Last Updated: 10 February 2025
At Wenco International Mining Systems, our Dynamic Dispatch system is a key component of the Wencomine Fleet Management System (FMS), delivering significant gains to our clients. While much of the magic happens during the dispatching of empty trucks, there's an equally important aspect that often goes unnoticed—how we manage loaded trucks.
The Magic of Empty Dispatching
Dynamic dispatching assigns trucks to the best load and dump points based on your site’s needs. By configuring your preferences, the system can deliver more material, reduce equipment requirements, lessen wait times, or achieve other key performance indicators (KPIs) for your operation, such as achieving a configured blend or material feed requirement. On average, mines running dynamically see an 11% boost in truck cycles, producing more material in the same time with the same equipment.
A significant part of this efficiency comes from how we dispatch empty trucks. The system looks ahead to determine when loading units will be free, minimizing queueing by factoring in congestion, route, and travel times. This forward-looking approach ensures that trucks are always moving efficiently.
The Overlooked Importance of Full Truck Dispatching
Typically, once an empty truck is dispatched to a loading unit, the material being mined at that unit determines where the truck will go next—whether to a waste dump, a crusher, or a stockpile. But what happens when circumstances change?
Wenco's Dynamic Dispatch system constantly monitors changes in circumstances. For example, if a crusher goes down or is bridged and therefore not available, this will result in long wait times before dumping. If a truck en route to a crusher no longer meets the feed requirements due to a change in ore grade, an excessively high material delivery rate (Ton/Hr), high bin levels detected by sensors, or anticipated long wait times before dumping, the system can redirect it mid-route to a stockpile. This real-time adjustment is not common and requires several factors to align slightly off-plan. However, when it does happen, it ensures that plant feed requirements are met, preventing potential disruptions in the production process.
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Why It Matters
These mid-route adjustments might seem minor, but they play a critical role in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of mining operations. By ensuring that trucks are always delivering the right material to the right place, Dynamic Dispatch helps mines hit their production targets more consistently. This capability not only optimizes the use of equipment but also supports better resource management and operational flexibility. When a truck is redirected mid-route to meet changing requirements, it prevents potential disruptions and ensures that the plant operates smoothly, maintaining the desired production flow.
Final Thoughts
Dynamic Dispatch is more than just a tool for assigning trucks; it's a sophisticated system that adapts to real-time changes, ensuring optimal performance at every stage of the mining process. The ability to dynamically redirect full trucks is a powerful feature that helps mines achieve their production goals with precision. At Wenco, we are proud to offer a solution that delivers tangible benefits, from improved efficiency and resource management to enhanced operational flexibility. By leveraging Dynamic Dispatch, mining operations can achieve significant gains, ensuring they stay competitive and productive in a demanding industry.
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Published: 10 February 2025
Last Updated: 10 February 2025