(also referred to as a windrows/bunds)
The Berm Monitoring System (BMS) is the first automated solution to provide continuous, quantitative berm and dump compliance data in real time. By replacing manual checks with automated scanning and alarm-based monitoring, the BMS sets a new benchmark for mine safety and operational efficiency in Waste Rock Dumps (WRD).
 The BMS is the world’s first system to provide quantitative data on berm monitoring, setting a new standard for safety compliance and operational efficiency in open-pit mining. Using LiDAR-based 360° laser scanning, the BMS gives mines a reliable way to manage berm safety by replacing periodic manual checks with continuous, automated monitoring, preventing haul trucks from reversing over dump edges. By detecting risks early, the BMS helps operations keep haul routes safe, reduce costly interruptions, and protect both people and equipment.
The BMS is available as a trailer-mounted or fixed installation with a dedicated battery bank for uninterrupted operation. A mast-mounted laser scanner conducts real-time assessments, while an integrated Wi-Fi system enables seamless data transmission to the control room or any remote PC.
The BMS identifies non-compliant berms and automatically sends an alert to the control room.
Control room personnel relay corrective instructions to the dozer operator, who receives guidance via an onboard tablet equipped with GPS.
The dozer operator restores the berm to compliance and confirms completion with the control room.
The BMS replaces manual inspections with automated, high-accuracy scanning. Continuously assessing berm height and positioning eliminates human error and ensures compliance.
The BMS detects non-compliant berms in real-time and immediately alerts the control room, minimising response times and ensuring prompt corrective action.
Berm data is relayed to the dozer’s onboard navigation system, allowing operators to quickly locate and repair berm sections, streamlining operations and reducing downtime.
The web-based interface provides secure, remote access, enabling operators to oversee multiple berms from any location.
The BMS analyses the floor profile of waste dumps to predict areas prone to water accumulation, enabling proactive water management. This approach reduces risks such as increased wear on haul truck tyres and dump instability.
The BMS ensures that dump edges align with engineering and design specifications, helping mines maintain regulatory compliance and avoid costly remedial actions.
The BMS tracks dump edge progression over a 24-hour period, assessing the average distance between the old and current crests to prevent dump edge failures. This tracking ensures controlled material compaction, placement, and symmetry, optimising efficiency in dumping operations.
10m – 400m (33ft to 1312ft)
±10cm within the measurement range
Standard operation: -5° C to +45° C (23°F to 113°F)
Optional cold weather kit (with external PSU): -30° C to +45° C
(-22°F to 113°F)
Optional hot weather kit (with external PSU): -5° C to +60° C
(23°F to 140°F)
Between 3 and 11 minutes, depending on range including data processing.
360°
Integrated Wi-Fi or site-specific communication systems.
Compatible with Windows 10 or Windows Server, accessible via web interface.
