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Chch building boom shows no signs of slowing Hugh de Lacy It may well have plateaued, perhaps even eased a bit since Christmas, but the $40 billion postearthquake construction boom in Christchurch continues unabated, and will do so for a while yet.

Evidenced by the addition of 11,900 jobs to the Canterbury regional construction sector in the 12 months to March this year, and by continuing robust sales of light commercial vehicles, the demolish-and-rebuild programme that followed the 2010-2011 earthquakes is in full swing.

John Ombler, the acting chief executive of the Christchurch Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA), said that there may even be further growth.

“The forecasts tell us that we can expect peak activity in construction through to about 2017, before an easing expected in 2018,” Ombler told Business South.

There were, however, variations in the level of activity of the various construction sectors.

“For example, EQC’s (the Earthquake Commission’s) Canterbury home repair programme is largely complete [but] at the same time there is still considerable repair and rebuild happening, and a huge amount of public sector work still in the pipeline.”

This included schools, tertiary institutions, health facilities like Christchurch Hospital, the Metro Sports Facility and the East Frame residential neighbourhood.

“We’ve had the opening of Christchurch’s new $53 million Bus Interchange, and work on the Justice and Emergency Precinct is well progressed.”

Ombler said that overall building consent figures are on “a steady upward trend that we have seen every year since 2012”.

He noted that SCIRT, the Stronger Christchurch Infrastructure Rebuild Team of leading contractors charged with the rebuild of the city’s horizontal infrastructure, is 70% of the way through its programme.

“Indicators such as economic growth and employment continue to show Canterbury leading the performance of major centres in New Zealand,” Ombler said.

Backing up his positive outlook is the light commercial vehicle market, where sales have been “staggering,” according to David Crawford, the chief executive of the Motor Industry Association of New Zealand.

Canterbury is at the forefront of nationwide sales that have gone up 14% in the year to date, after rising 25% in 2013 and 19% in 2014.

Crawford told Business South that luxury vehicle sales, the lead indicator of demand changes for new vehicles - which forewarned of the 2008 Global Financial Crisis by slumping 12 months before it, and afterwards began to recover about 10 months before the rest of the market - were still going strong, up “very slightly” this year compared to last.

Further, Dion Jones, the general manager of Turners Auctions, the country’s biggest motor vehicle auction house, said repossessions and arrears in the light commercial sector were “as low as they’ve ever been,” despite companies “discounting the pants” off new vehicles to encourage buyers to ante up the extra couple of thousand dollars for a new rather than a used one.

Brian Warren, the chief executive of Christchurch’s Isaac Construction, said he had noted a drop-off in demand earlier in the year, “but it’s not as if it’s come to the top of a steep curve and dropped off the other side in a steep curve either”.

Creating the vibe....

Patrons unwind at the Vespa Bar in Christchurch’s historic Bonnington House. The building, which was restored by KPI Group in 2007, has recently reopened following damage incurred in the 2011 earthquake.

It’s one of many central city projects completed by KPI Rothschild, which was also responsible for the high profile Stranges Lane

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development. KPI’s Shaun Stockman says they are passionate about playing their part in reinvigorating the central city.

“The vibe is definitely coming back to Christchurch which is why we are committed to rebuilding. Things can only continue to get better and better.”

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A renovated heritage building at 144 Lichfield St central Christchurch is the new home of an innovation hub.

The property is owned by Kent Properties whose shareholders include Paul and Larissa Naylor of Auckland, and its directors is Patrick Fontein adjudicated bankrupt in 2010 over debts related to the failed Kensington Park development in Auckland.

Mr Naylor is also involved with Calder Stewart as an investor and/or developer in the adjacent Kathmandu and Vodafone buildings.

The “innovation hub” differs from the “technology hub” a block away in the Epic building because it is an “incubator” whereas the Epic hub is more for companies which have begun trading and are profitable or nearly so.

The city council-owned Canterbury Development Corporation was also involved in helping set up the innovation hub.

CDC duplicates and provides many of the services offered by the Ministry of Business innovation and Employment – including development grants.

CDC receives about $5 million in council funding annually and has about $6m invested in 12 startup technology companies, which it plans to roll into in a company called Powerhouse and list on NZX later this year or in 2016.

Alongside and to the rear of the innovation

“We are seeing a lack of secondary stock available for the next tier of tenants who aren’t able to occupy the new office space coming to market within the city....” hub building in Lichfield St are the Kathmandu and Vodafone buildings (already sold to private investors), both under construction.

Meanwhile, JLL agents have raised the issue of oversupply of office space as approximately 180,000sq m of new buildings is completed over the next 18 months or so.

The biggest problem is lack of secondary stock for tenants unprepared to pay relatively high rent for new offices. New prime rents within the Christchurch CBD have peaked at approximately $420/sqm for top locations, with average rentals for prime space ranging between $350/sqm to $400/ sqm (before operating expenses).

However, landlords developing buildings with high level of vacancy have begun incentivising and reducing effective rentals, JLL says.

Tenants have many options available and can negotiate terms. Car parking in central locations is currently priced between $55 and $85 per week and may continue to climb as tenant’s re-enter the CBD putting further pressure on car park supply.

“We are seeing a lack of secondary stock available for the next tier of tenants who aren’t able

to occupy the new office space coming to market within the city which is causing many to renew in the suburbs,” JLL says.

Vacancy is expected to peak at 15%.

“For tenants to return to the city we first need vacant space. This situation isn’t unprecedented as we have seen before in Auckland.”

Parking within the city is mainly limited to Wilsons parking on vacant sites however there are several parking buildings planned.

These include the Ngai Tahu’s (600 parks), Carter Group’s $140m The Crossing (630 parks), and Antony Gough’s $250m The Terrace development (400 parks).

The majority of the most centrally located 15 new office buildings are expected to be completed within the next 12 months with most having a level of pre-commitment.

