Hydropower Systems (HPS) is a South African mining technology company specialising in innovative hydropowered drilling systems and equipment for underground mining operations. Headquartered in Potchefstroom, HPS develops solutions designed to improve productivity, safety and efficiency while reducing reliance on compressed air and lowering energy and water consumption.
At the heart of its offering is the award-winning Hydrovessel® system, a modular high-pressure water-powered drilling solution used across applications including secondary support, raise development, stoping, water jetting and long-hole drilling. HPS also supplies a range of ancillary underground mining equipment, including rock drills, roofbolters, water-jetting systems, blast-hole cleaners and specialised drilling rigs.
HPS incorporates digital monitoring and IoT capabilities into its systems, enabling real-time performance monitoring, predictive maintenance and improved operational control. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainable mining, the company develops practical technologies aimed at creating safer, more productive and more energy-efficient underground mining operations.
