BIM in Mining

Applying the BIM methodology to mining enables efficient management to achieve high standards of collaboration, quality, and efficiency in an optimal manner.

What is BIM for mining projects?

BIM for mining projects refers to the use of the BIM methodology in the design, construction, and maintenance of mining facilities. This methodology allows for efficient project management, improving collaboration and quality in their implementation.

BIM use cases for mining projects

Complex industrial equipment

We model complex industrial equipment within the mining sector, including ship loaders, car dumpers, stackers and reclaimers, among others.

Materials handling infrastructure

We manage the design with BIM methodology of crushing and screening facilities, conveyor systems, drive systems, and transfer stations.

Mining sites

We plan the design, construction, and efficient extraction of materials such as iron, copper, and gold by implementing the BIM methodology in production plants and other facilities adjacent to these processes. We obtain the exact cubic meters of materials to be extracted by combining the geology of the site and the earthworks to be executed, minimizing investment risks.

LNG plants

We develop and plan all the resources needed for a plant to operate, including pipelines, wellhead works, condensate handling facilities, and carbon dioxide injection facilities, among others.

Gas facilities

The implementation of the BIM methodology in these facilities can significantly improve the efficiency and safety of their operation. In addition, digital modeling helps ensure regulatory compliance and sustainability in both onshore and offshore operations.

Desalination plants

We ensure compliance with applicable regulations in a sustainable operation where we focus on better planning, design, construction, and maintenance of mining facilities thanks to the BIM methodology.

Grain and coal terminals

We improve efficiency and safety in grain and coal terminals thanks to the BIM methodology, focusing on meeting operational goals for effective execution.

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Concentrator plant

The use of BIM in the design stage of a concentrator plant allows for greater precision in decision-making, as changes can be tested to the virtual model of the plant before its construction, reducing rework and improving construction efficiency.

Underground plant

Underground mining plants are complex and require meticulous planning and design to ensure their efficiency and safety. The BIM methodology has become an essential tool for the management of underground plant projects, as it allows for detailed and precise visualization of the plant, which enables early detection of errors and conflicts in the design.

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Frequently asked questions

BIM can improve efficiency and safety in the planning and construction of mining plants in several ways. In terms of safety, BIM helps ensure compliance with mining industry regulations, site preparation, reliability, and maintenance needs. In terms of efficiency, it allows for total control of the machinery used, as well as direct control of the actual production obtained, which allows for making appropriate decisions as the extraction project progresses.

BIM is used in the early detection of errors and conflicts in the design of mining facilities by allowing a detailed and accurate visualization of the mining plant or facility. By using BIM, errors and conflicts in the design can be detected early, allowing necessary adjustments to be made before construction.

BIM can help ensure sustainable operations in the mining industry by allowing digital modeling of mining facilities.Additionally, digital modeling of facilities enables seamless permit acquisition and sustainable operations in compliance with applicable regulations. For example, it expedites the acceptance of mine restoration plans, as it becomes easier to inform and understand what the final state of the mine will be once the extraction process is completed.

Additionally, BIM implemented in early stages of the project, such as planning and designcreates a digital asset that can benefit future mine operations. For example, by combining the BIM model with sensors placed at different points in the mine, it enables the implementation of digital twins or provides the foundation for technologies such as mixed and augmented reality focused on the operational stage.