Bespoke Grader Blade Attachment Delivers Safe, Efficient Solutions in Remote Pilbara Corridors

Working in the Pilbara’s vast rail networks presents significant logistical challenges, particularly in difficult-to access locations with restricted rail corridor access and limited material laydown areas.

Traditional methods and equipment were not suitable for these conditions, requiring a new approach to ensure efficiency and safety.

PRM takes an innovative approach to problem-solving, evaluating each project’s needs and selecting the right equipment, even if it means designing and fabricating custom attachments.

The Solution

In this instance, track access for a grader was not available. To overcome this, PRM engineered a bespoke grader blade attachment for a CAT® 335 Next Gen Excavator.

360-Degree Rotation: The custom blade can spin in any direction, providing unmatched flexibility.
Advanced Machine Control: Integrated with Trimble Earthworks, ensuring precision grading.
Engcon Tiltrotator: Enhancing maneuverability in steep, narrow, and inaccessible terrain.The Solution

The Outcome

Unmatched Accessibility: Enabled ballast bed preparation in areas previously inaccessible.
Improved Efficiency: Reduced manual intervention and increased grading precision.
Safety Enhancement: Minimised risks associated with operating heavy equipment in challenging environments.
Demonstrated Ingenuity: Showcased PRM’s ability to engineer bespoke solutions tailored to the needs of rail projects