At Dredge Robotics, safety is at the heart of everything we do. It’s with great pride that we announce our nomination for the Worksafe – Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards 2024 in the category of Best Solution to a Work Health and Safety Risk. Our submission, titled “Safer Alternative to Water Asset Maintenance,” highlights a pioneering approach that showcases our commitment to innovation, efficiency, and above all, safety.
Revolutionising Water Asset Maintenance
Maintaining water assets, such as storage tanks and treatment facilities, has traditionally involved significant risks. Conventional methods often require manual entry into confined spaces, exposure to hazardous substances, and the physical strain of operating in challenging environments.
Our Dredge Robotics division has developed a groundbreaking solution to these risks. By utilising advanced robotics and automation, we eliminate the need for human entry into high-risk environments. Our robotic systems are designed to perform cleaning, maintenance and inspection tasks with unparalleled precision and effectiveness, keeping workers out of harm’s way while delivering exceptional results.
The Innovation Behind the Nomination
The nomination stems from our commitment to redefining safety standards in the industry. Key features of our solution include:
- Remote-Operated Robots: Equipped with cutting-edge technology, our robots can navigate water tanks, reservoirs, and other assets to perform maintenance tasks without the need for human intervention.
- Reduced Exposure to Hazards: By eliminating the requirement for manual labour in hazardous zones, our solution minimises risks such as chemical exposure, slips, and confined-space incidents.
- Improved Efficiency: Our robotic systems are not only safer but also faster and more effective, ensuring minimal downtime for water assets and maximising operational efficiency.
- Sustainability and Precision: Our approach supports sustainability by minimising water wastage during cleaning processes and using precise techniques to extend asset lifespan.
Recognition by Worksafe
Being named a finalist in the Worksafe – Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards is a testament to our unwavering dedication to worker safety. This recognition celebrates organisations that lead the way in developing innovative solutions to workplace health and safety risks, and we are honoured to be acknowledged among them.
The Worksafe Awards shine a light on initiatives that set new benchmarks for safety, fostering a culture where every worker’s wellbeing is a priority. Our nomination reinforces our belief that innovation and safety go hand in hand to create a safer future for industries worldwide.
A Collaborative Effort
This milestone would not have been possible without the collective efforts of our team. From engineers and designers to project managers and safety specialists, each member of the Dredge Robotics family has played a vital role in turning this vision into reality.
We also extend our gratitude to our industry partners and clients who have trusted our expertise and supported our mission to revolutionise water asset maintenance.
