Copper Processing Facility Relocation

This unique project involved moving an entire mining and processing facility, from Nevada to Southeastern Utah. PSE’s involvement included process analysis to bring the plant into compliance with current best practices for process, equipment, controls and regulatory requirements. Our engineers modified the process to incorporate the philosophy of the new owner. In addition, PSE designed the substation and power distribution for the new facility site.

Services Provided:

PROCESS ENGINEERING:

  • Redesign of solvent extraction and electro winning areas

  • Comprehensive survey of existing plant equipment

  • Design of new crushing areas

CONTROLS ENGINEERING:

  • Control building specifications

  • PLC installation and programming

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING:

  • Substation foundation and supports

  • Structural design for wood power distribution poles

  • Foundation for pre-fabricated control building

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING:

  • 138 kV/13.8 kV (10 MVA) substation design

  • Grounding grid design

  • Tap into existing 138kV overland transmission lines

  • Metering package interface

  • Primary and secondary overhead distribution protection

  • 13.8 kV power distribution system design

PROJECT MANAGEMENT:

  • Managed scope, schedule and budget

  • Handled all document control

CONSTRUCTION PHASE:

  • Equipment specifications and recommendations

  • Evaluation of equipment cost quotes

ServicesBrent MaxwellMining & Metals, Upgrades