The Challenge
Minor blending errors, inconsistent haul data, and poor stockpile visibility create unexpected plant variability. Most sites don’t catch mismatches between expected and actual ore until recovery drops or throughput suffers.
Know What’s in the Stockpile. Before It Hits the Plant.
NTWIST links haul data, block models, and real-time measurements to track material flow from source to stockpile - giving teams better visibility, smarter blends, and stronger plant performance.
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Built for metallurgists, planners, and operations teams tired of guessing what’s in the pile.
Problems We Solve in Material Flow Tracking
Our Approach
NTWIST connects block models, haul data, and real-time measurements to track material flow from mine to stockpile. Teams gain visibility into ore properties, improve blend decisions, and give downstream operations better input for setpoint control.
From Mine to Stockpile → Tracked in Real Time
NTWIST connects geological models, haul data, and stockpile scans to build a live map of what’s coming downstream - giving operations better material visibility, blending control, and planning confidence.
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Live Ore Routing Visibility
Track material flow from source block to stockpile using haul routes, block model tags, and dispatch data.
Grade & Hardness Forecasting
Predict feed properties based on real-time routing and ore characteristics — before the material hits the plant.
Adaptive Stockpile Modeling
Maintain a digital twin of each stockpile, updated continuously as new material is dumped or reclaimed.
Real-Time Feed Consistency Index
Measure variability across time and source - enabling better blends and downstream adjustments.
Soft Sensors for Incomplete Data
Fill in gaps where sampling or instrumentation is missing - no new hardware needed.
Seamless System Integration
Integrate with block models, FMS, PI, and plant-level systems to ensure traceability without disrupting operations.
Know What’s Coming. Control What Happens Next.
NTWIST gives you real-time visibility into material flow - so you can make better decisions before poor feed hits the plant.
Inconsistent stockpile composition and poor feed predictability lead to unstable plant performance. NTWIST connects geological and haul data to track material flow in real time — supporting better blending, setpoint control, and throughput stability.
Results Delivered:
- Improved feed consistency from better stockpile visibility
- Fewer mill disruptions from unexpected ore hardness shifts
- Smarter blending decisions backed by real-time ore data
- Faster recovery troubleshooting through traceable material flow
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Built to Fit Your Stack
MinePlan. Vulcan. Modular. OSIsoft PI. SCADA. Historian. PLCs - and more.
No rip-and-replace needed. NTWIST integrates seamlessly with your existing systems - even the custom ones.
Chosen by Mining and Processing Leaders Who Demand Results
From gold miners to downstream refiners, NTWIST gives industrial teams control over their data - and their margins.
By highlighting performance gaps and surfacing new benchmarks, NTWIST is giving our team the clarity needed to move beyond intuition and toward measurable improvement. We're now in a stronger position to define and pursue the next phase of operational excellence.
Gordon Art Meyer
Manager Technical Services | Suncor Energy Logistics Corporation
Having NTWIST independently validate our stockpile model gave us added confidence that our current estimates are sound, and that we’re well-positioned for the transition to stockpile-only operations.
Julio Torres
Technical Services Manager | Goldfields Peru - Cerro Corona
NTWIST’s AI model increased potential profit in 42% of operating hours and corrected off-target conditions in another 17%. With further refinement, even greater stability and profit gains are expected.
Cory Kasinski
Former Head of Project Evaluations | Sherritt Technologies (via ALTA Conference)
We saw NTWIST’s platform as a strong fit for Clydach because it could improve process consistency without requiring disruptive infrastructure upgrades.
Peter Martin
Technical Manager | Vale Europe Limited
The Tools Powering Real-Time Material Flow Insight
nDatum + nAnalyze
Connect haul data, block models, and scan logs to monitor material movement and ore properties in real time. Supports traceability, reconciliation, and improvement of feed consistency.
nOptimize
Use AI and soft sensors to predict feed characteristics from limited data. Helps teams plan better blends, reduce mismatch at the plant, and adapt faster to ore variability.
Frequently asked questions
How does this help us improve plant performance?
NTWIST gives you real-time visibility into ore grade, hardness, and source - helping you reduce variability at the plant before it starts.
Do we need fully instrumented haul or stockpile systems?
No. NTWIST uses soft sensors and truck dispatch data to infer material flow and ore properties - no new hardware required.
What kind of improvements can we expect?
Sites gain more stable plant feed, tighter blending control, and faster troubleshooting when performance issues trace back to material mismatch.
Will this replace our planning or lab workflows?
Not at all. NTWIST complements your existing planning, reconciliation, and sampling tools - it adds visibility, not redundancy.
Can this reduce downtime or recovery loss?
Yes. Better feed predictability means fewer unplanned circuit adjustments and improved recovery from more consistent input.
What systems does this integrate with?
We integrate with MinePlan, SCADA, PI, PLCs, haulage systems, and block models - designed to work with your current stack.
How long does it take to deploy?
Most sites are live in 60–90 days. Our tools are built for fast integration and minimal disruption.