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Mineware Consulting is transforming mine safety with its advanced optical character recognition (OCR) system, a cutting-edge solution that eliminates human error in safety data capture. This system streamlines the collection and management of critical safety and operational data, ensuring compliance, improving efficiency and enhancing the overall safety of mining operations.

OCR is a computerised technology that recognises printed or written text, enabling the quick and accurate extraction of data from physical documents. In mining environments, it involves generating tailored check sheets for safety, production and employee feedback. These sheets are scanned and processed digitally in less than 30 seconds per sheet, converting the data into actionable insights.

Syncromine AI: Revolutionising data processing

The introduction of Syncromine AI further enhances the OCR system’s efficiency by accurately reading handwritten checklists, reducing the time required for verification and boosting overall data processing efficiency. By leveraging mapped questions – predefined risk parameters linked to specific responses – the system can automatically trigger corrective actions, minimising the need for manual intervention. This ensures critical safety data is captured accurately and acted upon swiftly.

Mobile compatibility for real-time analysis

Mineware’s OCR system is mobile-compatible, allowing on-site data capture via mobile devices for immediate analysis. This real-time capability eliminates human error and ensures accurate, rapid processing of safety information. As part of the Syncromine software suite, the OCR system is used to scan and verify safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) capture sheets, seamlessly integrating the data into centralised databases.

Proven success in the mining sector

With successful installations at Gold Fields Limited and Impala Platinum in South Africa, Mineware’s OCR system is demonstrating its value in improving operational safety, enhancing efficiency and reducing human error in data collection.

“Health and safety are paramount in any mining operation, as any lapse can not only affect the bottom line but also put lives at risk,” says Ian Saker, managing director of Mineware Consulting. “Our OCR system addresses the challenges of managing large volumes of data, helping businesses mitigate risks and ensure safety across all levels of operations.”

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