NEWS / edition 28
EDITORIAL
NEWS
We invite you to review some Enaex’s news!
GLOBAL
ENAEX REGISTERED AN INCREASE OF 6 POINTS IN THE DOW JONES SUSTAINABILITY INDEX AND ACHIEVED THE HIGHEST SCORE IN ITS HISTORY
Enaex registered an increase of 6 points in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), an indicator that measures the performance of companies under environmental, social and governance criteria, achieving the highest score in its history and its seventh consecutive year present in this ranking.
The company obtained 73 points in the general dimension, which means a considerable increase compared to the 67 points obtained in 2021. The other dimensions that registered the greatest increase were the environmental dimension stood out with 75 points (+9) and the social dimension with 71 points (+4).
These positive results are in line with Enaex’s values and objectives, such as the comprehensive development of communities, environmental awareness and responsible and sustainable business management, all encompassed in our priority value: Life.
GLOBAL
The Enaex Hackathon 2022 grand finale
After months of preparation and a pleasant day in the city of São Paulo, the Hackathon Enaex 2022 culminated with the announcement of its first three places, who demonstrated with their projects that innovation and entrepreneurship are Our Strength.
First place went to Enaex France with the Mineed team, made up of Aymeric Denuelle, Lou Dumanoir and Sylvain Casarotto.
Second and third place, meanwhile, remained in Brazil thanks to the triumphs of the Value Proposition Simulator teams (composed of Gustavo Battiston, Maycon Bentz and Thais Costa) and Chatbot Human Resources (composed of Gabriel Cruz, Genecy Freitas and Rafael Lima).
We congratulate and thank all the collaborators who participated in Hackathon 2022. You showed that Enaex lives and breathes innovation!
GLOBAL
Climate Survey reached record participation in its 2022 version
Our 2022 Climate survey, which sought to learn in depth the work climate of all Enaex offices and plants worldwide, ended with a record level of participation.
In general terms, the survey obtained 79.3% of positive responses regarding Organizational Climate -a considerable rise compared to the results achieved last year- and a global participation of 88.7 percent, which means that we got more than 5,400 responses worldwide, with big increases in Mexico and Australia of more than 10 points.
Other figures to highlight were the great evaluation obtained by the concept of Agility in our company, which reached 86.72 percent in its first inclusion and brought with it great results; and the historic 82.7% positive perception of the Innovation section.
ARGENTINE
Technology as the basis for operational excellence
In order to analyze different KPIs for improving results on the advance fronts, test blasting was carried out at the Mariana Norte 525 mine, Cerro Negro, with the Davey Tronic Swift system.
This test consisted of carrying out alternate actions between pyrotechnic and electronic detonators to later analyze the results. The tests were successful and the client, Newmont, was very satisfied with these advances that allow first-class technological operations in the country and consolidate us as its strategic partners.
The KPIs involved are: decrease in over-excavation and under-excavation, increase in face advance, decrease in vibrations due to flexibility of the sequence and improvement in fragmentation.
We continue to generate stronger ties! We keep working to achieve operational excellence! We continue to make mining a safe and humanized activity!
SOUTH AFRICA
Building a culture of innovation
At the Weilaagte bulk emulsion site, Peter van Wyk, Ludolf Meyer and Salmaan Bhatti of Enaex Africa’s Mining Technical Solutions team are testing innovative digital technologies.
Comparing various digital Blendex ATM silo stock measurement systems generates storage reports that are transmitted to the Integrated Business Information System (IBIS), allowing accurate stock data to be obtained in real time. Previously, someone had to climb into the silo, measure the volume and enter the data manually, a dangerous exercise.
“With this new technology, we can track products from our plant to the silo, gravity fed into the Smart MMU, transported to the mine and pumped into a drilled well,” said van Wyk.
They are also testing a 6th generation truck controller proof-of-concept for real-time metering of inputs and outputs, flow rates and product levels, and automated deployment of hose reels in the future.
“This will take us to the next level of big data and machine learning in the five Smart MMU pumps: understanding their degradation over time and performing preventative maintenance,” he added.
BRAZIL
Enaex Brasil was present at the Exposibram 2022 fair and won the award for the best stand
From September 12 to 15, Enaex was present at Exposibram 2022, one of the most important mining events in Latin America, held in the city of Belo Horizonte and receiving 61,000 visitors.
At our stand, we presented the operation of the Daveytronic Swift® through a simulator that reproduces a real scenario to use and program the product settings, in a space that represents an underground tunnel.
On the last day of the fair, our stand, integrated with the other companies of the Sigdo Koppers Group in Brazil – SKIC and Magotteaux – was chosen by visitors as the best of the fair, for the second time.
“We already won recognition in the last face-to-face edition, in 2019, and the expectation was high. We strategically chose the place and organized every detail to offer differentiated experiences to visitors, with the aim of transmitting the true values of Enaex such as innovation, sustainability and our customer-centric approach”, said the organization’s Marketing Coordinator, Jessica de Oliveira.
