Tallawarra Power Station project

Facing the challenge of anchoring a 730-ton, 112-meter-long gas turbine for their Tallawarra Power Station project, Energy Australia turned to Allfasteners for their specialised M64 & M90 anchor bolts and nuts, ensuring compliance with ASTM, ISO, and AS standards.

Located near Lake Illawarra, Tallawarra Power Station is set to become Australia’s first to utilise a mix of gas and green hydrogen, marking a significant step in sustainable energy. The installation of the station’s largest turbines highlights the project’s scale and Allfasteners’ critical role in its execution.

Varied Fabrication Capabilities

Allfasteners’ scope of work included designing, manufacturing and delivering specialised anchor bolts to install the turbine. Tasked with fabricating anchor bolts, M12 through to M36 then M52, M56, M64 & M90, the custom fabrication capabilities required for the project was a testament to the skills of the Allfasteners team and the facilities at hand.

Allfasteners supplied a range of fabrication services to the project. These services included welding, thread rolling, thread tapping, CNC machining, plate processing, corrosion protection and general steel work. The industrial fabrication team is composed of highly skilled tradesmen who have many years of experience in the engineering and construction industry to overcome specification challenges.

The design specifications that were initially available changed during the course of the project. This necessitated a flexible and adaptable fabrication team that could quickly respond to the changes and fabricate components that met the local requirements.

A crucial step in this process is examining the certifications of the steel composition to ensure it meets project specifications. And where needed, heat treating the steel to the correct hardness. This process was completed in-house at Allfasteners which helped to keep the lead times shorter.

Short Lead Times, One Roof

Allfasteners stands out by offering end-to-end design, engineering, and manufacturing services, eliminating the delays typically seen with other suppliers. This efficiency stems from years of investing in our team, technology, and processes. For the Tallawarra B project, this approach ensured the timely delivery of tailor-made, high-quality products, supporting the installation of turbines that will power approximately 90,000 households from 2023-24.

We’re proud to contribute to this significant New South Wales project with our custom anchor bolts, showcasing our commitment to impactful infrastructure developments.