Universal Field Robots

📣🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire Universal Field Robots (UFR). UFR will be reported in Digital Mining Technologies, a division within business area Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions. From humble beginnings of working out of Jeff Sterling's garage to being one of the fastest growing Australian robotics and automation companies in just 8 years. Over the last 8 years, the team at UFR has worked incredibly hard to be a serious player on the world stage. There have been months of hard work and dedication involved in bringing this strategic acquisition to this point. Our sincere gratitude to everyone involved. This is an exciting new chapter for Universal Field Robots. We look forward to being part of the Sandvik family and creating more value for the industry. Read the full announcement > https://lnkd.in/giQcrnmY #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #Interoperability #ZeroEntry #Safety #Efficiency #Sustianability #Teamwork #Collaboration #Acquisition #UFRAutonomy #AutoMine #Sandvik #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Riku Alexandra David Tim Rhys Kerry Daniel Kimberley Kate Joshua Jared Jessie Ross Nisharn John Hector Jackson Blake Rui Min Brett Haidar Sean

💡🦾 Interested to discover the UFR difference? Watch our latest video to hear from our Founder and MD, Jeff Sterling and Head of Sales and Commercials, Dush Wimal about what sets Universal Field Robots apart from the rest when it comes to robotics and automation technology that boosts safety, efficiency and sustainability across the mining value chain > https://lnkd.in/g9eCNcNu 💻📱 Or visit our website to learn more > https://lnkd.in/g7w_aizP #Resources #Mining #Robotics #Automation #Technology #MiningAutomation #Interoperability #Innovation #FutureOfWork #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability #UniversalFieldRobots Kerry Daniel Kimberley Kate Jessie Tim Rhys Ross Rui John Blake Nam Joshua Hugh Hannah

Congratulations to BHP on trialling the first-ever battery electric Toyota Motor Corporation HiLux double cab prototype at their Port Hedland iron ore operations in Western Australia. The trial will commence in late November and will run for a 12-month period. The battery electric HiLux double cab will be used in applications traditionally performed by diesel-powered light vehicles. Once complete, BHP will provide feedback to Toyota. BHP president Australia Geraldine Slattery said the Big Australian was excited to trial the first-ever battery electric HiLux: “Our ambition to electrify our light vehicle fleet and lower greenhouse gas emissions across our operations depends on enabling technology that can only be achieved through collaborations like this, with leading suppliers like Toyota,” Slattery said. Learn more via Australian Mining > https://lnkd.in/gp45vNFV #Resources #Mining #Electrification #ElectricVehicle #BatteryElectric #BHP #ToyotaHilux #Prototype #Testing

💡🤝 IMARC day 2 done and dusted...roll on day 3! 🌏⛏️ Team Universal Field Robots is having a blast at stand S3 at International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2024, connecting and exchanging diverse views and experience around mining automation and pathways to zero entry. Don't forget to visit our team, which includes Founder and MD Jeff Sterling, Product Manager and Robotics Engineer Jessie McVicar, Product Manager and Lead Mechanical Engineer Ross Clements, Robotics Software Engineer, Daniel Duskovic, and Business and Sales Officer Kerry Doherty to have a chat and grab some merch, including UFR stickers and haul truck socks! We're looking forward to the opportunities that the final day of the conference will bring! #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #Innovation #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability #IMARC #IMARC2024 #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Kimberley Hannah

🌏⛏️ International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2024 is underway! If you're at the conference, come and visit Team Universal Field Robots at stand S34. So far, we're enjoying connecting with likeminded innovators and sharing ideas and experience around ways in which robotics and automation technology boosts safety, efficiency and sustainability across the mining value chain. 💡🦾 Our team, which includes Founder and MD Jeff Sterling, Product Manager and Robotics Engineer Jessie McVicar, Product Manager and Lead Mechanical Engineer Ross Clements, Robotics Software Engineer Daniel Duskovic, and Business and Sales Officer Kerry Doherty would love to meet you, have a chat and offer you some merch, including some haul truck socks! #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #Innovation #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability #IMARC #IMARC2024 #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Kimberley Hannah

📣🦾 Universal Field Robots Founder and MD Jeff Sterling is in Sydney attending International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) and will be contributing to the industry panel discussion today at 4:55pm: Even With All of Today’s Transformative Technologies: What is Preventing Productivity and Project Advancement? The panel will take place at the Convergio Digital Transformation Theatre and Jeff will be joined by four fellow panellists: 💡 Billie Rutherford, Superintendent Business Improvement, Ravenswood Gold 💡 Trent Smith, Head of Autonomy & Operations Technology, Thiess 💡 Mark O'Brien, General Manager - Digital Technology & Innovation (CIO), CITIC Pacific Mining 💡 Neville Plint, Chief Executive Officer, Mining3 Jeff looks forward to unearthing some diverse views and experience. Team UFR will be at stand S34 for the duration of IMARC. We're looking forward to connecting with likeminded mining innovators to share ideas and experience. We hope to see you there! #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #Innovation #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability #IMARC #IMARC2024 #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Kerry Daniel Kimberley Hannah Ross

