Reliable, robust 1000V Soft Start solutions for mining from IPD & AuCom

Price Trandos is a leading switchboard builder based in Perth, who built a sound reputation for being a specialist manufacturer of control and instrumentation cabinets, low and medium voltage main and distribution switchboards servicing the Perth and Sydney markets.

When mining specialists Divergent Engineering needed a 1000V motor control centre (MCC) for the new North Pit High-Wall Pump installation as part of the Newmont Boddington Gold Mine Expansion Project, they turned to Price Trandos.

With the specification calling for soft starters on the two 400Hp Booster Pumps, Price Trandos turned to IPD – the Australian distribution partner for AuCom soft starters. IPD’s Perth-based Power Solutions Sales Specialist, Lee Morcom, worked with Price Trandos Design Engineer Edison Niegas, to engineer a solution using AuCom EMX4 1200V soft starters that exceeded specification requirements and simplified motor control centre (MCC) manufacture.

"IPD provided timely data and dimensional detail that allowed us to make our switchboard design fit the scope of works.” says Edison, “The AuCom EMX4 1200V were delivered on time and very easily installed into the switchboard”.

With over 40 years of experience manufacturing soft start solutions, AuCom understands the demands of mining applications. Applying their vast medium voltage experience to their EMX4 1200V soft starter range provides customers:

• Energy Efficiency – Internal bypass simplifies installation, ensures zero harmonics during run and maximises fixed speed power savings.
• Robust & Reliable – Robust construction and 6kV impulse-rated power section ensure rugged performance in the most challenging hazardous environments.
• Simple – Simple to set up, to use, diagnose and interface.

AuCom EMX4 1200V soft starters provide a robust, intelligent starting solution for mining sites that need to ensure reliable starting, system protection and control flexibility. “IPD helped make this project a success,” says Edison. “I was happy with the level of support and assistance IPD provided.”

To ensure your mining gets the robust starting and intelligence their next project needs, contact an IPD representative today at 1300 556 601 or visit us here: https://www.ipd.com.au/automation-and-control/motor-control-and-protection/soft-starters.