Slimes Pond Management - Mineral Sands - WA
A twin plastic-lined pond system separated heavier sediments from fine slimes, with accumulation in the secondary pond impacting material handling and performance. A controlled removal approach suited to variable, high-fines material was required.
Project Overview
Location: Western Australia
Industry: Mineral Sands Processing
Asset: Process Pond
The dredging system was designed to handle fine, low-settling materials while maintaining pond capacity and supporting ongoing processing operations.
Scope
- Removal of slimes from secondary process pond
- Management of fine, semi-fluid material with variable consistency
- Operation within twin pond system with staged sediment separation
- Water levels adjusted to optimise dredging and material movement
- Transfer of slurry to drying area via client booster system
Outcome
- A controlled removal approach efficiently managed the fine suspended solids without excessive disturbance
- Improved management of slimes within the pond system
- Enhanced performance of staged sediment separation
- Stabilised material handling across variable slurry conditions
- Reduced risk of long-term sediment build up
- Maintained continuous operation during works
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If your site is experiencing reduced pond capacity or challenges with fine sediment management, UAT can provide a technically appropriate dredging approach suited to your operating conditions.