April 16, 2025 - Matrix Design Group LLC has been awarded the Mountaineer Guardian Safety Award by the West Virginia Coal Association and the West Virginia Office of Miners’ Health, Safety and Training for its outstanding commitment to mine safety as an independent contractor. The award was presented during a special luncheon on April 15 held at the Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center in Charleston, West Virginia.

Throughout 2024, the company achieved a flawless safety record, reporting zero accidents with 273,114.75 man hours worked. The average number of Matrix employees per pay period in 2024 was 130, with six employees in West Virginia.

Representatives of Matrix Design Group accept the Mountaineer Guardian Safety Award in recognition of significant accomplishments in the area of coal mine safety.  

“We are honored to receive this distinguished award,” said Keith Hainer, President of Matrix Design Group. “Support of our customers and partners has always been core to Matrix’s success. Ensuring safety in the performance of those duties is always the top priority for our team and the hardworking personnel at our customers’ operations. It’s very rewarding to have those efforts recognized.”

Established in 1983, the Mountaineer Guardian Safety Awards Program is a collaborative initiative designed to promote exceptional safety standards in West Virginia’s coal mining industry. Each year, a panel of representatives from the sponsoring organizations evaluates regional nominations and selects awardees who demonstrate exemplary safety performance.

About Matrix Design Group, LLC

Matrix is a premier technology provider serving the mining and industrial sectors. Since 2006, the company has specialized in mine safety and the development of user-friendly solutions designed to meet the industry's ever-changing demands. Today, Matrix is committed to delivering innovative, customer-focused technologies that drive progress—balancing product enhancements in established coal and industrial markets with strategic expansion into emerging, sustainable sectors.

Headquartered in Newburgh, Indiana, the Matrix team values hard work, smart solutions and close collaboration with customers and strategic partners throughout the product development process. As technology continues to evolve, Matrix integrates cutting-edge advancements—including artificial intelligence, cloud-based management and real-time analytics—into its next-generation offerings.

Matrix’s Quality Management System is ISO 9001:2015 certified by Intertek, underscoring the company’s commitment to excellence. Learn more at MatrixTeam.com.