“The formation of Strata Proximity Systems and the acquisition of Frederick Mining Controls is a significant step forward for both Strata Worldwide and the HazardAvert system,” Strata chief operating officer Mike Berube said.

The alliance grants Strata worldwide distribution rights for the HazardAvert system, management of other HazardAvert distributors and management of all distribution and marketing aspects of Strata Proximity Systems.

“The companies can now meet the growing market demand for these systems and provide the support required,” he added.

“Together, we have the resources to enhance the technology as well as increase production capabilities.”

With the changes in US coal mining regulations on proximity detection, Strata said the company would be investing considerable time and resources into the MSHA-approved system’s development and manufacture.

To date, HazardAvert has been installed underground in three major US coal mines, and multiple systems are underground and operational in coal mines in South Africa.

HazardAvert is available through Strata Products Worldwide, which has operations in the US, South Africa, Australia, Europe and China.