Small TBM Strengthens Safety with Custom Refuge Chamber
Custom refuge chamber designed for a small 4.4m diameter tunnel boring machine (TBM) with limited gantry space.
March 10, 2020
Tag: Refuge Chamber
How to Operate a Compact Underground Mine Refuge Chamber
This video explains the operational procedures for the MineSAFE Compact Design Refuge Chamber, a portable underground mine refuge alternative with an airlock.
January 21, 2020
Safety Share: Dave’s Story
Dave shares his personal experience waiting in an underground refuge chamber during a mining emergency.
August 6, 2019
Refuge Chamber Standards: Quality Without Compromise
A refuge chamber that doesn’t meet standard requirements cannot safeguard against an emergency. Lower quality, or unmaintained chambers, put people at risk.
May 14, 2019
Oxygen Candles: Providing Emergency Air
Oxygen candles are used as a backup source of breathable air in an emergency. The on-demand source is used in aeroplanes, refuge chambers, …
April 4, 2019
What It Feels Like To Be Inside A Refuge Chamber: Psychological
Psychological stresses can impact decision making as well as physical state and behaviour when inside a refuge chamber.
March 19, 2019
What It Feels Like To Be Inside A Refuge Chamber: Physical Effects
Understanding what it feels like to be inside a refuge chamber can improve the response of entrapped personnel.
January 8, 2019
MineARC Telstra Business Awards Dual Winner 2018
MineARC Systems announced as a dual winner in the 2018 Telstra Business Awards. The company were honoured to be a finalist, taking out the…
November 27, 2018
Changing Safety in African Mines: Mopani Copper Mine
Changing how African mines adopt safety initiatives is a global concern, requiring the investment of time and resources to help the workforce
October 18, 2018
MineARC Australia Manufactures 1500th Refuge Chamber
Australian Refuge Chamber manufacturer, MineARC Systems Australia manufactures 1500th shelter, MA1500 – a major milestone.
October 16, 2018