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Project management from initial planning to completion
Advitech’s project specialists can manage projects of any scope and scale across multiple industry sectors and geographies.
Our technically accomplished team can support the complete project lifecycle, or with any stage within a project, from establishment of a project scope of work to cost estimates, in-depth feasibility studies, technical specifications, risk analysis, project justification and CAPEX applications.
Benefits of Advitech Project Delivery
Discover the STEM&M advantage with unparalleled multidisciplinary expertise to support your business outcomes.
- End-to-end project delivery capabilities
- Technical specifications, risk assessment and analysis
- Open, clear communication at every step
- Cost-effective and comprehensive integrated service
- Quality execution across the project lifecycle
- Formally accredited project managers
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Defence
- Project management for supply, fabrication and installation of transportable accommodation modules for Royal Australian Navy guided frigate (FFG)
Agriculture
- Project management of the plant and equipment components of a $100 m project to upgrade a major seed processing facility in north western NSW, including management of four EPC contracts.
Mining and Mining Services
- Concept designs and capital expenditure estimates for surface infrastructure upgrades for a 1.2 million tonnes per annum (mtpa) coalmine.
- Project planning for a $1.5m annual shutdown of an 8mpta coal handling and preparation project
Commercial
- Project management for the detailed design and construction of a $40m aged-care facility including preparation of engineering design briefs, construction tender documentation, tender facilitation and contract management.
Industrial and Manufacturing
- Project, technical and commercial management of a $6m equipment installation of new high-volume manufacturing equipment in Western Sydney
- Project management of the design, procurement and construction of a $25m foundry upgrade including internal management of the engineering design
- Planning and execution of a $3m shutdown and maintenance project at a steel mill
- Project management for the design of a $3.5m non-recovery coke oven project
Case study
Biodiversity Assessment (BDAR) for NSW Inland Rail Project
Advitech Environmental's accredited BAM assessors prepared Biodiversity Development Assessment Reports (BDARs) for proposed quarry sites for the NSW Inland Rail Project. Our approach helped our client achieve development approval and saved a million dollars in offset credits by conducting targeted surveys for candidate species and adjusting quarry footprints to minimise the ecological impact of the developments. Read more ...
Controlling Workplace Noise at a Coal Preparation Plant
Advitech's acoustics specialists and structural engineers worked together to solve a noise issue at our client's Coal Preparation Plant. After a detailed acoustics assessment of a noisy vacuum pump, the team used Finite Element Analysis to model the pump's existing polyethylene exhaust system and design a replacement steel exhaust that successfully reduced noise emissions by around 8 decibels. Read more ...
Radio Frequency RF Propagation Survey identifies dead spots
To identify the factors causing performance issues of the wireless mesh network, Acubis conducted a radio frequency (RF) propagation survey. Analysis from the site survey revealed multiple causes contributing to dead spots and shadowing which resulted in loss of data and voice connectivity in specific site locations. Read more ...
Simulation modelling of new manufacturing facility for CSR Hebel
SMS worked collaboratively with CSR Hebel to simulate the proposed design of their new manufacturing facility. Using Arena simulation software, SMS produced a simulation model which clearly demonstrated that the proposed design could not meet the production requirements. Read more ...
Safety Integrity Level (SIL) determination for mine safety
Advitech's functional safety engineers assisted a coal mine operator to determine the Safety Integrity Level (SIL) requirements for their safety systems. Their key concern was the risk of gas explosion during operation in care and maintenance mode, and the threat posed to a crew that entered the mine after periods of inactivity. Read more ...
Simulation modelling of coal stockpiling and logistics for BHP
SMS developed a simulation model of BHP Illawarra Coal's complex raw coal transportation system, to help address challenges related to bottlenecks and inadequate storage. Through its model, SMS was able to recommend relatively minor infrastructure upgrades, allowing BHP to avoid the need for anticipated new stockpiles or other major investment. The model was then available for ongoing use, to support decision making for other proposed projects and upgrades. Read more ...
Hushpak mufflers and fan package achieves excellent results
Hushpak noise control solutions achieve compliance at low cost, whilst improving accessibility and engine cooling. Read more ...
Hushpak muffler improves maintenance and passes noise test
Working together with a mining service provider, Hushpak set out to eliminate maintenance issues and ensure compliance with the inservice noise specification. Read more ...
Engineering verification and functional safety at a renowned performance venue
Advitech was engaged by a staging equipment supplier to provide independent third party engineering design verification for their specialised hoisting and lifting equipment, as part of a major upgrade at a prominent Sydney opera and theatre venue. Read more ...
Noise localisation – QuattroSound™ directional noise monitoring system
Novecom drew upon its Quattrosound directional noise monitoring technology to help an open cut coal mine manage specific noise issues and understand other noise sources impacting on their surrounding environment, addressing community concerns and compliance issues whilst optimising productivity. Read more ...
Improving road safety – mobile speed monitoring
Intercepta Smart Radar Camera was developed by Acubis to respond to road safety concerns in mining. Intercepta combines sophisticated radar technology with intelligent software to produce detailed data and customised reports on driver speed and vehicle traffic - 24/7. Intercepta is a proven road safety device for monitoring and demonstrating compliance to road rules. Read more ...
Optimising pit-to-port logistics
SMS was engaged to review supply chain logistics for a new mining project which planned to extract more than six million tonnes run-of-mine per year for the thermal coal export market. After developing the modelling system and simulating a wide range of scenarios, SMS was able to provide feedback on a number of issues within the proposed supply chain. This equipped their client with the decision making knowledge they needed to ensure their proposed infrastructure was appropriately sized so target throughput levels could be achieved. Read more ...
