Emeco Partners with Red Edge Resources for Machine Control Solutions in Kalgoorlie and Pilbara Mining Operations
Leading Equipment Rental Company Selects Red Edge for Precision Machine Guidance Technology
In a strategic partnership that combines Australia’s premier mining equipment rental expertise with advanced machine control technology, Emeco Holdings Limited, one of Australia’s largest equipment rental and maintenance providers, has selected Red Edge Resources as their trusted provider of machine control systems for operations across Kalgoorlie and the Pilbara region. This collaboration delivers cutting-edge machine guidance technology to mining operations in two of Australia’s most significant mineral provinces.
Red Edge Resources is proud to support Emeco’s commitment to providing clients with technology-equipped machinery that enhances productivity, accuracy, and operational efficiency across Western Australia’s demanding mining environments.
About Emeco: Australia’s Equipment Rental Leader
Industry Leadership
Emeco Holdings Limited is a leading provider of equipment rental and maintenance services to the mining and construction industries across Australia, Canada, and Indonesia. With a fleet of over 3,000 pieces of equipment and decades of industry experience, Emeco delivers comprehensive solutions including:
Equipment Rental: Extensive fleet of earthmoving equipment including excavators, dozers, graders, loaders, haul trucks, and ancillary equipment.
Maintenance Services: Comprehensive maintenance and repair services ensuring equipment reliability and availability.
Technology Integration: Provision of technology-equipped machinery including machine control, telematics, and safety systems.
Operational Support: Technical support and operational expertise helping clients maximise equipment productivity.
Fleet Management: Sophisticated fleet management ensuring optimal equipment allocation and utilisation.
Western Australia Operations
Emeco maintains significant operations across Western Australia, particularly in the Kalgoorlie goldfields and Pilbara iron ore regions. These areas represent some of Australia’s most productive and demanding mining environments, requiring equipment that delivers exceptional performance, reliability, and precision.
The challenging conditions—extreme temperatures, abrasive materials, remote locations, and demanding production schedules—necessitate machine control systems that provide proven reliability, accuracy, and comprehensive support.
Why Emeco Chose Red Edge Resources
Machine Control Expertise
Red Edge Resources brings comprehensive machine control knowledge to the partnership:
Product Knowledge: Deep expertise in machine guidance systems including MOBA, Hemisphere VR1000, and Stonex solutions, enabling optimal system selection for specific applications.
Installation Excellence: Experienced installation technicians capable of professional system installation, calibration, and commissioning across diverse equipment types.
Application Experience: Practical knowledge of machine control applications in mining, including grade control, stockpile management, haul road construction, and rehabilitation work.
Technical Capability: Qualified technicians providing expert troubleshooting, system optimisation, and ongoing support.
Regional Presence and Support
Red Edge Resources provides the support infrastructure essential for remote mining operations:
Rapid Response: 2-hour response time for technical support and emergency service calls minimises equipment downtime.
Regional Knowledge: Understanding of Kalgoorlie and Pilbara operating conditions, challenges, and requirements.
On-Site Support: Capability to provide on-site technical support when required for complex issues or critical situations.
Remote Support: Phone and remote access technical support enabling rapid problem resolution without site visits.
Spare Parts: Strategic parts inventory ensuring rapid availability of critical components.
Comprehensive Training
Red Edge Resources delivers training ensuring Emeco personnel and client operators maximise system capabilities:
Installation Training: Technical training for Emeco maintenance personnel on system installation and commissioning.
Operator Training: Comprehensive operator training ensuring efficient system use and productivity.
Maintenance Training: Training on system maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs.
Ongoing Education: Continuous training updates as systems evolve and new features become available.
Machine Control Technology: Precision for Mining Operations
Hemisphere VR1000 Machine Guidance System
The Hemisphere VR1000 represents advanced machine control technology ideal for mining applications:
GNSS Positioning: High-accuracy GNSS positioning delivering centimetre-level accuracy for precise grade control.
Multi-Constellation Support: Simultaneous tracking of GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, and BeiDou satellites ensuring reliable positioning in challenging environments.
RTK Corrections: Real-time kinematic corrections providing continuous centimetre accuracy throughout operations.
2D and 3D Guidance: Flexible guidance modes supporting both simple grade applications and complex 3D design surfaces.
IronTwo Display: Intuitive 10.1″ touchscreen display providing clear visual guidance and system control.
GradeMetrix Software: Powerful software supporting design file management, job setup, and system configuration.
Rugged Construction: Industrial-grade components proven in harsh mining environments including extreme temperatures, dust, and vibration.
MOBA Machine Control Systems
MOBA systems provide proven reliability for demanding mining applications:
Precision Guidance: High-accuracy positioning and guidance for excavators, dozers, and graders.
Robust Design: Proven durability in mining environments with minimal maintenance requirements.
Intuitive Interface: User-friendly displays enabling rapid operator adoption and productivity.
Flexible Configuration: Adaptable to various machine types and applications.
Proven Track Record: Decades of mining industry experience with systems operating globally.
Stonex Machine Control Solutions
Stonex systems offer cost-effective precision for diverse applications:
STX-Dig Excavator Systems: 3D guidance for excavators supporting trenching, bulk excavation, and precision work.
