“Through the hourglass: Propeller Aero on sand mining” Mining Technology | July 28, 2022

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    Global sand consumption has tripled over the past two decades to somewhere between 40 and 50 billion metric tons annually. Propeller’s head of product sat down with Mining Technology to break down how drone surveys and 3D mapping can help the industry track stockpiles more accurately, reduce resource waste, and contribute to more sustainable extraction.

    “The more frequently and accurately that stockpiles are surveyed, the better-informed site workers are through every step of the project.”
    -Richie Hadfield, Head of Product, Propeller

    Read the full article: https://www.mining-technology.com/features/propeller-aero-sand-mining/

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