural fault detectors, crack identification sensors, and material integrity monitoring devices.

Here are some practical examples of using crack detectors in mining industry:

During the development of a new underground mine in Nevada, crack detectors were employed to monitor the stability of rock formations and identify potential issues in the mine’s structural integrity. The detectors successfully identified and tracked any developing cracks, allowing for timely intervention and ensuring the safety of the mining infrastructure.

In a copper mining project in British Columbia, crack detectors were utilized to assess the structural health of critical components in the ore processing facility. The detectors provided real-time data on the development of cracks in concrete and steel structures, aiding in proactive maintenance and preventing potential failures.

Crack detectors played a crucial role in a gold mine expansion project in Alaska. The detectors monitored the integrity of newly constructed underground tunnels, identifying any structural issues such as cracks or deformations. This real-time monitoring facilitated immediate corrective actions, contributing to the overall safety and durability of the mining infrastructure.

In a potash mining operation in Saskatchewan, Crack detectors were employed to assess the stability of underground caverns used for storage. The detectors continuously monitored the cavern walls for any signs of structural compromise, allowing the mining company to implement preventive measures and avoid potential collapses.

Crack detectors were instrumental in a diamond mining project in the Northwest Territories of Canada. The detectors were utilized to monitor the structural integrity of the mine’s surface facilities, including processing plants and storage structures. The early detection of cracks enabled the mining company to address issues promptly, ensuring the continuous and safe operation of the mining site.

GAO RFID Inc. RFID Hardware, a sister company of GAO Tek Inc., is ranked as a top 10 RFID supplier in the world. Its RFID, BLE, and IoT products have also been widely used in the mining industry.

Construction Industry | RFID Solutions

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Mining, Oil Production & Gas Extraction RFID Solutions

Use of Crack Detectors with Leading Software and Cloud Services in Mining Industry

GAO Tek has used or has facilitated its customers to use GAO’s crack detectors with some of the leading software and cloud services in their applications. Examples of such leading software and cloud services include:

MineSight
Surfer
Datamine
Maptek Vulcan
Deswik
Leapfrog
GEOVIA Surpac
RPMGlobal
Hexagon Mining
Carlson Mining
Micromine
Snowden Supervisor
Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA
RPMGlobal HAULSIM
Bentley MineCycle

GAO Tek’s crack detectors and their applications in other industries are listed at this page

Structural Crack Detectors

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Complying with Customer Demands

Large Choice of Products

In order to satisfy the diversified needs of their corporate customers, GAO Tek Inc. and its sister company GAO RFID Inc. together offer a wide choice of testing and measurement devices, network products, RFID, BLE, IoT, and drones.

Fast Delivery

To shorten the delivery to our customers, GAO has maintained a large stock of its products and is able to ship overnight within the continental U.S. and Canada from the nearest warehouse.

Local to Our Customers

We are located in both the U.S. and Canada. We travel to customers’ premises if necessary. Hence, we provide a very strong local support to our customers in North America, particularly the U.S., Canada. Furthermore, we have built partnerships with some integrators, consulting firms and other service providers in different cities to further strengthen our services. Here are some of the service providers in mining industry we have worked with to serve our joint customers:

Trimble
RPMGlobal
Deswik
MineWare
Carlson Mining
Maptek
Snowden
Hexagon Mining
Dassault Systèmes GEOVIA
RPMGlobal HAULSIM
Bentley Systems
MICROMINE

GAO has Many Customers in Mining Industry

The products from both GAO Tek Inc. and GAO RFID Inc. have been widely used in the mining industry by many customers, including some leading companies. Here is more information on applications of GAO RFID Inc.’s products in the mining industry.

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Manufacturing Industry | RFID Solutions

Mining, Oil Production & Gas Extraction RFID Solutions

Here are some of GAO’s customers in mining industry: