We will always have a plan
We will always have a plan
Mine scheduling software designed for longwall mining teams. Plan retreats, track equipment wear, monitor safety data, and manage resources with real-time insights to improve efficiency and safety.
Longwall mining is complex. Every day depends on precise planning, safe sequencing, and knowing exactly what’s happening underground.
BlockBuilder helps you stay one step ahead – giving your team a clear, centralised plan to manage retreats, equipment wear, and production safely and efficiently.
Built by Mapped Out Solutions, BlockBuilder is mine scheduling software designed specifically for longwall operations – providing real-time visibility, simple planning tools, and data you can trust.
BlockBuilder brings structure and clarity to the longwall environment.
It’s a practical digital tool that helps operations teams plan retreats, track performance, and manage maintenance – all in one easy-to-use platform.
No unnecessary complexity. No endless spreadsheets. Just one clear system to keep your longwall plan on track.
How It Works
BlockBuilder turns your mine plan into a live, visual schedule that your whole crew can follow.
From retreat sequencing to weekly forecasts, every feature is built around how longwall operations really work.
Core features include:
Drag-and-drop planning makes it simple to map out each block, position cribrooms and sensors, and assign tasks to crews. Real-time gas data and colour-coded visuals keep everyone focused on safety and performance.
Monitor wear on shearer drums, sprockets, and other critical equipment. BlockBuilder automatically calculates wear projections so you can schedule maintenance proactively – reducing downtime and preventing costly failures.
Turn monthly forecasts into actionable weekly targets. Set shift-by-shift goals, adjust maintenance windows, and make sure your team stays aligned without the admin headache.
Log pick usage quickly during daily meetings for accurate, real-time resource tracking. No more chasing spreadsheets – just data that’s ready when you need it.
See what’s next before it becomes urgent. Get a clear snapshot of upcoming tasks, equipment needs, and resource priorities to keep transitions smooth and predictable.
BlockBuilder is designed by people who understand underground operations. It focuses on what really matters – safety, simplicity, and control.
At Mapped Out Solutions, we believe that effective planning is the foundation of safer, more efficient mining. With BlockBuilder, you’ll have a clear plan, shared visibility, and confidence in every shift.
Book a free demo with one of our operational specialists and discover how BlockBuilder can fit into your workflow.
Book a free demo with one of our operational specialists and discover how BlockBuilder can fit into your workflow.
BlockBuilder forms part of the wider Mapped Out Solutions suite. A set of connected tools designed to digitise and streamline operational management.
NEXIS – Operations management software for planning, scheduling and reporting.
Breakin – Workplace safety software built for high-risk industries. Manage unplanned tasks, conduct inspections, assess hazards, and enforce compliance with a structured, AI-supported process that keeps teams safe and accountable.
PanelPlan – Panel Planner is mine development software that helps crews plan, track, and report progress as they build gateroads.
Together, they give organisations a single source of truth for planning, execution and safety across every site.