Reliable Cabling for Harsh Mining Environments

Armoured, UV/oil‑resistant, flame‑rated cables and turnkey harnessing for surface, underground
and site infrastructure.

Overview

Renewable Energy for a Sustainable Mining Future

Mining is among the most energy‑intensive industries. Diesel generators and remote grid connections drive fuel spend, create noise and emissions, and expose operations to supply risks.

By integrating renewable power—especially solar with BESS—sites reduce CO₂, stabilise electricity costs and cut downtime from refuelling.  JJ‑LAPP makes this transition practical: we supply certified cabling and connectivity for pit, plant and site infrastructure, engineered for UV, oil, abrasion and vibration. Our solutions are proven in extreme climates across ASEAN.

Illustrative benchmarks often used on mine studies: PV LCOE up to ~50% cheaper than diesel; emission reductions up to ~450 g/kWh vs. diesel. Actual results vary by site.

Mining Can Be Divided Into Three Sub‑Areas

Open‑pit operations expose cables to UV radiation, oil, fuel, rock abrasion and heavy vibration. Long runs across benches and haul roads demand high‑load power and robust data backbones for telemetry and control.

Underground environments require flame‑rated, low‑smoke/halogen‑free options with reliable EMC for VSDs, pumps and ventilation. Routing space is tight; fast maintenance and clear labelling reduce stoppages.

Processing plants, admin/BTS buildings, lighting towers and hybrid microgrids (solar + BESS + diesel) rely on interoperable power and communication networks. JJ‑LAPP provides the armoured power, fibre, Ethernet and gland/protection systems that make these sites run safely and efficiently.

Speak to an Engineer Explore our eShop →

Applications

From energy distribution to automation, every station in a mine puts cables under stress: UV, oil, abrasion, vibration, EMI and heat. Choose the right specification to prevent outages. The applications below show typical failure modes and the JJ‑LAPP product families that solve them.

Mobile plant drives and sensors require flexible, abrasion‑resistant cabling with strong EMC.
What you face: Constant vibration and flexing; oil/fuel exposure; stone chips and sharp edges; EMI from large drives.
What you get with JJ‑LAPP:
- ÖLFLEX® robust power/control cables with armoured or reinforced sheaths for rough handling.
- UNITRONIC® data for sensors and CAN/RS‑485 telemetry.
- SKINTOP® MS‑SC / BRUSH EMC glands with 360° contact.
- SILVYN® metal/plastic conduits for impact and abrasion protection.

Continuous duty and long cable chains demand high flex life and easy maintenance.
What you face: High dynamic loads, drag‑chain wear, long travel; dust ingress.
What you get with JJ-LAPP:
- ÖLFLEX® CHAIN dynamic cables and pre‑assembled chains to slash install time.
- ETHERLINE® Cat.6/6A for reliable high‑bandwidth control.
- EPIC® heavy‑duty connectors for fast swap‑outs.

Conveyors operate continuously across benches and stockpiles; failures halt the mine. 
What you face: : Long runs, voltage drop, EMI from VSDs, frequent restarts, UV and dust.
What you get with JJ-LAPP:
- ÖLFLEX® power cables sized for long runs and VSD duty.
- ETHERLINE® Ethernet and managed switches for synchronised control.
- Pre‑terminated cable chains and FLEXIMARK® for rapid commissioning.

Pumps, fans and LHDs require flame‑rated, low‑smoke solutions with dependable EMC.
What you face: Heat, moisture, confined routing, mechanical shock; mandatory flame/LSZH ratings.
What you get with JJ-LAPP:
- ÖLFLEX® flame‑retardant LSZH power/control options.
- UNITRONIC® RS‑485/CAN for robust comms; HITRONIC® fibre for long spans.
- SKINTOP® glands with strain relief for vibration.

Crushers, mills, screens and SCADA require clean power and noise‑free data. 
What you face: Heavy vibration; motor starting currents; oil, water and chemical splash; dense cable trays.
What you get with JJ‑LAPP:
- ÖLFLEX® heat/chemical‑resistant power/control.
- ETHERLINE® Cat.6A industrial Ethernet; UNITRONIC® for field I/O.
- SILVYN® conduits and tray accessories; EPIC® connectors for modular skids.

PV arrays cut diesel use and stabilise costs on remote sites. 
What you face: UV, heat, sand; long DC strings; MC4 compatibility and tidy routing; earthing and lightning considerations.
What you get with JJ‑LAPP:
- ÖLFLEX® SOLAR cabling and accessories.
- ETHERLINE® for plant monitoring; HITRONIC® fibre backbones.
- SKINTOP® outdoor glands; SILVYN® UV‑stable conduits.

BESS improves stability and enables spinning‑reserve reductions. 
What you face: High DC currents; temperature management; fire‑safety routing and labelling; interoperability with PV/diesel controls.
What you get with JJ‑LAPP:
- Armoured DC power assemblies; EPIC® high‑current connectors.
- ETHERLINE® / UNITRONIC® for EMS, PLC and metering.
- Labelling with FLEXIMARK®; compliant glands and protective conduits.

Reliable comms and safe lighting support operations and HSE compliance.
What you face: Outdoor UV and wind; long runs to masts; PoE, CCTV and access control integration.
What you get with JJ‑LAPP:
- HITRONIC® fibre and ETHERLINE® PoE/Ethernet cabling.
- ÖLFLEX® armoured power for lighting towers.
- SKINTOP® glands and SILVYN® conduits for outdoor terminations.

Speak to an Engineer