Mill

Remove the unknown

Install wear sensors to know when to replace your
liners and maximise your return of investment

Mill

Mills crush and grind ore into fine particles, liberating valuable minerals for extraction. The liners within these mills play a vital role, not only protecting the mill shell from heavy impact and abrasion but also enhancing grinding efficiency. OPTIWEAR sensors integrated into these liners are a must in any modern smart milling operations. They enable real-time remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and optimised liner usage and design, which improves operational efficiency, reduces downtime, and enhances safety. By delivering precise data, these sensors empower data-driven decision-making, contributing significantly to the overall performance, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability of mining operations. 

Installation

Specifications of Sensors

SPECIFICATIONS ACTIVE
Length 25-1000mm
Probe diameter 10mm
Resolutions >0.2mm
Graduations 0-100 *infinitely variable
Response speed <1ms
Battery Life 2 years
Cloud platform compatible Yes
Water rating IP67
Working temperature range -40 ~ 85°C
Vibration 14.1g, IEC 60068-2-64:2008
Shock 10g, IEC 60068-2-6:2007
EMC – IEC IEC 61000-4-2
IEC 61000-4-2 IEC 61000-4-3

Benefits of
OPTIWEAR Sensors

Tailored for Precision: Our OPTIWEAR sensors are fit for purpose, delivering customisable solutions.

Non-conductive

The industry’s only non-conductive wear sensor, a game-changer for slurry and wet environments. Designed to deliver precise and reliable data where conductivity often distorts readings, this groundbreaking technology is essential for maintaining data integrity in mills, slurry pumps, and pipes.


High Resolution

Experience unmatched precision with sensors that provide up to 100 measurement intervals and a resolution as fine as 0.2mm. Tailor the solution to fit your specific needs, capturing critical and frequent data points to empower informed insights and decisions.


Configurable sensor arrays

Configurable sensor arrays allow precise placement of OPTIWEAR sensors, ensuring accurate measurement at critical points. This flexibility ensures that only relevant and targeted data is captured, enhancing the effectiveness of monitoring and analysis. Additionally, sensor placement is not restricted to predefined bolt hole locations, offering greater adaptability to specific operational needs


Easy to install

OPTIWEAR sensors are embedded within the mill liner, with the installation process typically completed at the foundry. 

 


Agile sensor placement

Our sensor solution offers the flexibility to position OPTIWEAR sensors exactly where needed, rather than being limited to specific locations like bolt holes. This enables precise measurement at targeted points, ensuring the capture of specific and relevant data. Within a mine, critical points on each mill liner—both the lifter and the plate—can be measured simultaneously using an array of sensors, providing a comprehensive view that a single sensor or fixed placement cannot achieve. 


Seamless operations

Seamless operations are ensured through the integration of OPTIWEAR sensors, allowing real-time data collection without interrupting or disrupting ongoing processes. This enables continuous monitoring and efficiency without any downtime.








Benefits of
Wear Fusion

Wear Fusion: Precision data for informed decisions and peace of mind.

Safety mindset

Safety is non-negotiable. Our solutions are engineered to uphold the highest safety standards, minimizing risks and safeguarding both people and assets. By integrating our sensors, you create a secure and reliable environment for your operations.


Live reporting

Live reporting of sensor data provides immediate, real-time insights into operational performance. This enables operators to make informed decisions quickly, identify inefficiencies, and respond to issues as they arise, minimising downtime and optimising processes. With continuous access to current data, businesses can maintain greater control and flexibility, improving overall productivity and system reliability.


Alerts

The ability to set automated alerts ensures continuous monitoring and early detection, offering peace of mind by reducing manual oversight. With this feature, operators can confidently “set it and forget it,” knowing that the system will notify them of critical events or changes, allowing for timely interventions without constant supervision.


Intelligent insights

The ability to optimize the process is elevated through AI machine learning, offering intelligent insights directly to operators. By integrating real-time data from sensors, equipment, and throughput material, accurate predictions can be effectively communicated and acted upon, such as live charge trajectory or the pebble rate within a mill.


Partnership focused

Our approach is centered on partnership, working closely with you to unlock maximum value and deliver tailored solutions that meet your specific needs. Our commitment is to work alongside you, ensuring that our solutions evolve with your needs and continue to provide enduring benefits.


Access to expertise

By working with us, you gain access to a team of experts ready to provide tailored advice to drive performance. Our industry experience and data expertise ensure you receive the insights needed to succeed.








Case Studies

There have been over 25 applications to date covering Mills, Crushers, Chutes, Slurry Pumps and Pipes. ​Over 150 sensors installed, without a single failure.

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