Quebrada Blanca
92,436 sq ft Copper Concentrate Storage Facility
Quebrada Blanca Copper Storage Facility in Puerto Patache, Chile: 92,436 sq ft, seismic D-rated, with advanced ventilation and a 525.5-ton tripper platform.
The Rundown
The Quebrada Blanca Copper Concentrate Storage Facility in Puerto Patache, Región de Tarapacá, Chile, is a 92,436 sq ft tension fabric structure designed and installed by Legacy Building Solutions. This state-of-the-art facility meets strict site parameters, including high wind resistance, seismic considerations, and custom features tailored for copper concentrate storage and handling.
The facility is built on a pile foundation with poured walls and includes a suspended platform for equipment, exemplifying Legacy’s expertise in engineering durable, functional solutions for industrial needs.
Feature Details
- 206.7 ft x 447.2 ft (92,436 sq ft)
- 68 mph wind load, seismic D rating, exposure C
- EpoxxiShield™ COR+ coated frames, 28 oz tan ExxoTec™ Elite fabric
- One dust collector, ten PVC-slatted louvers, three 21.3 ft x 19.7 ft TNR roll-up rubber doors, four personnel doors, one double sliding door
- Suspended platform containing a 525.5 metric ton FLS tripper system, conveyor, catwalks, handrails, and stairs; five metric ton monorail at the peak
- Pile foundation with poured walls for enhanced stability