Groz has always been ahead of time

Apurba Chakraborty, Vice President and Head Domestic Channel Business, Groz Tools, gets candid about the company's global presence

- Apurba Chakraborty

What are the current trends in the mining equipment market that you believe are shaping the industry?

The current and future of mining equipment is expected to include the below developments. However, lot more AI-based and electric/robotic based equipment will be seen soon, beside these developments in coming future.

Eco-friendly solutions: Electric and hybrid vehicles, solar-powered drills, and equipment with reduced emissions are becoming more common.

Digitalization: Digital mining technologies will help increase productivity, reliability, and reduce costs.

Automation: Automation and teleoperation systems can monitor machines, control operations, and enhance safety and productivity.

Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) sensors: These sensors can measure, record, and transmit data from mining assets to management systems.

Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS): These systems can improve the efficiency of autonomous vehicles and drones by enhancing navigation precision and minimizing the risk of collisions.

Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI: These technologies can synthesize large amounts of data to generate insights and predictive models.

Some other examples of future mining equipment include:

Drilling robots: These robots can drill holes for blasting or exploration in areas that are too dangerous or difficult for humans to reach.

Battery electric underground loaders: These loaders can be operated remotely from the surface, keeping operators out of harm's way.

What products or solutions are you showcasing at this edition of IMME? What is your focus during the exhibition?

"Groz" with its worldwide leadership presence and notable position has always been ahead of time, contributing to the mining industry, with its latest introduction of highly efficient and robust product basket.