Mining Foundation of the Southwest

Founded in 1979 by Dr. James W. White, Michael J. Arnold, and Mark R. Baker, Modular Mining Systems, Inc. developed, demonstrated, and marketed a novel product, named DISPATCH. The developed system, hardware and software, optimized the assignment of trucks to loading and dumping points in an open pit mine and produced operating reports during the shift. A prototype system was developed and installed in a major Southwestern mine. Using the prototype system as a base, Modular began its successful introduction to the minerals industry worldwide.

Today Modular is developing or supporting systems for over 110 open pit client sites throughout the world. DISPATCH, recently renamed IntelliMine, has resulted in productivity increases of 7 to 32% for over 85% of the served market. In 1990 Modular expanded its product line to underground operations and now services over a dozen underground client sites.

Recently, Modular joined with Komatsu to develop the world’s first

commercial driverless truck haulage system. Designed to provide significant returns to clients in large scale operations, these systems, which should be available for purchase within the next few years, will further revolutionize open pit mining as we know it today.

Under the leadership of the Modular founders, Modular has been an active supporter and participant in the Mining Foundation of the Southwest, SME, and numerous other industry related societies and organizations. Modular’s success is a splendid example of innovation, perseverance, and excellence in product development and support.

Mining Foundation of the Southwest
P.O. Box 42317
Tucson, Arizona 85733
Tel: 520-577-7519
Fax: 520-577-7073
E-mail: admin@miningfoundationsw.org