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Underground Construction & Development

A full spectrum of underground mine construction and development services, from operations to decommissioning

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Fortis is a trusted partner in underground operations comprised of highly skilled construction miners, operators, project managers and engineers.

Fortis offers a full range of underground mine construction and development services. Our mine construction experience ranges from mine development and operations to mine decommissioning. Past projects include ground control, ground rehabilitation, conveyor installations and removals as well as overhead crane demolition, crane installation and crane repair. Our team is comprised of highly skilled construction miners, electricians, operators, project managers, engineers, and experienced mining staff. We have experience in developing job-site procedures and lift plans. Fortis has managed all types of projects ranging from small to large complex projects.

  • Consulting

    • Procedure development
    • Safe Work Plan and Development
    • Site Assessments

  • Installation Services

    • Ore storage bins 
    • Underground conveyor systems
    • Bridge cranes 
    • Mine development 
    • Mine rehabilitation 
    • Shaft sinking
    • Design and Supply
    • Platforms and Walkways
    • Tunnel Arches
    • Shotcreting / Grouting

  • Support Services

    • Electrical & Mechanical Installations
    • Commissioning
    • Site Assessments and Troubleshooting
    • Project Management

    Related Projects

  • Repair Of Underground Raw Ore Bins

    Fortis was contracted to complete repairs on one of the underground raw ore bins. This 500 ton capacity bin needed to be leveled due to ground movement in the mine. Fortis utilized hydraulic jacks to remove and replace shims as required to level the bin structure....

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  • Underground Bin Refurbishment

    In this project Fortis leveled the bin structure and replaced the suspension cables that supported the bin. The new cables were equipped with load cells for uniform and controlled tensioning. The load cells will allow for close monitoring of the loading on the cables. Fortis built a cat walk to...

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  • Underground Conveyor Upgrade Installation

    The scope of work included: demolition and removal of the existing conveyor; mucking, excavation, rehabilitation and rock bolting; installation of structural steel, mechanical equipment and all conveyor components. Fortis successfully completed the scope of work two days prior to its scheduled completion date with no safety incidents. Fortis is proud...

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  • Fuel Storage Relocation

    Fortis completed the Fuel Storage Relocation Project at the clients site. This included the installation of: East and West Fire Doors in Fuel and Lube Bay. The Fire Suppression System, heat detectors, strobe lights/horn combo, control system panels, fans and ventilation ducting, including door modifications to pass ducting through....

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  • Underground Overhead Crane Replacement

    Fortis was contracted by a client to dismantle, remove and replace the existing 30/10T overhead crane underground at the No.2 Shaft station of the mine site. This work entailed the controlled demolition of the existing overhead bridge crane and accompanying structure. Once removed the walls of the underground shaft station...

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  • Underground Conveyor Upgrade

    Fortis was contracted by a client to complete the upgrade of the S112 No.5 beltline. This project included the removal of the existing 48″ conveyor belt and structure followed by the installation of 60″ structure with 54″ conveyor belt. This project was completed on schedule....

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