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Understanding Precision vs. Accuracy in High-Precision Machine Guidance

In high-precision machine guidance, the terms precision and accuracy are often misused — yet both play distinct and critical roles in mining operations. This blog explores the fundamental differences between the two, explaining how precision enables repeatable, consistent equipment control, while accuracy ensures alignment with true positions and mine plans. The post details how these concepts impact safety, productivity, machine wear, and operational planning, using relatable analogies and real mining examples. It also highlights how Wenco’s High-Precision GPS (HPGPS) and Stockpile Manager integrate both elements to deliver optimal fleet performance and inventory control.

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Maintenance KPIs: A Check Box or a Change Tool?

Mining KPIs should do more than report past performance—they should drive real change. Wenco Asset Health shifts the focus from reactive reporting to proactive decision-making, leveraging Industry 4.0 data to optimize asset health, reduce downtime, and align maintenance with business goals. Learn how to transform your KPIs into a powerful change tool.
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A Productivity Case for Fatigue Monitoring

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The Hidden Power of Dynamic Dispatch: Optimizing Loaded Truck Routes

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The Future of Mining: Small Truck Mining and Selective Extraction

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