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EDITORS COLUMN
FUNDING THE NEEDS OF A RAPIDLY GROWING
(AND AGEING) RURAL AND REGIONAL POPULATION
Dear Readers, Australians are now living longer, in rural to being asked to ‘do more with less’ – a
areas it is common practice for those who challenge which is further compounded
While the area defined as ‘Rural and have spent their life on the land to move by their restricted ability to raise revenue
Regional Australia’ is clearly as diverse as ‘off the farm’ and into a nearby town when through rates and user charges. And while
Australia is large - with individual towns, they retire - generally for reasons of better there has no doubt been an increase in
cities and municipalities each facing access to services. rate revenues for some councils as a result
their own particular circumstances and Of course, moving out of the major of additional residences being built, it’s fair
challenges - there does appear to be one capitals to rural and regional cities didn’t to assume that those increases have failed
major issue now facing rural and regional start with Covid either – it’s a trend that’s to cover the additional resources required
councils across the country, namely, the been growing steadily for a number of to adequately provide for the increased
additional strain being placed on Local years. Covid simply accelerated it! population.
Government services and facilities as a And it’s not only about a change in Be that as it may, there will surely come
result of a rapidly growing and ageing lifestyle. Many are simply taking advantage a time when there are quite simply no
population. of the massive growth in property values more funds available - and on current
Whilst the issues relating to an ageing that has occurred in the major capitals trends it appears that that time is rapidly
population are clearly also a major concern over recent years - selling up and trading approaching.
for metropolitan councils, the massive up for more affordable real estate in With that in mind, I believe that the only
increase in people looking to make a ‘sea- regional areas. way that we can possibly hope to address
change’ or ‘tree-change’ following last While this has provided an economic these issues with any level of success, is for
year’s COVID chaos – many of whom are boom for some areas, this growth is also all levels of government to work together
over 55 – is further compounding the issue proving to be somewhat of a double- in a co-operative and equitable manner to
for rural and regional councils. edged sword. Unfortunately, the increasing develop the facilities and services that are
Put simply, the significant population ‘age imbalance’ between the city and the needed.
shift that has occurred over the past 12 country is a serious concern and is already After all, the population continues to age
months – especially from Melbourne and shaping up as a major threat to many on a daily basis - and that leaves no time
Sydney into the regions – together with councils throughout rural and regional for political ‘buck passing’.
the ever-increasing average population Australia. Councils are not only being
age gap between the city and the country, faced with a sharp increase in demand
places a massive financial burden on rural for human services, they’re also under
and regional councils as they struggle to pressure to provide more suitable age-
provide additional services and facilities. related infrastructure, such as aged care
In recent years, rural and regional areas facilities and community amenities.
have experienced a steep increase in In these days of tight fiscal policy and
the percentage of residents aged 55 or high community expectations, Local
Anthony T Schmidt
over. Together with the fact that most Government is undoubtedly accustomed
Managing Editor
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INDUSTRY NEWS
WORLD-CLASS BOULEVARD FOR THE HEART OF SYDNEY
Wider footpaths, more trees, new Pictured above: Artist’s impression of George Street,
“We are working closely with businesses
street furniture and extensive paving pedestrianised at Campbell Street. Image by Virtual
to minimise disruption and thank everyone
for walking and outdoor dining will Ideas based on a design by City of Sydney
transform Sydney’s George Street into for their patience as we undertake this
a world-class pedestrian boulevard and transformative project.” The project is supported at all levels of
draw people back to the city. Gabriel Metcalf, Chief Executive of government. The Australian Government will
the Committee for Sydney, said the contribute $7.05 million for part of the project
The City of Sydney has begun work on pedestrianised section of George Street on George Street between Bathurst and
creating 9,000 square metres of car-free from Circular Quay to Town Hall had Goulburn streets, with the NSW Government
space along the George Street light rail route quickly become one of the world’s best funding $1 million for the overall works.
