Mining & Construction
Navigating the future of mining & construction with advanced engineering
At Plextek, we understand the critical role of technology in the mining & construction industries. Specialized in low SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) communication systems, custom-built radar, and sensing technology, we are committed to enhancing the safety, efficiency, and productivity of mining and construction operations. Our expertise spans a long history of providing robust technologies for extreme applications, solving challenges for harsh and unforgiving environments.
Our approach to mining & construction challenges
Safety upgraded
Safety is critical in mining & construction. Especially with the rise of autonomous vehicles, the landscape has changed, and new approaches need to be adopted to prevent accidents and keep your site safe. Our advanced technology can help reduce risk to people and assets, significantly improving safety. Collision avoidance systems, which could currently include LiDAR, camera, and ultrasonic technologies, can be upgraded to include mmWave radar technology which is more resilient to difficult conditions such as dust in the environment, radically enhancing safety onsite.
Efficiency and productivity
As your cutting-edge technology partner, Plextek can deliver custom solutions tailored to your needs. By harnessing the benefits of the digital workplace, using sensors and collecting data to improve operational efficiency in drilling and extraction or utilizing automation and robotics to optimize materials handling, our solutions are engineered to meet the demands of contemporary mining and construction operations.
Robust and reliable
We recognize the importance of adhering to strict industry regulations in the mining and construction industries and ensuring that technology operating in this field is able to withstand the harshness of the environment. We can customise our communication systems and radar technology for any scenario, and we are committed to ensuring that it is robust enough to reliably meet the challenging requirements of these sectors, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Commitment to innovation
Plextek has long been at the forefront of innovation in mmWave technology and radio communications. Investing in R&D allows both us and our clients to push the boundaries of what is possible, offering new and effective solutions as the industry evolves. Our goal is to support and enable your commitment to innovation, enabling you to obtain and keep a competitive advantage.
Why choose Plextek?
Plextek is well known for providing advanced technology solutions for challenging and harsh environments. Our award-winning work in the satellites & space sector demonstrates our long-standing commitment to solving complex engineering challenges.
Our approach balances innovation with practical, on-the-ground application, ensuring that new technologies not only meet current needs but also provide scalable benefits for the future of mining and construction.
With a focus on providing small, yet highly significant improvements in safety and efficiency, Plextek is committed to delivering solutions that align with your evolving requirements.
In the harsh and challenging environments of the global mining & construction industries, off-the-shelf solutions aren’t always suitable.Tom Kruczynski, Business Development Manager, Plextek
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