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Matrix Design Group LLC Honored with Mountaineer Guardian Safety Award  Charleston, WV – April 15, 2024 — Matrix Design Group LLC has been awarded the Mountaineer Guardian Safety Award by the West Virginia Coal Association and the West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training for its outstanding commitment to mine safety as an independent […]

IntelliZone® is now CE and ATEX Certified!  As the need for safer, faster and more efficient underground powered haulage continues to grow around the world, Matrix is pleased to announce our award-winning IntelliZone® Proximity Detection system is now CE and ATEX certified.  CE (Conformité Européenne) indicates IntelliZone meets European Union (EU) health, safety and environmental […]

MSHA Powered Haulage & Equipment Program  On December 20, 2023, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) issued a rule implementing a new written safety program in response to a concerning uptick in serious and fatal mine accidents related to powered haulage equipment over the past few years. In 2023, the mining industry lost 40 […]

Matrix Design Group, LLC Names Keith Hainer as President  NEWBURGH, IN.  February 26, 2025 – Matrix Design Group, LLC (Matrix), a global leader in safety and productivity technologies for industrial and mining segments, has named Keith Hainer as its new President. Mark Watson, who formerly served as both President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will transition the […]

The Hidden Costs of Mining Accidents  Mining accidents have always carried significant consequences, but the financial toll continues to climb—and sometimes in unexpected ways. Recently, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced a 2.6% increase in civil penalties to adjust for inflation. For context, a willful violation now incurs a fine of $11,823, while […]

Unlock the Future of Smart Warehousing with AI Collision Avoidance, Realtime Data and Matrix OmniPro Vision AI  It’s not too late to watch this informative webinar. Click on the link below, register on the OH&S page and the webinar replay will appear.  Click here to watch a replay of this informative webinar Step into the future of warehouse safety by harnessing […]

OmniPro Vision AI Wins OH&S’s New Product of the Year Award for Facility Safety  We are proud to announce that OmniPro Vision AI has been recognized with the Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) New Product of the Year Award for facility safety. This prestigious award underscores our dedication to delivering cutting-edge technology that enhances safety and productivity in industrial environments.  […]

Safety-related companies often weave statistics throughout websites and sales materials. At times, even exaggerated numbers are cited to spur interest and action. So, how do you know whether you should “buy” this data?  Tip #1: Look for an attribution to a reputable source. When evaluating a company’s safety statistics, it’s crucial to rely on quality sources and verifiable data. Here’s why […]

NEWBURGH, IN — April 18, 2024 — Matrix Design Group, LLC, a global leader in safety and productivity technologies within industrial and mining segments, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for its new headquarters in Newburgh, Indiana on April 18. It was attended by local community leaders and key stakeholders from Matrix Design Group and Alliance Resource Partners, […]

Work to Zero: You have the Technology in place to support a safer facility, but how do you get People to make it a reality? Data is critical, but technology provides only part of the answer. People are the key element in making it happen. Having them engaged, involved, rewarded, excited and ultimately responsible is vital. While each individual stands […]