Results
Completed installation and testing ahead of schedule, allowing the site to resume operations early
Reinforced dump pocket wall enabled safe operation of larger trucks, increasing haulage capacity and mine productivity
Bespoke design and testing solution demonstrated engineering innovation and earned direct client commendation
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Solution
Engineered and mobilised a bespoke drill rig capable of precise anchor installation at required depths and angles
Designed and constructed a purpose-built test beam to carry out anchor verification safely on fragile ground
Combined drilling, anchor installation, and rope access techniques to deliver works in the confined space
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Challenges
Tight timeframe restricted to a scheduled shutdown window
Limited access to anchor locations required an unconventional bottom-up installation approach
Fragile dump pocket wall prevented the use of traditional anchor testing methods
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Overview
At the Mesa-J iron ore mine in the Pilbara, reinforcement of the dump pocket wall was required to enable safe access for larger haul trucks with increased carrying capacity. Geovert was contracted to install and test T40 self-drilling anchors in challenging conditions with limited access. The works demanded a bespoke drilling solution and custom-designed testing equipment to achieve compliance and verification within the shutdown period.