Appointed by General Electric, Aurex Constructors was responsible for the structural steel, piping, and ducting works across all six units of Medupi’s air-cooled condensers. Our scope included the management of over 1,600 personnel at peak, delivering complex mechanical services under strict quality, safety, and scheduling requirements.
Working under Mitsubishi Hitachi Power Systems (MHI), Aurex Constructors was responsible for executing mandatory shutdowns on Units 1 to 6.Our Scope included the completion of all outstanding structural steel and piping works, modifications to the PJFF (Pulse Jet Fabric Filter) system, and precision upgrades to the Ball Mills—five per unit. In addition, extensive repairs to both hot and cold ducting systems, ensuring operational integrity across the plant.
Despite logistical and labour-related challenges—Aurex maintained consistent progress and delivered high-quality outcomes across all assigned units.
The successful completion of Units 1 to 5 marked a major milestone in the finalisation of Medupi’s full operational capacity. Aurex’s dedicated on-site team provided consistent support to the customer, ensuring continuity and technical excellence throughout the shutdown period. All recruitment for this phase was sourced from the local community, contributing to regional employment and skills development while reinforcing Aurex’s commitment to local empowerment and inclusive growth.