from Town Hall down to Railway Square. streets. The project works include:
There are also plans to open up a new “George Street is becoming a magical • extended pedestrianised zones at the
public space on Devonshire Street between place and a big draw into the city centre – southern end of George Street between
Chalmers and Elizabeth streets in Surry Hills, it’s a place to enjoy public life in the city,” Bathurst Street and Rawson Place
with work set to start in 2022. Mr Metcalf said. • open space improvements on George
Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the $43.5 “It makes so much sense to extend that Street between Rawson Place and Pitt
million project will be a boost for the local magic to the cultural anchor of Chinatown Street, Ultimo Road, Thomas Street and
economy and support recovery from the and the emerging tech hub around Hay Street
impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. Central station. We’re excited to see the • more than 9,000 square metres of new
“Block by block, we’re turning bitumen into next phase of Sydney’s public space space for walking
beautiful paving with room for new trees, renaissance unfold.” • granite footpaths to replace car lanes
outdoor dining and street furniture,” the Lord The Albion Place Hotel on George Street • new street trees, seating and lighting
Mayor said. is set to benefit from the first stage of the • spaces for outdoor dining
“We’ve loved seeing people reclaim George transformation. David Highet, director • simpler intersections to reduce travel times
Street south while the temporary road closure of operations for venue owner Reserve for everyone.
measures have been in place. Now we want Hotels, said the new-look George Street Local access and emergency services
to make these measures permanent, giving will help revitalise the area. access will be maintained. The works will be
people more space to window shop, dine and “This part of town has always been a completed in stages to minimise disruption to
walk while maintaining physical distancing.” bustling entertainment hub that attracted people and businesses.
“This work will complete our long-held a diverse demographic looking to eat, Construction work is underway on the
vision of turning George Street into wonderful drink and come together at a range of east side of the light rail tracks, near Bathurst
tree-lined pedestrian and light rail boulevard venues, but due to Covid, we saw business Street, and will progress south on both the
through the heart of our City,” the Lord Mayor slump overnight,” Mr Highet said. eastern and western sides, block by block,
added. “This wonderful idea to turn George towards Railway Square. Construction to the
“Extending this public space with Street into a European-style boulevard will south of Goulburn Street is planned to start in
permanent, quality infrastructure will make draw people back into the area and inspire late 2021. Work on Devonshire Street in Surry
the whole area more appealing for workers, us to explore new business opportunities. Hills is planned to start in 2022.
visitors, residents and local businesses and “This is going to help turn George Street You can see plans for the works at:
encourage walking through the centre of south into a destination in its own right city.sydney/george-street along with details
our CBD. and take the precinct to the next level.” on construction timing and staging.
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REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE FOR OUR
NEXT GEN BUILDING SURVEYORS
CRYSTAL POOLS WINS CHAMPION
Aspiring building surveyors are getting hands “As someone who’s spent their whole
on practical experience at Victoria’s agencies career involved in the construction sector, BUSINESS OF THE DECADE AT
to gain skills and further their careers. I’m proud to give back to the industry by THE 2020 AUSTRALIAN SMALL
The Victoria Building Authority (VBA), sharing my experience and ideas with our
Victorian Managed Insurance Authority graduates during their rotation.
BUSINESS CHAMPION AWARDS
(VMIA) and Domestic Building Dispute “Our first graduates will get hands- Sydney-based Crystal Pools has been named
Resolution Victoria (DBDRV) have joined on experience in insurance claims Champion Business of the Decade at the
forces and created the Building Surveyor management including on-site inspections Australian Small Business Champion Gala Dinner
Career Pathways Program. The initiative with our assessors and litigation cases,” and Awards Ceremony held recently at The ICC
sees final year students and graduates she said. Sydney, with around 1,000 guests in attendance.
apply their academic knowledge to real “As a provider of domestic building Recognised as the 'Oscars' for small business
situations in a dynamic environment, insurance, we issue more than 70,000 the Australian Small Business Champion Awards
gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. certificates a year, protecting homeowners is the only national recognition program for
Recruits will spend six months at each of when their building or renovation work has Australian small businesses.
the organisations over 18 months with the defects or can’t be completed because the The program aims to recognise outstanding
inaugural six participants already hitting the builder has died, disappeared or become Australian small businesses and encourage high
ground running. insolvent.” standards of excellence in small business practice.
