The Prodeco 10mtpa Stockpile Management System project in Colombia aimed to integrate a state-of-the-art Bulk Handling System into a coal preparation plant. Through innovative design, precise execution, and a multidisciplinary team, we optimized logistics, enhanced operational efficiency, and delivered a robust system within tight timelines and safety standards.
| Project Name | Prodeco 10mtpa Stockpile Management System |
| Client Company | Prodeco (Glencore) |
| Project Type | Capital Project – Bulk Handling System Integration |
| Project Value | $15.5 million |
| Project Start AND PROJECT FINISH | 2009 – 2009 |
| Strategic Objective | To design, construct, and integrate a Bulk Handling System into the coal preparation plant, enabling efficient export operations and optimizing plant performance. |
| The Challenge / Need | The project required a fully integrated Bulk Handling System within a coal preparation plant to ensure seamless export operations. Site-specific design, complex logistics, and adherence to international safety standards were critical factors. |
| Our Approach | – Conducted a comprehensive needs assessment and functional analysis. – Assembled a multidisciplinary team covering design, engineering, construction, and safety. – Applied modular design principles to simplify transportation and installation. – Established clear communication with stakeholders and board-level oversight. |
| Solution & Key Deliverables | – Fully integrated Bulk Handling System tailored to site-specific requirements. – Delivered structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation solutions. – Installed advanced hazard prevention, fire detection, suppression, and evacuation systems. – Executed procurement control, contractor evaluations, and contract negotiations. – Delivered end-to-end project documentation and operational handover. |
| Risks and Challenges | – Managing site-specific complexities and environmental constraints. – Ensuring zero disruption during construction and commissioning phases. – Coordinating multiple suppliers and contractors across functional disciplines. |
| Result / Outcome | – Project successfully completed within 101,000 hours with ZERO LTIs and 1 FAI. – Achieved operational efficiency targets and optimized material handling capacity. – Seamless integration into the coal preparation plant, improving productivity and export capabilities. |
| Our Value-Added Differentiator | – Expertise in integrating multidisciplinary engineering and construction services. – Robust project management systems ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets. – Strong focus on safety, achieving zero LTIs. – Modular design reducing operational risks and optimizing logistics. |
