Salt Lake Harvester

Solution Provided | Conducted an options study into potential harvesting equipment available for a submerged salt lake, with an aim to carry three options to a concept level for client approval.

Discipline | Mechanical Engineering

Carnac – Project Delivery Services Pty Ltd (Carnac) provided engineering services to investigate multiple potential salt lake harvesting equipment. Carnac’s assessment included the following:

  • Identified a large range of motion and dredging equipment;

  • Produced a basis for comparison to analyse 10 configurations of motion and dredge;

  • Developed 3 options to concept level;

  • Contacted suppliers and manufacturers;

  • Performed a cost-benefit analysis for each option; and

  • Produced a risk analysis and implementation plan. 

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