Victoria St has led the way in terms of office supply with 25,000sqm already developed including retail, with low levels of vacancy.

Main projects within the city currently underway include the justice precinct, bus exchange, BNZ Centre, and innovation precinct.

Advisors see need for Top green rating for new information campaign city building Hugh de Lacy

Chris Hutching Christchurch’s new Warren & Mahoney-designed Awly building has achieved a 5-Green Star design rating.

It is the first building in the city postearthquakes to attain the Green Building Council rating.

Although there are dozens of new commercial buildings under construction few of them appear to have sought the green ratings, however all buildings have so called “green” features these days.

Some developers question whether many of the features in the green star ratings are appropriate for Christchurch – such as the complex water-saving features.

The Awly building is half-way built at 287293 Durham St opposite the historic Provincial Chambers on the site of the demolished Amuri Courts and URL House.

Among the building’s many sustainable features are a high-performance facade with solar-control glazing and tailored external shading, base isolated structure for greater seismic resilience, and a highly efficient air conditioning system.

The diagonal seismic bracing, which provides lateral stability, is also visible through the building facade.

Other features include a central courtyard with green spaces, maximum natural light, and efficient air-conditioning system using energy-saving EC fan coils, and LED lighting and occupancy sensors.

There has been one other Green Star rating issued in Christchurch since the earthquakes, when the Forte Building gained a 4 Green Star custom rating last year.

A professional financial advisors organisation is calling on the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and/or the Ministry of Business Innovation and Employment (MBIE) to run a publicity campaign making consumers aware of the advantages of getting advice from a member of the Financial Services Providers Register (FSPR).

Since July last year the FMA has culled 23 overseas-based companies from the register, and declined registration of 20 others, a move welcomed by the Professional Advisors Association (PAA).

PAA chief executive Rod Severn told Business North his organisation will “strongly push for a consumer campaign which puts the value of the advisor in front of [the public], rather than their getting a one-sided view”.

“The regulatory bodies have a role to play in letting the consumers know where they should be able to get quality advice, and that should come from an authorised or registered financial advisor who’s done their training,” Severn said.

“We’re keen to see a raising of the bar around the education and learning and development of the financial advisor in New Zealand.

“We’re certainly pushing, as part of the FAA (Financial Advisors Act) review, to make sure all advisors are meeting a certain level of training and accreditation.”

Earlier this month the Minister of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Paul Goldsmith, announced the terms of reference for the upcoming review of the 2008 FA Act and the Financial Service Providers (Registration and Dispute Resolution) Act of the same year.

Goldsmith said at the time it was “important that we have the best regulatory system in place – one that facilitates quality financial advice and promotes confident and informed participation of businesses, investors and consumers.”

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Welcoming the five-yearly review which must be completed by July next year, Severn said there was a need for regulatory bodies to lead an information campaign.

“But there’s also very much a place for the [advisor] associations in New Zealand – and there are a number of them – to get the message out into the marketplace because that’s where the rubber meets the road, and they all have a very good story to tell.”

Severn said that making consumers and the wider industry aware of the financial advisors register was one of his organisation’s major planks.

New Zealand needed to protect its “overall good environment” for financial activity and to generate “a good level of confidence in the consumer to trust the advisor that’s out there” he said.

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High-tech hub hitting the mark Built to house Canterbury technology businesses which were displaced in the earthquakes, EPIC has proved to be an outstanding success for the city. Jo Bailey reports.

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s you might imagine in a high-tech campus, “The more we connect with like-minded EPIC’s bright, airy environs include colourful counterparts, and share information and communal spaces, cool artwork, a huge innovation, the more powerful we become as an coffee machine and a stack of toy Nerf guns. industry.”

Okay, the Nerf guns came as a bit of a surprise, This global outlook received a boost when and yes, says Henry Lane, EPIC Innovations last year, one of the EPIC founders, Wil McLellan Director of Global Networks, there have been (Lane’s former mentor turned business partner) full-on campus Nerf games in the Silicon Valleywas named the 17th New Zealander to receive inspired building. the highly competitive Eisenhower Fellowship, Fun and games are part of the culture at EPIC, a lifetime membership into a global network of (Enterprise Precinct and Innovation Campus), but leaders working towards Eisenhower’s values of more important is the active collaboration of the creating a more prosperous, peaceful and just 20-plus businesses who work every day in its world. striking, two-story building on Manchester Street.

“We’ve seen the value of the connections that “The cross-pollinating eco-system at the have already been made at EPIC. campus has fostered mutually beneficial “It’s about extending this out to the rest of the relationships that may never have formed before world.” the earthquakes. I’ve lost count of the number of EPIC has had no shortage of international projects our tenants have collaborated on.” attention already, with visits from global EPIC was one of the first disaster recovery heavyweights such as Google, The World Bank projects in and Silicon Valley Christchurch, investors, as opening in well as a range “The more we connect with likeOctober 2012 to of international house displaced delegations minded counterparts, and share Canterbury from various information and innovation, the more governments. technology businesses.

“For example powerful we become as an industry.”

It quickly filled venture capital to capacity with 20 firms find it much permanent tenant easier to come companies and around eight other technology to EPIC and reach up to 28 companies in one go, firms paying a monthly subscription to utilise the instead of having to visit each one individually,” ‘Epic Lounge’ and share the creative energy. says Lane “It’s a great environment. However the magic The idea behind EPIC came to McLellan doesn’t come from the building. It comes from (founder of several game development companies having a diverse group of tenants working to and national client engagement director of establish these collaborative relationships,” says Assurity) and fellow tech entrepreneur Colin Lane.

Andersen (managing director of IT consultancy All of the tenants fall into the high tech Effectus) while McLellan and Andersen’s category but cover a range of skill sets including businesses were displaced in the earthquake web, game and software development; business and ended up sharing space with other “refugee” consultancies, financial services, training and companies. research development.

