Industry: Mining
The Challenge
One of Australia’s largest mining companies required a dependable backup compressed air solution at its Marandoo operation in the Pilbara to support continuity during cyclone season. With extreme weather events posing a risk to power, infrastructure, and critical plant operations, the site needed a portable diesel compressor that could be rapidly deployed, meet strict mine-spec requirements, and remain secure during severe weather conditions.
The Solution
Pneumatic Engineering supplied an ELGi PG400 skid-mounted diesel compressor tailored to Rio Tinto’s operational and safety standards. The unit was selected for its reliability, portability, and suitability as a contingency asset in extreme environments.
To meet site-specific requirements, the compressor was modified to achieve full mine-spec compliance and adapted for cyclone readiness, including secure installation provisions to ensure stability during high winds. The system was also configured for remote operation readiness, allowing it to be activated quickly if required during weather disruptions without unnecessary on-site intervention.
Results
The client now has a fully compliant, cyclone-ready PG400 compressor positioned as a backup asset to support operational resilience. The solution provides confidence that compressed air supply can be maintained during extreme weather events, helping protect uptime and critical processes. This project demonstrates Pneumatic Engineering’s capability to deliver robust, site-specific compressed air solutions for remote and high-risk mining environments.
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