METS Innovation

METS Innovation Program

MRIWA recognises the role the Mining, Equipment, Technology and Services (METS) sector plays in the mining innovation lifecycle by translating new knowledge created through research into solutions that the mining industry can adopt readily.

The MRIWA METS Innovation Program will assist companies in developing products and services that can deliver efficiencies and increased productivity and increase the competitiveness of the sector.

The MRIWA METS Innovation program includes:

1. A matched funding grant scheme for eligible and successful grant holder companies for collaborative projects.
2. Assistance in connecting with potential collaborators and sponsors
3. Support in navigating the innovation ecosystem and other available forms of support.

We encourage early engagement with our research portfolio managers, to work alongside you in developing your project.

Want to apply

Submissions for 2024 are now open. If you would like to submit an application, the next step is to consult the METS Application Information page and contact us.

Current Activities

M10559 – Automation System for Processing Tank Descale Rig with Advanced A.I. driven 4D radar and 3D camera technologies

M10550 – Cooling System for Retrofitted Electric Mining Truck (EPCA-E100 project)

M10549 – Big Roller™, energy efficient overland conveying with negative marginal cost of abatement energy efficient overland conveyor development

M10545 – Collar Keeper® System (CKS) Automation Phase

M10536 – Raptor Grav™ – a next generation airborne gravimeter

M10529 – Automated Flange Bolting Robot with Camera Vision for Mining and Minerals Processing Infrastructure

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