An indisputable potential advantage of autonomous vehicles is that they could provide increased safety, both on the road and near mining sites. Vehicle software is likely to make fewer errors in comparison to humans, meaning automation could decrease the number of casualties in mining operations.
After Fortescue completed its leading autonomous haulage project in October 2020, one of the largest fleet conversions to autonomous haulage in the industry, the company is ramping up its futuristic mobility plans with four recently rolled out, modified Ford Ranger vehicles.
While last years’ autonomous haulage project expanded Fortescue’s haulage fleet to 183 trucks, operating at Fortescue’s Solomon and Chichester Hubs in the Pilbara region of Western Australia, the new venture is bringing extra value to the mining industry. The vehicles have now been retrofitted with on-board vehicle automation systems to reap more benefits.
Fortescue revealed that its technology and autonomy team had, in collaboration with Ford Australia, retrofitted the four Ford Rangers with an on-board vehicle automation system to set up driverless equipment transfer service at the site.
Most mining companies should consider reliable heavy duty vehicles. The transportation needs of a mining company can change at a moment’s notice. Some jobs call for a commercial-grade 1/2-ton truck, while others require a 3/4- to 1-ton truck to safely transport individuals and materials.
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