Mining
COMMUNICATIONS THAT HELP KEEP YOUR MINES EFFICIENT AND PRODUCTIVE
Delivering Mining Communication Solutions When Every Second Underground Counts
Before sunrise, the shift was barely underway when a haul truck broke down deep inside the pit. The route that was blocked wasn’t just another road; it was the main artery of the operation. Crews scrambled to keep production moving, redirecting equipment and setting up a rapid repair. Down there, timing is everything. One stalled message or missed update can bring the whole process to a standstill.
As the maintenance team closed in, a spotter caught sight of shifting debris near the tunnel wall. He called it out instantly over the radio. Within moments, the team held position, avoiding what could have turned into a severe collapse. The job resumed safely a short while later, but only because communication did not break down.
In mining, there’s no room for uncertainty. The environment is loud, the terrain unpredictable, and the stakes high. Reliable two-way communication keeps every miner, every machine, and every move connected because underground, awareness saves lives.
COMMUNICATION THAT KEEPS MINING OPERATIONS MOVING
BUILT FOR TOUGH JOBS AND EVEN TOUGHER CONDITIONS
When you’re miles underground or spread across a sprawling surface site, there’s no time to wonder if your message got through. In mining, every exchange matters. Whether it’s a haul truck breakdown, a blasting update, or a safety warning, your crews need to know. You rely on clear, instant communication to keep production steady and workers safe. That’s where Prairie Mobile Communications comes in.
We deliver purpose-built communication systems designed for the realities of mining, including dust, vibration, noise, and all. Our solutions keep your teams connected through every shift, every challenge, and every unexpected turn.
TECHNOLOGY THAT KEEPS THE MINE TALKING
- Rugged Two-Way Radios: Built to endure the harshest environments with loud, distortion-free audio and one-touch emergency alerts when seconds matter.
- LTE + Radio Connectivity: Extend your communication beyond the pit or shaft with LTE integration that bridges vast distances and deep coverage gaps.
- BDA/DAS: Carrying a wireless signal beyond where it can normally reach.
- Mobile and Fixed Video Systems: Capture on-site activity from vehicles or control rooms, improving accountability, training, and safety review.
- Dispatch and Command Platforms: Oversee operations from one central hub. Manage multiple channels, coordinate crews, and make informed calls in real time.
- GPS and Asset Tracking: Know where every piece of equipment and every crew member is, no matter how vast or remote the site.
- Unified Communication Networks: Seamlessly connect underground teams, surface supervisors, and the head office, all on one reliable platform.
From an open-pit to underground, every system we deploy is engineered to work together as one resilient network. With Prairie Mobile Communications, you don’t just get technology, you get confidence that your message will always make it through.
Two-way Radio SYSTEMS
Mining crews rely on clear, dependable communication to keep work moving and people safe. Prairie Mobile’s two-way radios are built for harsh environments. They handle dust, vibration, and noise without missing a word. From coordinating heavy equipment to reporting hazards in real time, every transmission is strong, steady, and ready when the job demands it.
BI-DIRECTIONAL ANTENNAS & DISTRIBUTIVE ANTENNA SYSTEMS
BDAs and DAS keep communication strong where signals struggle to reach. These systems extend coverage underground and across vast sites, ensuring crews stay connected with dispatch and safety teams. With reliable signal strength, miners can coordinate operations faster, respond to hazards quicker, and maintain constant communication in even the toughest conditions.
RUGGEDIZED & INTRINSICALLY SAFE EQUIPMENT
Rugged, intrinsically safe equipment is built to perform in explosive or hazardous mining environments. Designed to resist dust, moisture, and impact, it keeps workers protected while maintaining reliable communication and operation. Even in the harshest conditions, these devices deliver safety, durability, and dependable performance underground.
KEEPING MINE OPERATIONS CONNECTED
PRAIRIE MOBILE SUPPORTS MINING WITH RELIABLE COMMUNICATION
In mining, safety and efficiency depend on instant, accurate communication. Coordinating crews underground, tracking heavy equipment on the surface, and reporting hazards in real time all require systems that don’t fail. Every message matters, every signal counts. It’s how operations stay productive and accidents are prevented.
