Tecnologia minera

A&CA is awarded for the fourth consecutive time contract with Codelco’s Chuquicamata Division

The service considers technical assistance and support to the Chuquicamata A2 Concentrator Plant and personnel training for the electric drive operation of the ring motors.

A & CA was awarded for the fourth time in a row the contract “Technical assistance service Gearless SAG 16 SAG 17 and Fifth Mill Concentrator Management”, with Codelco -Chuquicamata Division.

It is a service with a high level of specialization in the three Siemens GMD technology drives of the A2 Concentrator Plant in Chuquicamata. It consists of providing technical assistance and support to the concentrator plant in the activities of planning, inspection, fault diagnosis, repair and training of personnel related to the operation of the electric drive of the Ring – Mill SAG and Quinto Molino Motors.

The execution of the service requires a high standard of quality and efficiency, in order to ensure the operational continuity of the concentrator plant. It includes in field programmed technical assistance tasks; emergency care, to assist the solution of an unscheduled failure; technical Hot-Line support, to assist technically-remotely- the solution of a failure or unscheduled work; staff training in the field; and technical cleaning of the ring motor if necessary. Additionally, it includes the external cleaning service and sealing of the rotor and stator.

A&CA is awarded for the fourth consecutive time contract with Codelco’s Chuquicamata Division2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

BHP highlights MIRS robotic solution

The company is a subsidiary of the HighService Corp holding, specializing in maintenance, technology, robotics, engineering and construction services for mining and heavy industry.

One of the largest mining companies in the world, BHP, published a report on MIRS´s Trommel Palmettes Robotic Manipulator  , which is installed and operative at Minera Escondida.

The robotic solution from MIRS performs, automatically and remotely, the replacement of the Trommel palmettes during programmed shutdowns of the SAG mill, improving the safety and productivity of the operations in the maintenance tasks.

“The robotic arm has benefits for safety and productivity. Workers are removed from potentially dangerous situations by changing the meshes of the trommel and also reduces the time of change of each mesh, “says Susan Lasecki, Head of Commercial Innovation, BHP Minerals Americas.

MIRS -Mining and Heavy Industry Robotics- is a leading Chilean company in development of robotic applications for the mining and heavy industries.

The company is a subsidiary of the HighService Corp holding, specializing in maintenance, technology, robotics, engineering and construction services for mining and heavy industry.

Review the BHP report:

Get to know the giant robotic arm of Escondida – an example of open innovation

To see how the robot works, click here

BHP highlights MIRS robotic solution2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

HighService Service won maintenance contract at Zaldívar

To offer spot support services, support and maintenance in plant.

Compañía Minera Zaldívar (CMZ) has just awarded a contract to HighService Service to provide support services during shutdown operations in the mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and lubrication disciplines.

The service includes the dry areas (primary crushing, secondary crushing, tertiary crushing and stacking), as well as the wet area, the re-management and the Negrillar pumping stations. It also contemplates providing support in maneuvers with mobile and static equipment.

At the launch meeting, both companies agreed that the main goal of the service is to perform the work safely.

“We are very satisfied and proud that Minera Zaldívar has placed its trust in us as an integral and almost exclusive company for the development of these delicate operations,” says Óscar Jiménez, general manager of HighService Service.

HighService Service is a company of the HighService Corp holding, with extensive experience and recognized track record in Integral and highly specialized Maintenance, Assistance and Technical Services. Committed to the security and quality of their services, HighService Service works with Operational Excellence thanks to the development of its human capital and the incorporation of new technologies.

HighService Service won maintenance contract at Zaldívar2019-04-04T19:04:37-04:00

HighService Service will provide spot services in Sierra Gorda

To provide maintenance in different processes of the concentrator plant.

A contract to provide spot maintenance services in the plant has just been awarded to the HighService Service company in Sierra Gorda SCM.

The service, which will begin in October, includes the assets of the dry and wet areas in the Mechanical, Structural, Electrical and Instrumentation specialties, and includes preventive, corrective maintenance and improvement activities in the concentrator plant of the mining operation.

Likewise, HighService Service will provide support in the major maintenance during the plant’s detention, and the services of preparation, execution and subsequent housekeeping.

HighService Service belongs to the HighService Corp holding, formed by four companies that provide specialized services to mining and heavy industry in general, with the aim of improving and preserving the safety and productivity of its clients through innovation and operational excellence.

