Private LTE Solutions
A private network built for the realities of mining.
Connect people, equipment and critical applications across demanding mining environments with secure, high-performance private LTE infrastructure.
Reliable connectivity is becoming core mine infrastructure.
Modern mining operations rely on a growing ecosystem of connected vehicles, sensors, cameras, mobile workers and industrial applications. Conventional wireless networks may not provide the coverage, capacity or operational control these systems require.
Ericsson Private LTE gives mining organizations a dedicated wireless environment designed to support operational technology, workforce communications and data-intensive applications across the site.
Connectivity designed around operational challenges.
Mining networks must operate across large geographic areas, changing terrain and environments where dependable communication directly affects productivity and safety.
Complex terrain
Pits, haul roads, processing areas and remote assets can create difficult coverage conditions that require careful RF planning.
Mobile assets
Vehicles, personnel and equipment move continuously, making reliable handoff and consistent mobile coverage essential.
Critical operations
Production systems, safety applications and workforce communications require a network engineered for operational continuity.
Harsh conditions
Dust, weather, vibration and temperature extremes place additional demands on communications equipment and infrastructure.
Increasing data demand
Video, telemetry, analytics and connected equipment can quickly exceed the capabilities of traditional narrowband communication systems.
Evolving operations
As the mine plan changes, the communications network must be able to expand and adapt alongside the operation.
One network supporting multiple mining workflows.
Private LTE can provide the wireless foundation for a broad range of operational, safety and productivity applications.
Connected haulage and fleet systems
Maintain data connectivity with mobile equipment travelling between pits, haul roads, maintenance facilities and processing areas.
High-definition video
Connect fixed and mobile cameras used for security, situational awareness, remote observation and operational visibility.
Workforce communications
Support broadband voice, video, messaging and collaboration tools for teams working throughout the mine site.
Industrial IoT and telemetry
Collect information from environmental monitors, pumps, power systems, process equipment and other connected assets.
Remote operations
Enable operators and technical teams to monitor or interact with equipment from a safer or more centralized location.
Safety and location applications
Provide connectivity for worker safety systems, alerts, location-enabled devices and emergency communication workflows.
Dedicated infrastructure under your operational control.
Private LTE creates a secure cellular environment dedicated to the mine rather than relying solely on shared public wireless services.
Mine-site coverage
Radio infrastructure is positioned around the operating area according to terrain, capacity and coverage requirements.
Authorized devices
Approved smartphones, tablets, routers, cameras, sensors and industrial equipment connect to the private network.
Traffic prioritization
Network resources can be aligned with the relative importance of specific applications and operational workflows.
Connected operations
Data can be integrated with mine systems, applications, control environments and authorized external resources.
Built for industrial connectivity.
Ericsson private cellular technology gives mining organizations a scalable wireless platform for connecting critical assets and applications across complex operational environments.
Extend connectivity where the work happens.
Each deployment can be engineered around the mine’s physical environment, operating model and communications priorities.
Open-pit operations
Connect haul roads, active pit areas, mobile equipment, observation points and nearby operating facilities.
Processing facilities
Support cameras, tablets, sensors and connected systems throughout processing and material-handling areas.
Remote mine infrastructure
Extend communications to maintenance areas, power infrastructure, water systems and other remote site assets.
From mine-site requirements to a deployable network.
Westcan works with mining organizations to translate operational needs into practical wireless infrastructure.
Our team can assess the environment, identify application and coverage requirements, develop the system design and support the deployment of an Ericsson Private LTE solution.
Is your mine ready for a dedicated private network?
Talk with Westcan about coverage, capacity, applications and the infrastructure required to support your connected mining operation.
