Industry 4.0 + IIoT: Products + services
Enabling integrated digital mine management
the system to be used in mine design and future planning. In keeping with the global commitment to improve sustainability, environmental, social and governance (ESG) compliance are integrated into the platform. The energy monitoring module, for example, records consumption at substation level, generates billing and e§iciency reports and supports operational strategies that minimise waste. Ventilation control and haulage optimisation reduce unnecessary power consumption and extend the service life of equipment. Preventive and predictive maintenance limit costly downtime and reduce premature equipment replacement, contributing to resource e§iciency in mining operations. Workforce wellbeing is a central feature of Smartflow. The telemetry module collects information on equipment operation and operator behaviour, identifying misuse or fatigue and ensuring training needs are met. Vital signs monitoring can also be integrated into the so¤ware, to support safer working conditions where these may be compromised and enabling rapid response to health incidents. To enhance safety on site, the collision awareness system adds another layer of protection, using Wi-Fi and Bluetooth to detect personnel and vehicles and provide early warnings of potential accidents. Other features also support safety in mining operations. Smartflow is currently in use across underground and surface sites in mines around the world. Becker Mining says future developments are focusing on additional modules and expanded ESG applications. The company o§ers customised solutions to meet the needs of each mine. Additionally, the team o§ers technical advisory, repair, test and backup services throughout Africa, as well as a specialised consulting, training and support facility to ensure optimum e§iciency of equipment and safety for workers.
Becker Mining South Africa has launched Smartflow®, an agnostic integrated so¤ware platform that connects hardware systems, communications networks and operational processes into a single mine management
solution. It brings together IoT-enabled monitoring, safety devices and production data, providing operators with real-time oversight of underground and surface operations through a 3D web-based interface. Smartflow can track personnel, vehicles, energy use, ventilation and haulage. The so¤ware applies predictive
The Tracking and Location Module monitoring vehicles and personnel inside the mine.
analytics to support timely decision-making. By merging data into a unified digital environment, the platform helps to improve e§iciency, reduce
downtime and enhance occupational safety. The modular Smartflow structure is designed for interoperability, allowing for easy integration with Becker Mining systems and specific other mining equipment. Modules range from location and tracking, collision awareness and dispatch management to monitoring energy usage and ventilation, leaky feeder systems, telemetry and haulage control. Each module can operate independently or as part of the connected Smartflow platform, providing flexibility for di§erent mining conditions. The advanced engineering module enables
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Getting the right data to the right place at the right time
Emerson’s Environment changes that. More than a gateway, DeltaV Edge Environment enables OT and IT to connect securely to all DeltaV data and make it available across the enterprise, without disrupting control system integrity. Combining DeltaV Edge with tools like AspenTech Inmation™, users can: - Deliver contextualised data in real time to op- erators, engineers, and decision-makers - Support faster responses with visibility into performance trends and anomalies - Break down silos between systems, shi¤s, and teams - Enable advanced analytics, dashboards, and reporting; all from a single, reliable source. DeltaV™ Edge
DeltaV™ Edge Environment brings data together to empower operators.
This means operations teams stay informed, aligned, and empowered to act faster, encountering fewer surprises. DeltaV Edge helps teams unlock the full potential of their operations data.
In modern operations, success hinges on getting the right data to the right person at the right time. When information is delayed, incomplete, or buried in silos, operators and decision-makers cannot respond with the speed and clarity required for safe, e§icient performance.
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8 Electricity + Control DEC 2025 - JAN 2026
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