Company Announcement - Heat stroke has long been cause for concern in underground mining, experienced as a result of the relatively narrow range of climatic conditions within which the unprotected human body can operate efficiently. It occurs when heat is absorbed into the body faster than it can be lost. To date, factors for combating heat stress on underground mine sites include ensuring that workers are appropriately clothed, are acclimatized to high heat environments, and are adequately hydrated and rested. This generally involves miners leaving the work area at regular intervals, and travelling extended distances to an underground break room.
A far more time and cost efficient solution is the new Climate Control Shelter; a fully portable unit that can be placed in close proximity to the underground work area, and relocated as required. The shelter minimises time lost during legally mandated break times, which up until now can contribute to several hours of wasted productivity every shift. “Drawing on our experience in fire resistance and chamber technology, the CCS utilises one inch thick glass wool rigid board clad over the refuge’s steel structure”, said North American Director, James Rau.
“The CCS is a thermally insulated structure, limiting the transfer of heat between the internal chamber and external environment. This allows occupants to set the split system air conditioner to any desired running temperature (including heating for cold climates), and for the internal temperature to equalize quickly.” Included within the unit are hand wash facilities and cushioned seating to provide comfort, as well as communication entry ports, a fire extinguisher, internal and external lighting, and a portal window.
If you are interested in the c for your site, please contact MineARC, whose qualified engineers can work closely with you to produce a solution to best suit your needs. For more information on this media release please contact Andrew Kindon, Marketing Manager, on: +61 (8) 9333 4966 or andrew.kindon@minearc.com.au