Epiroc has inaugurated a new Surface Mining Automation Center (SMAC) in Garland, Texas. This facility, dedicated to advancing automation and electrification, marks a significant milestone in Epiroc’s commitment to driving technological innovations that transform the mining industry. The event coincided with a visit from Epiroc’s board of directors, highlighting the strategic importance of this center to Epiroc’s growth in mining automation.
The inauguration ceremony included a ribbon-cutting led by Epiroc’s Chairman of the Board, Ronnie Leten, joined by Epiroc President and CEO Helena Hedblom and José Manuel Sanchez, President of the Surface division. Together, they celebrated the opening of this state-of-the-art center, which will serve as a collaborative hub, bringing advanced automation solutions closer to customers and partners.
“This facility is a crucial step in advancing automation and electrification. It allows us to bring our customers closer to our technology, enabling them to experience our solutions firsthand through live demonstrations,” said José Sánchez, President of Epiroc’s Surface division.
Building on the recent inauguration of another SMAC in Providence, Utah—dedicated to autonomous haulage solutions—the Garland facility focuses on innovations in automation and electrification, emphasizing Epiroc’s commitment to sustainable mining. These centers represent Epiroc’s vision for a modernized, efficient, and environmentally conscious mining landscape.
