Multiple Clients
In a project with another firm, BESTECH led the technical design for the power distribution system, achieving a feasibility level of detail for new mines.
The project included modifications to existing power infrastructures, enhancements to incoming power feeds from local utilities, and development of new support structures underground. A significant part of the project focused on designing portable power solutions for mining fronts and a battery electric vehicle (BEV) system.
SCOPE
BESTECH’s responsibilities in the BEV segment were extensive, involving equipment procurement and determining daily energy requirements and charging infrastructure needs for BEVs. Detailed models were developed for various vehicles under different operational conditions, facilitating accurate calculations of total energy usage, heat generation, and critical design process inputs.
The charging system design included selecting charger sizes, identifying optimal installation locations, and offering construction recommendations, culminating in a comprehensive cost estimation. BESTECH also provided supporting documentation to assist mine owners in selecting BEVs, chargers, and charging technologies, ensuring compliance with local codes.
OUTCOME
This project improved power distribution capabilities for new mines and established a framework for integrating BEV technology into mining operations. The designs provided by BESTECH supported informed decision-making in procuring BEVs and developing a sustainable, efficient charging infrastructure.