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MineAx™Wireless RFIDMiner Tracking System
We work where you work!

MSHA APPROVED

Complete and Simple
TWO PROBLEMS…
PERSONNEL TRACKING
MINEWIDE COMMUNICATIONS
ONE SOLUTION

Complete and Simple
TWO SYSTEMS…
PERSONNEL TRACKING
ONE CABLE

Network Functionality

Communications Overview
UltraComm System

Tunnel Radio
Underground Communications
To Mine A/C
Power
Supply

UltraComm Communications
USA Patent No. 6,195,561

Basic System Features
Person to Person Wireless Communication
Across Network
Surface to Underground Use
Fully Mine Tested
Simple to Install
Simple to Maintain

Advanced System Features
Ethernet Compatible
Fully Digital Capable
Network Compatible
Multi-Channel Capable
Enhanced Range for Emergency Use
Emergency Operational Features
Wireless Data Transmission

Competitive Comparison
Expected Signal Range

Digital TrackingOverview
MineAx System

Tunnel Radio
Underground Communications and TRACKING
To Mine A/C
Power
Supply

Typical
Coal
Installation
Three entrances covered with a
Triple Port Reader
and the
TR-PS-8 Power Supply
Fresh Air
Miner
Pillar
TR-PS-8
Neutral Air
TR-MX-332C-3
Mine Main Entrance
Miner
Return Air
Miner

Normal Tag Operation

One unit per installation
Located outside mine
Polls reader units
Retrieves data and sends to tracking server
Stores incoming data
Tracking Head End Unit

Personnel Tag
Small
Lightweight Portable
Versatile
Vehicle / Asset Tag
Dimensions:
2.0” x 2.75” x .8”
Personal Tag
Dimensions:
1.6” x 2.6” x .8”
Small enough to put almost anywhere on an asset or vehicle

Wireless Reader for Tracking
Tag signals are collected via a locally mounted antenna
Stores incoming tag data
Emergency Flasher – can be activated from server or remotely connected computer
Network compatible

Tag LED
RFID #2
COMM LED
RFID #1
RFID #3
Emergency Flasher
RF Network Communication

ExtendedAntennaOption for Tracking
Create greater coverage area by attaching reader to cable

Power Supply
Dimensions: 11” x 14” x 5.5”
Weight: 17.5 lbs
Voltage: 120 VAC input
MSHA Approval :#23-A100002-0
TR-PS-8

Power Alternatives
AC Power
Battery Power
AC-DC power with internal battery back-up
12v DC intrinsically safe (IS) power
24 hour battery back up
Explosion-proof enclosure
Battery powered using UL rated 3.6 v DC LiON battery pack (90 day)
DC output is protected by fuse / resistor combination to assure IS permissibility
LED and data provisions include low battery warning

Dual Reader / Single Power SupplyWiring Diagram

Digital TrackingSoftware Features
MineAx System

Network Functionality

Digital Features
Creates data ‘highway’ for digital radios
MineAx digital tracking
Network connectivity
Remote (web-based) monitoring, access and control
Control and monitoring capabilities for lights, fans, stench release, etc.
Remote upgrade capabilities

Software Features for Tracking:
Personnel locations shown on mine map
Easily edit employee information
Quickly add or change tag assignments
Search by name, description, or tag ID
Detailed history reports – by zone, or individual
Emergency warning signal
Low battery indicators
Remote monitoring

Personnel locations shown on mine map

Easily access or edit employee information

Detailed history reports – by individual

Detailed history reports – by zone

Search by name, description, SSN or tag ID

System Alerts – including low battery indicators

Emergency Warning Signal

MineAx™ “Bird-Dog” Tracking
Wirelessly transmits the location of every person and asset in your mine back to the surface
Compatible with TR UltraComm ‘backbone’
Full featured software – includes history and mapping capabilities
Tag read range: 50’ – 400’
Wireless readers provide maximum flexibility
Battery ‘sleep’ mode capable
Low battery warning
Emergency warning signal lights
Simple to install and maintain

Complete and Simple
TWO PROBLEMS…
PERSONNEL TRACKING
ONE SOLUTION

Complete and Simple
TWO SYSTEMS…
PERSONNEL TRACKING
ONE CABLE

Alpha Natural Resources
Amfire Mining Company
Barrick Gold Corp.
Blue Mountain Energy
Carmeuse Lime & Stone
Coeur Mining
Hecla Mining Company
Newmont Mining Corp.
Teck Cominco
A few of our customers…

All readers are enclosed in an IP66 and UL rated dust and waterproof sealed fiberglass box, capable of surviving impact damage.
IS power for reader unit is derived from two independent means – AC and battery
Main reader board is thermally protected using a solder connected fast blow fuse.
Intrinsic Safe Design

The following products are MSHA Approved and may be used with Tunnel Radio Communications and Tracking Systems
UHF Amplifier
UHF Splitter – 3 way, or 4 way
UHF Splice Box
UHF End Cable Box
Tunnel Management System Card
Surge Protection – Line Suppressor
Explosion Proof Enclosure
Barrier Connection Cable
Hi-Performance Radiating Cable
Air Wall Cable
Foam Cable
Yellow Cable
Coax Cable
Portable Radio
Directional Antenna
Dipole Antenna
Conrad Antenna
Power Barrier Unit
Power Insert
Power Supply
Battery
Portable Radio
Personnel Tag
Wireless Tracking Reader

“A wireless mine... is a safer mine!”

Mine Ax Show

by Tunnel Radio of America on Apr 10, 2010

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