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Ball Stud Inspection – Ultrasonic Testing of Ball studs of CAT® Mining Trucks
Ball Stud Inspection – Ultrasonic Testing of Ball studs of Mining Trucks Heavy earth moving machinery such as CAT® Mining Trucks contain ball studs which connect the steering linkage which is a key component in these trucks. There are eight ball studs per truck and...
Do Your Drill Rigs Need Inspection?
Why do drill rigs need inspection? In mining industry, drill rigs are used for mineral exploration. They are complex units and Mining companies expect their drill rigs to be operated without any safety issue while drilling operation. In mining, rigs are used...
What is Magnetic Particle Inspection and How Does it Work?
Magnetic Particle Inspection: How does it work? Magnetic Particle inspection is a commonly used nondestructive testing method for finding cracks and other surface level flaws in iron, steel, and other ferromagnetic material. Most people know of magnetic particle...
What is Ultrasonic Thickness Testing?
Ultrasonic thickness testing is a commonly used nondestructive testing method for determining the wall thickness of a solid element, this is useful for determining the level of corrosion and thinning that has occurred on a vessels surface. Ultrasonic thickness testing...
Who Exactly Is a Competent Person?
Throughout various West Australian regulations, a competent person is called up. Certain tasks must be completed and signed off by a competent person, however very few people stop to think... Exactly who is a competent person? Simply put, a competent person is...
Pressure Vessel Inspections Periods on a West Australian Mine Site
MSIR - Schedule 3Anyone responsible for managing classified plant on a mine site will be familiar with MSIR 1995 Schedule 3. For those unfamiliar, this section of the MSIR 1995, details the “Maximum periods of inspection of registered classified plant”, including...
Pressure Vessel Inspection Periods
Statutory Inspection periods can be tricky to understand especially when it comes to pressure vessels, it might seem like every vessel has a different period of inspection, and that’s because a lot of them do. One thing that we do here are Rapallo is to assist our...
The Role of a Project Manager
The role of a project manager is obviously to manage projects, but what exactly does that entail? Well, a project manager is responsible for the entire project from scope creation to close out. Over a projects life time, the project manager will wear many hats, and...
What is Finite Element Analysis?
Real life systems are often far too complex to analyse using simple, rule based formulas. Historically, engineers have dealt with this problem by validating designs with laboratory testing, applying extremely conservative factors of safety, or simple trial and error....
WHAT OUR
CLIENTS SAY
“The Goldfields Land & Sea Council (GLSC) Aboriginal Ranger program has partnered with Rapallo on a variety of environmental projects for mining proponents. Rapallo has a demonstrated understanding of the complex cultural dynamic of the Aboriginal community and has provided excellent project management and professional guidance to the Rangers, whilst also building in opportunities for shared learning. We look forward to developing this foundation as we expand on the services that Aboriginal Rangers can provide to the region into the future.”
~ Darren Forster, Land & Sea Management Officer, Goldfields Land & Sea Council (GLSC)
“Rapallo is a team of dedicated people. Very professional and responsive to changes and meeting tight deadlines.”
~ David English, Project Manager, Independence Group – Nova Project
"They have always supplied skilled and motivated labour hire personnel that fit in with our business. I would have no hesitation in engaging Rapallo on future projects and would highly recommend their services.”
~ Andrew Reilly, Manager Branch Operations Kalgoorlie, National Pump & Energy
“Keep up the good service and we will continue to utilize the company. I am now utilising Rapallo for all my sentry requirements onsite at BHPB NKC from now on. I will also be looking at utilizing more trades and other services at our site in the future if the situation arises.”
~ Michael Talbot, Maintenance Planner / Shutdown Coordinator
“We choose Rapallo to conduct our statutory classified plant inspection because of their professional service and engineering backup. Not only does Rapallo provide a timely and thorough inspection service, they can back up their recommendations with engineering solutions . All my interactions with Rapallo have been timely, professional and solutions driven. It is a pleasure to have Rapallo as our classified plant inspection vendor and I highly recommend their services.”
~ John Waddell, Maintenance Coordinator Darlot, Goldfields Australia
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