Mining Technology - Cat® Minestar

Boosting Efficiency Through Autonomous Dozing

Arch Coal is improving the consistency of its dozing operations at Black Thunder mine in the western United States with the implementation of Cat Command for dozing. Semi autonomous dozing allows one operator to control up to three machines.

Realizing the Benefits of Autonomous Haulage

The autonomous haulage system that Caterpillar developed in partnership with several of its largest mining customers has been successfully deployed for over five years, and users are now beginning to publicly share the scale of what autonomy is making possible in their operations.

Automating Drills for Site-wide Benefits

Few activities can benefit from implementing autonomy technologies as much as drilling. Accurate autonomous drilling and blasting helps make every other aspect of a mining operation smoother, safer and more productive.

Miners Get an Inside Look at Technology

Nearly 75 miners representing almost 25 global companies were recently given an inside look at Cat® technologies for mining during a two-day Mining Technology Demonstration & Program at the manufacturer’s Tinaja Hills Demonstration & Learning Center near Tucson, Arizona.

Updates on Cat Mining Technology

“We understand that our customers are looking for consistency across their operations, reductions in cost, getting the maximum output from all of their assets,” said Craig Watkins, a Caterpillar mining technology manager. “We’re committed to helping them use Cat technologies to achieve those goals."

Making Mining Automation a Reality

Mining automation has long been a dream for those in the industry. Caterpillar is making it happen in a big way - and continuing its journey to developing a fully autonomous mine site. Take a peek inside at the people, technology and innovation that are making this dream a reality

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