At this year’s MINExpo INTERNATIONAL, one message stood out loud and clear: the future of mining is all about automation, and it’s evolving fast. From fully autonomous loaders to cutting-edge robotic solutions that enhance safety, automation is reshaping the industry in ways that were once unimaginable. For decades, automation in mining focused on engineering – machines like conveyor belts and robotic arms made work faster, safer, and more efficient. But now, the world is witnessing a shift beyond mechanical systems. The rise of intelligence-based automation means mining technology isn't just following commands – it is learning, adapting, and making decisions on the fly. In the unpredictable world of ore extraction, this intelligence offers game-changing insights. Imagine real-time adjustments to ore extraction, more accurate grade control, and optimised operations – all powered by advanced AI systems. In an industry where even small improvements can save millions, these intelligent solutions could revolutionise how mines operate. Whether it is predicting supply chain issues or fine-tuning blast grids for maximum efficiency, intelligent automation is unlocking a new level of precision. Discover more via Global Mining Review > https://lnkd.in/gz_CmFmv #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #AI #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability

📸💡 Flashback to our recent filming session with our incredibly talented cross-disciplinary team of mechatronics, mechanical and software engineers, integration and functional safety specialists, industrial designers, and sales & marketing professionals. 🦾🙌 We are so proud of our team's diversity of knowledge, skills and experience, their curiosity and ability to collaborate to get the best results for customers. 💻 Learn more about our awesome Universal Field Robots team, products and more > https://lnkd.in/duqwryS4 🙏Thanks again to Lestrade Digital's Hugh Whitehouse and Ironbark Marketing's Hannah Frankish! #Robotics #Automation #Mining #Defence #Technology #Growth #Safety #Innovation #Productivity #Sustainability #Interoperability #ZeroEntry #Engineers #Videography #BehindTheScenes #TeamUFR #UniversalFieldRobots Jeff Dush Daniel Kerry Kate Blake John Rui Nam Kimberley

🌏⛏️ Will we see you at International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2024? Team Universal Field Robots will be at stand S34 for the duration of the event. We're looking forward to connecting with likeminded mining innovators to share ideas and experience. IMARC will host 9,000+ attendees and 600+ mining leaders and resource experts from 120+ countries throughout seven concurrent conferences with a program covering the entire mining value chain at the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) from 29 - 31 October. 💡🦾 Let us know if you’re attending in the comments below, or reach out to our Founder and MD Jeff Sterling or Business and Sales Officer Kerry Doherty directly if you’re interested in discovering how our cutting-edge robotics and automation technology can boost safety, efficiency and sustainability measures on site. Learn more or register (to save 15% on a Delegate Pass use code SPEX15, or to get a free Expo Pass, use code SPEXFE) > imarcglobal.com #Resources #Mining #Technology #Robotics #Automation #Innovation #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability #IMARC #IMARC2024 #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Daniel Kimberley Hannah

🦾💡 Interested in our UFR Haulage collaboration with GOLD FIELDS Australia at their Granny Smith mine? Over the past year, the Universal Field Robots team has conducted extensive testing underground at Gold Fields’ Granny Smith mine, validating a range of autonomous driving, collision avoidance, underground localisation and safety assurance systems. After successful testing in isolated mine sections, UFR is currently validating autonomous driving on the main decline during shift changes – a significant milestone for both UFR and Granny Smith mine. The team will fit the UFR Haulage system on three more trucks by the end of the year. Mark Glazebrook, General Manager Granny Smith, said: “When Gold Fields started on our modernisation journey, one of our priorities was to ensure any solutions were agnostic to final interface or fleet. The partnership with UFR has given us the opportunity to develop and test this program in our own operations.” Universal Field Robots’ Managing Director, Jeff Sterling, said: “We are seeing an increasing demand and trend for OEM-agnostic and interoperable solutions from our customers. More and more, customers no longer want to be locked into a single automation solution provider or OEM. Building on the work we are doing with Gold Fields, we are advancing several opportunities to retrofit existing truck fleets with UFR autonomous haulage solutions.” Join us as we shape the future of mining, one innovation at a time > https://lnkd.in/gbWnn7m #Resources #Mining #Technology #MiningAutomation #Interoperability #UndergroundMining #Haulage #Innovation #FutureOfWork #Robotics #Automation #Safety #Efficiency #Sustainability #InternationalMining #GoldFields #UniversalFieldRobots Dush Daniel Kerry Hannah Kimberley