McConnell Dowell
15 June 2023
Kidston, Queensland
Heavy Duty Pontoons, Hose and Cable Floats
Introduction
Coerco delivered specialised engineered products to overcome the unique environmental and logistical challenges of the Kidston Hydro Project in Far North Queensland.
The Challenge
With only 300 days to complete water removal, the project required rapid design, delivery, and deployment of a high-performance floating pump system.
The pontoon needed to safely support and operate 60 tonnes of pumping equipment, demanding precise structural engineering and load management.
Transporting the system across difficult access roads and lowering it 180 metres as water levels dropped required a modular build and an advanced winching solution.
The Solution
A stable and durable floating platform was engineered to safely carry the weight of the pumps and be assembled easily on-site.
Coerco incorporated real-time client feedback on handling, cranage, and site-specific limitations to refine the final solution.
A custom winching arrangement with three strategically placed winches, including a 14-tonne winch and 40-tonne dynamo rope, enabled safe and controlled vertical movement as water levels changed.
WHY CHOOSE US
As a family-owned business, we're passionate about improving lives, supporting charitable causes, and actively participating in community events while creating local jobs.
We provide exceptional customer care with prompt, efficient, tailored solutions, actively listening to your feedback and offering genuine support from first contact through post-delivery.
Our 30+ years of in-house engineering expertise and 150+ skilled team deliver innovative solutions using the widest product range and strategic industry partnerships.
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