Platform-Group-Element

Regulated Materials

Magman

  • General Overview

    Magman solves problems that are typical of paper based explosives magazine processes through its unique design.  The software has been specially designed to: 

    • Complete automatic math for users 
    • Provide a fully contained solution requiring no additional transcription 
    • Automatically always report stock levels 
    • Have a clear audit trail 
    • Enforce data quality and accountability 
    • Meet the needs of mining operators, supervisors, administrators and engineers 
  • The problem with paper

    The problem with paper in a explosives magazine context is that meeting compliance is time consuming and diffiicult. Unlike normal stock interactions, when errors occur with regulated materials (especially explosives) there are significant cost, reporting and compliance implications. Even simple errors can have significant consquences.

    • Mathematical mistakes when calculating stock levels are wasy to make 
    • Ambiguous handwriting and misinterpretation of written data is problematic 
    • Transcription of errors into other systems involves heavy rework as information is propogated through other systems
    • Delayed stock level reporting is more than just inconvienient
    • Backtracking for compliance or reconciliation purposes is time consuming, manual and painstaking especially when dealing with stock that is constantly moving to keep the mine operational. 
    • Data quality and consistency is not enforcable 
    • No data accountability  
    • Auditability  and accountasbility lines become blurred
  • Software Overview

    Magman solves paper based problems  with software that has been specially designed to: 

    • Complete automatic math for users 
    • Provide a fully contained solution requiring no additional transcription 
    • Automatically always report stock levels 
    • Have a clear audit trail 
    • Enforce data quality and accountability 
    • Meet the needs of mining operators, supervisors, administrators and engineers 
  • Tablet Overview

    A key part of the Magman solution is the custom hardware specifically designed for the explosive solution.  


    The Australian standards for explosives, AS2187.2 -12.1.1 - Single Source Safe Distances for Electric Detonators Subject to Radio Frequency Radiation, outlines key distances between radio frequency (RF) emitting devices and Type 2 Instantaneous Electric Detonators, or the typical mining electric det used for initiation.  


    To solve this problem Magman utilises the most effective level in the hierarchy of controls – Elimination. Through collaboration with Getac, Magman exclusively has a range of tablets with all RF producing components physically removed from the device.  

    Intrinsically Safe Tablets
  • Governance management & automatic alerts

    A core reason to utilise a digital system is the automated governance and compliance assistance that can be provided.  


    Magman provides automated reporting to ensure magazine’s remain complaint, starting from notifications during stocktakes on incorrect counts to the end user, and escalating through automatic emails to mine staff that a discrepancy has occurred.  


    This ensures that key personnel are always up to date with magazine compliance even without manually checking the system. 

  • Tablet Interface

    Magman’s tabet application contains all the functions any user needs to execute transactions within an explosives magazine. Recording a clear audit trail of what was transacted, by whom and when, as well as being able to capture any additional details site requires such as heading or location, shot number or anything else. The tablet also holds a copy of all transactions, allowing operators in the magazines to view all past transactions for troubleshooting purposes. The system also clearly states quantity of each item in the magazine at all times.  


     Simple to use tablet interface 

    The tablet interface has been purposely designed to minimise data entry error while focusing on data quality and reliability. Our long history of iterative design and working closely with end users has tailored this to be a smooth, hassle-free experience.  We have over 1000 explosives products from all main Australia Explosives supplier's already loaded in our system facilitating a quick start when implementing at a new site.  


    Flexible data capture 

    Any Magman task can have data capture requirements easily adjusted to meet site requirements. This includes the addition of any number of required defined data entry fields for end users, such as text boxes or lists that need to be filled out on tasks such as blast ID or receiving operator.  

  • Dashboard, Excel and email reporting

    The cloud website serves as a hub for a wide range of mining roles to derive insightful data. Dashboard reporting provides real-time updates on a range of compliance, inventory and safety information, including: 


    • Magazine compliance 
    • Stocktake frequency 
    • Days since last stocktake 
    • Magazine capacity 
    • Expiring products 
    • Expiring employee licenses or accreditations 
    • Inventory consumption rates 

    Additionally, each of these can have triggered exception email alerts set to allow automatic emails when any of these areas are requiring attention. For further detail, much of this information can be downloaded in flexible, on demand Excel reports or alternatively provided as scheduled emails for users who do not log in frequently. 

  • Inventory Management

    While naturally tracking inventory levels as part of the transaction process, Magman’s software has furthered inventory capabilities (outlined below). 


    All items can be assigned minimum stock levels and have set re-order notifications. Additionally, the system can use average consumption rates to predict when products will be out of stock and when re-ordering is required. Re-order notifications can be based on minimum level or a minimum days remaining based on recent average usage. 


