Lightning Protection Studies
Client: BMA Broadmeadow Mine
Lightning Protection System engineering delivered by Cell Engineering supported safe operation and infrastructure protection for a new Floxal Nitrogen Plant at BMA Broadmeadow Mine.
Lightning Protection Engineering Scope
Cell Engineering was engaged to complete detailed Lightning Protection System design activities associated with a new Floxal Nitrogen Plant supporting underground mining operations. The project required detailed engineering review activities aligned with AS1768 standards, including assessment of structural lightning risks, earthing requirements, bonding systems, and overhead line lightning protection infrastructure. Engineering deliverables included detailed reports, general arrangement drawings, bill of materials (BOM), scopes of work, and testing and commissioning plans supporting safe infrastructure operation and long-term system reliability.
Earth Grid and Bonding Design
The Lightning Protection System project included dedicated earth grid design, bonding conductor selection, and electrical infrastructure protection measures associated with the mining facility.
Earth grid and bonding systems play a critical role in helping manage lightning-related electrical hazards, reduce infrastructure risk, and improve operational safety within industrial and mining environments.
Cell Engineering applied structured engineering methodologies and practical field expertise to support compliant infrastructure design aligned with operational and safety requirements.
Electrical Engineering and Mining Infrastructure
Lightning Protection System infrastructure is essential for protecting mining operations, process facilities, substations, and electrical systems operating within high-risk industrial environments.
Cell Engineering provides power systems engineering, hazardous area services, operational technology, PLC and SCADA Engineering, earth grid design, and industrial electrical engineering services across mining and infrastructure sectors throughout Australia.
By combining practical engineering expertise with detailed compliance-focused design processes, our multidisciplinary team supports safe operation, infrastructure reliability, and long-term asset protection outcomes.
High-Voltage and Industrial Protection Systems
Mining and industrial operations rely on effective Lightning Protection System infrastructure to reduce operational risk and support reliable operation of critical electrical systems and process facilities.
Cell Engineering continues to deliver lightning protection studies, earth grid design, high-voltage infrastructure engineering, and electrical safety solutions tailored to complex industrial and mining environments across Australia.
Engineering Support Across Australia
With offices in Brisbane, Mackay, Darwin, Gladstone, and Newcastle, Cell Engineering provides local engineering support backed by national capability and industry expertise. Our Electrical Engineering Consultancy Australia-wide capabilities allow us to support clients locally while delivering nationally consistent engineering standards.
Our multidisciplinary team supports clients with PLC and SCADA Engineering, operational technology, power systems, hazardous areas, and industrial project delivery.
Learn more about our engineering services across Australia.
Time Frame:
Completed in 2024
Approx. Value:
$12,000