BRAZIL
Enaex Brasil modernizes its electronic security system with a new integrated platform
With an innovative proposal to bring information, integration and intelligence to electronic security systems, Enaex Brasil inaugurated the new Security Operations Center. The project offers new high-tech features for more efficient asset security.
Likewise, the 1st phase of implementation of the Integrated Electronic Surveillance System (SIVE), an integrating platform that will centralize information, images and interface between security systems, was completed.
Integrated solutions such as Video Management Services (VMS), Facial and License Plate Recognition (ANPR/LPR) can be deployed together to form a security blanket around critical infrastructure locations. Video alerts can address future safety and security issues. On an industrial level, surveillance can also be used to monitor productivity.
“With this platform we will be able to converge information that subsidizes decision-making more efficiently. This project represents the commitment of Enaex Brasil to guarantee a high standard of security and control for its facilities and for society as a whole”.
FRANCE
Davey Bickford Enaex participated in the European scientific research program
Thanks to the scientific facilities of the Grenoble synchrotron and under the direction of internationally renowned scientists, Nicolas Crowther and Frédéric Boudier were able to analyze different shock waves created by our detonators, using very high speed X-ray images.
This work will allow us to better understand the operation of our detonators and, in the long term, improve their performance and risk control.
The synchrotron is a very powerful source of X-rays, produced by electrons traveling at high speed. It is used by researchers in many disciplines such as manufacturing of industrial and natural materials, biology, medicine, etc.
PERU
Enaex Peru organized a face-to-face workshop on How to avoid Nox Gases and learn about reactive rocks
On Monday, October 03, our Operations Management organized the first face-to-face workshop in the city of Arequipa “How to avoid Nox Gases and learn about Reactive Rocks”, with speakers from EMTS CHILE.
In the instance, 22 collaborators from our line of supervision participated; Heads of service, blasting supervisors, technical assistants, Ssoma supervisors and service trainee of the Quellaveco, Constancia and Summa Gold operations.
PERU
The successful and enriching participation of Enaex Peru at the PERUMIN35 Mining Convention 2022
Our participation in PERUMIN35 Mining Convention 2022 has been a success and, above all, an enriching experience with our clients and attendees who participated in this event.
At our stand we presented our products in the line of explosives and the non-explosive product Plasma; as well as the development of our services in the pit with Milodón high-tonnage trucks and the innovations we have for underground operations that generate value.
Also, our colleagues Paulo Fernandez, Raul Villafuerte, Tom Valdivia, made outstanding presentations to share the Enaex experience with the attendees.
In addition, the main executives of the mining and construction sector gathered at the breakfast that was held in conjunction with SK to share the good practices that we carry out for the development of blasting processes, highlighting the commitment to stronger ties with our clients.
We thank our executives, attendees and the Institute of Mining Engineers of Peru. Once again, we reaffirm our commitment to Humanize Mining.
Australia
Buma joins Enaex Australia for an exciting new project
Enaex Australia recently signed a contract with BUMA Australia for Bowen Coking Coal’s Broadmeadow site located in Central QLD for a project that started in early June and includes a full loader service delivering over 6,000t per year.
The team is made up of eight new hires and will be supported by Nat Hamilton, Scott Perry and Brad Jenkinson.
Enaex Australia thanks everyone involved in the successful mobilization and establishment of this critical project, and warmly welcomes the new team members joining the Enaex Australia family.
Australia
Enaex Australia continues to grow with new equipment
In keeping with our growth strategy, we recently acquired a set of new equipment that includes six underground charging systems and six open-pit MPUs.
These new charging systems, which will arrive during the fourth quarter of 2022 and the first quarter of 2023, will be distributed at Enaex Australia in WA and QLD, to support existing and new business.
CHILE
Collahuasi recognized Enaex for the "Blasting Specialist" Program
Enaex received important recognition from Collahuasi for its active role in the training of students at Liceo Juan Pablo II, within the framework of the alliance with the mining company to promote the development of new talents through the “Blasting Specialist” program.
Taking advantage of the opening ceremony of the new rooms for the mining specialty, Collahuasi thanked Enaex for its contribution in promoting the emergence of young talent through special courses and the provision of advanced infrastructure.
The symbolic act was attended by the Enaex Services Manager, Hernán Sanhueza, who highlighted the importance of the alliance with Collahuasi in the training of new talents, allowing young people to have the best tools for their personal and professional development.
CHILE
Enaex received recognition as the best National Supplier and Best Performance Supplier 2022
Enaex was the recipient of 2 important awards in the 2022 version of the Phibrand Mining Supplier Ranking in the categories of Best National Supplier (spontaneous mention) and Best Performance Supplier (Explosives and Blasting segment), an award given by the main executives and professionals from mining operations in the country.
In this version of the study, a total of 392 people in key mining positions were surveyed, who decided which were the most outstanding national and international suppliers of the year.
This award given by our clients is a joint achievement of each of us who work every day at Enaex to deliver products and services of excellence, reaffirming our commitment to quality and our focus on our clients, one of our main values.
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