Barrick Mining Corporation
Barrick needed to enhance the safety and efficiency of an older hoisting plant by incorporating a new brake control system into the existing hydraulic brake and hoist control systems.
BESTECH was engaged to integrate a system that provided regulated emergency braking, a crucial feature for modern hoisting operations.
SCOPE
BESTECH provided a state-of-the-art brake control system known for its complete redundancy in all functions, ensuring operational reliability and safety. The system was chosen for its adaptability, making it suitable for a wide range of braking applications. Key features included a new control panel that simplified maintenance with advanced manifolds and fully monitored valves, significantly enhancing the system’s maintenance efficiency and safety.
The system also featured PLC control for automated hoisting operations, essential for regulated braking during emergencies, and a new Human-Machine Interface (HMI) integrated into the operator’s console for improved user interaction.
OUTCOME
Implementing the new brake control system successfully met Barrick’s requirements by enhancing the safety standards and operational efficiency of the hoisting plant. This upgrade, characterized by its sophisticated and reliable brake control, not only improved safety but also operational ease, showcasing BESTECH’s ability to tailor advanced solutions to specific industrial needs.