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THE development and expansion of WA’s mining industry has highlighted a growing concern in regards to storage structures meeting the requirements of Region D, Category 2 cyclonic wind loadings detailed in AS1170. In conjunction with Deacon Engineers, Tanks West has developed a restraint system that involves connecting a circumferential band around the tank to galvanised square hollow section uprights that can be bolted to the tank plinth. The system successfully restrains tanks in severe cyclonic conditions and only protrudes 220mm from the line of the vessel. The circumferential band, fitted with clevis plates for attaching to the posts, is pre-installed during manufacture, minimising onsite work. All Tanks West tanks are manufactured using the latest advanced resin and laminate technology systems,...

SINCE its inception in 2007, Integrated Fuel Services (IFS) has become a significant player in the hydrocarbons industry with a focus on terminal, rail and bulk storage facilities through its field, fabrication and parts divisions. With more than 100 years of combined experience in the field and a critical spares stock holding worth more than $750,000, IFS is uniquely positioned to provide core scopes that include major installations, maintenance programs and procurement services. Through its highly skilled team of electricians, fitters, fabricators, parts interpreters and project managers, IFS prides itself on taking on jobs that no other company can. It is this attitude that inspired the company’s latest venture: the launch of its specialised tank cleaning division. “The cost of...

FROM simple beginnings in containerised furniture removal in the 1990s, SCF Group has grown to become an Australian leader in industrial transport and containerised storage solutions. SCF Group chief executive Richard Sykes said that although the business landscape was changing rapidly, the most important constants were still quality and service. “Our products are containers – in fact we have 10,000 of them in operation across Australia – but we don’t sell steel boxes, we sell solutions,” he said. “Our job is to offer the most innovative ways to use containers to improve our client’s business efficiency and that often means coming up with a customised solution that suits a specific need.” SCF Group recently assisted a customer that had experienced...

CONCRETE tank manufacturer Panthers Concrete Tanks prides itself on having a proven track record in exceeding industry expectations. Its expertise in the construction of concrete water tanks allows Panthers to rapidly achieve water storage solutions, supplying high quality and cost effective above and in ground water tanks. The teams and equipment at Panthers are set up for mining standards and can provide holding tanks, sewerage treatment tanks and wash bay tanks for mining companies and sites across Australia. With more than 20 years of trade experience in fitting tanks within the domestic and commercial industry markets, Panthers is renowned for working to unique customer specifications constructing on site water tanks with capacities from 30,000l to 2 million litres. Qualified consultants...

Technology pacesetter Becker Mining Systems Australia recently installed its latest tracking and tagging solution at large underground mines in Queensland and NSW. The BECKERTAG system enables tracking of all on-site staff, vehicles and assets at a mining operation. Becker utilises active tags to transmit unique codes to strategically placed tag readers that then provide data to a centralised tracking database. The data is used for a myriad of solutions including location tracking, traffic management, access control and production cycle times. The system’s CATS user interface and management system is a customisable Windows-based system that supports full graphic mine displays and traditional tabular-type data display. CATS can distinguish between various tags to monitor vehicles, staff and other assets, and it also...

INHOSPITABLE locations connected by rough terrain are typical of the mining sector, placing a spotlight on driver safety. Securatrak provides tailored turnkey GPStracking solutions for some of Australia’s largest mining companies, delivering occupational health and safety (OH&S) based systems to increase driver performance, safe driving practice and remote worker safety. Securatrak’s driver safety module minimises the risks posed to lone workers, even in the most remote locations, ensuring they are visible via the latest in communications and GPS technologies. The company also supplies additional safety features such as impact sensors, rollover detection, in-vehicle duress buttons and remote duress handsets for added peace of mind. Journey management planning is an essential part of organisational OH&S for the mining sector. Securatrak’s journey...

PROVIDING a solution for transferring high volumes of oil or fluids, STM’s new range of diaphragm pumps are made for the mining industry. The range of diaphragm pumps suits operating needs both in the field and in workshops, when transferring new or used oil from service trucks to heavy machinery or bulk storage tanks. STM’s DITI 17151200 air-operated double diaphragm pump is durable and compact in design. It has a 1 inch inlet/outlet to transfer up to 90 litres per minute, with maximum air pressure of 115psi to allow the transfer of large amounts of oil across distances of up to 50m. The diaphragm pump features an externally serviceable air distribution system and all-bolted construction, along with ground capability to...

In July, Australian conveyor and materials handling supplier International Conveyor Products (ICON) was awarded a multi-million dollar contract for the supply of conveyor belting for a new mining project in Queensland. Boasting more than 55 years of experience in conveying and material handling solutions, ICON stocks and supplies a range of plied, steel cord, solid woven and special construction conveyor plus elevator belting in various grades and compounds, all of which comply with relevant Australian and international standards. Through continuous research, development and technical innovation, the ICON product range has been manufactured to suit specific application and performance requirements. The ICON factories hold applicable ISO and other specialist certifications, ensuring that products are of the highest quality and capable of...

SPECIALIST electrical engineering consultancy Cardno BEC provides professional services to the mining, oil and gas and petrochemical industries throughout Australia and around the world. The company was established as BEC Engineering in 1996 and acquired by professional infrastructure company Cardno in July 2011. Today, Cardno BEC continues its commitment to the end-to-end management of its projects, completing each from feasibility through to design, construction, commissioning and implementation. Its services include electrical design and instrumentation; power generation, transmission and distribution; and control and communications systems engineering. A dedicated team of qualified, highly skilled and experienced engineers, technicians, programers and support staff enable Cardno BEC to tailor its services to meet specific client requirements. In-depth knowledge of the operation of large transmission...

AS the world’s largest industrial auctioneer, Ritchie Bros conducts hundreds of unreserved public auctions around the world each year, selling billions of dollars worth of heavy equipment for clients in the mining, construction, transportation and other industries. Ritchie Bros takes pride in getting big results for sellers: its average auction features more than 1200 equipment items from 175 consignors. The selection of equipment available, together with Ritchie Bros’ reputation for conducting fair, honest unreserved public auctions, attracts an average of almost 1500 local, national and international bidders to each auction. Competing on-site and online bidders from around the world ensure sellers achieve global market value for their assets. Sellers also benefit from certainty of sale, with every item sold to...

AS the complexity of mining project developments increase, finding an accurate balance between a project’s scope and budget without compromising safety or quality is crucial. HRES provides cost engineering and project management solutions tailored to the mining and construction industries, government agencies, engineering consultants, project owners and financiers at all stages of a project. HRES’s employees boast a range of independent expertise gained during many years of scope definition, estimating, planning, controlling, managing and delivering an array of construction and business solutions. This experience and strong knowledge base is supported by the company’s extensive and innovative development and use of a range of specialist scoping, estimating, scheduling, project control and project delivery software. HRES has an impressive client base including...