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Gold Fields seeks to improve safety and productivity amid harsh mining conditions
The Gold Fields Salares Norte project in the Atacama Desert of Chile is located among the highest peaks of the Andes mountains, at elevations surpassing 4,200 meters (13,780 feet). The altitude and remote location create a challenging and sometimes dangerous environment for mining operations. Gold Fields turned to ABB to help them create one of the most digitally connected mines in the world.
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Gold Fields seeks to improve safety and productivity amid harsh mining conditions
The Gold Fields Salares Norte project in the Atacama Desert of Chile is located among the highest peaks of the Andes mountains, at elevations surpassing 4,200 meters (13,780 feet). The altitude and remote location create a challenging and sometimes dangerous environment for mining operations. Gold Fields turned to ABB to help them create one of the most digitally connected mines in the world.
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“The digital aspect of this project is critical due to its remote location – the nearest town being Diego de Almagro, 180 km away – the altitude of the project, and adverse weather conditions, which make site access and fieldwork challenging…. ABB’s complete solution, with integrated engineering and remote operations technology, will enable us to build on our digital capability and overcome the particular challenges at Salares Norte.”
Max Combes, Project Director, Gold Fields