ABB Ability MineOptimize is an innovative, comprehensive portfolio of optimised electrification, drives and automation solutions, optimised engineering, digital applications and collaborative services. It combines in-depth sector knowledge, leading-edge technology and global and local project management, engineering and digital transformation expertise developed by ABB over 60 years of working with the mining and minerals industry at every stage of the mining cycle.

The digital portfolio connects all electrification, automation and digital offerings to optimise all stages in the lifecycle from design and build to operation and service – of any open pit or underground mine and minerals processing plant. Also, in the current scenario when Indian mines are combining renewable with thermal generation and battery storage, the aim is to increase efficiency while reducing their carbon footprint and overall costs.

“Optimisation of mining and mineral processing operations in order to improve productivity, reduce downtime and protect workforce and the environment is essential and an important factor in being competitive in the market,” said Martin Knabenhans, Head of Product Management for ABB’s Process Industries Business Unit. “The ABB Ability MineOptimize portfolio offers open, digitally connected mining applications for unmatched operation, maintenance, process and production performance. As digital transformation partner ABB Ability MineOptimize enables IT/OT integration for some of the world’s most cost-effective mines.”