New generation mine hoist system launched
Global technology company ABB has introduced its new standardised hoist control system that it says will enable mining companies to achieve maximum performance and safety of hoist operations.
The company states that its Ability NGX Hoist Control brings new levels of reliability, flexibility and ease of use to smaller companies on greenfield projects or upgrades, and can also help larger companies reduce costs and improve efficiencies through standardisation of control systems.
The system is designed to be adaptable to any type of hoist and can be used in upgrade projects, replacing third-party control systems. The NGX Hoist Operating Station features ergonomic and human factors engineering guidelines and is based on human-machine interface insights, aimed at offering modern and intuitive operator interface.
It can be integrated with other ABB technologies including ABB Ability Safety Plus for hoists – a fully SIL 3 certified hoist solution, and is also compatible with digital monitoring service ABB Ability Performance Optimization for hoists which continuously track the status of a mine hoist to improve uptime, availability, performance and productivity.
“With ABB Ability NGX Hoist Control mine operators benefit from more flexibility and an improved user experience, including round-the-clock support and the ability to manage hoists for greater optimization. By implementing the same control system across plants OPEX can be further improved,” said ABB global product line manager for hoisting Oswald Deuchar.
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