Yandicoogina YCV213 Conveyor Truss Replacement Works
Updated: Jul 30
Client Rio Tinto
Service Project Delivery
Location Western Australia
Market
Mining & Industrial
Commodity Iron Ore
Overview
Linkforce delivered the replacement of two critical conveyor truss structures supporting Conveyor YCV213 at Rio Tinto's Yandicoogina mine. The project involved the fabrication, transport and installation of new 18m and 27m truss modules, alongside associated civil, structural, mechanical and electrical works, to restore the long-term integrity and reliability of this key ore handling asset.
Delivered through an integrated approach spanning fabrication, logistics, installation and commissioning, the works were completed within a planned shutdown environment.
Service Delivery Area
Mechanical & Structural
Electrical & Instrumentation
Civil Construction
Fabrication
Access Solutions
Pipeline Construction
Transport & Logistics
Value Added
Experienced project team with proven capability delivering complex brownfield infrastructure upgrades
In-house fabrication capability, delivering 111 tonnes of structural steel fabrication
Integrated delivery model spanning fabrication, logistics, installation and commissioning
Agile execution approach that enabled rapid response to site, logistics and constructability challenges
Strong supplier and subcontractor partnerships supporting specialised transport, lifting and installation activities
Certified management systems aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 standards
Outcome
Linkforce successfully completed the fabrication, transport, installation, commissioning and handover of two replacement conveyor truss structures supporting Conveyor YCV213. Supported by 111 tonnes of structural steel fabrication and associated civil, mechanical, electrical and access works, the project was delivered within the scheduled shutdown window while minimising operational disruption. The completed works restored the structural integrity of a critical ore handling asset, improving reliability, extending service life and supporting the safe and efficient movement of ore through the processing circuit.
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