HUESKER Australia: De-risking common mine operation challenges - Engineering with Geosynthetics

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HUESKER Australia provides the Australasian region direct access to 163 years of proven geosynthetic engineering, development, manufacturing, supply, and installation experience. 

Our Mining solutions are tailored to each mine's specific challenges and needs. We guarantee the highest quality of products and services, ensuring the safety of mining operations. We also provide ongoing support to ensure long-term success.

Geosynthetics play a vital role in geotechnical engineering, enhancing soil properties such as permeability. These versatile materials, including geogrids and nonwovens, are utilised across earthworks, foundation engineering, and environmental projects. HUESKER geosynthetics are instrumental in mining applications, offering solutions for separation, drainage, filtration, protection, and reinforcement. By adopting modern geotextile building materials, traditional construction methods can be replaced, leading to sustainable and cost-effective solutions while ensuring safety.

Within the dynamic Mining sector, HUESKER has positioned itself as a proficient player in three key domains of geosynthetics.

Infrastructure

HUESKER excels in providing innovative Infrastructure solutions for construction and geotechnical engineering, contributing to the development of resilient and sustainable structures. These solutions assist with:

• Liquid and Residue Transportation 
• Platform Stabilisation 
• Road and Rail Construction on Soft Soil 
• Berth Protection and Scour Prevention

Materials Handling

HUESKER offers advanced Materials Handling solutions for efficient and safe transportation of bulk materials, optimising logistics in mining operations. Our materials handling solutions assist with: 

• Steep Embankment Construction 
• Barrier Interface Stabilisation 
• Longwall, Highwall and Rib Support

Waste Management

HUESKER demonstrates its commitment to environmental responsibility through its leading Waste Management innovations, developing cutting-edge solutions to address the challenges associated with the disposal and recycling of mining-related waste, contributing to a more sustainable and eco-friendly mining industry. Our waste management solutions include: 

• Tailings Dam Embankment Construction 
• Dewatering and safe storage of all residues and wastes  
• Capping and closure of waste and residue storage and containment facilities 
• Primary Barrier protection

Our team comprises exceptionally qualified professionals with extensive expertise in the mining industry, backed by comprehensive training.

Feel free to reach out to us for any inquiries or assistance. We welcome your contact and look forward to connecting with you.