Matrix installed a surface and underground high-speed data network system to enable communications, data, tracking, video, environmental monitoring and remote Wi-Fi blasting in an underground West Virginia limestone mine.
Burning Springs Mine was using RF methods of communication through a leaky feeder system that were inconsistent. It was often necessary for staff to go to the surface to communicate or physically go find repair personnel and other staff in order to address issues, tying up manpower and slowing operations.
The mine needed a network that solved these problems and also addressed the mine’s evolving future needs. After initial installation, the mine saw the need for adding tracking and other features to the system.