The 2023 Taiyuan Forum on Intelligent Rapid Excavation and Directional Drilling Technology and Equipment in Coal Mines was held.

On May 28th, the Forum on Intelligent Rapid Excavation and Directional Drilling Technology and Equipment in Coal Mines, along with the 15th Anniversary Celebration of the Shanxi Branch of Northern Traffic, was grandly held in Taiyuan. The event was hosted by the China Coal Machinery Industry Association and organized by Shenyang Northern Traffic Heavy Industry Group. Over 400 leaders from coal industry regulatory departments, industry associations, and coal production enterprises, as well as numerous authoritative experts and scholars in the field of domestic coal mining machinery, gathered for this significant occasion, making the conference a complete success.

The exchange session was chaired by Yang Shuyong, Chairman of the China Coal Machinery Industry Association. Qu Kai, Chairman of the organizing unit, Shenyang Northern Traffic Heavy Industry Group, delivered a welcome speech, expressing a warm welcome to all leaders, experts, and representatives in attendance. He also extended heartfelt thanks to the leaders, guests, and users at all levels who have cared for and supported the construction and development of Northern Traffic over the years.

In his address, Chairman Qu Kai emphasized that the conference was convened against the backdrop of the coal mining industry nationwide vigorously promoting the application of intelligent coal mining equipment, the development of transparent geological mines, and smart mine construction, particularly under the premise of ensuring efficient production while strictly preventing various mining disasters. During the forum, he provided a detailed introduction to Northern Traffic's development plans for excavation and drilling equipment, as well as the research, development plans, and achievements in tunneling and drilling products. He noted that in recent years, Northern Traffic has been dedicated to enhancing safety in China's coal mining production, with a mission to provide advanced, reliable, and efficient coal mining equipment. The company has become one of the leading suppliers of coal mining machinery in China's coal industry.

At the conference, Wang Guangde, Senior Advisor of the China National Coal Association, Academician Zhang Tiegang of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, Pan Yishan, Secretary of Liaoning University, Professor Lin Baiquan of China University of Mining and Technology, Associate Professor Liu Zhixiang of Liaoning Technical University, Meng Guoying, Dean of the School of Mechanical, Electrical, and Information Engineering at China University of Mining and Technology (Beijing), and Zhao Quan, Section Chief of the Drilling Department at the Surveying Company of Shendong Coal Branch of National Energy Group, delivered insightful speeches. They reviewed and analyzed the deep-seated contradictions and challenges facing the development of the coal industry, and exchanged discussions on the most advanced technologies and typical experiences in intelligent rapid excavation, water hazard prevention and control, disaster emergency rescue, and prevention in coal mines.

During the product technology exchange session, Dong Ran, Deputy Chief Engineer of Northern Traffic, Dai Jingbo, Director of the Tunneling Machinery Research Institute, and Zhang Zhibin, Deputy Director of the Drilling Engineering Division, delivered technical lectures on topics such as "New Processes and Models in the Development of Directional Drilling Equipment Technology" and "Technology and Application of Intelligent Excavation Systems," which were highly praised by the attending guests.

Coinciding with the Forum on Intelligent Rapid Excavation and Directional Drilling Technology and Equipment in Coal Mines, the event also celebrated the 15th anniversary of the establishment of the Shanxi Branch of Shenyang Northern Traffic Heavy Industry Group. The Shanxi Branch was founded in 2008 and has been rooted in Shanxi for fifteen years. Shanxi is a major coal-producing province in China and also a significant demand hub for coal (energy) technology and equipment. Northern Traffic has devoted itself to this fertile land, contributing to the development of Shanxi's industry while receiving strong support from coal enterprises and forging deep friendships.

In recent years, adhering to the development philosophy of "technology drives industrial progress," Northern Traffic has emphasized both research and industry, forming an industrial cluster supported by core technologies such as roadway excavation equipment, underground mining drilling equipment, coal mining machinery, and trackless rubber-tired vehicles. The company has actively promoted technological advancement, enhanced independent innovation capabilities, and further advanced the intelligent, efficient, and green development of China's coal mining machinery and equipment.

(Note: This article is sourced from the internet, with references from Tonghuashun Finance and the official social media account of Keday Automatic Control.)