Fonterra in 2015 decided to invest in a new Drier on the Pahiatua site to meet milk growth in the Lower North Island area.

As part of the investment, Fonterra wanted to increase its capability and capacity to effectively treat the dairy factory wastewater.

A new Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) was designed by consultant Beca and issued to Techo Ltd (Process Construction) and Fulton Hogan (Ponds Construction). The project was on a very tight timeline which required completion of the installation before commissioning of the new Drier.

Techo worked in a collaborative arrangement with Beca, Fulton Hogan and Fonterra to successfully deliver the project on time.

Project Value: $8.5 Million

Duration: 12 Months

Project Type: GMP (mechanical, electrical, automation and commissioning). Health & Safety managed under Techo's Ring Fenced Safe Work System

Consultant: Beca (Process design, spec docs, management)

Construction man hours: 25,000

Techo's scope of supply included:

• Project management, process engineering and commissioning
• Supply and installation of all pumps, valves, tanks, instruments and a decanter
• Supply and installation of all pipe, fittings and supports
• Installation of a new concrete panel building for a decanter and MCC/PLC room
• Installation of an office, control room and amenities building
• All labour for mechanical, electrical and automation installation

Outcome:

  Set the standard for Fonterra Waste Water Treatment Plant, completed safely, on time and on budget.