Variant Mining Technologies ( VMT ) is privately owned and a joint venture formed between to mining industry leaders Ionic Engineering and Carriere Industrial Supply. VMT is an industry leader in providing underground material handling solutions. Focusing on customer’s needs and the demands of heavy industrial applications, VMT has proven to be the supplier of choice. Our roots in the heart of Northern Ontario’s Nickel and Gold hard rock mining sector has resulted in the development of the most rugged and durable equipment on the market. VMT Loading systems are the choice of our clients, leading to our biggest testimonial that every customer is a repeat customer – with most having standardized on our products.