To supply, deliver and install aquatic silt curtain and innovative primary containment Silt Curtain for dredging and reclamation operations in Port Kembla.
Project Overview
Date: November, 2010
Location: Port Kembla, New South Wales, Australia
Features Summary
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| Float: | UV Resistant PVC |
| Ballast: | Closed Cell PE Foam |
| Float: | UV Resistant PVC |
| Connectors: | 8mm Galvanised chain |
| Absorbtion Boom: | Universal connectors |
| Ballast: | Closed Cell PE Foam |
Project Summary
- To facilitate dredging operations in Port Kembla, a rectangular zone was constructed using variable skirt depths to match the ocean bed contours to ensure minimal silt migration.
- A reclamation zone was contained using 190m of silt curtain.
- Manufacture was completed within 2 weeks and installation within one week to meet client requirements.
- Installation and removal of all curtains was implemented. Installation to GPS specific anchoring points using 300kg anchors.
