port kembla
case study
project
Port Kembla Coal Terminal – Reclaimer Operator Cabin
Location: Wollongong, New South Wales
Two reclaimers with operator cabins located close to bucket wheel and drive components
Operators subjected to excessive noise, causing OHS concerns
Airborne and structure-borne noise, typically at low frequencies
project recommendations
Clean all substrates with Megasorber AC5 adhesive cleaner to maximise adhesion
Floor area: Adhere 2 layers of D14 to the underside of the floor panels
Cabin wall and ceiling: Apply 2 layers of D14 then FG50 on top
Floor cavity: Place Megasorber C50 inside the cavity under the floor
Access door: Apply 2 layers of D14 to door panels then FG50 on top
Seal the joins between panels with colour matching Soundmesh® G8 tape
features
High sound absorption capabilities: NRC 1.0 (FG50)
High vibration damping (D14)
Proven noise reduction (C50)
Tough and durable
Easy to install
before and after
results
“We collected noise data pre-works and post-works and were able to achieve an overall noise reduction inside RC1 Operator’s cabin of between 12-13 dB(A).”
“The work has been successful both in terms of noise reduction, improved thermal insulation and overall aesthetics.”
Max Varmedja
Projects Superintendent – Port Kembla Coal Terminal