SmartTag ore tracking

Our ore tracking service uses our patented SmartTag™ system to track parcels of ore from the mine into the plant and beyond. SmartTag™ is an innovative system that uses hardened Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags, detectors and custom software to track ore through the mining process. 

Detection points are located at key points of ore processing.  This technology does not require an internal power source, yet the tags have the capacity to main in stockpiles for extended periods. 

Mine-to-Mill

We can correlate ore characteristics with important operating parameters in the mine and processing plant, such as ore dilution, ore losses, fragmentation, throughput and energy consumption. This provides an understanding of how different ores affect mine and plant operation and the final product. Operating parameters and control strategies in the mine and processing plant can be adjusted and optimized for different ore types, thereby reducing costs and increasing profitability.

The SmartTag^TM system is also used to automate geometallurgical modeling in our unique GeoMetso^TM system enabling throughput forecasting and Life-of-Mine optimization.

Pit-to-Port

SmartTag™ can also be used to track products from the mine through the entire transport chain (road, rail, and port) to the final customer. This is particularly relevant for iron ore and coal operations which often have complicated product marketing and supply logistics. Any properties can be tagged and tracked to facilitate the optimization of plant operation, sorting, blending, and homogenization to maximize the value of the final product. The system also provides more accurate reconciliation and allows monitoring and optimization of product supply and transport logistics.

Receive regular reports on how processes are performing along with recommendations of action to be taken.