Systems Built for Mining Minerals & Metals Processing
Robust Monitoring. Durable Components. Built for Harsh Operating Conditions.
Where Harsh Conditions Meet Controlled Performance
Mining and metals processing facilities operate in some of the most demanding industrial environments. From material extraction and ore processing to refining and finishing, equipment must perform reliably under constant vibration, abrasive materials, and extreme operating conditions.
Forberg Smith provides instrumentation, valves, filtration, and monitoring solutions designed to help maintain stable operations across these complex systems. Our team works closely with plant engineers, operations leaders, and maintenance teams to improve process visibility, maintain measurement reliability, and ensure critical components withstand challenging operating environments.
Through trusted manufacturer partnerships and extensive application experience, we help mining and metals facilities maintain safe operations while improving productivity and environmental compliance.
Process Control Services for Mining, Minerals & Metals Operations
Mining and metals facilities depend on rugged equipment and reliable monitoring systems to maintain safe and efficient production. Forberg Smith delivers specialized services designed to help operations maintain process control and keep production systems running reliably.
Start Up & Commissioning
Ensure instrumentation and monitoring systems are properly installed and configured to perform reliably in demanding industrial environments.
Onsite Calibration & Verification
Maintain accurate measurement across pressure, temperature, flow, and level devices used throughout material handling, processing, and refining operations.
Valve Automation
Automate flow control across processing systems to improve operational consistency and reduce manual intervention in hazardous or high-load environments.
Gas Detection Services
Provide monitoring systems that help detect hazardous gases and protect personnel working in confined or high-risk areas.
Gauge Assembly & Testing
Build, test, fill, and assemble pressure gauges and diaphragm seal systems designed for rugged industrial service.
Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI)
Provide convenient access to product specifications, pricing, and ordering tools to streamline procurement.
Digital Commerce Tools
Provide fast access to product information, specifications, and ordering tools to help teams source the right components quickly.
Mining, Minerals & Metals Challenges We Help You Solve
Harsh operating conditions including dust, vibration, and abrasive materials that accelerate equipment wear
Equipment exposure to extreme pressure, temperature, and heavy mechanical loads
Unplanned downtime that disrupts material processing and impacts production output
Difficulty maintaining accurate measurement in rugged industrial environments
Complex processing systems that require reliable instrumentation and control integration
Environmental and regulatory requirements related to emissions, safety, and process monitoring
Limited availability of durable components designed for demanding mining and metals applications
A Partner for Demanding Industrial Environments
Forberg Smith partners with mining and metals operators to maintain dependable production systems.
With expertise in extraction, processing, and refining, we help select durable components, ensure reliable measurement, and strengthen overall operational performance.
Why Choose Forberg Smith?
- Experience working with instrumentation and control systems used in demanding mining and metals operations
- Access to durable, high-performance components built for rugged industrial environments
- Field technicians who respond quickly when instrumentation issues threaten production uptime
- Inventory and procurement programs designed to support maintenance teams and remote operations
Why Choose Forberg Smith?
- Technical expertise to diagnose and resolve instrumentation challenges in heavy industrial environments
- Solutions focused on improving production efficiency while maintaining safety and environmental compliance
- Employee-owners committed to dependable service and long-term partnership
Insights, Stories & Solutions
Type 3241 Globe Valve
A versatile globe control valve designed for precise flow control in industrial, chemical, power, and utility applications.
Precision Matters: From Installation to Startup and Calibration — What You Need to Know
Accurate measurement begins at installation and carries through startup, commissioning, and routine calibration. When expertise is applied early, issues are addressed before they cause delays, helping operations stay reliable, efficient, and on track. Getting these steps right from the start makes everything that follows simpler and more dependable.
Let’s Talk Mining, Minerals & Metals Solutions
Connect with the Forberg Smith team to explore how our instrumentation, process control, and service capabilities can strengthen safety, efficiency, and reliability across mining and metals operations.