Process Pond Dredging – Nickel & Cobalt Refinery – QLD

Specialised dredging, desilting, and sludge removal for plastic lined process ponds and dams in mining and energy where conventional methods are ineffective.

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Project Overview

  • Location: Queensland
  • Industry: Industrial
  • Asset: Process Pond
In order to begin, a special high pressure jetting bar was mounted to break the sediment and cut an initial trench.

Scope

  • Dredging of nickel & cobalt process pond
  • Management of overflowing sediment with variable slurry fines across the pond
  • Operation within active refinery environment
  • Water levels adjusted to support controlled dredging operations
  • Removal approach configured to suit site constraints

Outcome

  • Recovery of clean water for plant operations
  • Restored effective storage capacity
  • Improved pond performance and water management
  • Maintained continuous operation during works