    Planned orders can be entered into the system as well with expected delivery dates for further predictive consumption patterns. Outstanding planned orders can be notified when past delivery dates to ensure data compliance. Reporting based on expected orders can be run to ensure double ups of orders do not occur. 

  • User Managment

    Users have options for a wide range of specific permissions based on configurable role management, providing flexibility and security to all the different users on site. 


    Key personnel can have licenses and accreditations tied to logins, providing oversight on upcoming expiries before they lapse as well as forming a repository for documentation.  

  • Magazine Management

    Magazines and sites can be tied directly to approved storage licenses – allowing for the tracking of explosive and detonator capacities & license expiry. This information also enables overfull alerts and predictive capacities based on planned orders.  


    Magazines are fully customisable, with different magazines containing different items even on the same site. The ability to seamlessly transfer items to bench charging vehicles or shot utes allows for the tracking and reporting of explosives stored in vehicles and remaining items at the end of the shift. 

  • Oversight Control

    Magman supports a relationship between clients, regions, sites and magazines. Each magazine is assigned to a site, and each site can be assigned to a region. This allows for centralised services such as head office reporting to easily aggregate areas of interest to validate explosives on hand or expected use per region as well as assisting procurement to manage order flow / replenishment.  


    Dashboard reporting also supports views across all regions allowing for high level summaries with ability to further drill into individual site details. 

  • Non Mining Use - Police, Government, Defence

    For the last 10 years Magman has been recording and tracking mining explosives in a very strictly regulated environment. Through adherence to key legislation Magman has been able to meet the requirements for data capture, record integrity and hardware barriers.  


    These key features have limitless applications in a wide variety of other controlled substance or high-risk stock recording environments.  


    Magman’s flexibility allows it to capture inventory stock levels, quantity discrepancies and other related information for any number of different items. This makes it suitable for use in industries such as security sensitive ammonium nitrate (SSAN), explosives production chains, chemical storage such as cyanide and other sensitive industries such as firearms and fireworks.  


    Get in touch today and find out how Magman can digitise inventory tracking in your sensitive environment. 