“We were squeezed in together, working With the collaborative approach now well shoulder to shoulder. proven at EPIC, Lane says the directors are turning “It was a crazy time but there was also a their attention to its global potential, as they start real buzz happening as people from different to link with similar technology parks and business companies started to connect. hubs around the world and strengthen its networks “We were not property experts and had no land with other initiatives such as the Kiwi Landing Pad or money to put into the initiative but luckily the in Silicon Valley. idea soon attracted high level support,” says Lane.

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Henry Lane: “There is no reason why Christchurch couldn’t become the Silicon Valley of the Southern Hemisphere.”

Christchurch City Council granted rent-free use of the old Para Rubber site for five years (a low-cost lease was recently extended for a further seven years).

Funding for the building came from government grants and a $3.5m loan from Bank of New Zealand, which has naming rights and a small branch located onsite.

A host of other sponsors also got on board.

Among them was Weta Workshops which supplied large-scale colourful artworks for the interior walls, and former University of Canterbury graduate Craig Nevill-Manning (now a director of engineering at Google New York) who provided valuable support and insight into developing the culture at EPIC, and provided it with the mandatory coffee machine.

It is not just the tenants at EPIC who benefit from the development.

Hundreds of public events, speakers and meetings, including the Ministry of Awesome’s regular Coffee and Jam sessions have been held in the BNZ Lounge at EPIC since it was established.

McLellan and Andersen enlisted Lane and later Sam Ragnarsson to help develop EPIC into a world-class campus for technology businesses in the central city, where the collaborative momentum could continue to flourish.

The building now acts as a hub for a range of other initiatives such as the Code Club; digital accelerator Lightning Lab; and Start-Up Weekend Christchurch.

The future of EPIC’s current site in the Christchurch Innovation Precinct is still undecided as the building was originally developed as a temporary solution until more permanent premises could be found.

Lane says a second phase of Epic called Sigma with potential space for up to 1000 people has remained a project of interest to the group.

However to date, the directors have been unable to find the right piece of land and navigate the various obstacles to achieve it.

“We had a long list of interested companies in the second campus, including some international goliaths.

“However the central city is becoming very expensive which could make future rental unaffordable for small to medium sized businesses and start-ups.”

There is also the potential to “copy and paste” the EPIC template throughout New Zealand.

Lane says with the rapid evolution of the technology sector, there are exciting times ahead for Christchurch firms and tertiary graduates entering the industry.

“Innovation based firms will continue to play a crucial role in the region’s recovery as they help to drive economic growth and create high-value, exciting job opportunities.

“There is no reason why Christchurch couldn’t become the Silicon Valley of the Southern Hemisphere with the right support and business environment.”

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IRD - clamping down Business leader on the cash economy rejects criticism of tourism fund I nland Revenue has recently shown an increased commitment to ensure people comply with all of their tax obligations.

You may have seen or heard “the declare it all or risk everything” radio, newspaper and mobile adverts recently released to remind New Zealanders Don MacKenzie that not declaring income is illegal.

With the recent 2015 Budget announcement set to bolster Inland Revenue’s compliance budget by $74 million over the next five years, it is no surprise that there is an increased focus on reducing the its efforts to clamp down on the large number “hidden economy” that operates in New Zealand. of cash jobs being undertaken and to remind This consists of non-declared income including the public that they are illegal and will not go income earned through online trading forums like unpunished.

TradeMe, and cash job or “cashies” performed by Inland Revenue is getting increasingly trades people. sophisticated in its approach and may match data Watch out TradeMe traders! from many sources including loyalty programs to TradeMe has recently been identified as one of identify unexplained cash.

Inland Revenue’s focus areas.

While the campaign has initially focussed in It is important that people are aware that the Auckland area, Christchurch will likely be a TradeMe transactions are transparent as TradeMe prime target in the near future due to the increased is legally obliged to pass on information about trade activity related to the Canterbury Earthquake individual transactions and accounts to Inland rebuild.

Revenue.

Don’t forget about GST! Private sales on TradeMe from sellers wanting A person who falls into either of the categories to dispose of personal items no longer needed will above may also be required to account for goods usually not be subject to tax. and services tax (“GST”) of 15% on the value of However, if you the goods and services acquire goods with the provided. intention of reselling Generally, a person “Inland Revenue is getting must register for GST if them, trade with the increasingly sophisticated they carry on a “taxable intention of making a activity” and the Inland profit or your trading in its approach....”

Revenue turnover was constitutes being in over $60,000 for the “business”, then the last 12 months, or proceeds of sales will is expected to be over $60,000 for the next 12 usually be taxable. months.

It is difficult to determine exactly what A taxable activity is any activity undertaken constitutes a taxable trade, as some of the factors continuously or regularly by a business or trade. are subjective and are difficult to determine without This includes any person who supplied or who looking at the background of the transaction and intends to supply goods or services for money or the seller. some other compensation, but not necessarily for Inland Revenue investigators are likely to a profit. investigate particular markets and look at increased Even if a person has not registered for GST if the volumes of transactions which point to establishing above criteria are met that person will be deemed to a business or trading activity. Important factors are be a registered person and are liable to pay GST. the frequency and regularity of transactions.

Therefore if you are unsure of whether you fall Watch out tradies! into any of the categories above, it is advisable to Inland Revenue has also undertaken significant seek professional tax advice to ensure that you are efforts to reform the “cashies are ok” attitude in meeting all of your tax obligations and to minimise New Zealand. any penalties.

This can be seen in Inland Revenue’s new advertising campaigns recently released to expose cash transactions that commonly take place in Don MacKenzie is a specialist tax partner at trade circles. the Christchurch Office of Deloitte and can be This is the first time Inland Revenue has directly appealed to the public in this manner, which signals contacted on 03 363 3819.

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The Taxpayer’s Union ginger group has again accused the government of “corporate welfare”.

