FMS Group has successfully completed two major equipment builds simultaneously for valued mining clients – a 121KL Ground Force Water Tank Module and a 165-tonne TowHaul Lowboy Mining Float.
Although engineered for very different applications, both projects were delivered with the same commitment to quality, safety and engineering excellence. Together, they demonstrate the depth of FMS Group’s engineering, fabrication and manufacturing capabilities across Central Queensland while reinforcing the company’s position as a one-stop shop for specialised mining and heavy industry equipment.
A Custom Ground Force Water Tank Built for Site Performance
Manufactured under licence as the exclusive Australasian dealer for Ground Force Worldwide, the 121KL Ground Force Water Tank Module was fabricated at FMS Group’s Mackay workshop and customised to meet the client’s specific operational requirements.
Built to relevant Australian standards, the unit incorporates a range of site-specific features, including:
- Tailored spray system configuration
- Integrated camera systems
- Dedicated lighting package
- Safety platforms and compliant access systems
- Proven Ground Force surge-control tank design
Following completion, the water tank will be transported to the customer’s workshop for final fit-out before entering service in the Hunter Region of New South Wales, where it will support safe and efficient mine operations.
Completed alongside the water tank was a 165-tonne TowHaul Lowboy Mining Float, purpose-built for a Central Queensland mining operation.
Designed to transport heavy mobile equipment such as dozers and drills, the float also provides a safer and more efficient method of recovering immobilised dump trucks without relying on tow straps or additional recovery equipment.
A custom-engineered folding ramp system reduces manual handling during loading while helping minimise line-of-fire exposure—delivering practical safety improvements that support day-to-day mining operations.
Engineering Solutions Designed Around Mining Operations
While the two builds serve different purposes, they reflect the same FMS Group approach to equipment manufacturing:
- Engineered to meet site-specific operational requirements
- Built to relevant Australian and OEM standards
- Designed with safety at the forefront
- Backed by local manufacturing and engineering expertise
Whether manufacturing under global OEM partnerships or delivering fully customised equipment solutions, FMS Group provides integrated capability across engineering, fabrication, equipment and maintenance services.
From water management systems to heavy haulage equipment, every project is designed around the realities of modern mining—helping clients improve safety, reliability and operational performance.
If you’re planning your next equipment build or looking for a trusted engineering partner, contact the FMS Group team to learn how our workshop, engineering and equipment capabilities can support your operation.
