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QField for Mining and Quarrying

Mobile GIS for exploration mapping, operations, and environmental monitoring in mines and quarries.

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Collect accurate data across mine sites

Map features, record samples, and document inspections even without connectivity.

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Field workflows for mines and quarries

  • Exploration mapping and sampling
  • Haul road and safety inspections
  • Environmental monitoring and compliance

End-to-end with QGIS and QFieldCloud

Prepare, collect, and sync data across teams with an auditable trail of changes.

Why this matters

  • Harsh environments and offline workflows
  • Fragmented field notes and photos
  • Slow consolidation into GIS and reports

Trusted results

  • Used in exploration and operations
  • Robust offline and GNSS support

FAQ

Can we design geology forms in QGIS?
Yes. Configure units, domains, and required fields to standardize inputs.
Do you support grid or waypoint navigation?
Yes. Navigate to targets and stake out planned points and lines.

About QField

QField is the leading professional fieldwork app used in enterprise settings for efficient geospatial data collection and management. As a Digital Public Good, QField not only excels in enterprise and professional applications but also contributes significantly to advancing at least six of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting a more sustainable and equitable future.

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QField is released under the GNU Public License (GPL) Version 2 or above. Developing QField under this license means that you can inspect and modify the source code and guarantees that you will always have access to a QGIS based field data collection app that is free of cost and can be freely modified.

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Credits

QField, QFieldCloud and QFieldSync are developped by OPENGIS.ch. OPENGIS.ch offers consulting, development, training and support for open-source software including QField, QGIS and PostGIS.