Since 1995, the member companies have directed research and influenced the manufacturers and suppliers to improve surface mining technology and services. Each year the seminar tackles a new topic of concern for the industry, from development in large haulage trucks, to wireless communications and information technologies. Diesel emissions evaluation Standard definitions for the benchmarking of availability and utilization of equipment Mine haulroad design and construction New projects are considered at regular meetings. Two user groups have been formed to tackle specific challenges head-on and develop soilid solutions that can benefit surface mining companies across Canada and North America. These user groups illustrate the effectiveness of collaboration.
New participants are always welcome, even in projects that are currently underway.