Project:Process Control & Automation

Xstrata

BESTECH performed the engineering, design, and project management for all electrical and instrumentation for the Kidd D-mine development. This included power distribution, electrical designs communication networks, video networks as well as automation.

The following are systems which were included in the project:

  • Ore sizing and handling system
  • Remote rockbreaker control station
  • Rockbreaker automation
  • Dewatering system
  • Process water system
  • Truck loading chutes
  • Scoop tram dump system
  • ABB hoist control review
  • ABB hoist interface to material handling system
  • Skip level lock system
  • 60 level fans