MineARC Systems is excited to be partnering with DEZEGA; bringing together a combined total of 80 ye
Operators have looked to MineARC for portable wildfire safe haven technology, to design a custom Che
A&L Biologicals addresses outdoor plant growth chamber challenges with a custom walk-in chamber.
ERT has taken Erica A. Gallegos Arias all over the world; she shares her progression, from trainee t
Investigating a practical approach to compressed air use can save sites significant energy, resultin
Competition-winning medic, Sandra Wagner shares the reality of ERTs and the connections which stem f
Custom refuge chamber designed for 4.4m diameter tunnel boring machine with limited gantry space.
Monitoring gas levels in tunnelling and underground construction is crucial to providing a safe work
Gas monitors for a tunnelling refuge chamber allows occupants to measure levels in and outside of a
MineARC Systems America is excited to announce the annual recipient of the Mine Rescue Team Scholars
The installation of Shelter-in-Place and Safe Havens to provide safe refuge at the site’s Ammonia
Indonesia’s Emergency Response Team (ERT) participate in their first international mines rescue co
Can grow lights such as LED lights cause eye damage, and how can grow room glasses address these con
A hydroelectric power plant in Wreck Cove upgraded their refuge station to accommodate more personne
A Borneo oil rig selects a low-impact, environmentally-friendly toilet to remain at the forefront of
How can the mining and resources industry successfully implement wearable technology to improve work
Monitoring gas levels in mines and underground is crucial to providing a safe work environment. How
Gas monitors for a refuge chamber allows occupants to measure levels in and outside of a chamber; ta
How do chemical scrubbers remove carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide from the air within a sealed ref
If Methane levels rise, the risk also increases. The potential for ignition and explosion of methane
Hydrogen sulfide is exceptionally hazardous, due to its high levels of flammability and toxicity. Pe
What is Carbon Monoxide? Also known as the 'silent killer' it is highly toxic. It is present undergr
What is Carbon Dioxide? Carbon dioxide (CO2) is a colourless and odourless gas, existing in Earth’
Emergency response planning is designed to minimise harm to personnel, the community and the surroun
Refuge chamber upgrade essential in preparing Sanford Underground Research Facility for its role in
Papua New Guinea Mine improves on-site safety and hygiene with a proactive service plan
and equipmen
Lundin Mining improved their safety education program by repurposing an out-of-operation safe refuge
How to transform a Shelter-in-Place into a zero vulnerability Safe Haven, and ensure maximum protect
Controlled environments play a significant role in society’s development. Whether it’s i
So, how will safety change as the industry dives into its tech-fuelled future? While we cannot predi
This story is retold with permission from Dave regarding a remote bogger fire in an underground nick
Sanitation and hygiene are critical to maintaining a healthy workplace. However, underground environ
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Identifying the key points to consider when purchasing a portable toilet for an underground mine.
The decision to develop and expand a mine also brings with it a distinct set of challenges to determ
Refuge chamber quality that do not meet these standard requirements cannot safeguard against an emer
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How to install and integrate GuardIAN Refuge Chamber Monitoring with IT equipment on site.
It’s not a hot topic in the media or even the office, but sanitation plays a significant role in a
A controlled environment is an enclosed area with specific parameters regulated, including temperatu
Oxygen candles are used as a backup source of breathable air in an emergency. They supply an on-dema
One way to overcome downtime is through implementing a remote monitoring system into a company’s e
Large scale operations can have thousands of personnel on-site during each shift. Permanent or fixed
Psychological stresses can impact decision making as well as physical state and behaviour when insid
A North American gold mine incorporates the first wireless stench gas technology to improve emergenc
Will advances in technology to improve safety underground reduce current limitations and challenges
Understanding what it feels like to be inside a refuge chamber can improve the response of entrapped
How long should a refuge chamber run for in stand-alone mode? Safe haven or refuge chamber duration
Common misconceptions about refuge chamber servicing answered.