VBA Chief Executive Officer Sue Eddy DBDRV Chief Resolution Officer Gina “The Australian Small Business Champion
said it was important to back our future Ralston said the inter-agency collaboration Awards is a way to recognise the efforts of small
building surveyors. was a positive experience. business people whose efforts contribute to the
“Building Surveyors play such an “It’s wonderful to have the opportunity prosperity and vitality of communities across
important role in the efficient and effective to collaborate with the Victorian Building Australia,” said Steve Loe, Managing Director of
operation of the building industry. They Authority and Victorian Managed Precedent Productions and founder of the awards.
often save homeowners time and money by Insurance Authority and for all three “As a small business owner myself, I know the
spotting issues early before they become a agencies to share our expertise,” Ms vision and dedication to excellence required to
bigger problem.” Ralston said. “I look forward to working succeed. These traits have been displayed in
“We have a responsibility to do all we with the candidates and watching them abundance by all of our 2020 Small Business
can to help prepare the future generation forge their careers as building surveyors.” Champions.
of building surveyors, which is why we are Candidates receive support with Some of the attributes that contributed to
putting them in real life situations to test training, development and mentoring Crystal Pools taking out this outstanding accolade
and hone their skills,” she said. to develop valued work skills, technical were:
“Already our graduates have experience aligned to the requirements of • Excellent standards of customer service and
demonstrated a thirst for learning and have registration in the categories of building documented customer satisfaction
turned their minds to how they can influence inspectors and surveyors. Candidates • A long standing commitment to supporting the
positive change in the industry and be also gain exposure to the operation of community
exemplary practitioners in the future.” the regulatory framework from a variety • A family-like culture
VMIA’s Chief Officer, Domestic Building of different perspectives, through both • Business efficiency and performance which
Insurance Efy Karagiannis said the career internal and external rotations. translates to value for customers
pathways program gave Victoria’s next For further information, please visit: • High quality construction at competitive pricing
generation of building surveyors a head start. www.vba.vic.gov.au In accepting the Award, Peter Stewart, Director
Construction at Crystal Pools said they were
honoured to receive the ‘Champion Business of the
Decade Award’.
“We’ve always strived to set the industry
benchmark in everything we do – both in terms
of our focus on customer service and quality,
and in terms of general business operations and
the culture that we’ve built, where we look after
our people. We also nurture and retain the best
tradespeople in the business – master builders and
craftspeople, many working with us for ten years
or longer.
“Crystal Pools also confidently backs its pools
with the strongest warranties on the market.”
6 Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2021
INDUSTRY NEWS
certification scheme includes both safety-
critical installations as well as products
entering the supply chain covered by ACRS
certification.
Along with enhancing industry
expertise, the scheme will complement
ongoing activities by State and Territory
governments to enhance quality control
NEW POST-TENSIONING SCHEME LAUNCHED in built structures through digitalisation
of supply chains and proven assurance
TO BOOST CONSTRUCTION SECTOR measures.
The PTIA and CARES are now engaging
Australia’s construction sector is set to The new standards, which are specifically with structural engineers, major contractors,
benefit from the introduction of rigorous designed to provide greater assurance in clients and other key stakeholders,
new standards for post-tensioning – the construction supply chains nationwide, are including ACRS, to build awareness and
method of reinforcing concrete with high- backed by an independent certification engagement in the local market.
strength steel strands or bars. scheme – providing complete transparency PTIA CEO James Woods and CARES CEO
Post-tensioning is widely used in and clarity for manufacturers and Lee Brankley said the announcement was
commercial buildings, infrastructure and contractors. expected to lead to ongoing improvements
residential apartment blocks as it provides In developing the scheme, CARES has in the consistency of construction
greater design flexibility and speed of engaged with all stakeholders including nationwide, following two years of detailed
construction. It also reduces the amount structural engineers, major contractors, discussions between the organisations.
of concrete or other materials required in clients, the Post-Tensioning Institute of “Our overriding goal has been to secure
construction processes, representing a more Australia (PTIA) and the Australasian continuing improvements in product
economical and environmentally friendly Certification Authority for Reinforcing and standards, materials specification, design
solution. Structural Steels (ACRS). This new product and onsite installation,” Mr Woods said.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
“We are delighted to have been involved
with CARES on this, and I am confident our
GYPROCK TO PROUDLY DISPLAY THE FAMOUS
members and the wider industry will seize the GREEN AND GOLD AUSTRALIAN MADE LOGO
opportunity to tap into the vast experience
and knowledge that CARES is bringing to AND PROMOTE AUSSIE MANUFACTURING
Australia.
