Getting out of the line of fire

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Minesite maintenance is inherently high-risk and operators working around live or powered machinery face daily hazards. HNA Group, a trusted name in practical safety tooling, has partnered with LiveTest, an Australian-owned innovator in wireless measurement solutions, to bring a new layer of protection to minesite operations.

This collaboration combines HNA’s specialist experience designing fit-for-purpose hydraulic and heavy machinery safety tools with LiveTest’s cutting-edge wireless technology.

HNA Group’s origins lie in the heart of the Bowen Basin, where co-founders Anthony Lye and Craig Hall witnessed first-hand the risks faced by diesel fitters handling hydraulic systems and heavy machinery. Their response was a suite of custom-engineered products designed to mitigate high-pressure hydraulic injuries, including the HNA Band Cover, Hydraulic Tool Sock and Hydraulic Cylinder Covers.

LiveTest complements this philosophy. Founded by Managing Director Arthur Alexiou, their mission is to eliminate the need for operators to be in hazardous live environments when testing machinery by providing wireless measurement systems that can capture precise data remotely. Through Bluetooth-enabled sensors and the Motionics MultiGage App, operators can monitor machinery performance in real-time without being exposed to risk.

By combining forces, HNA Group and LiveTest are now able to deliver integrated solutions for high-risk maintenance tasks, giving mine operators the confidence that both safety and productivity are maximised.

The collaboration introduces a range of custom kits for heavy machinery testing, designed to meet site-specific requirements. These kits harness LiveTest’s innovative products:

BlueDial – Bluetooth Indicator: Retains high-accuracy measurement capabilities while transmitting deflection measurements wirelessly, eliminating the need for operators to be near moving machinery.

BluePSI – Bluetooth Pressure Sensor: Monitors liquid or gas pressure as well as temperature, in real-time, streamlining testing and reducing human error.

BlueTak – Bluetooth Tachometer: Allows users to record rotational speeds remotely, keeping personnel away from hazardous rotating components.

BlueLaser – Bluetooth Laser Measure: Provides precise distance readings, critical for alignment or deflection tests, wirelessly feeding data into the MultiGage App.

MultiGage Software – Subscription-free software that integrates seamlessly with multiple Motionics wireless measurement devices. Provides real-time data collection, analysis and visualisation straight to your smart device, improving both accuracy and operational efficiency.

PTZ Camera – An all-metal, IP66-rated waterproof camera with a 9-hour lithium battery, easily installed and removed at inspection points for safe and flexible monitoring. Can be integrated with MultiGage software to further enhance remote monitoring.

Each kit can be tailored to a mine’s specific operational needs, ensuring that equipment testing is efficient, accurate and safe.

LiveTest’s solutions have already demonstrated measurable benefits across multiple sectors:

Mining – EQ Bar Deflection: Operators previously exposed to high-risk live testing can now obtain accurate readings remotely using the BlueDial, dramatically reducing potential for injury while improving data collection speed.

Wind Turbine Maintenance: Blade pitching bearing run-out can be measured on 30-meter turbine blades safely and accurately, preventing unnecessary part replacements and costly downtime.

Rail Traction Motor Alignment: Wireless digital indicators replace wired systems, eliminating hazards associated with running cables around powered equipment and accelerating alignment work.

In addition to their hardware, LiveTest provide comprehensive customer support.  Operators benefit from training, expert technical assistance and responsive software support available Monday to Friday, ensuring that every solution is optimised for the unique conditions of each site.

The partnership between HNA Group and LiveTest represents a cultural shift in minesite safety. By integrating custom safety tooling with wireless measurement systems, operators are removed from the line of fire, productivity is enhanced, and decisions are informed by precise, real-time data.

For mine operators across Australia, this offers a tangible step towards safer, smarter maintenance practices.

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