Ground Protection for Mining
Why Ground Protection?
Ground Nurse mats are the silent backbone of any mining operation. Our mats create a steady surface for heavy machinery that prevents accidents and improves productivity, regardless of weather conditions.
No more delays
Ground Nurse mats are engineered for the extremes of mining. They prevent the earth from caving under weight, keep your machines steady, and turn weather delays into a thing of the past. Quick to deploy and built to last, these mats mean business—your business—uninterrupted, safe, and sound.
Ground Nurse gives you a reliable platform that improves your operation’s productivity and safeguards your site’s future. Keep your focus on extraction – we’ll handle the protection.
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Real Insights: Ground Nurse in Mining
Isn’t it time you discovered how Ground Nurse can enhance your mining operations?
Case Study
A mining company based in Northern Australia approached Ground Nurse with an urgent need for ground protection after an excavator became bogged while constructing a haul road. The challenging ground conditions featured a firm crust with a boggy substrate underneath, leading to the equipment breaking through the surface. The company required a rapid solution to stabilise the area and allow operations to resume swiftly.
Challenges
– Urgency: The project required immediate action to prevent prolonged operational downtime.
– Remote Location: The delivery had to cover 3,200 km to reach the mining site in Northern Australia.
– Harsh Ground Conditions: The solution needed to withstand heavy loads and provide
stability in the mixed ground conditions of firm crust and boggy substrate.
Solution Implemented
Ground Nurse delivered an effective and rapid response:
– GroundMatz HD: High-capacity, heavy-duty mats designed to handle extreme loads and prevent equipment from becoming bogged, ensuring safe and stable working conditions.
– MatsStor Stillages and Connectors: Included to facilitate quick deployment, secure connection between mats, and efficient pack-down after use.
– Rapid Processing and Dispatch: Ground Nurse prioritised the order for immediate processing and arranged expedited transportation to cover the 3,200 km distance as swiftly as possible.
Results
– Minimised Downtime: The urgent delivery of GroundMatz HD allowed the mining company to stabilise the site and resume construction of the haul road with minimal delay.
– Enhanced Stability and Safety: The heavy-duty mats provided the necessary support for equipment, enabling safe operation over the challenging substrate.
– Efficient Deployment: The MatsStor stillages and connectors ensured the mats were quickly and securely deployed, allowing work to recommence without further interruptions.