“The scheme will bring much-needed Australia’s most successful and Made logo. The logo also adds a lot
certification and independent regulation to innovative plasterboard manufacturer, of weight to our country-of-origin
the industry, and is a workable solution at a Gyprock, has announced its support claims. Carrying the Australian
time of increased scrutiny on building quality.” of the Australian Made Campaign Made logo and directing decision-
Mr Brankley said working with the PTIA (AMCL) to promote Australian makers to our products on the
was a natural evolution of longstanding manufacturers in the building Australian Made website
collaborative relationships, and reflected and construction industry, provides transparency. It
CARES’ commitment to effective multi- with all Gyprock products clearly communicates our
stakeholder engagement with clients, certified to display the manufacturing processes
consultants and contractors. Australian Made and beyond what we could
“We are confident this scheme will work Owned logo. independently.”
well for the good of the industry. Thanks Gyprock pioneered Ben Lazzaro, Chief
to CARES’ long track record it is already a plasterboard in Australia in Executive of the Australian Made
proven success in the UK, and as well as 1947, and transformed the building industry Campaign, said, “The Australian Made logo
Australia is also now being adopted in several in Australia with the introduction of paper- is the true mark of Aussie authenticity.
other countries. faced plasterboard. This revolution enabled It’s exciting to see Gyprock’s range of
“We expect colleagues will quickly lightweight construction, saving time and Australian Made product proudly carrying
see improvements in quality through reducing building costs. Today, Gyprock the iconic green and gold kangaroo.”
transparency in supply, installation and continues to drive innovation, influencing “Aussie products are made to some of
performance, and much greater clarity around trends in the home design, commercial and the highest standards in the world. They are
the provenance of critical materials sourced architectural space. trusted, known for their safety and quality
for Australia’s built environment.” A leader in the design and production and increasingly preferred by builders and
The new scheme covers contractors of gypsum-based products, Gyprock home renovators. When you buy Australian,
installing post-tensioning systems, producers produces hundreds of products each you are also helping to pump money back
of prestressing anchors and prebagged grout, year in its state-of-the-art manufacturing into our economy, which helps to keep
plus firms that carry out remedial grouting of facilities located across the country, and Aussie jobs, strengthen local industries and
post-tensioned tendons. employs over2,400 Australians. Gyprock supports local communities.”
Executive General Manager, Paul Dalton, A 2020 study from Roy Morgan
said the company takes great pride in Research found that Aussies favour
ABOUT THE POST-TENSIONING its local manufacturing operations and is Australian Made products, with 68% of
INSTITUTE OF AUSTRALIA committed to protecting Australian jobs. Australians preferring to buy Australian-
The Post-Tensioning Institute of Australia (PTIA) “We are proud of our history as an made building and renovation materials,
was formed to represent the post-tensioning Australian manufacturer. Not only do we and 58% preferring to buy Australian-
contracting industry in Australia, seeking to take pride in supporting the continuation made tools and hardware. The research
maintain a viable and competent industry with
high standards in design and construction of of local jobs, but there is also a satisfaction also found that high quality, use of ethical
post-tensioning systems for the benefits of its that comes with producing a nationally labour, and supporting local jobs and
members, their employees, and their clients.
recognised Australian Made product,” said employment are all attributes associated
Paul. with the Australian Made logo.
“The Australian Made logo is globally Renowned for its expertise in delivering
ABOUT CARES recognised and aligns perfectly with our innovative, bespoke solutions for
CARES is an independent, not-for-profit mission statement - when you purchase residential and commercial applications,
certification body, established in 1983 to
Gyprock products, you are buying quality. Gyprock manufactures a comprehensive
provide confidence to the users, purchasers and
specifiers of reinforcing steel through a regime of It also demonstrates our commitment range of high-performance plasterboard
regulation, testing and inspection. It operates for to local manufacturing and provides our products and systems for many
the benefit of the construction industry offering
certification schemes for companies that produce customers with the peace of mind that applications to meet fire, acoustic and
materials, components or offer services, primarily comes from purchasing locally made thermal requirements across all segments
to the reinforced concrete industry. Clients can products. We believe our commitment of the construction industry. The product
specify CARES approved companies and products
with confidence that they will comply with the to local manufacturing has contributed range includes plasterboard and cornice,
relevant product or system standards and without to Gyprock’s outstanding reputation for as well as compounds, adhesives, specialty
the need for verification testing by the purchaser quality.” plasters and associated finishing materials
or contractor. There are over 100 producers
of reinforcing steel in more than 40 countries Paul adds, “Gyprock is proud to have and accessories, all of which are certified
around the world already approved by CARES. its products certified with the Australian to carry the Australian Made logo.
