Case Study: a global mining organization improves safety and productivity with HCL IoT solutions

Multi-National Mining Organization - Customer Case Study

The customer, a multi-national mining organization, faced significant challenges with safety and productivity, including frequent vehicle collisions, inefficient safety roll-calls lasting hours, and machine downtime due to malfunctions. They partnered with HCL and its IoT WoRKS solution to address these critical operational pain points.

HCL implemented a connected safety system using a Smart Jacket to detect nearby vehicles and a Smart Helmet to receive audio alerts. A command center used geo-location to track personnel and automate processes. This solution dramatically reduced blast roll-call time from several hours to just five minutes, increased productivity by reducing machine downtime, and enhanced miner safety, leading to a reduction in accidents and associated insurance claims.