Duracube partitioning system installed for surface change facility at remote BHP mine site

BHP Group owns and operates the Olympic Dam mine in remote South Australia, which has one of the world’s most significant deposits of copper, uranium, gold and silver precious metals.

BHP constructed a 4,000m² surface change facility where over 4000 workers can shower and change before and after their shift. Daily flights to and from Adelaide transport FIFO workers, and the adjacent Olympic Dam mining centre and Roxby Downs township service the mine and house its workforce.

Project brief

Supply robust toilet and shower partitioning system that is easy to clean with a hose and prevents water traps.

Duracube solution

Duracube provided a one stage delivery and installation service to the remote location.

Duracube products installed:

• Pedestal Mount – Overhead Braced (POB)
• Privacy Panel – Full Height (PFH)
• Privacy Panel – Post Fixed (PPF)

Durasafe colours:

• Durasafe 268 Evening – Deep and sophisticated grey for elegant partition designs
• 5427 Refresh Oak

Project details

Project: BHP Olympic Dam Surface Change Facility

Location: Olympic Way, Olympic Dam SA

Architect: Into Architects

Builder: Ahrens Group Pty Ltd