Boral Cement Works – Shutdown Maintenance & NDT

  • Industrial
  • Maintenance
  • Repairs
  • Confined Spaces
  • Silos

Confined space rope access maintenance & inspections

Project Overview

Specialist Height Access deployed 30 rope access and confined space-certified technicians for hazard reduction, NDT inspections, and welding repairs during Boral Cement Works’ annual shutdown.

Client
Boral Cement
Duration
14 days
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SOLUTION DELIVERED

Intensive shutdown maintenance with NDT inspections

During Boral Cement Works’ January shutdown, our team was tasked with performing hazard reduction, structural inspections, and steel repairs within a strict two-week window. We mobilised 30 rope access and confined space-certified technicians, operating across day and night shifts to meet deadlines. 

Hazard reduction works included cleaning large concrete bins that had accumulated hardened concrete over time, reducing capacity. Using blasting techniques, we removed all build-up, restoring the bins to their original volume. 

Following cleaning, our NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) specialists assessed the thickness of steel components, similar to measuring tyre tread depth to ensure they remain fit for purpose. Any areas found to be below safe thickness were repaired by welding steel plates to reinforce the structure. These works ensured the plant could safely resume operation at full capacity. 

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CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

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The team's capabilities used on this project

Workers are performing maintenance on a large, cylindrical structure, potentially a wind turbine or smokestack, at a significant height.
ROPE ACCESS
Elevated and confined space maintenance
Providing rope access solutions for both external and internal plant structures, reducing the need for scaffolding and increasing efficiency.
CONFINED SPACE ENTRY
Internal plant access for cleaning and repairs
Performing industrial works inside enclosed areas, adhering to ventilation, safety, and compliance requirements.
NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING (NDT)
Steel thickness inspection
Measuring the thickness of steel components using specialist equipment to determine structural integrity without causing damage.
WELDING & STEEL REPAIRS
Steel plate reinforcement
Welding steel plates to thin or corroded sections to restore strength and extend service life.
CONCRETE BLASTING
Bin capacity restoration
Removing hardened concrete build-up using blasting methods to restore original storage volume.
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