ABB Switzerland Ltd - Power Distribution, Drives, Process Control and Optimization

ABB is a global leader in providing state-of-the-art technology to mining and mineral processing companies.

While ABB can access the best technology from anywhere in the world, its strong presence provides complete support through the life cycle of an installation - including engineering, training, commissioning, service and support - every day of the year. As a technological leader, ABB optimizes processes wherever mining and mineral processing are done.

Because of its vast global resources, ABB can provide you with many advantages, from supplying a single product to delivering large turnkey electrification for all stages of mining and mineral processing, including such solutions as open control systems, sensors and instrumentation, drives and environmental products.

ABB is well-positioned to help you achieve industrial efficiency and environmental compliance with products, systems and services that ensure product quality, minimize environmental impact and reduce production costs.

LOOK NO FURTHER THAN ABB

At ABB, our approach covers the complete value-added chain, from your mine to the product you market. We excel at merging equipment, skills and services to develop a complete, customized solution to strengthen your entire operation, from mine to market, regardless of project size. ABB's capabilities and global and local resources offer integrated power, control, and information solutions. You specify the requirements just once, and we take the responsibility for creating a solution that works smoothly and efficiently. Above all, it is a solution based on our solid, worldwide experience in the industry.

DRIVES APPLICATIONS

To interpret application specifications and select the right drive system, you need more than electrical knowledge. ABB manufactures motors and drive systems worldwide, from the sub-kilowatt to the megawatt rating of the gearless drives for the largest SAG and ball mill applications. As a global leader ABB combines its extensive industry knowledge with its application experience to select the most economical drive solution for your particular, often unique, circumstances. We drive continuously for the highest availability, productivity and energy efficiency your operations can achieve.

PROCESS CONTROL AND OPTIMIZATION

Modern operations require efficient computerized operating procedures and logistical support. That is why the ABB Open Control System has become an indispensible feature of mining and mineral processing. With the open system concepts of ABB Advant Technology, mine and plantwide data is accessed instantly from a single "window" - from the most remote location to the head office. We also offer mine hoist and ventilation controls, optimized control and supervisory systems for open cast mining, and on-line "auto-pilots" for process optimization in ore concentration and refining. All have a common objective - helping operating personnel around the globe meet the highest productivity and availability standards with proven and effective technology.

POWER DISTRIBUTION

When you need efficient and reliable power distribution in your mining and mineral processing operations look to ABB. We offer the broadest range of high, medium and low voltage equipment for switching and distributing electrical power. Solutions are engineered for safety, flexibility and security to keep operations running day and night, including emergency power generation and UPS, for that unexpected power loss. ABB is also a leading supplier of rectifier systems with the special heavy-duty transformers used in electrolytic processing.

SERVICES

Excavating and processing tons of ore in a rugged environment requires substantial resources. ABB keeps plants running optimally, provides engineering and investment solutions to make the most of available finances and installs, maintains and tunes systems to care for and protect the environment. When it comes to service, ABB focuses on helping your company succeed.