It’s an accusation vehemently rejected by Tourism Growth Partnership Fund chairman Jim Boult.

He says some ventures would never get off the ground without the grants.

The Taxpayer’s Union was griping over $350,000 of taxpayers’ money being given to Pukeroa Lakefront Holdings, a commercial arm of Ngati Whakaue, to build a spa complex in Rotorua.

But it seems many businesses don’t even know about the fund.

While attending the Trenz conference earlier this month, Mr Boult said in a speech there had been a lack of quality applications to the fund.

The Tourism Growth Partnership Fund has been allocated $8 million a year in government funding over four years.

Mr Boult told Business North one of the recipients of a $250,000 grant was for the Rotorua Skyline Mountain Bike Gravity Park.

He says it would not have happened without government assistance.

It had attracted a large number of people to Rotorua for an event that wouldn’t have taken place otherwise, he says.

“And there is now a permanent asset there that will provide payback for the industry and New Zealand in general.”

Mr Boult likes government seed funding to the way governments fund roads and bridges in recognition they are part of community infrastructure.

Mr Boult says his comments at the Trenz conference have boosted inquiry levels.

The fund administrators are evaluating several applications in the latest round under way.

The fund’s web site lists 12 recipients for the 2014 funding round. The average grant is $250,000 initially.

Ventures to receive funding include the Christchurch International Airport “Welcome China” programme to secure direct to the South Island from Guangdong ($275,000). The airport is two thirds owned by Christchurch City Council and one third by the Crown.

NZX-listed Auckland International Airports received $1.1 million over three years for “increasing the air connectivity out of Guangdong, China”.

Jim Boult

“... there is now a permanent asset there that will provide payback for the industry and New Zealand in general.”

The project involves developing a food and wine micro-site, and promotions.

Funding of $2 million was granted to private Canadian company Select Evolution NZ to develop the Christchurch Adventure Park on 315ha of forested land in the Port Hills, 5km from the centre of Christchurch. It will be the biggest downhill bike park in the Southern Hemisphere.

The fund’s “independent panel of experts” which allocates the money includes Mr Boult, Jennie Langley, who is a director of tourism-related companies including NZ Hotel Council, Steve Smith of Craggy Range Winery, Mike Simm who has been involved in various tourism bodies, and Courtney Johnston, director of the Dowse Art Museum.

The web site does not state how much the experts receive for their services Meanwhile, Taxpayers’ Union’s executive director Jordan Williams says the grants are “corporate welfare at its very worst”.

He says the grants allocate taxpayer money to industries and regions favoured by politicians.

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Bridge project progressing well Jo Bailey Technically challenging repair work is being carried out on the Moorhouse Overbridge whilst trying to minimise traffic disruption, says project manager Phil Owen, of Downer which is managing the works under SCIRT. “People seem pleasantly surprised as many thought Moorhouse would be a nightmare given it is a major arterial route,” says Owen.

“We have devised a methodology that will repair the bridge as quickly as possible, whilst keeping traffic flowing.

“All major disruptive works are completed on night closures to ensure the overbridge is operational for morning traffic.”

The overbridge was badly damaged in the February 2011 earthquake. Temporary cross bracing, installed as an emergency repair solution, will be eventually be superseded by the current major strengthening and repair works, which got underway in February.

The first part of the repair involved strengthening the concrete piers or columns, as well as the abutment walls and abutment kerbs on the overbridge.

This includes concrete “jackets” being constructed around the existing concrete columns and beams.

Specialist subcontractor Aquamax has been engaged since March to carry out hydro-blasting at the site, one of the key techniques being used during the project.

Jets of water at 40,000 psi are directed at the overbridge to give the existing concrete surfaces a key to have fresh concrete poured against them.

The process is also being used to remove some of the existing concrete on the bridge without damaging the existing reinforcement.

This needs to be exposed to enable reinforcement bars to be laced through the crosshead beams and kerbs to strengthen the bridge and tie the whole structure together.

Phil Owen says the hydro-blasting works are “highly dangerous” given the risks from noise, flying debris, and the process itself.

“These water blasting tools are very different to the ones hired to clean a deck.

“The guys have to wear full kevlar suits which are designed to be bullet proof, or in this case to protect the wearer from pieces of concrete bouncing at high speed.

“The operators need to be well trained to use this equipment and also wear visors which are replaced daily because of the amount of pressure on them.”

Specialised scaffold frames with plastic wrap and noise barriers are being used to completely contain and isolate this activity from the public and other trades, with everyone on site briefed daily about where the “exclusion zone” is being set up on that day.

Subcontractor Hunter Civil has also developed other innovative solutions, particularly when

SCIRT’s Phil Owen, left, and Dean Bennett checking cracks in the Moorhouse Overbridge. it comes to pouring new concrete around the columns.

“Normally this would be a routine task but with zero headroom and very slender column pours we have had to use self-compacting concrete, which is more liquid, and pressure pump it into the bases of the formwork.”

As the concrete is pressured in from the bottom of the column it rises to the top, filling every area on the way up.

“By the end of May we had completed two columns very successfully. Both had a perfect finish and required no remedial work.”

One of the biggest challenges of the project has been installing steel brackets as part of the strengthening work, which hang from a tie bolt

“The guys have to wear full kevlar suits which are designed to be bullet proof, or in this case to protect the wearer from pieces of concrete bouncing at high speed.”

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cored through the original beam, he says.

“The original beam is reinforced with posttensioned cables and it is critical that these aren’t damaged when the holes are drilled, as the structural integrity of the bridge would be compromised.”

Hunter Civil also devised an innovative methodology that eliminates the risk of striking a cable by using a ferroscanner that can be calibrated to read cable depths and a systematic number of pilot holes.

