At Mipac, our team of specialist control system engineers and project managers has delivered over 720 projects over three decades. Using the latest operational technology and a vendor-neutral approach to control systems, our clients experience industrial automation excellence across our comprehensive solutions.
Control and Automation excellence are woven into our DNA
Harnessing cutting-edge technology, we are committed to delivering outstanding cost-efficiency and operational advantages through our tailored control systems. Our expertise spans mobile and fixed equipment installations, catering to greenfield and brownfield sites.
Our seasoned control engineers collaborate closely with clients to maximise practical functionality and ensure future scalability, enhancing the effectiveness of existing systems in the process.
Mipac boasts an in-house capacity that lets us offer a comprehensive control and automation services suite. Our capabilities encompass everything from initial concept studies to design, procurement, coding, simulation, installation, commissioning, and training.
Tailored automation solutions: quality, value and customisation
We design our automation and control solutions with a dual focus on quality and value. Our approach is built on established design and development methodologies, carefully crafted to meet and exceed our customers’ expectations.
Recognising that each project is distinct, whether a comprehensive turnkey endeavour or minor system adjustments, we acknowledge the distinctive challenges inherent to various industries. As a result, we customise our solutions to align with their requirements and objectives precisely.
Pioneering independent automation solutions across all platforms
As a leading independent automation solutions provider, we specialise in delivering best-in-class solutions across all major automation technology platforms.
Working with any technology, operational environments, and incumbent infrastructure, our control systems engineers draw on our unmatched knowledge of third-party products, including Schneider Electric, Siemens, Rockwell Automation, Yokogawa and Inductive Automation.
A focus on challenging resource environments
Operating within mine sites and processing operations is no walk in the park. High pressure, isolation, potential hazards, and continuous operation characterise these environments. In such demanding settings, there’s little room for error. This is why you require intelligent, dependable, automated control and safety solutions that guarantee reliability.
With our extensive background in the mining, minerals and metals sector, Mipac delivers precisely what you require exactly when you need it—your assurance of control and safety in the most challenging resource environments.
At Mipac our Industrial Automation teams specialise in:
- Turnkey industrial automation and control systems to enhance the safety, efficiency and quality of complex operations
- Design, installation and commissioning of PLC, HMI/SCADA and DCS solutions
- Wide area telemetry and networking
- Upgrading and replacing aging systems
- Conveyer systems
- Mine water management
Improve quality, reliability, efficiency, and sustainability with control systems designed to optimise your operations.
At Mipac, we recognise that the foundational layer of control systems, primarily PID controllers, serves as the bedrock for efficient operations in mineral processing, power plants, and various industrial processes.
The journey towards operational excellence commences with the enhancement of these base layer controls. This journey involves crafting optimal control structures and fine-tuning them post-implementation, marking pivotal phases.
Once the base layer controllers are finely optimised, the next strategic move is the implementation of an Advanced Process Control (APC) system. This advanced system is designed to propel your unit towards optimal operating points, enabling the maximisation of throughput, minimisation of energy consumption, consistency in product quality, or a tailored combination of these objectives.
Explore our services, each backed by our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence.
PLC, DCS, SCADA, Control Systems
- Seamlessly integrate and manage your control systems for precision operation.
- Enhance process efficiency with expertly configured PLC systems.
- Harness the power of SCADA for real-time monitoring and control.
Here are just a few of the projects featuring leading control systems:
Virtualisation
- Leverage virtualisation to boost flexibility and scalability.
- Reduce hardware costs with virtualised environments.
- Ensure seamless operation with virtual machine management.
Industrial Networking and Cybersecurity
- Fortify your systems with advanced cybersecurity measures.
- Design robust industrial networks for seamless data flow.
- Ensure data integrity and confidentiality with our cybersecurity expertise.
Automation Feasibility Studies
- Leverage virtualisation to boost flexibility and scalability.
- Reduce hardware costs with virtualised environments.
- Ensure seamless operation with virtual machine management.
Greenfield accelerated startup
Communication and Network Design
- Optimise data exchange with well-designed communication networks.
- Improve network reliability and performance.
- Streamline information flow for enhanced decision-making.
Configuration of Field Devices and Network Components
- Ensure seamless operation with expertly configured field devices.
- Optimise network components for efficient data transfer.
- Maximise the lifespan of your equipment with precise configurations.
Control System Modernisation
- Upgrade and future-proof your control systems for peak performance.
- Enhance operational longevity and reduce maintenance costs.
- Stay competitive with modernised control solutions.
Modernising to increase reliability and efficiency
Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
- Achieve precision control and monitoring with DCS implementation.
- Improve process efficiency and reduce errors.
- Enhance reliability and responsiveness with distributed systems.
Developing a Yokogawa DCS interface
Edge Control
- Enable real-time decision-making with cutting-edge edge control solutions.
- Reduce latency and improve operational responsiveness.
- Enhance data processing at the edge of your network.
Fieldbus Design and Configuration
- Optimise communication within your industrial network with our fieldbus expertise.
- Ensure efficient data exchange between field devices.
- Enhance network reliability with robust fieldbus configurations.
Human Machine Interfaces (HMI)
- Create user-friendly interfaces for intuitive control and monitoring.
- Improve operator efficiency and reduce training time.
- Enhance the user experience with customised HMI solutions.
Cobre Panama Operator and Maintenance Interfaces (HMI)
Factory and Site Acceptance Testing
- Guarantee system compliance with rigorous testing protocols.
- Ensure that your systems meet the highest quality standards.
- Minimise risks and maximise operational readiness.
Fast-tracked configuration and commissioning
Industrial Networking
- Build resilient networks that facilitate seamless data exchange.
- Strengthen network security to protect critical data.
- Ensure high availability and performance with industrial networking solutions.
Integration and Commissioning Services
- Seamlessly integrate your automation systems for flawless operation.
- Ensure a smooth transition to automated processes.
- Optimise system performance with expert commissioning services.
Power Station Control System Integration, Commissioning Startup and Synchronisation
Ready to elevate your Automation game?
Your journey towards Industrial Automation excellence begins with us. At Mipac, we’re not just your partner but your guide to a future where precision, efficiency and innovation converge seamlessly.
Contact us today and let’s start the conversation about how the Mipac team can bring your next project closer to achieving the pinnacle of operational excellence. Together, we’ll go beyond the solution to transforming your vision into reality, setting new standards in your industry.
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