Relocatable Poles for Mining: Northwest Towers at Cote Mine
ARE Telecom was contracted by Northwest Towers to install multiple poles in an open-pit mine near Ontario, Canada.
AFS 350
![Completed Installation](/articles/cotemine/images/cotemine.jpg)
The Need
Northwest Towers was in need to install several poles across Cote Mine. One of the key challenges faced by Cote Mine was establishing a robust and reliable communication network across their expansive mining site. They were in need of a solution that could provide stable support for their communication equipment, withstand harsh weather conditions, allow for easy installation and maintenance, and a system that allows for relocating as mining locations change.
Overview
Thanks to ARE Telecom’s expertise and innovative solutions, Northwest Tower deployed 7 AFS 350 systems to provide stable and reliable communication throughout the mine. This has improved safety, coordination, and productivity resulting in more efficient mining operations.
Project Benchmarks
- Pre-assembled in ARE yard resulted in fast installation and less time installing during winter months
- Above ground foundation required no digging
- Customization and flexibility
- Permanent or temporary
Project Resources
- 2-man crew
- 1 day
- Telehandler
Challenges
- Limited space and access
- Need to relocate system
- Extreme weather conditions
- Highly regulated Canadian Mine industry standards
![Truck Loaded](/articles/cotemine/images/CM1.jpeg)
ARE trailer loaded with 2 AFS 350's
![Offload Truck](/articles/cotemine/images/CM2.jpeg)
Offload truck using a telehandler
![Foundation](/articles/cotemine/images/CM3.jpeg)
Set foundation in place
![Complete Foundation](/articles/cotemine/images/CM4.jpg)
Once foundation is set, add system components
![Set pole](/articles/cotemine/images/CM5.jpeg)
Set pole on foundation and raise with ARE's 20T raising system