Mine Site Technologies (MST) experienced great success at Expomin 2012 (April 9-13, 2012, Santiago, Chile).

Expomin 2012 drew thousands of visitors and exhibitors from over 36 countries. The MST stand was a primary destination for potential and existing communications network customers from all around South America. Attendees to the MST stand had the opportunity to speak with company experts regarding the latest innovations in mining communications technologies. MST’s advanced and unique approach with the One Network solution for mining communications was of particular interest to stand visitors.

Austrade (www.austrade.gov.au), which coordinated the Australian National Pavilion highlighted the fact that, “Australian Mining, Equipment, Technology Suppliers (METS) have a world class reputation in Chile. Key players in the Chilean mining industry have high expectations about the new products and services that will be exhibiting at the Australian National Pavilion at EXPOMIN.”

Mine Site Technologies was pleased to have had the opportunity to participate in this world class mining event and to have been a participating company in the Australian National Pavilion.

Article updated April 16, 2012

Mine Site Technologies focuses on providing communications equipment for the mining industry which enhances customer safety and productivity. At Mine Site Technologies safety is more than just a statement – safety is an integral part of the employee culture.

From the first day a new employee starts with the company to day they retire, they are surrounded with a focus on safety. Every major meeting starts with a safety discussion. Every board and region report highlights a safety topic and company reports feature a section on safety results. Every employee newsletter includes articles which highlight a safety focused lifestyle for work and at home. Safety is a focus that starts with the senior management and is vital throughout the organization – there is a genuine concern at all levels of the organization that every employee is working and living safely every day.

Mine Site Technologies employees are working in mining and industrial environments around the world every day and they log thousands of man-hours monthly. As a direct result of the “Safety First & Always” culture Mine Site Technologies can report that for calendar 2011 there were no lost time accidents within the global organization making 2011 the 22^nd consecutive year of a “zero harm” safety result. Lloyd Zenari, CEO, announced, “Our primary goal is “Home Safe” – ensuring that all of our people get home safely to their families, every day. We have and will always strive for zero-harm across our team.”

Following extensive evaluation and trials of various options for vehicle proximity detection systems to be installed on its underground mining equipment, a major mining customer in South Australia has selected the Mine Site Technologies (MST) proximity detection solution for its underground vehicle and personnel proximity technologies initiative. Included in the solution is the use of Mine Site Technologies’ ICCL (Integrated Communications Cap Lamp) with integrated RFID tracking tag and text and emergency messaging technology – messaging is sent to mine personnel using Mine Site Technologies’ PED through-the-earth communications system.

A primary focus for the customer is the safety of their personnel. In a statement issued by the customer they highlighted the fact that “the goal of this particular project is decreasing vehicle to vehicle and vehicle to pedestrian interaction”. Through the implementation of Mine Site Technologies proximity detection and ICCL communications options, the customer focus is on improved safety of haul truck and loader operations near personnel, light vehicles, and other heavy vehicles. They will also collect the interaction data for ongoing risk identification and minimization. In addition, use of the ICCL provides several safety benefits including the use of PED paging which provides a second means of personnel notification in the event of an emergency.

Installation and implementation of the Mine SiteTechnologies proximity detection system commenced in early-2012 and will be completed for full implementation mid-year. Replacement of existing cap lamps with the new ICCL’s will coincide with the installation and implementation of the proximity detection equipment. All cap lamps, checking stations, operator and support training will be completed and all systems are to be operational mid-2012.

Lloyd Zenari, CEO of Mine Site Technologies, stated, “The customer’s selection of the Mine Site Technologies proximity solution is yet another acknowledgement of the effectiveness of our mining purposed communications and tracking solutions. We focus on providing solutions which enhance safety and productivity – the two top priorities of our customers worldwide.”

Mine Site Technologies operates on six continents and continues to expand its reach throughout all of the primary mining regions of the world. As the global leader in mining communications a key to Mine Site’s ongoing success is the strength of employees and their dedication to a culture of safety and quality. It is of strategic importance that Mine Site Technologies’ continue to recruit individuals who are not only capable of making a contribution to corporate growth but also contribute to the strength of the corporate culture throughout the world.

Mine Site Technologies seeks individuals who have significant experience, industry knowledge, and the proven leadership skills which can support MST’s continued growth in targeted regions and areas of responsibility. As such Mine Site Technologies is pleased to announce that the following persons have joined the company:

• Igor Korolev has been appointed Vice President for Europe, Russia, and Central Asia (ERCA). Igor is responsible for creating and managing new sales and support operations and spearheading business development throughout Europe and Asia, including; Russia, Kazakhstan and Mongolia.
• Brian Musfeldt has joined MST’s USA operations as Vice President Finance. Brian is responsible for financial reporting, operational processes and procedures, financial reporting, and financial resolution of projects for MST in the United States.
• Max Leclerc has been appointed General Manager of LATAM (Latin American) operations based in the new MST office in Santiago, Chile. Max is responsible for driving sales and support of MST systems solutions throughout LATAM.
• Hendrik de Meyer has joined the MST team as Regional Manager – Africa.  Based in MST’s Johannesburg operations Hendrik is responsible for expanding MST’s foothold throughout Africa.

Lloyd Zenari, MST’s CEO commented, “We are confident that these individuals will make significant contributions and we are pleased to welcome them to the Mine Site Technologies team. Our success is in our ability to develop, supply, and service the best intelligent networks and applications in the industry and we are only able to do that because we have the best people in the industry to design, manufacture, deploy and maintain those products for our customers. I am very pleased that these individuals have decided to join us and I look forward their participation in our continuing success.”

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Mine Site Technologies (MST) is a global leader in providing communications solutions to the mining industry. We have 23 years of experience in the design, manufacture, and deployment of critical, high quality, systems for in-mine communications, equipment and personnel monitoring, and production support. We target safety in all environments where we operate and support our customers in maximizing their mine production.  Global headquarters for MST is located in Sydney, NSW, Australia with offices and service support centers strategically located on six continents. For additional information contact Kent Henschen, VP-Global Marketing & Communications, at k.henschen@minesite.us and telephone +1 720.633.3502. www.minesite.net .