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manual mixing inside the building. “When we first started in the industry SUPERCAP® system, lies within the fact that
some 30 years ago, floor levelling and floor it effectively removes the material mixing
IDEAL FOR USE WITH NEW preparation was very basic… some would and preparation and pumping operations
OR EXISTING FLOORS say primitive,” David Kealy explained. “But from inside the building, into a purpose
Designed for use with both new even in those early days, we were always designed and built, fully self-contained
and existing floors, the LATICRETE® focussed on finding better ways to produce mobile blending and pumping plant.
SUPERCAP® system from AllPrep has the best possible result.” In the past, floor-levelling operations
set new benchmarks in performance, “From materials technologies (we were traditionally involved moving numerous
productivity and safety. Not surprisingly, the one of the first in Australia to use the heavy bags (often several hundred for a
system now looks set to mirror its global high performance self-levelling products single floor) of cementitious materials to
success and popularity across Australia. developed in Germany) through to the worksite, where they would then have
With the first of AllPrep’s custom- measuring, prep and finishing techniques, to be manually lifted, split and emptied
built LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® MBU our goal has always been on combining into a mixer. Together with the additional
trucks having commenced operations the latest in materials and equipment time and effort required to transport the
during March, the company has already technology with quality workmanship materials into the building to the work area
completed a number of major projects and to deliver finished floors of the highest – including the heavy manual labour – one
has several more currently underway – and quality,” he said. of the biggest issues with mixing materials
the results are outstanding. “It’s no exaggeration to say that the inside the building is silica dust.
Speaking about the new system, LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® technology has Now recognised as a major exposure
AllPrep Flooring Specialists Pty Ltd forever changed the face of floor levelling hazard for workers, long-term or repeated
Managing Director, David Kealy, said that operations,” David Kealy added. high-level exposure to Silica Dust can lead
the LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® technology “It has quite literally redefined what is to an increased risk of developing of lung
represented a significant step forward in considered ‘world’s best practice’ for floor cancer, silicosis (an irreversible scarring
floor levelling operations – particularly levelling operations. And we’re extremely and stiffening of the lungs), kidney disease
in terms of speed, flexibility, sustainability proud to be able to offer this technology to and chronic obstructive pulmonary
and safety. the Australian market.” disease.
Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2021 11COVER FEATURE
Even with the best equipment and dust
suppression precautions, the super-fine
nature of the materials used in floor-
levelling can generate significant levels of
dust, requiring all workers in the vicinity
(including other trades working in the
vicinity) to use appropriate PPE.
The LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® system
from AllPrep not only eliminates the need
for manual handling of dry materials, it also
eliminates the risk of Silica Dust exposure
inside the building.
“It’s fair to say that the LATICRETE®
SUPERCAP® system would have to be
considered the biggest leap forward in
floor levelling technology ever seen –
especially in terms of worker OH&S,” David
Kealy said. “There’s no more heavy lifting,
no more manual bag splitting, no more
manual loading into mixers… and best of all,
there’s no more dust inside the workplace!”
“The system is fully self-contained - with
a crane to lift and unload the bulk bags of
dry material into the truck’s silos, ready
for mixing and pumping to the work face,”
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12 Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2021COVER FEATURE
BY- S I D E
SIDE- A R I S O N
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The outstanding performance of the LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® system was highlighted in a
recent a side-by-side comparison with traditional barrel mixing on a project in Boston, MA
in the USA, and the results were truly telling.
For the trial, the general contractor selected two specific, identical floor plates of
1023m2 each:
• Floor 4: Installed with 23kg bags of premium self-levelling underlayment loaded into
the building on pallets and delivered through a traditional barrel mixing system; and
• Floor 5: Installed with the LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® system, using 1 ton supersacks of
premium material mixed outside the building in a mobile blending unit and pumped
through a hose into the building.
EachSTUDY
CASE of the newly constructed concrete floors had deflection of 25mm (avg.) which was
to be corrected to no more than 3mm in 3m, ready for the installation of wood floors. The
SUPERCAP vs. Traditional barrel pour
®
results (shown in the table below) speak for themselves.
he added. “It completely eliminates the
need to bring dry materials into to building."
“What’s more, the fact that the entire
process is computer-controlled, means n
THE BENEFITS
Project scope
The Point Residential Tower, Boston, MA, USA
that it’s able to deliver product to the work n > Improved
Overall jobsite
Project – 34,800m2 safety – No more loading material into the building, staging
face at the required speed and with the n
thousands
34 floors of small
at approximately bags
1023m and creating
of finished
2
dust.
flooring per A small crew manning a hose is all that is
floor
highest possible level of product quality n Correctrequired in the building.
existing deflection up to 25mm
and consistency.”
