The latest commodity based solution from Runge Pincock Minarco (RPM), Open Pit Metals Solution (OPMS), has received exceptional reviews from customers. The initial customer feedback supports the view that commodity based solutions represent the next evolution in mine scheduling. RPM’S CEO, Richard Mathews expressed surprise at the speed with which customers saw the value of the mining software. OPMS features a process-driven user interface that guides users step-by-step through the scheduling process. It takes the power of RPM’s industry leading scheduling product, XPAC and delivers it in a streamlined, simplified, commodity focused solution. This key benefit was a driving force behind the decision of Anglo American’s Kumba Iron Ore division to purchase OPMS after having performed an in-depth market evaluation. OPMS puts everything in one place and automates data consistency and validation in an off-the-shelf product. The simplified user interface turns a complex exercise into a swift, simple and iterative scheduling process. Given that they, like many organisations have limited time to make decisions, the OPMS allows them to run multiple scenarios in minutes rather than days, enabling their engineers to make informed recommendations. The removal of scripts dramatically reduces the time and complexity of implementing the product. The ability for users to quickly and easily master the solution and start producing practical schedules are just some of the benefits. OPMS has been described by users as a ‘best of both worlds’ solution with a streamlined user interface built on top of an industry-leading robust scheduling engine.

HAULSIM is 3D Discrete Event Simulation (DES) software, built specifically to model mine haulage systems. Because HAULSIM uses DES, it is able to model equipment interactions and infrastructure as well as the traditional haul cycle. Ground-breaking in functionality and capability, HAULSIM is an industry-leading haulage simulation solution that has saved countless dollars in capital investment for individual mining companies across the globe. With its simple user interface and intuitive design, HAULSIM allows users to simulate current operations and future mine plans with complete confidence. Capital investment decisions can now be made with accuracy and an understanding of the total impact, delivering a step change in your mine’s future.

• Rapid deployment - models can be created in hours not months
• Intuitive user interface; contains no scripting and gives the user immediate feedback via the 3D view
• Integrated TALPAC travel time engine
• Integrated TALPAC load time calculations
• Road rules management including stop signs, one-way, one lane and no-through roads
• Models infrastructure like crushing and conveying, stockpiles and ore passes
• Integration with RPM’s Commodity-based Scheduling Solutions
• Models multiple sources and destinations simultaneously
• Models multiple equipment types simultaneously

The SPM Salford Predictive Modeler software suite is a highly accurate and ultra-fast analytics and data mining platform for creating predictive, descriptive, and analytical models from databases of any size, complexity, or organization. This suite of data mining tools includes Salford Systems' flagship products of CART, MARS, TreeNet, and Random Forests. The SPM software suite's automation accelerates the process of model building by conducting substantial portions of the model exploration and refinement process for the analyst. While the analyst is always in full control, we optionally anticipate the analysts next best steps and package a complete set of results from alternative modeling strategies for easy review. Do in one day what normally requires a week or more using other systems!