Firmatek has been measuring stockpiles and helping the Aggregate Mining Industry manage its inventory for almost 30 years. The industry has used a variety of different technology over the years. From ... Read more
The amount you pay for your measurement is not your only cost when it comes to inventory. In the industry, we talk about what it costs to measure your inventory, but rarely do we discuss the cost of n ... Read more
This guide describes our recommended best practices for setting, maintaining, and capturing Ground Control Points suitable for creating 3D maps using drones. We've included tips for GCP placement, as ... Read more
Drone technology is still relatively new, but the adoption of drones is revolutionizing the way we work in countless industries. The aggregate industry rarely leaps at the latest and greatest technolo ... Read more
A true service provider is called upon to bring all of their tools, knowledge, and expertise in times of crisis. We provide our clients with confidence in their data, and go above and beyond to serve ... Read more
Electrification now competes for attention in underground mining projects. Click the below link to know more: https://www.macleanengineering.com/blog-view-all/ev-momentum-inevitability Read more
In order to control inventory in a typical aggregate operation, the producer must understand the whole process, from production through sales. Inadequate control in any one of these areas leads to inv ... Read more
Drones have exploded in popularity thanks to their versatility and the growing accessibility of the devices. Flown carelessly, drones can be dangerous. While drones work to keep employees safe and out ... Read more
Is your dust collection system working at peak efficiency? A quick, do-it-yourself examination may identify symptoms that your system needs a check-up. Enjoy this video from The Dust Efficiency Clinic ... Read more
Firmatek conducted a study comparing 3 types of equipment across 29 piles ranging in size on a site where we have significant historical data. In this analysis, we look at how two types of drones comp ... Read more
Learn why long-time Firmatek client, Brox Industries, chose to move to Firmatek's Drone Solutions program. Read more
Telsmith Engineer, Shamus Coughlin tells us what it takes to go the extra mile for Telsmith customers – like dropping everything to take the world’s longest flight to fix a plant in Indonesia. Read more