Heidelberg Materials North America and Pronto announce trial of autonomous technology
Published by Evie Gardner,
Editorial Assistant
World Cement,
Pronto, a Silicon Valley-based autonomy pioneer, and Heidelberg Materials North America, a leading producer of construction materials, have announced their plans to deploy Pronto’s Autonomous Haulage System (AHS) at Heidelberg Materials Lake Bridgeport quarry in Texas.
This announcement follows the successful pilot of Pronto’s technology at Heidelberg Materials Bridgeport Quarry, Texas, in 2023, which was conducted in partnership with Komatsu North America. The next phase of this pilot will also be on a Komatsu platform and will include the integration of Komatsu Smart Quarry technologies, which will enable enhanced data collection and analysis, as well as improved safety and productivity.
Pronto’s AHS is the industry’s most cost-effective solution to addressing the challenge of recruiting skilled operatives, while also increasing the utilisation of haul truck assets. Pronto’s AHS leverages advanced sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence to autonomously operate haul trucks in complex and dynamic environments. Heidelberg Materials and Pronto are committed to leading the industry into a new era of efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility through the deployment of this technology.
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