Replacing Cages: Custom 1.2T Singles for RIO TINTO

Out with the old and in with the new!

CLIENT

RIO TINTO

CHALLENGE

OH&S Concerns, inefficiencies and operational inconsistencies

RIO TINTO was looking to solve its ongoing challenges of OH&S concerns, inefficiencies, and operational inconsistencies across sites due to outdated Chinese-sourced cages in their network, adding to replacement cage costs. Warehousing staff were also struggling to find a cage with stacking and pallet racking capabilities. 

SOLUTION
DAYWALK’s 1.2T HEAVY DUTY SHEETED STEEL CAGE (800 mmH) WITH REUSABLE COVER

RIO TINTO decided to employ DAYWALK to produce a customised sheeted steel cages, addressing all issues and providing the extra benefits of purchasing cages specifically created for their company.

DAYWALK also implemented design feedback from the trial stages to minimise impact on Rio Tinto’s operations. Upon delivery of the cages, DAYWALK also included a product-specific QR Code, which gives the end users on-site and in the DC access to the user guide and product instructions so they can use the cages safely.

Able to be stacked up to 4 cages high and heavy-duty powdercoated to ensure durability.

Ultimate flexibility and access; 4-way pallet racking, removable gates, and suited to fit in shipping containers 2 abreast.

Equipped with a WLL 1.2T rating to give peace of mind and engineered to fit safely on pallet racking (static storage only, uniformly distributed load).

WHY DAYWALK CAGES?

Best Application

These Sheeted Steel Cages have a 10+ year coating system complete with corporate branding and a QR Code for assest tracking.

Expertise Provided

In addition to DAYWALK's previous experiences providing multiple customers with cages, Daywalk staff implemented design feedback from the trial stages to minimise the impact on RIO TINTO’s operations.

Operational Efficiency

RIO TINTO sought a custom solution for durable, pre-assembled cages to streamline project timelines and ensure seamless integration with existing systems.

RESULT
Engineering, manufacture, delivery & project management, including extensive design iterations and field trials.

By Investing in customised sheeted steel cages, RIO TINTO improved operational efficiency and mitigated OH&S risks. RIO TINTO were also provided with the following features and benefits with the custom heavy duty sheeted steel cages:

  • A 10+ year coating system.  
  • Corporate branding (green cages with RIO TINTO red logo) released into the network.
  • Introduced operational consistency across RIO TINTO sites.
  • Unique asset tracking QR Code – individually labelled.
  • Reduced long-term cost for replacement cages.
  • Cages that are stackable and engineered to fit safely on pallet racking.
  • Product-specific QR Code, giving the end-users access to the user guide and product instructions, for correct and safe use.
CONTACT

With over 20 years of expertise, DAYWALK ensures that your heavy and complex items are transported securely and in compliance with industry standards. Explore the full range of transport frames and pallets or contact our team on 1300 662 987 today.