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Italian Minetek Evaporation System Package assists WA Alumina Refinery with pit dewatering
Minetek Water collaborated with a coal mining operation in Queensland, Australia, to deliver an effective pit dewatering solution tailored to the site’s specific needs. The project involved the installation of a 4x Water Evaporator System Package to efficiently manage and reduce excess water levels in the mine’s pit. With a total volume throughput of 540 cubic meters per hour (2,400 gallons per minute), this solution provided a robust and reliable method for pit dewatering, ensuring safe operations and compliance with environmental regulations. This case study explores how Minetek’s advanced evaporation technology enabled the mine to address its dewatering challenges while supporting sustainable and uninterrupted operations.
Location – QLD, Australia
Industry – Coal Mining
Application – Pit dewatering
Product – 4 x Water Evaporator System Package
Volume throughput – 540 m3/hour (2,400 GPM)
Brief
This coal mining operation in Queensland faced significant challenges due to accumulating water in its open pits. To mitigate the impact of excess water on production and maintain safe mining conditions, the site required an effective dewatering solution that could rapidly reduce water levels and prevent operational disruptions.
Challenge
Unmanaged water levels in mining pits pose multiple risks, including potential delays in mining activities, reduced production efficiency, safety hazards, and possible non-compliance with environmental regulations. These issues can lead to financial losses, fines, or even site shutdowns. Implementing a reliable pit dewatering system was essential for our client to ensure continuous operations and regulatory compliance.
Solution
Minetek Water provided a comprehensive solution by deploying a 4 xWater Evaporator System Package designed to handle the site’s specific dewatering needs. With a combined evaporation capacity of 540 cubic meters per hour (2,400 gallons per minute), the system significantly reduced water accumulation in the pits, ensuring safe and efficient mining operations. This high-capacity evaporation solution allowed the site to manage water effectively, minimise risks, and maintain compliance with environmental standards, ensuring smooth and sustainable operations.