Mechanical Mine Clearance
Why are machines used?
Firstly to detect mines. Very few mine detection techniques
other than mine detecting dog teams or metal detectors have any
platform from which to deploy successfully into a minefield with
only limited risk of exploding mines. The MineTech Mine Detection
Vehicles (MDVs) provide such a platform, applying very low ground
pressure, which enables them to travel over the mines, detecting
them but without detonating them. Then the manual or canine teams
can start work.
 Secondly, to clear ground. Manual mine clearance teams need an
area of clear ground in which to work. If heavy vegetation or
trip-wires are present, the quickest and most efficient way to
clear the area is to use a flail machine, which will also detonate
some surface landmines.
Mine clearance machines do not clear the ground to humanitarian standards
and must always be followed up by further clearance works if the
clearance is to be accredited.
What are the benefits of using machines?
Use of machines will improve the speed, efficiency, cost-effectiveness and
safety of your project. A versatile way to deal with
landmine infestation, they can clear the ground in record time in any
weather and in most terrain.
Safety
MineTech is committed to adhering to and improving the safety standards
of vehicle operators and machines. All MineTech demining sites require
strict control and a comprehensive set of Standard Operating Procedures
(SOP) are stringently adhered to covering issues including safety
distances, PPE, hearing protection and liaising with police and local
officials.
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