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Engineering Solutions Limited is a local business on the move—quite literally. Recently they purchased Gray Engineering, a firm with a 45-year history in the region and have shifted all operations to its premises. So, you’ll now find Engineering

Solutions at its new home, at 20 Watson Steet in Ashburton. WORDS BY BRETT HALDANE, IMAGES PROVIDED BY ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS

Director Luke Maginness is excited about the business’ expansion. “Gray Engineering was well known for its heavy rollers, grain augers, and spiral welded piping. So, the acquisition means our business is getting to know new customers and now has a wider range of products to offer our existing clients.” Luke owns the business with Hayden Bonnington, and they work alongside a growing and skilled team. Hayden is a qualified fabrication engineer, while Luke is qualified in maintenance and diagnostics a well as machining and toolmaking— so between them they bring to the table different, yet complementary expertise and experience. “It didn’t take long for us to work out we should be in business together—it’s a great fit” says Luke. Gray Engineering Solutions’ workshop is fully equipped with welding, fabrication and machining capabilities, allowing them to take their customer’s specification through to component design and project completion. They also offer onsite engineering services, from repairs and breakdowns to preventative maintenance, or the installation of new equipment. It’s a full offer that Luke attributes to the business’ success. “We’re really a one stop shop these days, it’s convenient for our customers, and it means we can offer cost effective engineering solutions too.” Gray Engineering Solutions currently services four major Canterbury irrigation schemes, and recently have been intimately involved in the $17 million fish screen project for New Zealand’s biggest irrigation scheme – a 67km long race with intake and discharge along the Rangitata River. Luke explains that the gates were needed to ensure native, or sports fish were prevented from being caught in the race. “We were approached to oversee the installation of the fish screens and were only too happy to play a part in this important Mid Canterbury project.” Demand for solutions involves their team in a variety of other sectors too. The business can engineer structural beams for commercial projects, or produce stairwells or custom balustrades for residential builds, however, perhaps it’s their work in dairy that best demonstrates Gray Engineering Solution’s versatility. Whether it’s a repair, a new yard, an upgrade or work in and around dairy sheds, the company has the South Island covered—and they’re well connected with local builders. Their experienced team can help with advice on platform design or layout and provide proven solutions for top gates and rotary backing gates—including a solar option to lower energy costs and eliminate loose cables in the yard. Through collaboration with farmers, several unique products have been developed over time. A good example is Gray Engineering Solution’s cow handling unit, designed for strength and safety, it’s a cost-effective solution for animal care. Luke’s proud of the team’s innovative achievements, also mentioning Gray Engineering Solution’s pivot gate design. “We have a deer gate system for pivot and lateral irrigators. They’re spring loaded so open when an irrigator drives through them, and we fit each irrigator span’s wheel sets with guide fenders”. It’s well worth noting that the business is a pump specialist too. While they act as local agents for Southern Cross and Onga Pumps, Luke is quick to point out that they can source or service almost any pump. “Our staff are well trained, from pump install to bearing and seal replacement, and we also offer vibration analysis within a maintenance programme”. Gray Engineering Solutions Limited accepts Ruralco Card, so for members this unlocks a range of specialities in dairy, pumping, machining, and general engineering. The business’ website is an excellent show case of capability. Visit your local engineering company at their new location on Watson Street.

THIS PROMOTIONAL FEATURE WAS PROVIDED BY GRAY ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS

ABOVE: Gray Engineering Solutions owners Luke Maginness and Hayden Bonnington work alongside a growing and skilled team BELOW: The Gray Engineering Solutions workshop is fully equipped with welding, fabrication and machining capabilities

Gray Engineering Solutions 20 Watson Street, Ashburton Tel 03 308 8335 luke@engsolutions.co.nz www.engsolutions.co.nz UP TO 10% DISCOUNT with your Ruralco Card