ROCKSHIELD WORKSTATION LIMITED

Rockshield Workstation Ltd is an Irish engineering specialist that has developed a patented, CE‑certified overhead hydraulic safety canopy for underground mining operations. Designed in close collaboration with active mines, the Rockshield system incorporates a unique shock‑absorption mechanism that protects man‑baskets from rock‑fall impacts and dramatically reduces the vibration transmitted to the operator. Independent ISO 3449 testing confirms the canopy deflects under a 128.75 kN impact (equivalent to a 13‑tonne load) by less than 10 cm, delivering industry‑leading protection for miners during scaling and inspection tasks.

Based in Templemore, the company supplies a fully retractable, manually operated canopy that can be fitted to boom trucks, scissor lifts and tracked crawlers, with variable‑height settings and 320° of visibility. Customisable canopies and basket brackets are available to suit specific machinery, and the solution has earned endorsements from senior personnel at the Lisheen Mine and Irish Gypsum for its practical, robust design. Rockshield Workstation Ltd therefore offers a comprehensive safety and management solution for mining workers and the wider mining community.