“While it may now be a somewhat The>problem
Time savings – The underlayment goes down at least 50% quicker, the cure is fast and
n Concrete deflection of 25mm (avg.) check spacing between
overused term, it’s no exaggeration to following trades can be back working on a perfectly
newly constructed
flat floor in 24 hours.
say that this new technology truly is a Need
n
> toCost
deliver a flat floor of
effective 3mm volumes
– The in 3m for wood
and floors
efficiencies
offered by the LATICRETE® SUPERCAP®
‘game changer’ for floor levelling works,” and 6mm in 3m for LVT floors
David said. n
system result in significant
Need to keep the project on schedule
reductions in both the time and cost of floor levelling.
Additional cost benefits can also flow from reductions in delays to following trades.
Goals
OUTSTANDING RESULTS Fix>the Environmentally
deflection and provide responsible
a substrate that – LATICRETE®
meets the flooringSUPERCAP® Self Levelling
manufacturers requirements Underlayment
for installation
IN 50% OF THE TIME
n
n Provideisa Low VOC
fast and certified,
cost and meets
the rigorous and comprehensive standards for low
effective solution
Together with the major OH&S benefits,
the revolutionary LATICRETE® SUPERCAP®
emissions of Volatile Organic Compounds.
The challenge
system from AllPrep is also setting new The>SUPERCAP
Qualityapplicator,
controlled
®
Allegheny
– TheContract, conductedMobile
computerised a side-by-side comparison
Blending using two
Unit delivers different
outstanding
self-levelling underlayment installation methods.
benchmarks in productivity. product consistency
The general contractor selected 2 and quality
specific, control.
identical The system provides a detailed log of the
floor plates:
The underlayment goes down at least
n Floor 4:quantities and
Installed with blends
23kg bags ofofpremium
materials used for
self-levelling every stage
underlayment of every
loaded into theproject.
building on pallets and
50% quicker, the cure is fast, and following delivered through a traditional barrel mixing system
trades can be back working on a perfectly n > 5:Versatility
Floor Installed with–the
Suitable for use
SUPERCAP on both
System, usingnew
1 tonand existingoffloors,
supersacks thematerial
premium LATICRETE® SUPERCAP®
mixed outside the building
flat floor in 24 hours – a significant saving in a mobile blending
system unit and
is ideal forpumped
projectsthrough a hose into
with difficult the building
access, including inner-city high-rise buildings.
in both time and cost when compared to
traditional floor levelling methods.
Once the floor has been laser-surveyed, SUPERCAP® Traditional
SUPERCAP® Traditional
the installation crew preps the floor and set System System
Mobile Blending Unit Barrel Pour
the levelling pegs to indicate the required Quantity (materials) 22 supersacks 652 x 23kg bags
depth of self-levelling underlayment across
Loading materials in building 0 hours 16 hours
the floor. Hoses are then run from the 264
Mobile Blending Unit (located at ground 8 Need freight elevator time No Yes
level outside the building) to the work face, 128 Removal of bag waste from building No Yes
enabling the precision Self Levelling 3
Total hours 128 264
Underlayment to be delivered wet directly
to the prepared floor. Computer-controlled Hours Days Total days 3 8
blending ensures consistent quality control
SUPERCAP® completed the floor in 50% less time. Study conducted by Allegheny Contract
across the entirety of every job.
Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2021 13COVER FEATURE
“The patented, computer-controlled
LATICRETE® SUPERCAP® Mobile Blending Unit
can continuously deliver up to 13.5 tons of our
premium self-levelling underlayment (SLU) per
hour from street level up to 60 stories high,”
David Kealy said. “That’s the equivalent of 675
small bags of material per hour!”
“The system enables us to deliver perfectly
flat floors faster, safer and greener than ever
before. We can correct concrete deflection
to an extremely flat specification at a rate
of over 4,500m2 per day in all kinds of
buildings, including high-rises located in
congested inner-city areas.”
“What’s more, the fast-curing nature of the
material, combined with the fact that we can
place the material
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creating harmful dust, means that following
trades can be working on a perfectly flat,
dust-free floor 24 hours later,” he added.
