Hitachi Construction Machinery embraces AI technology to advance smart mining

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• Hitachi Construction Machinery
• Rithmik Solutions
• AI
• mining

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Hitachi Construction Machinery invests in AI analytics firm to further optimise mining operations through AI analysis technology.

Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. has invested $3million (€2.6million) in Rithmik Solutions, a specialist in agnostics analytics for mobile mining equipment. Using Rithmik’s AI analysis technology, HCM aims to deliver solutions that increase productivity and reduce environmental impact at mines around the world.

In a site test conducted from August 2024 to July 2025, Rithmik analysed data from 40 dump trucks and six ultra-large excavators. By comparing design-based reference values with real-time operational data, the company quantitatively evaluated the accuracy of anomaly detection and predictive maintenance.

Optimizing performance of mining machines
The results confirmed that the early detection of machine abnormalities enabled proactive intervention, reducing downtime and fuel consumption. This in turn contributed to improved productivity and reduced environmental impact.

Hitachi Construction Machinery’s investment in Rithmik will drive ongoing technology advancement, customer support capabilities, and market expansion. The Hitachi Construction Machinery Group will continue to advance its efforts to optimise mining operations and improve sustainability.

Flexible solutions for mining companies
HCM Vice President and Executive Officer, and the President of Mining Business Unit, Eiji Fukunishi commented: “This investment marks an important step towards Hitachi Construction Machinery’s goal of building open digital platforms with various partners. Combining Rithmik’s advanced, AI-powered data analysis technology with Hitachi Construction Machinery’s insight will help us provide more flexible solutions to our customers. It will also contribute to increased productivity and reduced environmental impact at mining sites.”