MineARC Systems specialises in the manufacture and supply of refuge chamber solutions to civil engineering companies and tunnelling contractors. As members of the International Tunnelling Association, MineARC have engineered a series of refuge chambers that fully comply with the ITA ‘Guidelines for the Provision of Refuge Chambers in Tunnels Under Construction’. They also offer a range to comply with the British Standard (BS EN 16191:2004) Safety Requirements for Tunnelling Machinery. Ensuring the highest quality control specifications are met, MineARC is the only manufacturer of refuge chambers worldwide with an ISO: 9001 quality rating.
MineARC Systems specialises in the manufacture and supply of refuge chamber solutions to civil engineering companies and tunnelling contractors. As members of the International Tunnelling Association, MineARC have engineered a series of refuge chambers that fully comply with the ITA ‘Guidelines for the Provision of Refuge Chambers in Tunnels Under Construction’. They also offer a range to comply with the British Standard (BS EN 16191:2004) Safety Requirements for Tunnelling Machinery. Ensuring the highest quality control specifications are met, MineARC is the only manufacturer of refuge chambers worldwide with an ISO: 9001 quality rating.
MineARC provides peace of mind to clients with their System Intelligence product suite; designed to provide real-time refuge chamber monitoring, communication and system diagnostics. With vital data fed directly to MineARC’s unique GuardIAN online interface, sites can manage their chamber fleet’s operating systems remotely; receiving immediate fault alerts and enabling communication during emergency use. MineARC’s tunnelling chambers can be fitted with remote monitoring systems or a client’s own control system, as well as to custom specifications depending on requirements.
To complement their refuge chamber offering, MineARC’s award winning EnviroLAV Waste Management System can be easily positioned at the rear of the TBM gantry, allowing for quick and simple installation and service on site. The Compact model EnviroLAV features a small footprint of less than 1.5m2; an ideal size for the tight confines of the TBM where space is a limiting factor. Removable steps allow for further maximisation of space. The EnviroLAV’s unique waste breakdown process reduces emptying requirements to just once per year based on standard usage and environmental conditions; providing significant cost savings throughout the life of the tunnelling project.
With 20 years’ experience in the field, MineARC’s dedication to ongoing research and development has kept them at the forefront of controlled environment and safe refuge technology. MineARC Refuge Chambers have been used successfully around the world in multiple mining and tunnelling emergencies to save lives. With a strategic focus on client support, MineARC has offices and manufacturing facilities in Australia, South Africa, Chile, China, Europe and the United States, as well as a strong distribution network worldwide. MineARC is able to provide clients with 24-hour global support on custom design projects, commissioning and servicing.
MineARC is proud to have won the International Tunnelling Awards in both 2013 and 2015, and has been named a finalist in this year’s upcoming awards.