Engineering

Plant Upgrades

Extending asset longevity and capability for optimised plant performance

Better asset performance

Upgrading existing assets with engineering certainty

Wilshaw delivers practical plant upgrades and modification solutions that improve asset performance, reliability and operational efficiency.

Combining mechanical, civil and structural engineering expertise with decades of mining experience, we help operations extend the life and capability of existing infrastructure.

BROWNFIELD EXPERTISE

Maximising existing assets

Practical upgrades built around operational realities

Every plant upgrade comes with unique challenges. Wilshaw works with mining companies and contractors to identify opportunities to improve the performance of existing plant systems, including:

Process plant modifications
Equipment upgrades and retrofits
Structural modifications
Conveyor and materials handling upgrades
Mechanical and piping modifications
Plant infrastructure improvements
Replacement and refurbishment of ageing components
Safety and access improvements

Whether upgrading a single piece of equipment or modifying a complete plant area, Wilshaw applies practical engineering principles to deliver purpose-built outcomes.

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COMPLETE DELIVERY

Integrated project support

Engineering support from concept through completion

Wilshaw supports the full project lifecycle – from initial assessment and detailed design through to fabrication and site implementation. Our experience spans:

Mineral processing facilities
Underground mining infrastructure
Heavy equipment facilities
Pumping systems
Material handling systems
Structural steel infrastructure
Access and maintenance systems

From small modifications to complex upgrade packages, Wilshaw delivers engineering outcomes built around safety, reliability and operational performance.

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OUR SERVICE GUARANTEE

Why partner with Wilshaw

Engineering expertise backed by over 35 years of mining experience.

Practical, Engineering-led Solutions

We design upgrades around real operating conditions, balancing performance, safety and constructability.

Mining Experience

Wilshaw is backed by over 35 years of supporting mining operations with practical engineering and infrastructure expertise.

End-to-End Capability

From design and fabrication support through to delivery, Wilshaw helps bring projects to life.

Australian by Design

WA-based engineering capability supported by local manufacturing and long-term industry relationships.

Products

Mining infrastructure and equipment designed to perform in demanding mining environments

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Engineering Services

Integrated engineering solutions for critical mining infrastructure

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Inspection & Compliance

Engineering inspections and certification services that help you operate with confidence and ensure regulatory compliance

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