Versatile Applications: Suitable for construction, mining, and civil applications.
Modern Technology: Current GNSS technology with multi-constellation support and RTK capability.
Competitive Pricing: Cost-effective solutions without compromising performance or reliability.
Applications: Emeco Equipment in Kalgoorlie and Pilbara
Kalgoorlie Goldfields Operations
The Kalgoorlie region hosts numerous gold mining operations requiring precision earthmoving:
Open Pit Development: Excavators and dozers equipped with machine control for precise pit development following mine plans.
Grade Control: Accurate excavation to design grades ensuring ore recovery and waste minimisation.
Haul Road Construction: Graders with machine control maintaining haul road profiles and drainage.
Waste Dump Construction: Dozers with guidance systems constructing waste dumps to engineered designs.
Rehabilitation: Precise reshaping and rehabilitation of completed mining areas.
Equipment Types: Excavators (20-70 tonne class), dozers (D6-D10 class), graders (140M-16M class).
Challenges: Variable ground conditions, tight tolerances, integration with mine planning systems.
Red Edge Solution: Hemisphere VR1000 systems providing reliable accuracy and intuitive operation for diverse equipment types and applications.
Pilbara Iron Ore Operations
The Pilbara hosts world-class iron ore operations with demanding production requirements:
Stockpile Management: Precise stockpile construction and management ensuring accurate inventory and efficient reclaim.
Haul Road Maintenance: Continuous haul road maintenance maintaining profiles critical for haul truck efficiency and safety.
Infrastructure Construction: Construction of roads, pads, and facilities to engineering specifications.
Rehabilitation: Progressive rehabilitation of completed mining areas to environmental standards.
Production Support: Grade control and material handling supporting high-volume production operations.
Equipment Types: Large dozers (D9-D11 class), graders (16M-24M class), excavators (100+ tonne class).
Challenges: Extreme temperatures (45°C+), abrasive materials, dust, remote locations, demanding production schedules.
Red Edge Solution: Rugged machine control systems proven in Pilbara conditions, backed by responsive support minimising downtime.
Haul Road Construction and Maintenance
Both regions require extensive haul road networks demanding precise construction and maintenance:
Initial Construction: Graders with 3D machine control constructing haul roads to design profiles with optimal drainage.
Ongoing Maintenance: Regular grading maintaining road profiles, cross-fall, and drainage critical for haul truck performance.
Productivity: Machine control enables faster, more accurate grading with reduced survey support.
Safety: Improved road quality enhances haul truck safety and reduces maintenance costs.
Fuel Efficiency: Properly maintained road profiles improve haul truck fuel efficiency and tyre life.
Red Edge Contribution: System configuration optimised for grading applications, training focused on efficient grading workflows.
Stockpile Construction
Precise stockpile construction supports inventory management and operational efficiency:
Volumetric Accuracy: Machine control enables accurate stockpile construction supporting inventory reconciliation.
Design Compliance: Construction to engineered designs ensures proper drainage and stability.
Reclaim Efficiency: Properly constructed stockpiles support efficient material reclaim.
Space Optimisation: Accurate construction maximises storage capacity within available areas.
Equipment: Dozers with 3D machine control constructing stockpiles to design surfaces.
Red Edge Support: Design file preparation, system configuration, and operator training for stockpile applications.
Rehabilitation and Final Landform
Progressive rehabilitation requires precision earthmoving to environmental specifications:
Design Compliance: Achieving final landform designs meeting environmental approval requirements.
Drainage: Precise grade control ensuring proper drainage preventing erosion.
Efficiency: Machine control reduces survey support and rework, accelerating rehabilitation.
Documentation: System data supporting compliance documentation and reporting.
Equipment: Dozers and graders with machine control reshaping completed mining areas.
Red Edge Contribution: Technical support for rehabilitation applications, integration with environmental design surfaces.
The Red Edge Advantage: Supporting Emeco Operations
Installation and Commissioning
Red Edge Resources provides professional installation services:
Pre-Installation Planning: Coordination with Emeco maintenance teams planning installations minimising equipment downtime.
Professional Installation: Experienced technicians installing systems to manufacturer specifications ensuring optimal performance.
Machine Measurement: Precise machine geometry measurement critical for system accuracy.
Calibration: Comprehensive system calibration and verification ensuring specified accuracy.
Testing: Thorough testing confirming system performance before equipment deployment.
Documentation: Complete installation documentation supporting warranty and maintenance requirements.
Operator Training
Comprehensive training ensures operators maximise system productivity:
Basic Operation: Fundamental system operation including startup, display interpretation, and basic functions.
Application-Specific Training: Training focused on specific applications (grading, excavation, dozing) relevant to equipment deployment.
Efficiency Techniques: Instruction on efficient operating techniques maximising productivity with machine control.
Troubleshooting: Basic troubleshooting training enabling operators to resolve common issues.
Refresher Training: Ongoing refresher training as required supporting operator proficiency.
On-Site Training: Training delivered on-site in Kalgoorlie and Pilbara minimising travel and disruption.
