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Overview Scott designs and manufactures automated production, robotics and process machinery for the mining sector. Solutions target on-site automation of sampling, sample preparation, refuelling and integrated laboratory workflows.

Summary Scott has integrated robotics into mining products and systems since 2000, delivering automated sample preparation, laboratory automation and field automation solutions. Representative product lines include Robofuel (automated refuelling), Roboprep (automated sample preparation) and dedicated sampling stations.

Key capabilities

• Design and manufacture of field automation systems for mining operations
• Integration of robotic cells with sample preparation and laboratory equipment
• Automated sample preparation, sample division and material handling
• Automated refuelling systems for in-field equipment (Robofuel)
• Custom modular solutions for semi- and fully automated workflows

Notable systems and developments

• Robofuel automated refuelling system
• Roboprep automated sample preparation systems (Rocklabs equipment integration)
• Sampling Stations for automated in-field sampling
• Fully automated iron ore laboratory implementations
• Large-scale integrated sample preparation and fire assay systems (case study: Peñoles, Mexico)

Applications

• Field automation for open-pit and underground mining sites
• Automated and semi-automated sample preparation and processing lines
• Laboratory automation for end-to-end analytical workflows
• In-field equipment refuelling and maintenance support
• Integration of Rocklabs sample preparation machinery within automated production lines

Technical specifications

• Sector: Mining
• Sub-sector / Focus: Field Automation
• First automated sample preparation installation: 2000
• Core technologies: robotics integration, automated production machinery, process automation, laboratory automation
• Representative product names: Robofuel, Roboprep, Sampling Stations
• Compatible equipment: Rocklabs Sample Preparation Equipment (integrated within Scott systems)
• Automation level: modular solutions from semi-automated to fully automated