Volume Measurement For Stockpile

At the El Abra copper mine in Chile, Vi LiDAR deployed an advanced 3D stockpile monitoring and perimeter safety system powered by LiDAR and vision fusion technology. Facing major challenges in inventory management, bulldozer operation safety, and low-visibility environments, the mine now benefits from minute-level volumetric updates, real-time alerts, and automated safety protocols. With 6 synchronized LiDAR units and thermal cameras, Vi LiDAR’s system enables high-precision volume tracking, predictive replenishment, and dynamic safety fencing. Since implementation, the solution has reduced stockout-related downtime by 92%, eliminated bulldozer pitfall accidents, and saved over $186,000 annually in operational costs.