2021
In the demanding environment of the mining industry, maintaining the efficiency and safety of equipment is critical. Tailored & Mat Supplies was called upon to address a specific issue within a large shrage pipework system, where condensation was affecting product flow. This case study demonstrates how the company successfully delivered a customised insulation solution that not only solved the problem but also led to continued collaboration with the client.
Background:
The client, a major player in the mining industry, faced issues with condensation forming within a large shrage pipework system, which included hoppers and tension stations. This system, essential to their operations, spanned multiple levels of a building and was subject to a hot and dusty environment, making the challenge even more complex.
Scope:
Tailored & Mat Supplies was tasked with surveying the site, manufacturing, and installing custom insulation jackets designed to prevent condensation within the pipework lines. The solution needed to cover the entire system while being practical for installation and maintenance, particularly given the difficult access across various levels of the building.
Challenges:
The project presented several challenges, including the complex layout of the pipework, which ran throughout the building on different levels. The environment was not only hot and dusty but also had restricted access, complicating both the installation and the maintenance of the insulation jackets. The jackets had to be precisely fitted and easily removable to ensure ongoing maintenance was not hindered.
Result:
The client was very pleased with the outcome, noting that the well-fitted, easily removable jackets effectively prevented condensation in the pipework. The success of this project led to further work on the same site, cementing Tailored & Mat Supplies’ role as a trusted partner in providing effective insulation solutions in challenging industrial settings.
