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Booyco stays at the leading edge of PDS technology
17th January 2022

As one of the earliest pioneers in proximity detection systems (PDS) and collision prevention system (CPS), Booyco Electronics has been pushing out the technology envelope for 15 years in the... 


ZAC Golf Day ignites spirit of giving 
26th November 2021

Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) hosted its annual golf day at the Richards Bay Country Club, in KwaZulu Natal. Now in its fourth year, the golf day was initiated to raise funds for various... 


South Africa at forefront of PDS and CPS technology evolution
22nd November 2021

Proximity detection systems (PDS) or Collision Prevention Systems (CPS) have come a long way in the  last decade, with South Africa‑based Booyco Electronics at the centre of key technological... 


Booyco Electronics’ CXS proximity detection system
Partnerships crucial to perfecting proximity detection
5th November 2021 By: Marleny Arnoldi

Amid an increasingly digitalised and connected environment, mining customers are demanding integrated solutions in the mine health and safety space, which necessitates partnerships.  


Booyco Electronics extends footprint with strategic collaborations
30th September 2021

South Africa-based proximity detection specialist Booyco Electronics is broadening its global reach through collaboration agreements with selected technology integrators. Solutions from Booyco... 


Collaboration between Booyco & Ramjack optimises technology value for mines
1st September 2021

As part of bringing its cutting-edge collision prevention system (CPS) or proximity detection system (PDS) technology to the world, South Africa-based Booyco Electronics is now in a strategic... 


Ensuring that HVAC is not weakest operational link
19th August 2021

South Africa’s hot climate – when combined with demanding site conditions – is often too much for standard heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) systems. This is where Booyco Engineering’s robust... 


THE BOOYCO CXS
The Booyco CXS is a comprehensive integrated response to Level 7, Level 8 and Level 9 safety levels as defined by EMESRT
Booyco CXS PDS installed in Chile
2nd July 2021

South African proximity detection system (PDS) specialist Booyco Electronics has further extended its global reach, having secured a recent contract with a surface gold mine in Chile. The project... 


Global expansion as interest in Booyco PDS grows
7th June 2021

From its solid foundation as the pioneer of and leader in Proximity Detection System (PDS) in South Africa, Booyco Electronics is making rapid headway in growing its global footprint. Having... 


Assess risk, plan ahead before deciding on PDS
21st April 2021

As mines work to improve the safety of their trackless operations, the starting point remains a detailed risk assessment that will guide the correct selection of technology and proximity detection... 


Booyco expands its coal footprint as Level 9 looms
29th March 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Coal mines were among the first customers of proximity detection system (PDS) specialist Booyco Electronics, and the company continues to grow its footprint in this sector as mines work towards... 


Booyco ready for global leap in mining vehicle safety
9th February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Responsible mining companies the world over are moving steadily towards safety Level 9, and Booyco Electronics is at the forefront of fit-for-purpose proximity detection and collision avoidance... 


Booyco expands PDS footprint to Namibian mine
7th December 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Proximity detection leader Booyco Electronics is equipping 19 mechanised mining machines with its latest Booyco CXS proximity detection solution to enhance safety during the development phase of... 


SAFETY FIRST
Level 9 compliance dictates that trackless mining machinery in certain environments be able to slow down and stop when detecting a potential threat
Covid-19 must not derail Level 9 compliance
6th November 2020

Efforts to advance safety in the mining sector through improved collision avoidance standards have been severely hampered by the Covid-19 lockdown, says electronics manufacturer Booyco Electronics... 


Benchmark in collision avoidance with CXS
22nd October 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Supporting mines in their quest for zero-harm, Booyco Electronics’ CXS solution has leveraged technology to achieve new levels of safety in underground and surface mining environments. “The Booyco... 


EARLY WARNING SYSTEM
Booyco Electronics' control unit provides audio and visual displays
PDS provider ready to implement Level 9 systems
22nd May 2020 By: Nadine James

South African-based equipment supplier Booyco Electronics is well advanced in testing its proximity detection systems (PDS) to comply with Level 9 safety standards – despite the fact that, while... 


Quick installation brings mine up to speed with PDS REGS
8th April 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Taking advantage of the mining industry slowdown over the Christmas period, Booyco Electronics equipped another South African platinum mine with its latest Level-9 Ready PDS system. According to... 


ANTON LOURENS As the 2020 deadline approaches, many late adopters are going to rush to be made compliant
Imminent surge in demand for PDS anticipated
29th November 2019 By: Darren Parker

Mine safety equipment supplier Booyco Electronics CEO Anton Lourens is anticipating a surge in demand for proximity detection systems (PDS) next year. In 2017, the Department of Mineral Resources,... 


Annual ZAC Golf Day raises funds for charity
30th October 2019 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) hosted their annual charity golf day at the prestigious Kwambonambi Golf Club, in KwaZulu Natal to raise funds for local community charities. Now in its third... 


Booyco Pds Demonstrates Compliance At SACEA Day
Booyco Pds Demonstrates Compliance At SACEA Day
8th September 2017

There remains an ongoing need to inform and educate the mining industry as a whole in terms of compliance to the legislated requirements as well as the correct application of Proximity Detection... 


PROXIMITY DETECTION SYSTEMS
The Booyco PDS warns when pedestrians enter the area around a machine
Time to get PDS-ready is now
19th May 2017 By: Simone Liedtke

As of June, all new original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) trackless mobile machines (TMMs) bought by mining houses need to be proximity detection system- (PDS-) ready. 


Local Pds Technology Leads The Drive
Local Pds Technology Leads The Drive
7th April 2016

Lack of knowledge when it comes to legal compliance of Pedestrian Detection Systems (PDS) is not a good enough excuse. Access to information is fairly simple and for those that need a more in-depth... 


Booyco Electronics Unveils New Electronic Checklist System
Booyco Electronics Unveils New Electronic Checklist System
13th January 2015

Booyco Electronics has unveiled its new Electronic Checklist System, a complementary product to its Biometric Control System. “This particular combination of products will ensure that only licensed... 


Pedestrian Detection System Developed By Booyco Electronics Is Expected To Change The Face Of Mining In South Africa
1st December 2014

The drive by Booyco Electronics to pioneer Pedestrian Detection System technology in South Africa is expected to change the face of mining. Legislation under development by the Chamber of Mines’... 


Company Annoucements:Locally Developed Intrinsically Safe Barriers Pave The Way For Safe Communication In Hazardous Mine Areas
7th October 2013 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Stringent occupational health and safety regulations prohibit the use of non-compliant equipment on coal mines, chemical and petro-chemical plants. With the risk of explosions always top of mind,... 


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