Prairie Mobile Communications delivers rugged, high-performance solutions designed for the demands of the mining industry. We partner with site managers, safety teams, and equipment operators to create networks that endure harsh environments and scale as operations expand. From routine shifts to emergency response, our technology ensures every alert, update, and instruction reaches the right people, every time.
WHY INTEGRATION MATTERS IN MINING
INTEGRATED SYSTEMS ARE GREATER THAN THE SUM OF THEIR PARTS
Mining sites are complex, with crews, vehicles, and equipment moving across multiple levels and vast areas. Without seamless communication, operations rely on a mix of radios, cell phones, BDAs, and other tools that may not always work together. Gaps in coverage or mismatched devices can slow responses, create confusion, and increase risk.
An integrated communication system unites voice, data, alerts, and tracking into a single platform. Every message reaches the right team, every alert is heard instantly, and operational updates flow in real time. The result? Faster decisions, smoother coordination, and a safer, more efficient mine.
Connect Alerts Across Your Mining Team
Prairie Mobile ensures critical updates from equipment issues to safety warnings. Instantly and simultaneously reach radios, smartphones, and dispatch consoles.
Real-Time Alerts and Alarms
Instant notifications from fire panels and security access systems are automatically directed to the mining crews who need to know. In this way, critical information reaches the mines without delay.
Departments That Stay Connected
Link mining crews, surface crews, and dispatch on one reliable network keeping every crew member in sync, every message clear, and every response coordinated from start to finish.
Streamlined Communication Platform
Bring voice, messaging, video, and location updates together into one platform. This gives all personnel complete situational awareness and seamless coordination.
BEST TWO-WAY RADIO FOR MINING OPERATIONS: MOTOROLA R7
CLEAR, RUGGED, AND RELIABLE COMMUNICATIONS FOR MINING OPERATIONS
In the mining industry, communication is the backbone of safety and productivity. Whether it’s a supervisor coordinating crews, maintenance teams managing equipment, or safety officers responding to hazards, fast, reliable communication keeps operations running efficiently. The Motorola MOTOTRBO™ R7 delivers just that. It provides clear, crisp audio, long-lasting battery life, and rugged construction built for demanding mining conditions.
From surface sites to deep underground operations, the R7 keeps crews connected, informed, and ready to respond when it counts. It’s more than a two-way radio, it’s a critical tool that supports teamwork, safety, and confidence across every part of your mine.
Key Benefits for Mining Operations:
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- Exceptional Audio Performance: Whether underground, on the pit floor, or near heavy machinery, the R7’s advanced noise-cancelling technology ensures every message is clear and understandable.
- Built to Last: With its IP68-rated rugged design, the R7 withstands dust, moisture, drops, and the harsh conditions of mining operations.
- Long Lasting Power: One charge keeps the radio running through entire shifts, extended operations, and emergencies without interruption.
- Private and Secure: Digital encryption protects sensitive operational and safety communications across your mine.
- Customizable Accessories: Compatible with earpieces, rugged speaker mics, and multi-unit chargers, the R7 supports supervisors, maintenance crews, and safety teams in every area of the mine.
Motorola R7
Strengthen safety and coordination with communication tools made for mining operations
PRAIRIE MOBILE IS THE KING OF COMMUNICATION INTEGRATION
Uniting Communication Tools That Keep Your Mine Productive, Protected, and Connected
Prairie Mobile Communications understands the unique demands of mining. From potash operations in Saskatchewan to exploration camps in the North, our team has helped build and maintain communications systems that keep mining production moving and people safe.
We design complete communication ecosystems tailored to your terrain, your operations, and your budget. We bring together the latest in two-way radio, leaky feeder, PTToC, and remote repeater technology into a single, reliable platform.
When you work with Prairie Mobile, you’re getting more than equipment. You’re getting a partner who knows mining and knows how to keep your teams connected when it matters most.
Because life in the mine moves fast, your technology should too!