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The VIP Module is actually a Data Logger, CPU and Wireless Bridge in a single unit, and forms the heart of the on-board VIP system
The ImPact Vehicle Intelligence Platform (VIP) is an enabling technology that simplifies data transfer to and from equipment. VIP is a vehicle monitoring and control system that can allow on-board Payload, Electric Motor and Engine Diagnostics monitoring to be seamlessly transferred in real-time to enterprise or mine management systems. Combined with tracking, utilizing the same digital infrastructure, VIP becomes an even more powerful management and productivity solution.
Mining companies are realising the value they can unlock from existing business through having access to relevant Real Time Information. Real Time Information fed to appropriate management systems enable end users to automate operational decision making. An automated decision making process can be faster and more accurate when compared to reliance on human data input and/or decision making that is prone to a multitude of errors and biases. In addition human decision making is reliant on the individual being available at the appropriate time.
An example is to install a VIP module into continuous miners and shuttle cars to log power and motor information that is uploaded in real-time into the mine’s network. Data quality is reliable and accurate, overcoming many shortcomings associated with the use of power line modems. VIP modules are also installed in transformers and DCB’s to monitor power useage in real time.
Real-Time data from underground Equipment contribute to reliability and productivity
MST’s ‘Vehicle Intelligence Platform’ (VIP) is a cost effective step in addressing needs such as the one discussed before. The VIP solution transmits production and diagnostics related data such as payload, location, vital vehicle diagnostics etc to mine management/ERP systems through wireless Ethernet communication. The VIP solution provides real time diagnostic data that enables predictive maintenance to be performed and real time, accurate production monitoring and management.
Reverse Tracking
TRACKER is an asset tracking solution offered by MST to generate information that enables individual personnel and vital machinery to be located instantly. By simply placing Self Contained RFID Tags at strategic points in the mine then true location of a machine is always known. Though more often used in hard rock mines at draw points and ore passes, Reverse Tracking can also be useful in coal mines where precise and activity associated with that location are required.
Hence solutions such as VIP and TRACKER provide benefits that directly impacts Asset Availability and hence provide a greater Return on Assets (ROA).
The amount of data flow in a mine has increased exponentially due to the increased level of remote monitoring and automation being used in modern mines. Condition Based Monitoring techniques have made advanced maintenance methods such as predictive maintenance a reality in other industries. However the mining industry is still lagging in terms of realising those benefits. The main limiting factor has been due to generic industrial networks not offering the same level of reliability as those required in the mining industry.
The VIP Platform information collected from the various onboard vehicles, trucks and underground vehicles systems is stored on a dedicated SQL Database. This information is
then made available on the MST VIP Application Software.
The information provided includes:
Payload: Weights, cycles, individual and total fleet loads,
daily, weekly.
Engine & System Diagnostics: Engine, Transmission, Operator usage, Alarms.
Alarms: System Alerts, Pre Set Alarms
History: Historical Reporting data records
Multiple Systems: The VIP User interface facilitates the ability to combine multiple vehicles and multiple vehicle manufacturer systems into the one application screen.
Enterprise API’s: The VIP User Interface provides seamless integration into external Mine Management, Enterprise and Reporting Systems via generic API’s.
Remote Access: System Viewer available for Remote Access via web browser.