Once the bridge has been sufficiently strengthened, temporary supports will be installed on either side of the cross bracing so the temporary

steel can be removed and the columns demolished and rebuilt to new larger dimensions, with the crosshead beam then extended downwards by 600mm.

With between 20 and 40 people on site at any one time during different stages of the project, and the need to keep the overbridge open during the 20 month programme, there are plenty of challenges ahead for the Downer’s team.

However Owen remains upbeat about the progress.

“We are very happy with how the project is running and expect it to be completed on schedule

by October 2016.”

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CHCH REBUILD » KPI Rothschild Property Group

July 2015 Business South

Christchurch’s historic Bonnington House building, which was restored by KPI Group in 2007, has been repaired and reopened following damage in the 2011 earthquake.

Committed to developing inner city Jo Bailey The strengthening and refurbishment of Kensington House has been a labour of love for Christchurch property investors KPI Rothschild Property Group.

Managing Director Shaun Stockman says Kensington House on Manchester Street housed the group’s first permanent offices and was among its first commercial investments in Christchurch.

“There is definitely a bit of emotion tied to this building, coupled with the fact we lost so many of our other heritage buildings in the earthquakes,” says Stockman.

“We are now well into the process of rebuilding on some of the original sites with a number of our rebuilds completed including the high profile Westende House which has been acquired by CCDU for the Eastern frame,”he says ’ “Other buildings that could be saved have been repaired.”

Although insurers deemed Kensington House uneconomic to repair, the group decided to commit to returning the two-storey 1930’s Art Deco building to its former glory.

Stockman says it was originally designed as a four storey building, but construction stopped at two floors during the Great Depression.

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The original stairwell has been restored, with the building strengthened up to 100 percent of the New Building Standard.

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Four of the six office spaces upstairs have already been leased.

Stockman says the project has progressed well, with no unexpected setbacks outside the usual challenges of working on an older building.

KPI Rothschild was formed in 2001 to acquire and hold commercial property for long-term investment, offering retail, office, hospitality and industrial space for lease.

The group, owned by Stockman and fellow directors, brothers Dean and Grant Marshall, currently oversees more than 30 commercial properties in Christchurch and Timaru.

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KPI Rothschild was responsible for the high profile Stranges Lane development in central Christchurch which has picked up numerous awards including a Civic Trust award from the Christchurch Civic Trust and the first future heritage award from the Christchurch Heritage Trust.

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Committed to the inner city • from page 6 These range from fully restored heritage listed buildings, to modern new builds.

A range of entities are operated by the directors under the KPI Rothschild umbrella – KPI Group Holdings, RGA Group Holdings, City Group Holdings; Stockman Group; Claxton Investments; and Fernco Investments - which have, or are undertaking, a number of exciting projects.

The developers were responsible for the high profile Stranges Lane development in the central city which has already picked up a Civic Trust award from the Christchurch Civic Trust and the first future heritage award from the Christchurch Heritage Trust.

“The development also received an NZIA award for the project’s architects, and has just received a certificate of merit at the Property Council awards.

“It made no commercial sense to build the Stranges Lane development knowing it would now owe us $4 million more than its market valuation, but it wasn’t about the money, it was about creating something special and unique.”

In 2007 Matthew Stockman Builders for KPI Group strengthened and restored the historic Bonnington House, adjacent to Stranges Lane, which now houses Vespa bar, the group’s own

offices, and more shared office space.

“This project received a Civic Trust award for the 2007 restoration and latterly a Seismic Finalist award from the Christchurch Heritage Trust for the 2013 repair.”

In the 2011 Canterbury Earthquakes the building was damaged caused mostly by the original Stranges building collapsing on it.

“We are very happy to have Bonnington House restored and running again.

“It is home to a lot of small to medium businesses that create a vibrant and creative working environment resulting in a waiting list for its small office tenancies.”

Stockman Group is currently developing 237 Kilmore Street, a new build nearing completion that will house a restaurant with courtyard, hairdresser, and offices.

Stockman is also carrying out refurbishment work on the former WINZ building on the corner of Linwood and Cashel Streets (which is being split into four tenancies); and the old Westpac building in Barrington where work is due to get underway soon.

KPI Group also has interests in Timaru, where it owns and has restored most of the historic Royal Arcade, home to unique hospitality, service and retail stores.

The restored Bonnington House, adjacent to Stranges Lane, which now houses Vespa Bar.

Helping create ‘a great vibe” Local investor Shaun Stockman says being part of vibrant, thriving city was the driving force behind KPI Rothschild Property Group’s decision to “put its money where its mouth is”.

The group, owned by Stockman and brothers Dean and Grant Marshall is rebuilding and repairing some of its earthquake damaged commercial buildings in the city centre, and has purchased others in Christchurch with insurance settlements.

“Living working and playing centrally creates a great vibe, and that’s what we’re really looking forward to as the rebuild continues.”

KPI’s commercial portfolio typically combine office, retail and hospitality spaces and includes many historic buildings.

Stockman has come out in support of CCDU’s Live Central campaign which aims to encourage inner city living and has a target of 20,000 residents in central Christchurch by 2024.

The campaign website sets out all the options on offer which include CERA’s planned 14 hectare North and East Frame; the government-sponsored Demonstration Village,

and also private developers’ apartment projects.

Existing apartments are already for sale in low-rise complexes in many locations just outside the Frame, as well as a few inside the Frame such as those above the Rendezvous Hotel.

“The heart of any city is its people, and living centrally is a great way to really connect with others.”

He is also happy with the recent decision

by Christchurch City Council to repair and restore the Town Hall.

“It would have been a mistake to wipe out the Town Heritage. It is our heritage and culture and is irreplaceable in my view.”

Stockman says the rebuilt city will be better than ever before and while it is exciting seeing new developments coming to life, some people are still not aware of how things are changing.

“It’s a shame there are still people who have not been back to the central city to see what’s happening.

“The new city is a playground and the perfect place for an easy care lifestyle. People need to get back in and have a look.”

