Project overview
DEFLECTION TOWER
ClientVarious Coal Mining Marion & Bucyrus Draglines
MEA was commissioned to undertake upgrades to both the Upper and Lower Dragline boom Deflection Towers. The Deflection Towers where fully sand blasted to grey metal to allow for accurate NATA accredited NDT. 3D scanning was undertaken by MEAs engineering team to assess the structure for twisting and distortion. Structural repairs were undertaken on the cords and the Sheave assemblies where fully refurbished. MEA were requested to provide walkway access to the sheaves in lieu of ladder access. They where designed to AS1657 and manufactured to the highest standard with the inclusion of pivoting handrails, gate access, double height handrails, spigoted stanchions and flexible connections between each platform.