In the world of mining, shafts and conveyances form the lifelines of productivity, safety, and efficiency. Every detail, from guide alignment to conveyance fit, can influence the integrity and operation of an entire site. Recognizing this, SafeSight’s Digital Shaft and Conveyance Services have been purpose-built to transform the way mining companies approach quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC), ensuring that issues are identified before they cost time, money, or safety underground.
A Smarter Approach to QA/QC
Traditional QA/QC for shafts and conveyances relies heavily on manual inspection, measurement tools, and post-installation adjustments. While effective to a degree, this process can be time-consuming and prone to errors, particularly when precise alignment and symmetry are critical. That’s where SafeSight’s LiDAR-powered digital scanning takes over.
Using advanced LiDAR technology, SafeSight creates millimetre-accurate 3D digital twins of both shafts and conveyances. These ultra-precise models can be used to:
- Identify fabrication or refurbishment issues before shipment,
- Digitally inspect conveyance symmetry and alignment,
- Virtually dry-fit conveyances into shafts to ensure compatibility prior to delivery,
- And record condition benchmarks that can be compared after shipping to assess transit damage.
The result? Data-backed QA/QC decisions that reduce rework, avoid costly onsite delays, and support a proactive approach to shaft maintenance and conveyance installation.
The Power of the Digital Twin
At the core of SafeSight’s service is the ability to scan and model shaft and conveyance systems with unprecedented fidelity, accurate to within 1 mm. This level of detail creates a powerful digital asset that becomes a foundational tool for both OEMs and site operators. Whether used to validate refurbishment work, pre-fit new conveyances, or plan shaft repairs, the digital twin becomes an integral part of your operation’s lifecycle.
Each service is customizable based on required accuracy levels:
- Best: +/- 2.8 mm for high-precision work order definition and guide alignment.
- Better: +/- 3.4 mm for solid QA/QC and adjustment planning.
- Good: +/- 4.0 mm for general assessments.
- In-Motion: 1–3 cm accuracy ideal for inspection surveys.
These scalable options allow teams to match fidelity with purpose, from deep QA/QC inspections to fast scans for early detection of structural changes.
Deliverables That Drive Action
With every scan, SafeSight delivers actionable insights, not just raw data. For shaft scans, this includes:
- A fully meshed 3D model (PTS or PTX format),
- 360° video of each scan set,
- DXF measurements for face-to-face, buntons, dividers, and guide alignment,
- A findings summary table to directly support work order definition.
- For conveyances, deliverables include:
- Fully meshed 3D model of the conveyance,
- DXF measurements for slipper alignment and overall symmetry,
- A findings summary table to validate quality or identify required adjustments.
In both cases, SafeSight’s deliverables remove guesswork and replace it with clear, visual, and measurable data.
Beyond QA/QC: A Strategic Asset
While QA/QC remains a cornerstone use case, SafeSight’s Shaft and Conveyance Services offer benefits that stretch far beyond the inspection phase. These include:
Operational efficiency:Shorten planning cycles with pre-fitted models and data-rich insights.
Improved safety:Reduce time spent physically inspecting shafts by using digital replicas.
Enhanced collaboration:Share models and data with contractors, engineers, or OEMs to align on specifications and work scopes.
Lifecycle asset management:Use digital twins as baselines for future inspections, refurbishment tracking, and long-term shaft health assessments.
Setting the New Standard in Shaft Management
SafeSight’s services are not just about scans, they’re about setting a new direction in shaft and conveyance management. With over five years of expertise in underground digital data collection, SafeSight has built proprietary processes that deliver repeatable, high-accuracy results at scale.
By combining digital innovation with practical mining experience, SafeSight empowers operators to plan better, act sooner, and reduce operational risk, one scan at a time.
Want to experience the future of shaft and conveyance QA/QC?
Visit SafeSight’s Shaft Services page or contact us at [email protected] to learn how we can support your next project.