Meet the 'Rig 200,' our first semi-autonomous, remote-capable backfill drill rig at Olympic Dam in South Australia. By allowing operators to work from up to 10 meters away from the drill hole, we have enhanced safety and efficiency, offering: ✅ Reduced exposure to high-pressure air zones ✅ Improved handling of heavy equipment ✅ Minimized noise levels and manual tasks Safety remains our top priority. Olympic Dam is one of the world's most significant deposits of copper, gold, and uranium. As we move towards a lower carbon future, copper is essential for creating the infrastructure needed for renewable energy sources such as wind and solar. #Copper #BHP #SouthAustralia #Safety
Very interesting
Wow - Impressive!
Do they instrument those deep holes for tmperature data?
Well done Steven McCarthy 👏🏻
Great to see continuous innovation coming out of Olympic Dam 👏 Semi-autonomous backfill drill rigs like this are a huge step for both safety and productivity underground. Increasing operator distance from the face, reducing exposure to high-pressure systems and cutting down manual handling — these are the kinds of changes that genuinely move the industry forward. As someone actively learning underground drill & backfill processes, it’s exciting to see how rapidly these technologies are evolving. Looking forward to seeing more of this direction across UG operations.
Enhancing safety and efficiency at Olympic Dam is a testament to BHP's commitment to responsible mining practices, particularly in high-pressure air zones. The semi-autonomous, remote-capable backfill drill rig reduces operator exposure, minimizes noise levels, and streamlines heavy equipment handling, ultimately supporting a safer and more sustainable mining operation.
A perfect example of how engineering and safety can evolve together. Remote-capable rigs like this don’t just reduce risk — they change the entire way operators approach high-pressure and heavy-load environments. The future of mining will be built on smart automation and safe distance operations.
This is pretty cool 👍
Well done 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
This semi-autonomous design significantly reduces operator exposure to hazardous zones, aligning with BHP's commitment to safety. At Euro-Gear, we specialize in optimizing and repairing heavy equipment for mining operations. Call us at 866-702-3126 (toll free) if you need custom engineering solutions to enhance your remote-capable equipment's performance and longevity.