Project Overview

BG&E was commissioned to provide specialist input to the design of the ROM Hopper Bin (876 tonne capacity with a throughput of 5,500 tonnes per hour) and subsequent process structures, which form part of the RGP5 expansion at the Yandi Mine in Western Australia for BHP Billiton.

Key Design Elements

The project involved comprehensive structural engineering for high-volume ore handling infrastructure, ensuring reliable operation under extreme loads and harsh Pilbara environmental conditions.

Outcome

Successful delivery of critical materials handling infrastructure supporting BHP Billiton’s major mine expansion program, enhancing operational capacity and efficiency at the Yandi Mine site.