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DEVELOPMENT » Ramada Suites

July 2015 Business South

Ramada brand comes to the South Jo Bailey The Ramada hotel brand is strengthening its position in the New Zealand market, with the opening of Ramada Suites Tuam Street in Christchurch, and a second development Ramada Hotel & Suites Remarkables under construction in Queenstown.

Robert Neil, of developers Auckland-based Safari Group, says the firm has enjoyed working with Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company, on the projects.

“We are pleased to bring the contemporary Ramada Suites brand to the South Island. They are exciting projects both for the hotel industry, and wider economy.”

The 44-apartment, fully managed boutique style Ramada Suites Tuam Street has a mix of studios and one and two bedroom apartments, as well as an onsite Columbus Café.

Rob Neil says the earthquakes significantly delayed the project, which had been planned for some time.

“Once we did get going however, it was built in record time.

“We’re very happy with what we’ve produced and the uptake from investors has been very good, with around 18 of the 44 apartments remaining available for sale.”

The Ramada development at Remarkables Park in Queenstown is due for completion around May 2016 and will offer hotel style studio, one, two and three bedroom serviced apartments, with full kitchens and laundry facilities.

The complex will also house a restaurant/cafe and gym, along with eight boutique retail stores and 400 square meters of office space.

Neil says there has already been a “massive uptake” from investors, with around 80 percent of the hotel units already sold.

“We’re extremely happy with the development with construction now well underway and we are looking to release the retail and office for tenant registration of interest in the coming weeks of

The Ramada Suites Tuam Street has a mix of studios and one- and two-bedroom apartments, as well as an onsite Columbus Cafe.

which we’ve already had strong interest from prospective tenants.”

Neil says the recent snow in Queenstown was a novelty for Safari’s Auckland based Project Management team working on the project.

“They’re different conditions but the team is enjoying themselves.

‘We have also established a good working

relationship with Remarkables Park owners the Porter Family and their team and are looking at one or two other projects in Queenstown in coming months. We also enjoyed the Christchurch experience and may return there to build something a little different.”

Ben Trotter, managing director of consultants BT Group which will eventually manage the

operation of the both hotels on behalf of the franchisee owners of the hotel business, Marsden Asset Management, says the Christchurch staff “hit the ground running” when it opened during the Cricket World Cup earlier this year.

“It was a bit of a shock but our team handled the challenges very well. Typically, a new hotel

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Trotter says the Ramada brand is pleased to be part of the Christchurch landscape.

“It’s good to be able to contribute to the regional economy, play a part in attracting people to the city, and employ local people.”

The new hotels join a global Ramada network of nearly 830 hotels situated in around 50 countries.

Christchurch was the third Ramada to open in New Zealand, with other hotels located in Paihia, Bay of Islands, and Orewa, Auckland.

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“This exciting development is literally a five-minute walk from the airport, so can cater to visitors flying in and out of Queenstown, and also the longer stay market for people who want to take advantage of all that Remarkables Park has to offer.”

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DEVELOPMENT » Michael Wyatt Architecture

July 2015 Business South

Taking shape: the new base building at the Remarkables Ski Area is a stunning contemporary building.

Stunning building matches setting Jo Bailey Queenstown architect Michael Wyatt says the striking new $20 million base building at the Remarkables Ski Area is not extravagant, but it “ranks up there” among his best designs over the last 35 years.

“It is essentially a bare bones building with a modest use of materials and no lavish finishes,” says Wyatt. “The excitement is generated by the building’s interesting triangular shape which is created by diagonal columns around the deck area, and angled windows which have been aligned to make the most of some dramatic views.”

The simple materials used in the design include matching Kingspan panels on the roof and walls, which Wyatt says gives the base building the appearance of being “carved out of a solid block of cheese”.

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“Anyone interested in structure will be able to figure out how it’s all held together.”

Wyatt doubts the building’s contemporary, triangular appearance would have been accepted back in 1980 when he established his awardwinning practice, Michael Wyatt Architecture which has worked on many high profile residential and commercial projects in the region.

“Back then the base building would probably have had to look like a traditional Swiss wooden ski lodge.

“However, as a result of magazine and television programmes about design, people are more openminded about different building shapes.

“These days we are able to design more sensibly to fit the way we do things in New Zealand and the materials we use.”

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“The excitement is generated by the building’s interesting triangular shape which is created by diagonal columns around the deck area, and angled windows which have been aligned to make the most of some dramatic views.” affords impressive views of the ski field, ski lift, and across the saddle towards Doolans Basin Visitors to the ski area building will enter the first floor of the three-level structure, where they will be able to access a range of services such as ticketing, rentals, guest services, lockers, retail and toilets.

The upstairs levels feature expansive restaurant/ cafe/bar facilities, which are surrounded on three sides by a huge electrically heated deck, which provides extra capacity and access to the learners’ slope and ski lift.

“The decks played a big part in how the building was conceived as they almost double its seating capacity and provide critical shelter against the elements,” says Wyatt.

“The Remarkables Ski Area is at a higher altitude than Queenstown’s Coronet Peak so tends to get more fickle winds that duck and dive around the valley.

“The deck arrangement on three sides means there is always a sheltered area for people to sit and enjoy the outdoors, especially in the warmer parts of the season.”

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The main kitchen in the hospitality area is situated in the centre of the space with the rest of the interior broken up into zones, including service and seating areas, and some smaller, more intimate spaces.

“This will be quite a lively area, with the use of warm and inviting colours and materials, and graphics on the walls.”

The building’s service areas including vehicle access have been kept deliberately separate from the public areas.

Wyatt says some of the smallest details on the structure follow the triangular theme, including the chimney, and “shark fin” exit service ducts on the roof.

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base building seven years ago, says he had more freedom with the Remarkables project.

“The Coronet Peak building had to be integrated with part of the existing structure and buildings,” he says.

