DSI Underground: Market Research Report

Company Overview

Company Name

DSI Underground

Mission

To provide safety to underground operations and deliver expertise and sustainability for mining and tunneling globally.

Year Founded

The history of DSI Underground dates back to 1865.

Founders

Originally founded as Dyckerhoff & Widmann AG in Karlsruhe, Germany.

Key People

No information is available.

Headquarters

No information is available.

Number of Employees

Over 2,500

Revenue

No information is available.

Known For

DSI Underground is known as the world’s leading supplier of ground support products, systems, and solutions for the underground mining and tunneling industry. They offer market-leading brands covering everything from bolting systems to injection chemicals and resin capsules.

Products

Product Portfolio

Bolting Systems

Injection Chemicals

Resin Capsules

Roof Bolts

Tiger Bolt® System

OMEGA-BOLT®

DCP Bolt

Liner Plates

ALWAG Systems e.g., AT- Pipe Umbrella Support System

FASLOC® resin cartridges

High-Level Description & Key Features

Bolting Systems

Customized solutions designed for specific mining and tunneling conditions. Key features include high-quality manufacturing, reliability, and safety in challenging underground conditions.

Injection Chemicals

Used extensively for their technical standards compliance and various applications, including shaft sinking and emergency support.

Resin Capsules

Available in different setting times (slow and fast) and combinations to reduce material and cycle times.

Roof Bolts

Tiger Bolt® System: Genuine “one pass” permanent resin anchor system.

OMEGA-BOLT®: Expandable friction bolt equipped with an internal additional steel element.

DCP Bolt: Provides corrosion protection for specialty roof bolts.

Liner Plates

Offer maximum support during the critical mining phase in soft ground tunneling with minimum steel weight.

ALWAG Systems

AT- Pipe Umbrella Support System: Provides reliable tunnel wall support in fault zones and unstable conditions.

AT-Power Set Self-drilling Friction Bolts: Combine drilling and installation with standard machines to save time and cost.

FASLOC® Resin Cartridges

Combined cartridges reduce material to be transported and bolting cycle times.

Recent Developments

Acquisition of Edvirt: A virtual reality training specialist to enhance safety and productivity across underground operations.

Acquisition of Norgalv: A galvanizing plant in Ontario, Canada to supply mining, grating, and guide rail sectors.

Expansion in Western Africa: Stock availability of the full DSI portfolio locally in major mining markets including Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Mali.

Merger with Sandvik Group: Completing Sandvik's acquisition and inclusion in Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions’ Ground Support Division.

New Products

No information is available.

New Features Added

No information is available.

New Partnerships

Joint Venture with ABC Canada: To strengthen the safety level for underground mining and tunneling.

Conclusion

DSI Underground is a prominent global leader offering comprehensive ground support solutions for the mining and tunneling industry. Through continuous innovation and strategic acquisitions, they uphold their mission of advancing safety and sustainability in underground operations. The company's integration with Sandvik Group further strengthens its market position and enhances its product and service offerings.