West Angelas Jaw Crusher Shutdown
Updated: Jul 30
Client Rio Tinto
Service Shutdown & Maintenance
Location Western Australia
Market
Mining & Industrial
Commodity Iron Ore
Overview
When asset reliability concerns emerged within the primary crushing circuit at Rio Tinto's West Angelas operation, Linkforce rapidly mobilised a specialised crushing maintenance team to execute a critical jaw crusher shutdown. Completed within a seven-day shutdown window, the project involved the replacement of major wear components and structural crusher elements to restore asset reliability, improve maintainability and support ongoing plant performance.
Service Delivery Area
Crushing Services
Mechanical & Structural
Access Solutions
Value Added
Experienced crushing maintenance team with extensive jaw crusher shutdown and asset replacement expertise
Rapid mobilisation within four days of client request to support critical maintenance requirements
Agile execution approach that successfully managed emerging maintenance challenges and equipment condition issues
Strong OEM relationships and technical collaboration supporting efficient execution and informed maintenance planning
Provision of an asset-specific maintenance strategy to support long-term reliability and maximise equipment life
Certified management systems aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
Outcome
Linkforce successfully completed the replacement of critical crusher components, including the feed chute assembly, fixed and swing jaw liners, cheek plate liners, toggle seat plate, and toggle pin and clevis assembly. Delivered within the seven-day shutdown window following mobilisation at short notice, the project restored crusher reliability and provided a clear maintenance strategy to support ongoing asset performance. The team also identified opportunities to improve lubrication and component storage practices, helping extend equipment life and reduce future maintenance risks.
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