“However we started with a completely clean sheet of paper on the Remarkables design.”

He enjoyed the “evolutionary process” as he and the client worked on several designs before settling on the final draft.

“I believe we’ve struck the right balance, with a building that will service the needs of the ski field for a long time into the future.

“It was great to have the opportunity to design, what I think is one of my more interesting buildings.”

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DEVELOPMENT WEST COAST » 2015 Business Excellence Awards

July 2015 Business South

Celebrating the ‘Best of the West’ Karen Phelps The popularity - and competitiveness - of the West Coast Leading Lights Business Excellence Awards continues to grow.

This year was the fourth year the awards have been held, with more than 27 businesses entering.

Helen Wilson, business development manager from Development West Coast which organised this year’s awards, says that businesses are getting increasingly competitive “With the high calibre of entries we get each year people are realising that they have to put a lot of effort into their entry and be focused on their innovation and their point of difference,” she says.

This year Wilson says judges were not only looking for brilliant businesses but those that were taking a strategic approach to their business.

She says the winner of the supreme Greymouth Star Surpernova award, Holcim Cement Westport Works, was a good example.

“Holcim was an interesting entry as the Westport business is facing closure, not because the business is not doing well, but because Holcim are making changes internationally.”

“But Holcim Westport’s entry couldn’t be faulted - it’s a brilliant business and is managed effectively through sound leadership.

Holcim Westport also won both the Greymouth Star Super Nova Award and the Duncan Cotterill Enterprise 30+ Award.

“Holcim’s Westport base contributes to the local community and has good workplace safety policies and a brilliant environmental policy that really impressed the judges.”

This year a new Environmental Award was added to the mix sponsored by the Department of Conservation and won on the night by the West Coast Penguin Trust.

The two other finalists Scenic Hotel Franz Josef and Simpson Residential Ltd also demonstrated clear inbuilt environmental policies into the daily running of their businesses, says Wilson.

Other winners included Simpson Residential won the Crombie Lockwood Trades/ Manufacturing/Primary Producer Award and the

Supreme winners Staff and Management from Holcim Cement – Westport Works accept the Greymouth Star Super Nova Award.

ACC Workplace Safety Award Small/Medium Business and Momentoes New Zealand and Momentoes International which won the Leading Professional Service Cateogry.

Wilson says overall the awards are continuing to prosper.

The West Coast was one of the last regions in the country to have its own business awards and Wilson says there was initially some resistance to the concept as businesses “preferred not to blow their own trumpets”.

Holcim Westport works with DOC on coastal environmental programmes.

“Holcim’s Westport base contributes to the local community and has good workplace safety policies and a brilliant environmental policy that really impressed the judges.”

However she says the concept has caught on with businesses realising the benefits of entering.

“Winning is not everything. Businesses gain a lot from reviewing their business as part of the entry process,” she says.

“It demonstrates that the business is professional and organised and has the systems in place to put together their entry.

“And of course if they make it to the finals or win an award the exposure is priceless.”

Other tangible benefits include the opportunity for businesses to identify core strengths and competitive advantages as well as areas that may benefit from more focus in the future, networking opportunities with other business leaders and professionals and a positive effect on staff morale.

“It gives people a real sense of pride to get dressed up and come along to the awards.”

CEO of Development West Coast Joseph Thomas says that there will be a number of key challenges facing the region as it moves forward with the recent announcements of job losses from companies such as Solid Energy, OceanaGold and Sicon Ferguson.

“These jobs are not easily replaceable and in the short term it will obviously have an effect on the local economy. But there are also a number of successful businesses based on the West

Coast, which are growing. There are opportunities and we need to focus on those. Innovation and diversification will be the keys to moving forward into the future,” he believes.

He points to industries such as tourism, which is increasing, and opportunities as a result of advances in technology and communication.

“For example one of our winners Momentoes uses the internet to run a business making three dimensional foot and hand casts from Hokitika.

They have franchises in other parts of the world and supply product internationally.”

Development West Coast is working on a proposed regional economic development agency in partnership with the West Coast Regional Council and the three West Coast district Councils. This agency will be tasked with increasing job numbers, population, GDP and exports on the West Coast.

Thomas says that it would enable various industry bodies to jointly tackle the issues the region is facing:- “It will be about key stakeholders working together collaboratively to produce outcomes for the benefit of the region. The West Coast has a lot of possibilities and working together I believe is the best way to realise these.”

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DEVELOPMENT WEST COAST » Simpson Residential Construction

July 2015 Business South

Awards cap great year for Coast firm Jo Bailey The team at Simpson Residential was “rapt” to win two awards at the 2015 West Coast Leading Light Business Excellence Awards, says director Hayden Simpson.

“I was a bit of an optimist and hoped we would win. However we were up against some much bigger companies. It was a great achievement.”

Simpson Residential won the Crombie Lockwood Trades/Manufacturing/Primary Producer Award and the ACC Workplace Safety Award Small/ Medium Business.

The firm has undergone quite a transformation in the last year, since Simpson decided to come off the tools and focus on his goal to develop the firm as the West Coast’s most preferred building company. He enlisted a business and marketing adviser, and together, they identified a need to improve the financial running of the business.

Now every job is back-costed, and clients are provided with a more in depth quotation to ensure all overheads and inflationary pricing is included.

“We were afraid to do this in the beginning as we thought we might lose business. However the new approach has seen us busier than ever, with our staff numbers doubling to meet the demand.”

The firm now employs nine builders and an office manager, under Simpson’s direction.

He says it was hard to make the transition to a management role in the beginning but once he saw the benefits, “things changed really quickly”.

Employing quality builders with versatile skills has been a key, he says.

“We don’t have a lot of subbies as we have the capability on the team to do almost everything ourselves, including concrete work and roofing.

We’ve also introduced a small scaffold hire operation.”