In an underground environment, Methane concentrations are extremely hazardous
Emergency communication systems in tunnelling are used to distribute information and instructions, m
In highly explosive environments, refuge chambers and safe havens can be adapted to withstand overpr
MineARC Systems announced as the 2018 Telstra Western Australian Business of the Year and winner of
Safety is paramount in any tunnelling project. Trusted tunnelling safety initiatives safeguard again
The modern mine refuge chamber is designed to host Internet-of-Things-enabled integrations, includin
Every refuge chamber requires an emergency power source to maintain the life-sustaining equipment if
Emergency Response Team uses refuge chamber training to better prepare and provide all employees wit
A pressure system for shelter-in-place locations is critical to maintaining positive internal pres
MineARC Australia manufactures 1500th refuge chamber, MA1500 - a major milestone for the global safe
Four, 40-person ChemSAFE Standard Design safe havens were installed and commissioned at Yara Pilbara
A refuge chamber, also known as refuge station, is a sealed environment, built to sustain life durin
Heat can quickly accumulate inside a refuge chamber, increasing with each additional person. Cooling
Fire dangers exist in underground mining and tunnelling operations. What fire protection solutions d
Improving light quality will boost visual performance, enhancing the ability to detect hazards and t
Mine safety is a global concern, with organisations continually investing time and resources to ensu
Teams throughout Zambia showcased their technical skills and knowledge across a range of emergency s
Regular service and maintenance ensure refuge chambers are in optimal status to provide life-saving
India recently held a workshop on New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM) and Tunnel Boring Machine (T
Hydrogen Sulfide is naturally generated in situ from reservoirs and sulfate containing minerals
Kuala Lumpur’s Mass Rapid Transport Underground development.
Refuge chamber commissioning is a vital step in emergency planning. Yet, it is often not considered.
IoT in mining has the potential to dramatically impact global safety standards
Recognised for the innovative design of the TunnelSAFE Multi Service Vehicle Refuge Chamber, the fir
Numerous heat sources affect the internal temperature of a refuge chamber. A continuous build-up of
The adoption and enhancement of safety standards positively impacted economic processes.
Controlled (Closed) Ecological Life Support Systems (CELSS) and refuge chambers in space.
With the growth of safety requirements, refuge chambers have become commonplace
Stench Gas contains Ethyl Mercaptan, although this gas is classed as flammable...
WA DMP enforce refuge chamber maintenance requirements following safety concerns.
N.B.C. (Nuclear, Biological, and Chemical) Shelter uses AirGEN to purify air within the chamber.
The primary control over the internal environment of a refuge chamber to ensure it can preserve life
Controlling the internal temperature assists in maintaining the occupant's health and well-being...
Positive pressure helps to prevent the ingress of airborne contaminants inside a refuge chamber.
Chemical scrubbing is the process of removing undesired gases from the air using chemical reactions
Why is it important to monitor gas levels in a sealed refuge chamber and how is this done?
The main focus was to bring the mine, up to date with the latest modern equipment capable of being m
On-site MineSAFE Training Refuge Chamber provided insight to Oyu Tolgoi team.
In collaboration with Mopani Copper Mines PLC, to implement corrective action to strengthen the inte
How does Carbon Monoxide enter a sealed refuge chamber and why is it necessary to remove this gas?
Batteries provide a reliable Uninterruptable Power Supply to power a refuge chamber in the event...
In sealed environments, carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide can build up and poison the air...
Refurbishment Program transforms damaged, worn or second-hand chambers into fully functioning, certi
MineARC’s new development in refuge chamber technology – the GuardIAN Remote Monitoring System
Fitted with the unique Compressed Air Management System, a 20 person MineSAFE Standard Design...
Palabora Mining Company (PMC) embrace regular servicing and refuge chamber upgrades.
Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL) purchase a MineARC MineSAFE Essential Design Refuge Chamber for their o
Safety needs to embrace technology in order to keep up with the continual changes to production and
Oxygen levels of the “dead air space” will quickly be consumed without an additional source.
MineARC commissioned our very first chambers in India. Built for Hindustan Zinc Limited, the world
Regularly servicing and performing maintenance checks on a refuge chamber will help ensure your equi
MineARC’s capacity to meet client specifications through customisation has aided in the developmen
Disaster and extreme weather shelter designed for Australian extreme weather conditions
Langley Park, located in Perth CBD, Western Australia, hosted the 7th annual Mines Emergency Rescue
The EnviroLAV Squat Pan toilet, a Western & Eastern combination-style configuration within the Dual