Design of a new turntable roller support
Advitech assisted a locomotive manufacturer to design a new roller support for a rail turntable - replacing a cast roller support housing which had failed after many years of service. Our engineering and drafting team designed the new roller support after building a finite element analysis (FEA) model of the original unit to ensure the new design had improved load-bearing capacity. Read more ...
Acoustic treatment of a Bradford Breaker
Hushpak designed and built a custom Acoustic Treatment System to attenuate noise levels from a Bradford Breaker. The solution incorporated Hushclad acoustic cladding, and achieved a 10dB(A) reduction in noise levels. Read more ...
Certification of highly complex structures
Advitech's structural engineers applied their highly specialised skills in structural dynamics and vibration modelling to analyse and provide certification for proposed modifications to existing structural steelwork in a coal washery. The steelwork was being modified to support a new vibratory screen, feed chute and discharge chute. Our client proceeded with their modifications with confidence, knowing that all structural changes were certified - avoiding risk and optimising future productivity. Read more ...
Wastewater treatment plant
Advitech's environmental team provided an independent evaluation of water treatment system options for a new purpose-built dairy processing facility. The environmental, technical and financial aspects of each proposed system were assessed, leading to the recommendation of the most effective and efficient solution. This allowed the client to make an educated decision on which system and supplier to proceed with into construction. Read more ...
Structural asset protection of ageing infrastructure
Advitech's structural engineers systematically evaluated ageing conveyor and building structures at a coal handling facility to confirm if it would continue to operate safely and economically for the planned life of the plant. Where problems such as significant corrosion were identified, Advitech designed the steelwork modifications required to ensure long-term life, and provided regular site inspection and assistance with site rectifications. A regime of inspections and monitoring is ongoing, to protect asset value and operational integrity. Read more ...
Process safety audits of water processing facilities
Advitech's process engineers conducted process safety audits across 16 water-processing, filtration and wastewater treatment facilities spanning a large geographic region, for a major water utility provider. Advitech produced a series of concise reports with practical and actionable recommendations. This provided the water utility with a greater understanding of process safety across its plants, and allowed them to identify safety concerns and opportunities for improvement, and ultimately protect their personnel, assets and the environment. Read more ...
Construction noise impact assessment
Advitech’s environmental team was engaged as part of a 40-kilometre expressway construction project to quantify noise impacts associated with a proposed new haulage route. The new haulage route was not included in the original Construction Noise and Vibration Management Plan (CNVMP), so the modification needed to be justified to authorities. Advitech devised a methodology to demonstrate the compliance of the proposed route within a very quick timeframe, without the need for time consuming and costly background monitoring - saving the client valuable time and money. Read more ...
Hazardous area classification on-board drilling rig
Advitech's experienced process engineers completed a Hazardous Area Classification of the Stena Clyde drilling rig. Over several days on a site visit in Singapore, we inspected 50 hazardous zones onboard, then used the information obtained to complete an assessment against four agreed core standards - one Australian, one international and two industry standards. Advitech prepared a report with recommended actions, which has become a critical reference document for Stena Drilling to ensure all electrical equipment specified and used within the hazardous areas are suitable - essential to safety on board the vessel. Read more ...
Increased recovery of saleable coal at a coal preparation plant
Advitech's engineering team assisted a coal-handling and preparation plant with modifications to their existing plant to reduce the loss of fine coal saleable product to tailings. Advitech prepared the engineering design, drafting and construction documentation, then managed equipment procurement, fabrication and construction to ensure the project was completed on time and on budget. The cost of the plant modification was repaid within six months from the increase in saleable product and reduction in tailings disposal costs. Read more ...
Optimising energy and dollar savings through measurement and verification
Advitech's sustainability team assisted BE Campbell to apply for an AusIndustry grant under the Clean Technology Investment Program (CTIP). The application involved a technical study of the proposed replacement of an electric steam boiler, plus an evaluation of energy-saving opportunities for refrigeration and lighting at their pork-boning operation. Following success in gaining CTIP funding, Advitech analysed energy consumption and production volumes before and after project implementation and completed a measurement and verification (M&V) report to prove to AusIndustry that the projects had achieved targeted energy savings. As a result of the project, BE Campbell has increased efficiency, reduced energy costs and improved its environmental credentials in the marketplace by reducing greenhouse gas emissions generated as part of the pork-production process. Read more ...
Heritage management for Hunter Expressway
Advitech managed all aspects of Aboriginal and historic heritage management for a $1.7 billion expressway construction project. The area around the expressway has great cultural significance to the Aboriginal community. Advitech's environment team completed numerous due diligence surveys, cultural heritage assessments, Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) applications and heritage audits, and successfully engaged numerous Aboriginal groups to facilitate the discovery of thousands of culturally significant artefacts. Salvage was carried out within the NSW legislative framework, and the project ran efficiently, within budget, and was completed to the satisfaction of all stakeholders. The key success was achieving the right balance – between respect for Aboriginal heritage and the complex requirements of a major road construction project. Read more ...
Air quality assessment for foundry design and construct project
Advitech assisted a South Australian foundry with its Odour Environmental Improvement Program, which involved the design and construction of an improved fume-extraction system to collect odorous fume and disperse it via a new stack. Advitech provided an expert evaluation of the air quality aspects of the project, ensuring that odours generated by the site’s manufacturing processes would be effectively captured and suitably dispersed via the stack. Read more ...
Reducing noise at a conveyor head chute with a custom noise curtain
Our Hushpak Engineering team designed, manufactured and installed noise curtains for a coal conveyor head chute, achieving noise reduction in excess of 12db(A) and decreasing the site's overall noise footprint. This lead to a reduction in noise complaints and noise level exceedences. Read more ...