Hindustan Zinc is redefining the future of mining in India by integrating cutting-edge technologies across its operations. From AI-powered systems to tele-remote capabilities, the company is enhancing safety, maximizing production, and accelerating its sustainability goals.
Leading with Tele-Remote Mining Operations
Hindustan Zinc has become the first Indian metals company to implement tele-remote operations in underground mining. By enabling surface operators to control loaders deep underground through an optical fibre network, the company has significantly increased efficiency. The innovation has raised shaft hoisting capacity at the Rampura Agucha mine by 1,500 tonnes per day, marking a major step in improving both productivity and worker safety.
Advancing Drilling and Predictive Maintenance
To further boost output, Hindustan Zinc has introduced smoke-hours drilling technology, allowing production drilling during shift changes. This has resulted in an additional 22,000 tonnes of metal annually. The company has also deployed AI-driven predictive maintenance systems, which have reduced equipment downtime by 500 hours across its mining and smelting units—delivering smoother operations and safer environments.
Driving Innovation Through Emerging Tech
Hindustan Zinc is aggressively embracing AI, robotics, and blockchain to transform every aspect of its operations. It is currently collaborating with over 40 tech startups to innovate in production, safety, and resource optimization. These partnerships are helping the company push the boundaries of traditional mining and set new industry benchmarks.
Launching EcoZen: India’s First ‘Green’ Zinc Brand
As part of its commitment to sustainability, Hindustan Zinc has introduced EcoZen, Asia’s first low-carbon zinc offering. This initiative underlines the company’s focus on reducing its environmental footprint while aligning with global decarbonization goals. As reported by manufacturingtodayindia.com, by integrating advanced technologies and fostering innovation, Hindustan Zinc is not only boosting productivity but also setting a new standard in safe, smart, and sustainable mining.