Sierra Gorda is the largest open pit mine that has entered operations in the Antofagasta Region in recent years. It is a project of KGHM International (55%), Sumitomo Metal Mining (31.5%) and Sumitomo Corporation (13.5%) which is located in the Atacama Desert, about 60 kms. southwest of Calama.

HighService Service will provide spot services in Sierra Gorda2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

HS Engineering and Construction launches new video for communities

HS Engineering and Construction is committed to contributing to strengthen the relationship and trust between mining companies, contractors and local communities, from the early stages of a construction project.

The environment where we develop is affected by the logistics of the tasks, for which, there is a need to strengthen the dialogue with its inhabitants and the degree of satisfaction of these with respect to their expectations.

This didactic video explains our functions, objectives and values, so that the communities know us more closely and can establish deep and lasting relationships: View video here.

HS Engineering and Construction launches new video for communities2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

HighService Technology develops self-cleaning sensor that increases copper recovery by 2%

SensoFlot measures the height of the pulp / foam interface, delivering accurate and uninterrupted information.

A technological solution focused on optimizing the performance of copper concentrator plants and other minerals launched HighService Technology (HST), a subsidiary of the HighService Corp holding. It is SensoFlot, a device capable of measuring the height of the pulp / foam interface. flotation cells and that, in turn, delivers accurate information second by second.

The creation, preparation and design of this solution was developed entirely by HighService Technology.

What is SensoFlot?

Javier Bustos, commercial manager of HighService Technology, argues that SensoFlot represents “a technological innovation that marks a before and after in the market”.

Although there is an incorporated offer of digitalization and control systems, concentration-based sulfide operations experience variations in their copper recovery levels, due to several factors.

“This is a critical process that deserves to be optimized to increase efficiency in production, improve the quality of recovered copper and, therefore, help to obtain greater profitability in the process”, he said.

It is common for conventional sensors, such as measuring buoys, to suffer incrustations of lime and other residues present in the pulp that are typical of the process.

“This causes, for example, man working hours to be used to clean the devices and recalibrate them. In addition, a crust that covers the instruments is produced, and affects its main function corresponding to the interface measurement. In this way, inaccurate reading impacts on the efficiency of the process and the recovery of the mineral”, he points out.

On the other hand, SensoFlot is self-cleaning, therefore, 100% free of maintenance. “It is a submersible electrochemical sensor, without moving parts, which acts with high frequency electromagnetic blows, to release any adhering substance. Thus, it measures the height of the pulp / foam interface with precision and without interruptions. ”

How does it work?

The device has 64 electrodes, that is, 64 levels that it is measuring. SensoFlot has already been tested in cells and flotation columns of medium and large mining companies.

“The tests we have done for its industrial validation, have gone impeccable and with great reliability. Important milestones have been achieved by performing tests in different conditions and different tasks, which have densities that differ greatly between them, in turn with different types of chemical elements and reagents. In each case, the sensor behaved as expected. Today SensoFlot is in validation under the condition of a process carried out with sea water”, he said.

How is the cost-benefit ratio?

Bustos affirms that precisely that factor constitutes the most marked difference, related to the competition. “With the use of SensoFlot in concentrate lines we aim to increase copper recovery by up to 2%, which is a significant figure in production levels”, he said.

It also highlighted that the device is marketed under the modality against result or win-win. “We installed the sensor and agreed a period of 30, 60 or 90 days of testing. If after the agreed period the customer is satisfied and the measurement parameters delivered by SensoFlot are as expected, the transaction is carried out. To all the above, our integral service and 24/7 technical support is added, which implies a complete consultancy, guaranteeing the functionality of the system throughout its validation period, “he explains.

Currently, the company is manufacturing around 20 sensors for different clients.

What are the advantages?

  • Without moving parts
  • Self-cleaning
  • Free of maintenance
  • 24/7 advice and technical support

What results does it offer?

  • It clearly detects the different phases in aqueous solutions and suspensions.
  • Plug & Work device. It can be replaced in a few minutes, without having to empty.
  • Wireless version decreases the amount of cables and channels required.
  • Sensor allows you to transmit your data remotely.
HighService Technology develops self-cleaning sensor that increases copper recovery by 2%2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

HighService Service achieves important position in Suppliers Ranking

The company stood out in the “Maintenance” area.

HighService Service was recognized by the traditional Phibrand Ranking of Suppliers of Mining 2018, reaching the second place in the “Maintenance” area.

