Showconn Launches Cutting-Edge Intelligent Solutions for Underground Loaders, Transforming Smart Mine Operations

Showconn officially unveiled its integrated intelligent solutions for underground loaders. Designed to address the harsh conditions of underground mining, the solution integrates advanced hardware, remote operation, 5G-enabled connectivity, and multi-layered safety mechanisms, setting a new benchmark for efficiency, safety, and cost reduction in the global mining industry.

A Comprehensive Intelligent Ecosystem for Underground Mining

Showconn’s intelligent solution for underground loaders is built on six core pillars, delivering end-to-end intelligence from hardware to software:

1. Robust Hardware Configuration for Harsh Environments

The solution features 10 independent hardware subsystems, tailored to withstand extreme underground conditions. Key components include:

· Vehicle-mounted computing center (industrial computer, switch, power supply) ensuring stable operation in high-humidity, dusty environments.

· Multi-sensor fusion system (LIDAR, inertial measurement units, ultrasonic radar, high-definition cameras) for 360° environmental perception.

· Vehicle-mounted weighing and monitoring subsystems, enabling real-time load tracking and equipment diagnostics.

· Flexible installation design allows customized configuration based on mine-specific requirements, supporting seamless function expansion.

2. Advanced Remote Operation Center

The remote operation center redefines operator experience with user-centric design:

· 24-inch dual-screen setup displaying real-time laser point cloud images, vehicle attitude, global maps, and path information simultaneously.

· One-click emergency functions (fire extinguishing, escape) and modular control boxes for easy upgrades.

· Customizable console layout with HDMI output for large-screen projection, supporting remote, assisted, and fully autonomous driving modes.

· Seat switches and emergency stop buttons prevent misoperation, enhancing operational safety.

3. High-Speed, Low-Latency Network Support

Showconn offers dual network topology options to ensure reliable connectivity underground:

· 5G network topology delivering upstream bandwidth >100Mbps, data latency <20ms, and video delay <200ms—critical for real-time remote control.

· AP ring topology with 2.4&5.8G wireless hotspots, ensuring continuous communication even in complex tunnel layouts.

· Built-in network monitoring and diagnosis system tracks connection status in real time, triggering automatic vehicle shutdown if latency exceeds safety thresholds.

4. Multi-Layered Safety Protection Mechanisms

Safety is prioritized through three levels of protection, addressing underground mining’s unique risks:

· Work area isolation via grating systems: Triggers immediate equipment shutdown if personnel or objects enter restricted zones, requiring manual reset for resumption.

· Intelligent anti-collision system: Front/rear LIDAR and side ultrasonic radar detect obstacles, enabling speed reduction (yellow zone) and automatic parking (red zone) to avoid collisions.

· Console and communication safety: CAN bus information monitoring ensures vehicle status transparency; loss of critical data triggers emergency braking and alarms.

5. Versatile Software with Modular Design

The software ecosystem supports diverse operational needs with scalable functions:

· Core capabilities: Remote control, assisted driving, fully autonomous navigation, multi-machine centralized control, and real-time fault diagnosis.

· Production optimization tools: Load weighing statistics, overload prevention (100-120% load alerts), and work efficiency analysis via historical data query.

· Autonomous driving features: Path planning, laser SLAM mapping, and one-click loading/unloading, reducing operator labor intensity.

· Three-level permission management (ordinary user, administrator, super administrator) ensuring data security and operational control.

6. Proven Success in Key Mining Projects

Showconn’s intelligent solutions have been successfully deployed across leading mining enterprises, including:

· Minmetals Group (Hunan mine): Remote centralized control center enabling unmanned operation, cutting labor costs by 40%.

· Shandong Gold (Yantai mine): Improved operational efficiency by 35% through autonomous driving and multi-machine control.

· Jinxitai (Lanling mine): Zero safety incidents reported since deployment, with energy consumption reduced by 28%.

Showconn: A Trusted Partner for Smart Mine Transformation

With 20 years of expertise in mobile machinery electronic control systems, Showconn serves 16 major industries and nearly 200 sub-industries worldwide. The company’s strengths lie in:

· Deep collaboration with global mining leaders and certification by Germany’s TUV for safety system design.

· End-to-end solutions covering equipment control, remote operation, and automation—critical for smart mine integration.

· A vision to become a global leader in intelligent mobile machinery, driving innovation in multi-scenario, multi-equipment intelligent linkage.

“Underground mining faces unprecedented challenges in safety, efficiency, and cost control,” said a senior executive at Showconn. “Our intelligent solution for underground loaders addresses these pain points through technology integration, helping mines achieve safer, more efficient, and sustainable operations. We are committed to partnering with mining enterprises worldwide to accelerate the transformation of smart mines.”