LONG-ARM ARTICULATING CRANE
DOES ALL THE HEAVY LIFTING
DUAL SILOS FOR REMOTE-CONTROL CRANE
SUPERCAP® AND SAND DELIVERS SUPERSACKS
FROM STREET TO SILO
OUTPUT RATE - PUMPS
13.5 ton PER HOUR,
CEMENT AND EQUIVALENT TO 675
WATER HOSES SMALL BAGS PER HOUR
NO ELECTRICAL HOOKUP
REQUIRED, GENERATOR
ONBOARD
COMPUTER CONTROL FOR
CONSISTENT MIX ALL DAY
AUTOMATED USAGE REPORTS
PUMP MORE THAN 60 STORIES HIGH BACK-UP PUMP SINK
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Pty Ltd, T: 1300 ALLPREP (1300 255 773), M: 0419 289 152, or visit:
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Transition Test #2
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A problem was identified and through
the iterative use of FEM combined
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a solution was found and optimised
that was vastly different to the
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Transition Test #3
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Once the bridge barrier design was
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Transition Test #1
to assess transition designs to
for 13,000kg Bus various European roadside barriers in
accordance with EN1317 and
TR16303-2011 requirements.
Transition Test #1
Australian authorities required product
for 900kg Sedan assessment to Australian bridge
standards. Future finite element modelling
in accordance with MASH standards and
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satisfied ASBAP’s analysis for both traffic
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ASBAP Approv
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• Fully crash tested to European Standards and simulated
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www.lbaustralia.com.au Ph 1300 522 878ACRS FEATURE ACRS set to raise the bar with new sustainable steel certification scheme Scheme enables consumers, industry & government to confidently source high quality constructional steels produced under high standards of environmental, social and ethical management and will help combat ESG confusion through the steel supply chain Australasian Certification Authority for demand for a premium, independent in-class sustainability scheme will help Reinforcing and Structural Steels (ACRS), verification scheme in the area of steel leading producers better demonstrate the the leading independent steel certification sustainability, that provides surety there is no sustainability of their product and it will give authority for Australia and New Zealand, producer bias, misrepresentation or dilution of the general public confidence that our cities recently announced the Australasian launch the expected certification process. are being built with environmentally and of a certification scheme that will dramatically Australians and New Zealanders will ethically sourced steel. improve buyers’ ability to source high quality, now be able to determine with confidence “Global demand for sustainable steel is ethically and sustainably produced steel for the sustainability performance of the steel growing in line with increasing public and construction across Australasia. The Scheme procured. government demand. Many Australian will ensure that the public knows that steel Australian and international steel and New Zealand government projects are installed in their homes, high rise commercial producers are working hard to reduce demanding it.” and residential buildings and across their emissions – around 7% of global CO2 Commenting on the partnership with ACRS, Australasian infrastructure meets the highest emissions are generated by the industry. The Lee Brankley, CEO of CARES said the launch global standards. SCS Scheme will help steel producers and of CARES’ SCS scheme into the Australasian ACRS has partnered with the leading processors measure, monitor and improve markets represented a “real turning point” for international construction steel certification the sustainability performance of their the industry authority, CARES, to introduce its market products and will strengthen industry efforts leading Sustainable Constructional Steels already underway to combat greenhouse gas Certification Scheme into the Australasian emissions. markets – to be known as the SCS Scheme As construction will play a major role in (‘SCS’ or the ‘SCS Scheme’). The Scheme post-pandemic economic recovery across ensures that construction steel entering Australia and New Zealand, this Scheme Australia and New Zealand from anywhere will help building designers, specifiers and in the world meets the highest global customers make informed decisions about the environmental, social and ethical standards, materials they are buying. using independent certification of ESG criteria Commenting on the Australasian launch and performance indicators. of the SCS Scheme, Philip Sanders, CEO of Despite Australia and New Zealand ACRS, said: importing significant volumes of steel to “This is an important development not meet expanding building and infrastructure just for the Australasian steel industry needs, many existing sustainability schemes but for the general public. We all look at fail to provide adequate, independent vehicle emissions and ethically produced verification of the supplier's claims regarding clothing but how about the steel that the sustainability of the materials supplied holds up our infrastructure and buildings? to consumers. There is rapidly increasing This internationally recognised, best- 18 Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2021
ACRS FEATURE
“Recent events have confirmed, more than
ever, how important it is to build confidence
in the provenance of safety critical products,
like steel, entering the construction supply
chain. CARES is proud of its long track record
in operating an SCS scheme which has gained
global recognition and the partnership launched
today with ACRS is a real turning point for the
sector in Australia and New Zealand.”
