ABB, Schneider Electric, and Siemens and the Rise of Smart Mines

Enhancing Mining Efficiency and Safety Through Electrification and Smart Control

ABB's mining solutions are widely recognized, covering areas such as mine electrification, mill control, smart monitoring, and remote operation.

For example, ABB's Ability™ MineOptimize digital platform is helping numerous mines achieve real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance of equipment, significantly reducing downtime for critical equipment such as crushers and mills. At a world-class copper mine in Chile, ABB installed its GMD (Gearless Mill Drive) system, enabling a 40-foot (approximately 12-meter) tall giant mill to operate with exceptional stability and output, significantly increasing processing capacity. ABB's electric drive systems are also being integrated into underground mining vehicles, supporting the industry's transition to low-emission and ultimately zero-emission operations.

Enhancing Mining Performance Through Digitalization and Energy Optimization

Schneider Electric possesses exceptional capabilities in energy management and automation. Leveraging its EcoStruxure™ mining platform, mines can centrally analyze energy consumption, process control, and equipment data, enabling system-level optimization.

In a large iron ore project in Australia, Schneider Electric provided intelligent medium-voltage switchgear, a SCADA system, and a remote control center, achieving unified monitoring from the mine pit to the concentrator. With EcoStruxure, the mine's overall energy consumption was reduced by more than 10%, and equipment reliability was significantly improved. Furthermore, Schneider Electric's variable frequency drives (VSDs) and intelligent power distribution systems are widely used in crushing, grinding, pumping, and conveying operations, improving stability while reducing energy waste.

Building the Mine of the Future with Digital Twins and Intelligent Systems

Siemens is a global leader in digital twin technology, industrial automation platforms, and high-performance mining drive systems. Its SIMATIC PCS 7 process control system serves as the central automation platform for numerous large mining operations, covering processes such as crushing, conveying, grinding, and smelting.

At the LKAB underground iron ore mine in Sweden, Siemens deployed an intelligent ventilation system based on digital twin technology that dynamically adjusts airflow according to personnel movement and equipment activity. This system significantly reduces ventilation energy consumption—a major cost in underground mining. Siemens gearless conveyor drives and long-distance conveying systems have also been installed in copper and gold mines in South America and Africa, enabling continuous transport of over 10 kilometers, reducing truck usage, and improving overall safety and sustainability. The MindSphere IoT platform further supports predictive maintenance, remote monitoring, and production optimization of mining assets.

Solutions and Support

The combined offerings from ABB, Schneider, and Siemens provide

mining operations with a comprehensive ecosystem of solutions and

ongoing support that enables continuous improvement across the

entire value chain. Their technologies span electrification, automation,

digital platforms, and lifecycle services—ensuring that mines not only

implement advanced systems but also maintain long-term reliability

and performance. Moore Automate's warehouse maintains a large

inventory of ABB, Schneider, and Siemens products. Feel free to contact us for quotes.
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