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7 February 2025
Magman Stocktake New Features Stocktake compliance and balancing your magazine is a key regulatory requirement. Magman has always been focused on this through proactive alerting and email notifications. This has now been improved further by introducing a new stocktake validation workflow. This workflow prevents other transactions occurring if the magazine does not balance and requires approval via designated persons to proceed past an imbalanced magazine. The updated Magman system ensures seamless regulatory compliance and reduced downtime by enforcing users to complete a stocktake each shift prior to any other magazine transactions, removing any guesswork or administration level controls in the stock validation process and immediately requiring intervention if it does not balance. Here’s the new Magman stocktake workflow:
5 February 2025
In the bustling ecosystem of the mining industry, where efficiency and innovation are paramount, Digital Terrain's flagship product, Simbio, stands as the embodiment of synergy and harmony. Just as flowers and bees, or clownfish and anemones, thrive through their symbiotic relationships, Simbio brings together the diverse elements of Digital Terrain's portfolio to create a seamless, integrated solution that transforms the way mining operations are managed and executed. The Power of Symbiosis: Uniting Strengths for Unparalleled Success At its core, Simbio is about the interconnectedness of all components within the Digital Terrain suite. This revolutionary product combines the strengths of PLAN, MANAGE, PLOD, Magman, IoT, Digitisation Services, and Integration Solutions, forging a unified platform that enhances every aspect of mining operations. Just as bees and flowers depend on each other for survival and growth, each element within Simbio works in perfect harmony, ensuring that data flows seamlessly, operations run smoothly, and productivity reaches new heights. PLAN: The Blueprint for Success Every great endeavor begins with a plan, and in the mining world, precision planning is the cornerstone of success. Simbio’s PLAN module is the architect of operational excellence, providing detailed blueprints that guide every phase of the mining process. With real-time data access and sophisticated analytics, PLAN ensures that every decision is informed, every action is deliberate, and every outcome is optimized. It’s not just planning; it’s orchestrating a symphony of success. MANAGE: The Conductor of Operations Once the blueprint is set, the MANAGE module takes the baton, conducting the day-to-day operations with unmatched efficiency. MANAGE brings clarity and control, allowing operators to oversee every facet of the mining process in real-time. It’s the heartbeat of the operation, ensuring that everything runs in perfect rhythm, much like the harmonious relationship between clownfish and anemones, where each supports the other to thrive in their shared environment. PLOD: Precision and Performance In the fast-paced world of mining, precision and performance are paramount. The PLOD module of Simbio delivers just that, providing real-time tracking and reporting of on-site activities. It ensures that every action is recorded, every movement is monitored, and every task is executed with pinpoint accuracy. PLOD is the watchful eye that guarantees safety, boosts productivity, and drives the operation towards its goals. Magman: Mastering the Flow of Resources Resource management is the lifeblood of any mining operation, and Magman is the master of this domain within Simbio. It optimizes the allocation and utilization of resources, ensuring that every asset is used to its fullest potential. Magman is the keystone species in the Simbio ecosystem, balancing supply and demand, much like bees pollinate flowers to ensure the continuity of their symbiotic relationship. IoT: The Pulse of Innovation In the age of digital transformation, the Internet of Things (IoT) is the pulse that keeps the Simbio ecosystem alive. IoT integration within Simbio connects every piece of equipment, every sensor, and every data point, creating a network of intelligence that drives smart decision-making. It’s the neural network of the operation, sensing, communicating, and responding to the dynamic needs of the mining environment. Digitisation Services and Integration Solutions: The Backbone of Connectivity At the heart of Simbio’s success is its robust Digitisation Services and Integration Solutions. These elements ensure that all data is seamlessly integrated, all systems are connected, and all processes are digitized for maximum efficiency. It’s the foundation that supports the entire ecosystem, much like the interconnected roots of a forest that share nutrients and resources, ensuring the health and vitality of every tree. The Future of Mining: A Symbiotic Vision Simbio is more than just a product; it’s a vision for the future of mining. It represents the pinnacle of innovation, the epitome of efficiency, and the zenith of productivity. By harnessing the power of symbiosis, Digital Terrain has created a solution that not only meets the needs of today’s mining operations but also anticipates the challenges of tomorrow. Conclusion: Thriving Together In the grand tapestry of the mining industry, where every thread must be perfectly woven to create a masterpiece, Simbio stands as the ultimate tool for achieving symbiotic success. Just as flowers and bees, and clownfish and anemones, thrive through their interdependence, so too does the Digital Terrain portfolio, united under the banner of Simbio. Together, we are not just surviving; we are thriving, reaching new heights, and setting the gold standard for the industry. With Simbio, the future of mining is not just bright; it’s brilliant.
23 September 2024
Digital Terrain Founder and CEO Andrew Rouse and Roobuck Director and General Manager Henry Gong are excited to announce they have signed a collaborative partnership which will allow for direct device level technology integration, not just in the cloud. Digital Terrain is now a reseller for Roobuck technology and hardware and aims to incorporate this into their Simbio stack of Products to add further value to their client base through a number of collaborative initiatives. The first point of integration is with their Simbio tablets and the Roobuck Smart Cordless cap lamp. Founder and CEO Andrew Rouse comments “As the technology available continues to improve and change, it is important that we collaborate with like-minded companies to improve our speed of delivery and focus on value for our customers. This is achieved with trust and a great relationship between companies so that our teams can come together openly and honestly to deliver real value. Integrating on a device-to-device level enables our end users to receive timely information when it matters, not at the end of the shift, or never at all enabling true change and improvement. We are excited to collaborate with Roobuck on this journey” The Roobuck Cordless Cap lamp comes equipped with Wi-Fi/BLE/RFID/NFC and an inbuilt IMU. Their latest model is also Intrinsically safe, meaning the technology can be used in underground coal mines. The Simbio solution is already in use in underground coal in addition to their larger presence in underground hardrock. Device level integration is unique and enables key personnel to understand and make decisions when it matters Both companies are enabling the devices to communicate with each other. A simple use case is when the Simbio device receives a message and depending on its urgency highlighted, proceeds to flash the cap lamp, alerting the operator there is a message. The flashes range from rapid ones to highlight an immediate response to a casual few flashes to say there is something there to look at when time becomes available. This enables yet another touch point to the workforce to ensure their safety is paramount. They also have the ability to assist in confirming locations of personnel. For example we can improve the confidence that a person is in a particular area if a number