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Deep Automation

Deep Automation is Epiroc’s cutting-edge set of automation systems and applications, used to orchestrate loaders and trucks in underground mining operations. Developed with interoperability in mind and suitable for a variety of operation types - from small stoping to large block caving.

Explore a deeper level of mining, decision-making and collaboration.

By operating the machine from a control room located in a safe environment, the operator will not be exposed to hazardous areas within the mine.

Automation enables you to utilize your loader even when people are not allowed in the mine due to blasting and shift changes, which increases uptime and produced tonnes. Thanks to hauling on repeatable routes, your machine will have fewer wall hits and spend less time in the repair shop.

Adding automation to your fleet means reaching the full potential of your operation by controlling production assignments, fleet traffic, and work area access. This eliminates the risk of collisions in common drifts and enables a continuous operation.

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The easy route to Deep Automation

1. Simulate automation

Simulate before developing the mine or implementing automation solutions.

2. Set up the safety system

Peace of mind for operations at all levels. Knowing that safe access control is guaranteed.

3. Teach autonomous routes

Record, tune and teach routes to the smart machines.

4. Take control

Take control of safety, production assignments, and autonomous traffic in real-time.

Our automation solutions are configured using flexible systems of smart machines, operator stations, and interconnected safety barriers used to confine a production area. Deep Automation is Epiroc’s cutting-edge set of automation systems and applications, used to orchestrate your fleet.

The following machines can be used with Deep Automation

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Scooptram ST18 SG

Underground battery-electric loader with 18-tonne load capacity

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Scooptram ST14 SG

Scooptram ST14 SG

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Scooptram ST18 S

18 metric tonne loader for underground operations

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Scooptram ST14 S

Underground loader with 14-tonne load capacity

Scooptram ST7

Robust 6.8 metric tonne LHD

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Minetruck MT42 S

The Minetruck MT42 S is a high-speed, articulated underground truck with a 42-tonne load capacity.