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Mobile Equipment Lifecycle Management Partner
Powering productivity across the lifecycle of your mobile fleet
Since 1996, TacminMadini has supported mining clients with high-value heavy mobile equipment (HME) services, including fleet selection studies, capital and operating cost modelling, equipment procurement support, performance improvement strategies, and contractor-versus-owner mining trade-offs—capabilities that have consistently delivered results across diverse and remote projects. These proven methodologies now form the foundation of BlueForge, TacminMadini’s specialised asset management service. Initially focused on light vehicle compliance and reliability, BlueForge is structured to evolve in the same deliberate way—extending its lifecycle-based approach to HME by maintaining, monitoring, and managing equipment to maximise uptime, improve utilisation, and align assets with production goals, cost efficiency, and operational resilience.
Fleet establishment & lifecycle optimisation
BlueForge supports heavy mobile equipment deployment through early-stage condition audits, compliance checks, and lifecycle planning. We ensure assets are site-ready and aligned with production strategies while supporting long-term fleet value through predictive planning, useful life estimation, and readiness assessments tailored to remote mining environments.
Performance improvement & cost control
We apply benchmarking and analytical models to monitor equipment performance, output alignment, and cost efficiency. By integrating operational data with predictive maintenance and cost-per-hour modelling, BlueForge helps mine operators identify inefficiencies, improve productivity, and make informed decisions that drive down lifecycle costs and increase fleet utilisation and performance.
Capital strategy & ownership modelling
BlueForge gives clients the insights needed to make high-impact capital and ownership decisions. We assess contractor versus owner-operator models, develop equipment specifications, and support procurement processes through bid evaluations and TCO modelling—ensuring assets are fit-for-purpose, cost-effective, and aligned with long-term project delivery objectives.
BlueForge Heavy Mobile Equipment Lifecycle Solutions
Delivering reliable, scalable mobile equipment solutions for mining and construction operations
Condition audits
Performance benchmarks
Project cost modeling
Ownership analysis
Capital planning
Condition audits
Fleet health and operational alignment
Category 1: Condition audits & lifecycle planning
BlueForge begins with rigorous condition assessments to evaluate mechanical health, regulatory compliance, and heavy mobile equipment operational readiness. These insights inform lifecycle strategies, aligning asset decisions with site-specific requirements, production targets, and long-term fleet planning goals.
Key Services:
- Mechanical and structural condition assessments
- Remaining useful life (RUL) estimation
- Lifecycle cost modelling and asset performance forecasting
- Compliance checks to the mine site and regulatory standards
- Equipment readiness plans aligned with the project scope
Equipment Scope: Heavy mobile equipment, including haul trucks, excavators, dozers, graders, and loaders
Facility Requirements: Inspection areas, diagnostic tooling, and field service support
Performance benchmarks
Performance benchmarking and production
Category 2: Performance benchmarking & output alignment
We track HME productivity and utilisation against OEM standards and site-specific KPIs to assess real-world output performance. By establishing benchmarks and analysing production efficiency, we support improvements in equipment use, scheduling, and haulage strategies—ensuring output is aligned with operational targets.
Key Services:
- Benchmarking of equipment performance against OEM and industry norms
- Production output analysis across load, haul, and support equipment
- Availability, utilisation, and cycle time diagnostics
- Performance deviation tracking and root cause analysis
- Recommendations for operational uplift and shift efficiency
Equipment Scope: Operating fleets across active production environments
Facility Requirements: Access to production data, dispatch records, and telematics integration
Project cost modeling
Project cost modelling breakdowns – owner
Category 3: Owner-operator cost modelling & analysis
BlueForge provides detailed cost modelling for owner-operated fleets, helping identify true cost-per-hour figures and lifecycle financial impact. These models support budget planning, cost control, and internal rate of return assessments—essential for capital allocation and operational sustainability.
Key Services:
- Cost-per-hour modelling by equipment type and operating profile
- Breakdown of ownership, operating, maintenance, and indirect costs
- Fuel and tyre consumption analysis
- Cost trend monitoring and forecasting
- Budget alignment and financial reporting support
Equipment Scope: Owner-operated or transitioning heavy mobile equipment fleets
Facility Requirements: Access to historical and forecast financial data, maintenance records
Ownership analysis
Strategic alignment and ownership modelling
Category 4: Contractor vs owner-operator trade-off analysis
Through structured trade-off studies, we help mining stakeholders determine the optimal equipment ownership model. Comparing contractor and owner-operator scenarios across cost, control, risk, and delivery, we support informed decisions that align with operational strategy and long-term goals.
Key Services:
- Ownership model cost-benefit and risk comparison
- Contractor performance capability assessments
- Risk, compliance, and operational control evaluations
- Scenario modelling for hybrid and transition models
- Strategic alignment with production and financial goals
Equipment Scope: Projects considering or revisiting ownership models for fleet operations
Facility Requirements: Operational, commercial, and contract data access
Capital planning
Capital alignment and procurement support
Category 5: Capital planning & procurement support
TacminMadini supports HME capital decisions by aligning equipment selection with project needs and site realities. From technical specifications through to tender evaluations, we ensure clients invest in fit-for-purpose assets that deliver long-term value and performance reliability.
Key Services:
- Capital budgeting and replacement planning for heavy equipment
- Equipment specification development aligned with duty cycles
- Tender process support and bid adjudication
- Total cost of ownership (TCO) modelling
- Procurement strategy and risk mitigation advisory
Equipment Scope: New or replacement fleet procurement across mine development or production
Facility Requirements: Procurement and capital plan access, supplier engagement mechanisms
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