Engineered for a Major Queensland Coal Operation 

Overview

A major coal operation in Queensland required a mobile, autonomous dust suppression system capable of operating within a high-traffic Run-of-Mine (ROM) area. The solution needed to be fully self-sufficient, mine-spec compliant, and capable of activating automatically when trucks entered to tip material.

Standard trailer-mounted or fixed Fog Cannon systems could not meet the site’s combined operational, durability, and compliance requirements.

Dust-A-Side Australia, working in partnership with engineering specialists, developed a custom-engineered Fog Cannon skid solution designed specifically for harsh, high-dust mining environments.

The Challenge

The site required a dust suppression and dust prevention system that could:

• Operate in a heavy-duty ROM environment
• Activate automatically during tipping operations
• Run for extended periods without refilling
• Manage aggressive mine-site water
• Withstand extreme environmental conditions
• Be easily relocated using standard site equipment
• Operate independently of fixed power infrastructure

Traditional Fog Cannon setups were not sufficient for this application. The project demanded a fully engineered, industrial-grade solution.

The Engineered Solution

Working closely with DASA engineers, Dust-A-Side Australia designed and specified a complete skid-mounted Fog Cannon system incorporating:

Industrial-Grade Skid Construction

• High-strength steel skid frame
• Built for harsh, high-dust environments
• Engineered for durability, safety, and long service life

High-Capacity Water Storage

• Approx. 20,000L steel water tank
• Multi-hour runtime between refills
• Dual-side and end fill points for flexible site access
• Inspection hatch with optional bolt-on ladder

Robust Water Handling System

• Poly and stainless-steel pipework
• Heavy-duty filtration systems
• Designed to handle aggressive or poor-quality site water
• Reduced wear and maintenance requirements

Autonomous Power

• Integrated diesel generator
• Fully self-sufficient operation
• Suitable for remote, temporary, or unpowered locations

Mobility & Maintenance Design

• Compatible with dozers, graders, forklifts, and cranes
• Removable walkway mesh for service access
• Clear and organised cable and hose routing
• Optional LED flood lighting
• Radar activation capability for tipping zones

Project Outcome

To meet the site’s unique requirements, Dust-A-Side Australia provided a comprehensive suite of deliverables, including:

• Concept design
• Technical documentation
• Engineering specifications
• Budget pricing for purchase
• A 2-year rental option

The client confirmed their intention to proceed with the solution, recognising its value in:

• Improving dust control in the ROM area
• Enhancing workforce safety
• Reducing airborne dust exposure
• Supporting site compliance objectives
  
  

Customise a Skid to Suit Your Site

Every operation is different. Our engineering team can tailor a Fog Cannon skid to meet your:

• Site conditions
• Water quality
• Power availability
• Mobility requirements
• Compliance standards

Our custom skids can be engineered to integrate with any Dust-A-Side Australia Fog Cannon model and are built for reliability in demanding environments.

Its suitable for, mining operations, civil construction, demolition sites, bulk material handling, stockpiles, loading and tipping points, excavation zones, temporary or remote projects

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