Technology Modernisation
Replace paper, WhatsApp threads and spreadsheets with connected tools your teams will actually use.
- Digital workflow automation
- Cloud-based project management
- Mobile field solutions
Construction & Mining Technology · Africa
Modernising the way Africa builds and mines
From open-pit mines to road projects and building sites, we help teams adopt the right technology for site reporting, safety and live operational data, so every shift delivers measurable results.
What we do
Three ways we move your operation forward
Each engagement starts on site, with your people and your machines. We recommend only what will be used at the face, in the yard and in the site office.
Compliance & Safety
Build safety and regulatory processes that work in site conditions, with records that stand up to an inspection.
- Safety protocols
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk management
Data Analytics & Insights
Turn shift reports, telematics and production numbers into decisions your supervisors can act on the same day.
- Performance dashboards
- Predictive analytics
- KPI optimisation
Official reseller of Valoon in AfricaSales, rollout, training and support by Recon Edge Consulting
Technology modernisation in practice
Site software your artisans will not fight.
Most trade crews already run their day through WhatsApp. Valoon uses the same platform, so there is nothing new to install or learn.
72%of artisans already coordinate over WhatsApp
55%of them already use it for site documentation too
Daily site report #54Signed
Hours logged8 h 30 min
Work doneFormwork, axis C
Sent to site management16:03
How it works, in one chat
1WhatsApp in
The crew sends a voice note, photo or message. Nothing new to open.
2Valoon processes
It is turned into a structured report in seconds, automatically.
3Clean documentation out
Signed, filed and sent straight to site management.
What changes for the artisan on site
- Logs a problem, request or finished task as a normal chat message, photo attached.
- Fills in a timesheet or any report from a single voice note, in any official language.
- Gets tasks, instructions and the latest drawings sent straight to that chat.
- Works in their own language. Valoon translates automatically.
- Nothing to download, log into, or be trained on.
How we make your work easier
Your voice writes the reportOne voice note fills in the full report, timesheet included, in any official language.
Automatic translationYour crew speaks in their own language. The office reads every report in English, automatically.
One platform, not a data graveyardNo more digging through groups and old chats. Every report sits in one place, ready to prompt for what you need.
No second systemOpen interfaces (REST API, MCP) connect Valoon directly with your ERP. No second data island.
Used on 300+ active projects across 5+ countries, now with voice reporting and an open API built in.
Ready to see it on your own sites?
Book a live demo, or message us and we'll set it up with an example from your daily work.
How we work
From a first demo to a working system
A clear path that starts small, proves value on one site, then scales across your operation.
STEP 01
Demo
We show your team Valoon and our approach, using examples from your own sites and daily work.
30–45 minutesSTEP 02
Valoon Pilot
We deploy Valoon in 30 minutes and train your crew to report through it. Then we measure the difference.
4–6 weeksSTEP 03
Roll out
We train teams, set up reporting and extend the system across sites.
PhasedSTEP 04
Support
We stay on as your partner, reviewing results and improving adoption.
OngoingWhere we work
From the pit to the road to the building site
Mining and construction share the same pressures: tight programmes, heavy equipment, strict safety rules and information that gets stuck on paper. We work across all three.
Mining
Mines & quarries
- Load-and-haul and fleet data
- Shift and production reporting
- Safety and compliance records
Civil
Roads & civil works
- Daily progress and quantities
- Plant and equipment utilisation
- Traffic and site safety
Building
Building sites
- Site diaries and photo records
- Snag lists and handover
- Subcontractor coordination
On the ground
Pits, quarries, new roads and busy building sites. The places where a missed report or an idle machine costs real money.
Haul cycleMining dump truck on the ramp
Quarry operationsFleet movement from above
Road constructionPaving crew from above
Our mission
Digitise 90% of construction and mining operations across Africa by 2035
Africa's sites run some of the world's hardest-working machines, yet much of the information about them still lives on paper. We are here to change that, one site at a time.
Target2026 → 2035
90%
3Service lines
2Sectors
1Continent
About Recon Edge
A specialist consultancy for the industries that build Africa
We are a management consultancy focused on one thing: helping construction and mining companies adopt technology and run better operations.
David
Co-Founder · Technology & Operations
Brings a background in heavy-equipment operations and data, and leads technology strategy and delivery for clients.
Mandy
Co-Founder · Marketing & Sales
Leads client relationships and partnerships, making sure every engagement starts with a clear business case.
Why work with us
- Focused on mining, roads and building construction
- Practical tools chosen for site conditions
- We work alongside your team, not around it
- Ongoing support after go-live
- Level 1 B-BBEE contributor
Book a meeting
Pick the conversation that fits
Both meetings are free and held online. Choose a slot that suits you and you'll get a calendar invite with the meeting link straight away.
Valoon
30 min
Valoon demo
See how Valoon handles site messages, photos, tasks and daily reports, using examples from construction and mining.
- Live walkthrough of the app
- How your crews would use it on site
- Rollout, training and pricing questions
Consulting
60 min
Consultation
A working session on your operation. We look at where time, data or safety records are being lost, and what would fix it.
- Your sites, fleet and current tools
- Quick wins and a suggested roadmap
- Data, safety and digital options
Prefer to chat first? Message us on WhatsApp or email info@recon-edge.com. Bookings need at least one day's notice. Times are South African time (SAST).
Get in touch
Let's talk about your sites
Tell us what you're trying to fix, whether it's reporting, safety records or equipment data. We'll get back to you to set up a conversation.
Emailinfo@recon-edge.com
Business hours (SAST)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00 · Weekends by appointment