Case Studies
Copper Mine Peru
May 22, 2024
PROJECT: COPPER MINE PERU
INDUSTRY: MINING INDUSTRY
LOCATION: PERU
Supply and Commission of High Voltage Motor Start/Control Solution
The Challenge
CSE Uniserve was engaged to supply and commission a high voltage motor starting and control solution at a remote copper mining operation in Peru; in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Given the project’s need for a low-maintenance, reliable solution with high-starting torque and low-starting current, CSE Uniserve recommended the installation of a Unistarter EPMA LRS unit. Such units are designed for longevity in the often-harsh environments of mining operations.
In normal circumstances, CSE Uniserve will generally deploy a specialist team to commission all the equipment we stock, ensuring that the solution is ready-to-operate in alignment with safety and regulatory requirements. In addition, this provides the opportunity for onsite demonstration and learning.
However, given that the commencement of installation works at the overseas copper mine came at a time where COVID-19 travel restrictions were in full effect, an alternative means of remote commissioning was required to get the job done.
The Solution
Due to the time difference between the East of Australia and Peru, who operate on an almost opposite time zone, CSE Uniserve’s lead technician and project manager worked six consecutive night shifts as remote support during the commissioning.
To ensure all steps were undertaken with due care and to highest standards, consultation was provided via livestream to oversee the process and provide instruction, as well as to troubleshoot any issues that arose.
Thankfully, all works were completed relatively seamlessly, preventing extended downtime and excessive costs to the client. As a company that has undertaken countless mining installation projects, CSE Uniserve understands that any down-time due to repair or fault can cost a mine a huge amount, so the solution provided must minimise delays to enable operations to get back up and running – even if it means working at all hours of the day or night!
CSE Uniserve continues to consult with the company and intends to conduct site visits for formal equipment inspections in the future.