The goal of the ranking is to evaluate the competitiveness, service and quality of the main suppliers of the mining sector in Chile. The variables considered are the following:

  • Quality of equipment or services
  • Support and after sales service
  • Technical and economic flexibility
  • Overall reputation

To elaborate this ranking, more than 200 senior executives, superintendents and area managers from the most important companies of the Great Mining industry in Chile were surveyed during the period between May and July of this year.

“We are proud to be part of this prestigious ranking that highlights good practices and excellence in providing services to the mining industry”, said Hugo Salamanca, President of HighService Corp.

HighService Service is a company of the holding HighService Corp, with extensive experience and recognized track record in Integral Maintenance, Assistance and Technical Services of high specialization.

Committed to the security and quality of services, HighService Service works with Operational Excellence thanks to the development of its human capital and the incorporation of new technologies.

HighService Service achieves important position in Suppliers Ranking2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

HighService Engineering & Construction achieves one million hours without workplace accidents

The Chilean Safety Association officially certified this milestone, which validates the work on safety and occupational risk prevention developed by the company.

An important milestone reached HighService Engineering and Construction (HS), a company of the holding HighService Corp, reaching one million hours without work accidents with lost time.

The recognition was officially certified by the Chilean Security Association (ACHS), at a ceremony held in the corporate building of HighService Corp.

“This certification represents a great achievement for the company and is the product of a very clear commitment to improve the safety of our processes”, highlights HS General Manager, Israel González.

“It confirms that the resources available in terms of occupational risk prevention were effective and that we are on the right track to guarantee a service of operational excellence,” the executive added.

Constant effort

The achievement reflects the strict policy on prevention of occupational risks and the effort to improve the security developed by the company, through teamwork between its own departments and the Operational Area of the works.

“Safety is a constant effort that involves all the members of each work, and therefore, we work day by day with the work teams on safety issues, incorporating daily chats, active breaks and training, always with representative of their own workers “, explains Rebeca Cooper, Functional Manager of the company.

The main challenge in terms of mining safety is to continue to improve continuously, and incorporate new methodologies to raise awareness among workers about the importance of occupational health and risk prevention.

“We have a great challenge, since obtaining a million hours is not the end of the road, but rather a guarantee that we are moving in the right direction and an invitation to continue working,” says Rebeca Cooper.

HighService Engineering & Construction achieves one million hours without workplace accidents2023-06-05T20:46:57-04:00

HighService Technology innovates with SensoSag

This technological application improves the predictive and preventive maintenance of the SAG Mill.

HighService Technology, a subsidiary company of the holding HighService Corp, presented its technological application SensoSag at the most important mining show in Latin America, Expomin. It´s about a sensor capable of measuring the impacts produced inside a mill.

SensoSag can interpret algorithms such as the wear of coatings, the dynamic behavior of the load in rotation and the presence of strange elements, among others. Its configuration is wireless and has a long service life (2 years) and online reportability (IoT).

The General Manager of the company, Guillermo Vidal Rudloff, explains in the following video this innovation that allows to improve the predictive and preventive maintenance of the SAG Mill.

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6WcEV697oQ

HighService Technology innovates with SensoSag2023-06-05T20:46:58-04:00

HighService Engineering & Construction won a new contract at MLP to build a drainage system

It´s about a drainage mechanism that uses a pumping system from the bottom of the mine to evacuate the water.

HighService Engineering and Construction (HS) won a new contract called “Dewatering, Installation of mine bottom drainage system” at Minera Los Pelambres (MLP), owned by Antofagasta Minerals (AMSA).

The initiative contemplates the implementation of a water management system from the bottom of the mine to a distribution chamber, using a water impulse system called Dewatering.

“The system is based on three vertical centrifugal pumps that activate a pumping mechanism in ponds to evacuate larger floods or empty the lagoon, and change the extraction bottom of the mine,” explains Israel González, HighService Engineering & Construction General Manager.

The company’s work will consist in the construction of a drive system for the evacuation of water accumulated from the bottom of the mine, to an intermediate tank, to operate in the new growth scenario of the mine.

The project will last for 7 months and the most important disciplines for its execution are mechanical and piping.

Minera Los Pelambres is an open pit mine mainly made of copper and molybdenum concentrate, located in the Andes mountain range, Salamanca district, in the IV Region of Coquimbo, between 3,000 and 3,500 meters above sea level.

HighService Engineering & Construction won a new contract at MLP to build a drainage system2019-04-10T13:51:23-04:00
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