Structural Steel Supply and Install for Fitzroy Intake

Overview

The GAWB Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline Project is a significant infrastructure initiative in Central Queensland, designed to enhance water extraction, treatment, and distribution. Spanning approximately 117 km, the pipeline connects the Lower Fitzroy River to the Gladstone Area Water Board’s (GAWB) network at Yarwun, providing water to industrial customers.

Pructon is responsible for the fabrication of structural steel and the SMP (Structural, Mechanical, and Piping) installation for the Laurel Bank Intake Structure at the Fitzroy River. This critical component supports water intake facilities, including platforms, walkways, and mechanical installations, ensuring the facility’s stability, functionality, and safe operation.

Scope of Work

• Structural Steel: Fabrication of structural steel at our Gladstone workshop, followed by on-site installation of these elements, including fasteners, anchors, and associated components.
• Mechanical Infrastructure: Integration of key mechanical infrastructure, including trash screens, penstocks, barrel screens, pumps, guide rails, and compressor systems.
• Piping: Installation and connection of sump piping, level instrument tubes, and free-issue piping spools and supports, including wrapping and securing flange joints. Placement and installation of valves, equipment, and other mechanical fittings to ensure system integrity and optimal performance.
• Access and Safety Infrastructure: Installation of flooring, grating, handrailing, access doors, frames, stairs, ladders, and supports, all in compliance with detailed design specifications.
• Handrailing Systems: Installation of slab-mounted handrailing at the MCC Compound, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational functionality.

Outcomes and Benefits

• Community Impact: The Fitzroy to Gladstone Pipeline plays a vital role in supporting the water needs of industrial customers in the region, benefiting local communities by providing a consistent and reliable water supply. This contributes to regional development and economic stability.
• Improved Infrastructure: High-quality structural steelwork ensures the durability, reliability, and safety of the intake facility.
• Operational Efficiency: The installation of advanced mechanical and piping systems supports efficient water extraction and treatment.