Technical Support
Red Edge Resources provides comprehensive technical support for Emeco operations:
Remote Support: Phone and remote access support for troubleshooting and problem resolution.
On-Site Support: When required, technicians travel to Kalgoorlie or Pilbara for on-site support.
Emergency Response: Rapid response for critical issues affecting equipment availability.
System Optimisation: Ongoing support optimising system configuration and performance.
Software Updates: Regular software updates providing improvements and new features.
Technical Documentation: Access to comprehensive technical documentation and resources.
Maintenance and Repair
Professional maintenance services maintain system reliability:
Preventive Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance services including inspection, cleaning, and component testing.
Calibration Services: Regular calibration ensuring systems maintain specified accuracy.
Repair Services: Expert repair services for system damage or component failures.
Component Replacement: Access to genuine replacement parts and components.
Quick Turnaround: Efficient repair processes minimising equipment downtime.
Loaner Equipment: Access to backup systems during repairs when available.
Design File Support
Red Edge Resources assists with design file preparation and management:
File Preparation: Assistance preparing design files in formats compatible with machine control systems.
File Conversion: Converting CAD designs to machine control formats.
File Loading: Support loading design files to systems and verifying correct display.
File Management: Guidance on efficient design file management and organisation.
Quality Control: Verification that design files display correctly and match design intent.
Regional Challenges and Solutions
Kalgoorlie Environment
Kalgoorlie presents specific challenges for machine control systems:
Temperature Extremes: Summer temperatures exceeding 40°C and winter nights near freezing.
Dust: Fine, pervasive dust from mining operations and dry conditions.
Ground Conditions: Variable ground including hard rock, soft clays, and everything between.
Remote Support: Distance from major centres requiring effective remote support capabilities.
Red Edge Solution: Systems proven in Kalgoorlie conditions, local technical knowledge, and responsive support.
Pilbara Environment
The Pilbara represents some of Australia’s harshest operating conditions:
Extreme Heat: Regular summer temperatures exceeding 45°C affecting equipment and personnel.
Dust and Abrasion: Iron ore dust and abrasive materials challenging equipment durability.
Isolation: Remote locations hundreds of kilometres from major centres.
Cyclones: Seasonal cyclone risk requiring equipment protection and rapid recovery.
Production Pressure: High-volume operations demanding maximum equipment availability.
Red Edge Solution: Industrial-grade systems engineered for extreme conditions, strategic parts inventory, and rapid response support.
GNSS Challenges
Both regions present GNSS positioning challenges:
Satellite Geometry: Southern hemisphere location sometimes limiting satellite geometry.
Atmospheric Conditions: Heat and atmospheric disturbance affecting signal propagation.
Pit Operations: Deep pit operations limiting sky visibility and satellite availability.
RTK Infrastructure: Remote locations requiring robust RTK correction infrastructure.
Red Edge Solution: Multi-constellation GNSS receivers maximising satellite availability, RTK network configuration expertise, and troubleshooting support.
Benefits: Emeco and Client Advantages
For Emeco
The Red Edge partnership delivers operational benefits for Emeco:
Value-Added Service: Machine control-equipped equipment differentiates Emeco’s offering and commands premium rental rates.
Client Satisfaction: Technology-equipped machinery improves client productivity and satisfaction.
Equipment Utilisation: Machine control increases equipment productivity and utilisation.
Competitive Advantage: Technology leadership positions Emeco ahead of competitors.
Simplified Management: Single-source machine control supply simplifies procurement, training, and support.
Risk Mitigation: Professional installation and support reduces technology implementation risks.
For Mining Clients
Emeco clients benefit from machine control-equipped rental equipment:
Immediate Productivity: Access to technology-equipped machinery without capital investment or implementation delays.
Reduced Survey Costs: Machine control reduces survey support requirements saving costs and improving efficiency.
Improved Accuracy: Precise grade control reduces over-excavation, improves material placement, and minimises rework.
Faster Project Completion: Increased productivity accelerates project timelines.
Flexibility: Rental model provides flexibility to scale equipment up or down based on project demands.
No Technology Risk: Emeco and Red Edge assume technology implementation and support risks.
Operator Training: Access to trained operators or training for client operators.
Technology Evolution: Future Collaboration
Emerging Technologies
The partnership positions Emeco to leverage emerging machine control technologies:
Autonomous Capabilities: Integration of autonomous and semi-autonomous features as technology matures.
Advanced Sensors: Incorporation of additional sensors including LiDAR and cameras enhancing system capabilities.
Connectivity: Enhanced connectivity enabling remote monitoring, diagnostics, and support.
Artificial Intelligence: AI-powered features optimising equipment performance and operator assistance.
Integration: Deeper integration with mine planning, fleet management, and operational systems.
Continuous Improvement
Ongoing partnership refinement:
Performance Review: Regular review of system performance and improvement opportunities.
Feedback Integration: Incorporation of Emeco and client feedback into system configuration and support.
Training Evolution: Continuous enhancement of training programs based on operational experience.
Support Optimisation: Ongoing refinement of support processes ensuring maximum efficiency.
Technology Updates: Regular updates ensuring systems incorporate latest features and improvements.