Keeping the Station Running Smoothly
Routine maintenance is essential to keep Princess Elisabeth Antarctica operating safely and efficiently in one of the world’s harshest environments. From vehicle checks and snow removal to water treatment upkeep and structural protection, every task ensures the station remains reliable, resilient, and ready for the season ahead.
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Removing accumulated snow from the annex roofs with a snow blower to reduce structural load and prevent excess stress on the building.
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Installing polyethylene sheets around the base of the annex façade to prevent powder snow from infiltrating underneath the building.
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Plumber Simeon Polet prepares the filtration process before drying the sludge from the station’s water treatment system.
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Plumber Simeon Polet fine-tunes the flow rate in the water treatment system’s filtration stage to maintain optimal performance.
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Testing the Hagglund’s ability to handle uneven terrain during general maintenance in the annex garage, ensuring safe mobility across challenging Antarctic surfaces.
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