Forge March 2010

The latest issue of Forge contains a great mix of stories from around the world. Read about the experience and success of our customers, as well as new product releases and coming events. We hope you enjoy the newsletter.

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Articles this month

		Technology adopters are winners Industrial development models show that companies who take up innovative technology to solve operational problems become industry leaders. Adoption of technology also empowers staff across organisations to further develop the competitive advantage. The better the technical innovation, the better the efficiency - this flows through to the bottom line and affects long-term sustainability.
		Introducing the I-Site 8800 laser scanner The I-Site 8800 represents the new generation of long range laser scanning. Maptek’s latest survey system captures data from as close as 2.5 metres up to 2000 metres at 8800 points per second. The integrated 70 megapixel camera allows panoramic colour imagery to be recorded at the same time as scanning. Ergonomic design, motorised telescope, automatic backsighting, 1 button registration and advanced software modelling tools round out the new survey solution.
		MineSuite business value Following successful implementation at Beeshoek iron ore mine, MineSuite will be installed at the Khumani mine in the Northern Cape province in South Africa. Maptek’s partner in Africa, MinLog, reports on how a phased and customised approach will ensure the technology solution is scalable as Assmang expands production.
		A new slant on stratigraphic modelling HARP modelling provides the best technique for accurate modelling of coal seams. Maptek provides the geologist with tools for interpreting and interpolating coal horizons use drillhole and downhole geophysical data. Identifying and understanding the thickness and quality of coal seams is vitally important in terms of optimising overburden removal, and mining and storing waste safely and economically.
		Maptek and industry news Read about Maptek initiatives to support industry events, and maintain strong links with community, training and research groups.