Directing massive mining haul trucks to the right place at the right time is fundamental to a mine's operating efficiency and the bottom line. Each load of ore, depending on its quality, must be dispatched to its proper location in the mine.

Reliable real-time positioning is required to optimize truck assignment. Caterpillar's MineStar system combines Trimble's specially designed display with integrated GPS board and unique wireless IP network communication. MineStar tracks the movement of the vehicles throughout the mine and directs the trucks to their destination. This controls traffic and avoids costly downtime.

See Also: MineStar on the Caterpillar website