Mr Brankley said CARES, based out of the
UK, has grown its reach globally as more
manufacturers and clients have sought to lock
in the confidence that comes from verified,
independent, third-party scrutiny:
“Whether it is constructors, their
consultants or consumers, all our stakeholders
are entitled to know the full story behind the production and life cycle emissions data
products they are choosing to rely on for a supports the development of the products
secure, sustainable future.” carbon footprint and Environmental Product
Declarations – prerequisites of the scheme.
SCHEME PROVIDES A CLEAR PUBLIC This enables accurate data, for example
BENEFIT the Global Warming Potential, per tonne of
The Scheme’s supplier mapping evaluation product, to be easily accessed by designers
and management systems requirements and specifiers. On product bar marking
provide insights into labour conditions and digital product labelling allow 100%
and human rights risks in sourcing and traceability on all verified products from
production. The Scheme aligns to the UN manufacture to site.
convened Sustainable Development Goals
- ‘The Global Goals’ - and measures and SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL TRADE
monitors a comprehensive range of criteria AND COMMERCE
through the global supply chain, including The Scheme already certifies over 40
ethical business practices; modern slavery, producers and suppliers in 13 countries.
human rights and labour conditions; Products certified under the Scheme are
environmental impacts (including circular approved inputs for a range of international
economy and climate change); fair supplier building and infrastructure rating systems.
treatment and the socio-economic impacts It is currently seeking recognition from the
of the steel value chain. Green Building Council of Australia and
Raw material and transport data is compatible with the recently released
combined with independently verified Responsible Steel Standard.
Construction Engineering Australia • Apr/May 2021 19ACRS FEATURE
The UK’s Building Research Establishment best practice standards for environment,
Environmental Assessment Method (BREEAM) safety and trade through their supply chains.”
recognises the Scheme as a ‘responsible
sourcing certification scheme’; with the BENEFITS FOR FIRMS SEEKING SCS
US LEED building rating system and the CERTIFICATION
Hong Kong CIC scheme also recognising its With the introduction of SCS certification,
Environmental Product Declarations (EPD). product conformity, traceability, and
sustainability certification will all now be
HELPING TO ACCELERATE THE available through ACRS. Firms seeking
ONGOING TRANSITION TO AN both independent premium product and
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY sustainability certification can now do so
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY through one certification body.
The Scheme assesses producers The independence and rigour that ACRS
annually against benchmark sustainability is renowned for in Australia and New
performance, assisting the better performing Zealand will help achieve the desired quality,
producers independently verify environmental environmental and socially responsible
and social performance of their product and outcomes across the construction industry.
its production processes. The SCS certification scheme covers
Utilising a Rosette Rating System, credits steelmaking (billets, blooms), production
are awarded to recognise and incentivise of intermediate materials (e.g. wire rod,
levels of performance exceeding mandatory slabs) and finished materials (e.g. steel bar/
levels, enabling organisations to better coil and structural steels), and fabricated
understand and plan a ‘transition pathway’ materials (mesh, processed bar and welded
from current performance levels to an fabrication). The Scheme is compatible with
aspirational ‘sustainable’ steel production ACRS’ traceability provisions in ACRS “Stage
represented by a ‘4 Rosette Rating’. This 1” (Manufactured Product) and “Stage 2”
rating requires zero emission steel production, (Fabricated Product) certification plus the
responsible sourcing, good safety record, Traceability scheme for traders and distributors.
sustainably produced and processed ACRS is the sole certification body in
constructional steel, with a digital record. Australasia for delivery of CARES’ SCS, the
For steel specifiers and procurement internationally recognised scheme that is
teams, the Scheme’s easy to access producer compatible with ACRS’ existing certification
performance data and information allows schemes and meets local market needs.
them to more easily and accurately assess
and demonstrate the expected certification
requirements of the leading construction firms ABOUT ACRS
and government. Founded in 2001, the Australasian Certification
Ryan Alexiou, a regional environmental Authority for Reinforcing Steels (ACRS) is
Australasia’s leading, not-for-profit, independent
manager at Multiplex, said: “Governments, steel certification authority. ACRS provides
clients and the community expect the the most technically-rigorous, internationally-
construction industry to operate and build aligned, independent steel certification scheme
to Australian and New Zealand Standards. It has
in an ethical and sustainable way. The audited and certified over 100 suppliers from
SCS Scheme will help suppliers not only more than 24 countries to Australian and New
Zealand Standards.
demonstrate high quality products, but also
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