Case Study

Water Truck System for Mining

Smart Water Truck System for Mining & Construction

Overview

Australia’s hot and arid climate presents serious challenges for both mining and construction operations, especially when it comes to dust suppression and fire risk management. Dry conditions often lead to high levels of airborne dust, poor soil compaction, and increased fire hazards—all of which pose significant safety, environmental, and equipment integrity risks.

To combat these conditions, we developed a comprehensive automated control solution for water trucks, enabling precise operation, real-time system feedback, and remote control capabilities tailored for rugged industrial sites.

The Challenge

  • Hazardous dust levels and fire risks in dry environments

  • Need for efficient, site-specific water distribution for compaction and safety

  • Demand for remote operation and diagnostics to improve operator flexibility

  • Requirement for user-friendly controls adaptable to both in-cab and mobile use

The Solution

We designed and delivered a customisable, intelligent water truck control system powered by integrated HMIs, a robust control unit, and intuitive software designed for seamless onsite or remote operation.

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CCpilot VI & VI HMIs

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EPEC 3724 Control Unit

PKP-SI Series Keypad

Custom Software Integration

Android Compatibility

This custom-engineered industrial automation system provided seamless operation, offering both remote and local control capabilities for Kennedy Trailers’ water trucks.

Key Features:

Centralised Operation via Custom HMI Pages:

  • Operation Page: Live display of water level, emergency stop status, oil level, door open/close, and parking brake status.

  • Allows the operator to activate spray functions and lights with immediate feedback.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Interface:

  • The Diagnostics Page gives real-time system monitoring, including:

    • Active functions

    • System voltages

    • Internal temperatures

  • Enables proactive maintenance and faster fault detection.

Full Cannon Functionality:

  • The Cannon Page enables full directional control and activation of the high-pressure cannon.

  • Displays live water level data to ensure efficient spraying without guesswork.

Additional Modes for Full Vehicle Control:

  • Dedicated pages to control pump activation and highway mode, allowing for dynamic switching between operational and travel states.

Remote Operation via Android Devices:

  • The system is fully integrated with Android for remote control and diagnostics, letting users operate and monitor the truck wirelessly and safely away from hazardous zones.

Results & Benefits

Telemation’s advanced water truck system is more than just automation—it’s a productivity and safety upgrade for sites battling extreme environmental conditions.

✅ Improved site safety with consistent dust control
✅ Enhanced fire prevention with fast, accurate water distribution
✅ Operator flexibility through both in-vehicle and remote Android control
✅ Efficient maintenance with built-in diagnostics and real-time fault alerts
✅ Streamlined operations through intuitive user interface and control logic

Conclusion

By combining industrial-grade hardware, intelligent software design, and mobile compatibility, Telemation’s water truck automation system helps revolutionise how mining and construction teams manage environmental risks and site efficiency.

Looking for a smarter, safer, and more connected way to operate your site water trucks?

Contact our engineering team today and learn how we can deliver powerful control solutions for your toughest challenges.