Drone adoption is thriving in several industries and the aggregates and mining industry that Firmatek serves is no exception. Although drone tech is relatively new, drones are revolutionizing the w ... Read more
The geology report, feasibility study, and mine plan look great. Why do so many mining project start-ups fail to perform? Most mining companies put a great deal of emphasis on the nature of the reserv ... Read more
We know that geospatial data collection is increasingly accessible. But data is more than just a number. Real solutions come from understanding and analyzing the data that is collected. We work with ... Read more
With reference to greenfield plant projects, using process simulators similar to the designed plant Human-Machine Interface (HMI) or Distributed Control System (DCS) has become common practice. These ... Read more
Developing a profitable mining venture is no small matter. It requires enormous initial investments in research, construction, and equipment. But a mineral processing plant does not run itself. Even w ... Read more
Mapping is one of the least understood applications for drones. Maps are very useful for many industries, but if your customers require accurate measurements, additional controls are needed beyond s ... Read more
During the final stages of metallurgical plant construction there is tremendous pressure to commence production. More often than not, there will have been budget overruns and schedule delays. Corporat ... Read more
Three dimensional animations integrated into a process plant computer-based training (CBT) program can greatly enhance trainee understanding of process equipment. This introductory maintenance manual ... Read more
As many industries are adopting drone technology across their entire organizations, it is important to learn from our collective successes, mistakes, and key findings. Regardless of your industry, the ... Read more
In an industry that’s flooded with new and improved tools and software systems, we help our clients by providing key insights and custom solutions. Serving our industry to the best of our ability re ... Read more
Many people look to implement drones into their operation and only go as far as to think about the data they are receiving. At Firmatek, we enable our clients by giving them more than just a number. W ... Read more
Once upon a time, decision makers in the aggregates industry had to rely on guesswork to figure out whether they could meet a client need. Fast-forward to today, and drone technology has taken much of ... Read more