Laying waste to sludge

When a Tasmanian plant faced the challenge of managing a massive sludge build-up in one of its ponds, Pinnacle Hire came to the rescue.

Many towns across Australia grapple with the challenge of maintaining efficient sewage treatment plants.

In Tasmania, a particular plant faced a significant hurdle: a massive deposit of sludge within one of its wastewater ponds.

Spanning over 18,200 square metres, the body of water contained a massive 1200 tonnes of sediment, silt and debris.

Traditional methods of sludge removal often prove costly, time-consuming, and disruptive to plant operations. This facility needed a solution that was efficient, environmentally friendly, and minimised disruption to the sewage treatment process.

The Pinnacle Hire solution

Pinnacle Hire, a leading provider of dredging and environmental solutions, rose to the challenge.

Its approach centered around three key components:

The Aggressor DR120 Dredge

This powerful, remote-controlled dredge boasts a submersible pump capable of processing a remarkable 80 litres per second.

Its compact size made it ideal for navigating the intricate network of ponds within the treatment plant.

The remote control functionality ensured operator safety in potentially hazardous environments with minimal disruption to the surrounding areas.

Geobags for efficient dewatering

Pinnacle Hire deployed five 1000 cubic metre geobags - innovative dewatering solutions that capture solids from the dredged material while allowing clean liquid to return to the pond.

Streamlining the process