of devices are enabled and assigned to them. Unforeseen events to an operator wearing the cap lamp, which can be identified via a button triggered duress call or automatically recorded via IMU movement detection, could send a message to the tablet to alert others of someone needing to come and check on their welfare. “We are looking forward to working with the Digital Terrain teams to identify use cases whereby having both devices communicating can improve safety, reduce downtime or increase productivity” mentions Dane Zielinski-Nicolson, CTO for Roobuck. About Roobuck Roobuck is a leading provider of Mine IoT Solutions and Devices, Cap Lamps, Safety Lights, and other Explosion-proof Products. Its products are recognised throughout the industry as a cost-effective, high-quality solution which can be adapted to any site specific requirement. For more information visit: https://www.roobuck.com.au/ About Digital Terrain Digital Terrain is a Mining focussed technology business who can rapidly deploy their solution to realise immediate benefits to the workforce and improve timeliness of data. They provide the Simbio Suite of products including Magman explosives management and a number of OT devices. We are proudly the first in the world in 2016 to implement a large scale handheld device solution underground, working offline or on-line across multiple locations and continue to improve it every day. We track all mining processes, not some, making it a universal system for your operation.\ The unique selling point is our system came from mining, real world, multi-site and change management processes. The back-end data model of Simbio is over 15 years mature, eliminating teams of people to establish and configure a new system. Our solutions are offered not just as a blank database, it is a system already setup and ready to configure, we can go paperless from day one! Contact Shaun Brennan for any questions, or service information. Shaun.Brennan@digitalterrain.io
2 September 2024
Privacy Policy Digital Terrain Pty Ltd built the Simbio Magman app as a Free app. This App is provided by Digital Terrain Pty Ltd at no cost and is intended for use as is.The app requires a connection to the Simbio Magman main system, and is obtained by a licencing agreement with Digital Terrain. This page is used to inform visitors regarding our policies with the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Information if anyone decided to use our App. If you choose to use our App, then you agree to the collection and use of information in relation to this policy. The Personal Information that we collect is used for providing and improving the App. We will not use or share your information with anyone except as described in this Privacy Policy. The terms used in this Privacy Policy have the same meanings as in our Terms and Conditions, which is accessible at Simbio Magman unless otherwise defined in this Privacy Policy. Information Collection and Use For a better experience, while using our app, we may require you to provide us with certain identifiable information, including :- Location Information - is utilised by the application to provide context sensitive data to users. It also location stamps tasks that users request to undertake. Background location is enabled to ensure that when other applications are being used, Magman still has access to location information when performing background data synchronization operations, Network Information - is required so the app can determine if a network connection is available, and the type of network access (e.g. WiFi, 3G/4G/5G, etc) Battery Information - so we can let you know how your tablet is going, Bluetooth - so we can detect bluetooth devices, Camera - so you can take photos of work, and report issues. Log Data We want to inform you that whenever you use our App, in a case of an error in the app we collect data and information (through third party products) on your phone called Log Data. This Log Data may include information such as your device Internet Protocol (“IP”) address, device name, operating system version, the configuration of the app when utilizing our App, the time and date of your use of the App, and other statistics. Cookies Cookies are files with a small amount of data that are commonly used as anonymous unique identifiers. These are sent to your browser from the websites that you visit and are stored on your device's internal memory. This Service does not use these “cookies” explicitly. However, the app may use third party code and libraries that use “cookies” to collect information and improve their services. You have the option to either accept or refuse these cookies and know when a cookie is being sent to your device. If you choose to refuse our cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of this App. Service Providers We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons: * To facilitate our Service; * To provide the Service on our behalf; * To perform Service-related services; or * To assist us in analyzing how our Service is used. We want to inform users of this Service that these third parties have access to your Personal Information. The reason is to perform the tasks assigned to them on our behalf. However, they are obligated not to disclose or use the information for any other purpose. Security We value your trust in providing us your Personal Information, thus we are striving to use commercially acceptable means of protecting it. But remember that no method of transmission over the internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure and reliable, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security. Links to Other Sites This App may contain links to other sites. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that site. Note that these external sites are not operated by us. Therefore, we strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of these websites. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. Children’s Privacy These Services do not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13 years of age. In the case we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we immediately delete this from our servers. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so that we will be able to do necessary actions. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Thus, you are advised to review this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. This policy is effective as of 2024-09-01 Contact Us If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at hello@digitalterrain.io.
26 August 2024
Digital Terrain Founder and CEO, Andrew Rouse and NAUTITECH® CEO, Mac Powolny, are excited to announce a partnership which will integrate technologies from both companies to bring communications and connectivity to Hardrock Mining and Tunneling in Australia and New Zealand. As distributor of the NAUTITECH® Spitfire® Broadband Powerline Modem (BPLM), Digital Terrain will leverage their firsthand mining expertise and experience to provide access to real-time data, productivity analysis, voice and video in complex Hardrock environments and tunneling projects. With global patents and a decades-long proven track record in underground Softrock mining worldwide, the Spitfire® BPLM is optimally suited to drive safety, productivity and profitability outcomes in Hardrock. “We are excited to begin our collaboration with NAUTITECH® on providing connectivity and visibility in situations that are hard to reach. Our products are complimentary to each other with the aim of “lifting the lid” on the underground” states Andrew Rouse, CEO and Founder of Digital Terrain. Mac Powolny, CEO of NAUTITECH® continues to add “There are a substantial number of synergies and learnings both companies can achieve by working together. Successful collaboration is a win-win situation and I am confident the teams at NAUTITECH® and Digital Terrain will work together to solve many problems for our joint customer base” Contact Shaun Brennan for any questions, or service information. Shaun.Brennan@digitalterrain.io
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