Ok Tedi Mining Limited has become the first company in the world to acquire and deploy two ArcSAR Neo radar systems, strengthening slope monitoring and geotechnical risk management at its mine in Western Province.
The successful deployment and commissioning of the next-generation slope stability monitoring radar marks an advance in how Ok Tedi monitors and manages mine-slopes.
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Developed by IDS GeoRadar, a Hexagon company, the ArcSAR Neo is an advanced slope monitoring system designed to improve safety, reliability and decision-making in complex mining environments.
The new system provides a clearer view of ground conditions, allows monitoring to continue during network interruptions and can automatically adjust its position after being moved for blasting activities.
These features are particularly valuable in Ok Tedi’s complex mining environment, where pit operations are becoming narrower and deeper, presenting ongoing geotechnical challenges.
Since commissioning, the system has demonstrated improvements in data quality, reliability and confidence in decision-making.
Equipped with advanced processing technology and sophisticated monitoring software, the ArcSAR Neo reduces common sources of interference, including atmospheric conditions and signal distortions.
This has resulted in fewer false alarms and more reliable slope stability assessments.
The radar’s enhanced resolution enables the detection of very small ground movements at an earlier stage, allowing potential risks to be identified and managed proactively.
This strengthens Ok Tedi’s ability to maintain safe, productive and efficient mining operations while managing geotechnical hazards.
Designed to operate in challenging environments, the ArcSAR Neo also incorporates durability improvements to address historical issues such as water ingress, supporting reliable operation in Ok Tedi’s high-rainfall conditions.
The system is supported by trained and certified Ok Tedi technicians responsible for its ongoing maintenance and operation in accordance with industry best practice, with additional technical support from IDS GeoRadar specialists.
The deployment represents a significant advancement in Ok Tedi’s slope monitoring program.
While previous ArcSAR systems have provided dependable service for many years, the ArcSAR Neo introduces greater precision, reliability and operational value.
Ok Tedi will continue to assess the long-term performance of the technology under site-specific conditions and progressively integrate its outputs into the company’s broader strategy.
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Combined training and development of technical personnel will also help maximize the benefits of the investment.
The successful acquisition and deployment of the ArcSAR Neo radar systems reinforces Ok Tedi’s commitment to using innovative technology to improve safety outcomes, enhance operational performance and support sustainable mining practices.