Bingegang Pipeline Realignment
About the project
Scope
Design and construction of a new pump station
Construction of 14 kilometres of DICL pipeline and associated concrete structures including install of scour valves, air valves and thrust blocks
Design, supply and install of break tanks including earthworks, concrete works and tank installation
Supply and installation of 8.5 kilometres of 66 kilovolt overhead line
Design, supply and installation of all pump station electrical works including installation of conduits, lighting, cathodic protection, earth grids, switch boards, transformers, PLC, SCADA and a 66 kilovolt switch yard
Recovery of existing power line and associated materials including HV board and transformers
Commissioning of pump station
Construction of all associated civil works including access roads, drainage, fencing, temporary water lines and wash down bay
Demolition of existing pump station
Outcomes
BMD’s approach to the project comprised of a series of communication, constructability, safety in design and risk assessments held between the client, designers, construction teams and key subcontractors. The assessments identified the areas where project methodology could be adapted, particularly in the design stages before the project moved to construction.
The works were completed in an active mine site with BMD working cohesively alongside mine operations. The project team worked over 60,000 hours with no lost time or recordable injuries.
Weekly environmental inspections were completed, and sediment and control measures were implemented to ensure minimum runoff and erosion to adjacent farms.
The project team regularly liaised with local farmers and were able to assist with reinstating their fences and diverting or extending their water supply.
The project was completed on time and under budget.