Rockfeel GmbH
Rockfeel GmbH develops robust sensor and software solutions for efficient, resource-saving, and safe operation of excavation machines in mining and construction industries.
About
Rockfeel GmbH is a high-tech startup based in Freiberg, Germany, specializing in smart sensor assistant systems for mining, tunneling, and heavy construction applications. The company's mission is to enable lean, efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly extraction processes by providing advanced monitoring and analysis solutions for rock cutting machines. Their technology focuses on automatic wear detection of cutter picks, in-operation measurement of rock strength, and early warning for weak rock zones to improve operational efficiency, reduce downtime, and enhance safety for both machine and personnel. Rockfeel's solutions are designed for integration with various types of excavation machinery and are backed by interdisciplinary engineering talent and close collaborations with regional and European partners.
Products & Services
- RockFeel Assistant (sensor system for wear and rock strength monitoring on cutting machines)
- Cutter Wear Assistant (automatic wear state detection and warning for picks on cutter drums)
- Rock Break Assistant (early detection system for weak rock materials during cutting)
- Pick Wear Monitoring solutions (sensor-based remote monitoring for tool wear)
- Cutting tests and tool optimization services (including force measurement, pick wear analysis, and emulation of cutting conditions)
Use Cases & Case Studies
- Validations and field tests in various rock quarries for different stone types
- Monitoring and wear analysis on a road header in underground salt mining
- Case studies on pick wear reduction and safety improvement during tunnel and heavy ground works
Partnerships & Collaborations
- Collaboration with Institute for Mining of TU Bergakademie Freiberg
- Testing support by EPIROC Deutschland GmbH
- Technical support by ERKAT PC Fräsen GmbH
- Field trials with Südwestdeutsche Salzwerke AG
- Support from multiple regional construction and quarry companies
Awards & Recognition
- Nominated for the Saxon Start-up Award (Sächsischer Gründerpreis)
- Reached finals for the Saxon Innovation Award