- Year: 2022
- Value: Less than $50,000
- Client: FQML Aus.
- Location: Southern WA
- Industry: Mining,defence
Overview
In 2022, Actiwork partnered with FQML Australia, a prominent player in the mining industry located in Southern Western Australia. The project focused on developing a robust tooling locker to replace an inadequate unit that failed to withstand the demanding conditions encountered by mining crews. The collaboration aimed to enhance accessibility to tools essential for servicing sizer units on-site.
Initial Consultation and Assessment
FQML Australia approached Actiwork with a specific requirement for a standard tooling locker that could withstand the rigorous operational environment of a mining site. The initial consultation involved:
- Understanding Requirements: Actiwork’s team engaged with FQML to identify the key challenges posed by the previous tooling locker, particularly its inability to endure harsh conditions.
- Focus on Accessibility: The primary goal was to design a locker that would facilitate easy access to tooling for maintenance crews, streamlining their workflow during servicing operations.
- Built-for-Use Specificity: Creating a product that allows you to add specific storage points for specific tooling, tailoring the units to your needs.
Customisation for Mining Conditions
Given Actiwork’s manufacturing capabilities in Australia, the project allowed for significant customization to meet FQML’s specific needs. Key enhancements included:
- Rated Lifting Straps: To ensure safety and reliability, rated lifting straps were incorporated, allowing crews to transport tools securely.
- Upturned Shelves: The design featured upturned shelves that prevented tools from falling when lifted, addressing a critical safety concern for the maintenance crew.
- Custom Fork Tines: Actiwork designed custom fork tines tailored to suit all machines on-site, ensuring compatibility and ease of use across various equipment.
Project Outcome
The collaboration between Actiwork and FQML Australia resulted in the successful delivery of a high-quality tooling locker that met the demands of the mining environment.
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