Simpson Residential services the Westland and Grey Districts, building new homes, renovations, alterations, insurance repairs and farm sheds.

The firm recently rebranded to Simpson Residential, so it was rather ironic its first project under the new name was a light commercial job, constructing Hokitika’s new Subway outlet.

“It was a great job for us as Subway was the first fast food outlet to come to town. Everyone was buzzing about it.”

Simpson says the introduction of two management tools has also changed the company culture and the way it conducts its business.

“We’ve started using Co Construct, a project management system that gives our clients online access to the project and all the builders, sub-

Simpson Residential services the Westland and Grey Districts, building new homes, renovations, alterations, as well as insurance repairs and farm sheds. contractors and inspectors right throughout the building process. All project information is stored in one place and can be accessed any time.”

The firm’s builders have apps on their phones, allowing them to post information and regularly upload progress shots.

Clients can ask questions or make changes in real time, and get a quick answer, says Simpson.

“We’re getting great feedback from clients, particularly those who live out of town, as they can be so much more involved.”

The firm has also taken “big steps forward” when it comes to health and safety with the introduction of HazardCo, which helps it to develop site specific health and safety plans for each job.

“We don’t have a lot of subbies as we have the capability on the team to do almost everything ourselves, including concrete work and roofing.”

These are recorded in an online system and discussed at regular toolbox meetings.

“The West Coast has been a bit blasé about health and safety requirements but we’re very focused on it, supplying scaffold, fall protection, onsite toilets, and hazard identification signs for each job. It’s important to do things right.”

For a company that didn’t even have a website a year ago, Simpson Residential is rapidly achieving its goals, with the awards topping off a successful 12 months.

“We’re very happy to with how things are going and winning the awards was awesome as its given us a lot more exposure on the West Coast.”

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High-tech firm gains market profile Jo Bailey Position Partners is establishing itself in the New Zealand market with a range of high-tech position and machine control solutions for the surveying, civil engineering, mining and construction sectors.

The longstanding Australian-based firm opened an office in Christchurch a year ago, with its New Zealand operations headed by Jamie Nelson, a Cantabrian who worked for the company as a machine systems specialist in Perth for two-and-ahalf years prior to taking on the role.

“I always intended to return to New Zealand, so it was a great opportunity to lead the new operation.”

He says Position Partners is gaining traction in the local market with some big contracts underway and exciting opportunities in the pipeline with some large customers.

“It takes time to build relationships but we are pleased with our progress.”

The firm offers sales, hire and training across a broad range of innovative, high-tech product solutions that can be customised into packages specific to each clients’ needs.

These include everything from mobile mapping and scanning solutions, to ground penetrating radar (GPR), unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and machine control systems.

“Our products are all about making clients’ work easier, faster and safer, as well as helping to improve their bottom line.

“We believe we are the only company in Australia, South East Asia, and now New Zealand, to deliver the level of product diversity, expertise and product knowledge we can offer.”

All of Position Partners’ products are backed by the company’s manufacturer-trained technicians, who also provide training when required.

Nelson says the firm’s primary focus is on the surveying, construction, civil and mining sectors, in which it has established strong markets in Australia over the last 20 years.

“We work with one-man bands right through to multi-national corporations, including many major international surveying and consultancy companies.”

One happy New Zealand customer is surveyor Jared Reeves, who invested in a Sirius RTK Pro UAV by MAVinci from Position Partners to start his own aerial survey contracting business, Overview Surveying.

“I could see huge potential to save time, improve data quality and increase efficiency for a wide range of surveying tasks in numerous industries.”

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Reeves says the quantity, quality and accuracy of aerial data gathered by the UAV is one of its biggest advantages, along with the ability to collect the data in a fraction of the time a traditional survey would take.

The UAV also provides a complete historical record of a site with aerial imagery, enabling details of a project to be checked at any point without having to go back out on site.

This is particularly useful where regular progress monitoring is required.

Reeves says he has been impressed with the backup and support offered by Position Partners.

“Having local training and support here in New Zealand has been great.

“The team at Position Partners has helped to make sure I was up and running as soon as possible.”

Other specialised products supplied by Position Partners include laser level technology and AutoDesk 3D design and engineering software that enables users in the civil and construction sectors to design everything from roads to buildings and other major projects.

Position Partners recently formed a strategic alliance with Auckland-based Optical Services and Wellington-based Trig Instruments to provide customers with access to an even greater product range, with the advantages of group buying power, faster delivery, and detailed product knowledge across a number of industries.

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Narrow banding deadline looming Karen Phelps Some big changes are afoot for those companies that rely on radio and wireless communications to operate effectively.

The New Zealand Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has said that

by November this year narrow banding will be in effect around the country cutting the size of the radio channel in half.

At the moment channels are typically spaced at 25 kHz apart. The proposal is to halve this to 12.5 kHz giving twice the number of channels to help cater for the increased demand for spectrum,” says chairman of the Radio Frequency Users Association of New Zealand (RFUANZ), Bruce Harding.

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Anyone that uses a two-way radio system will be affected by the changes but Harding says that businesses should not panic - mostly the changes will not have a negative effect.

“Some businesses will just have to reprogram their existing radio to change channels; others may have to upgrade their radios to more modern technology.”

He says the changes have caused quite a boom in the retail part of the sector with some businesses choosing to upgrade to digital systems from analogue.

Harding says digital systems represent the evolution of the technology and present many advantages to businesses including the ability to be more efficient and operate more advanced dispatching systems.

“One example is that with an analogue system

“More channels mean more data can be carried so businesses can install the latest technology, such as GPS and modern dispatch systems, more easily.” anybody who has a scanner can listen in to a two-way radio network. With a digital network the data may offers much higher levels of security.”

He says the changes are part of a worldwide trend: “In 2013 the US went to narrow banding and it’s a sensible step for New Zealand to allow more users into the system as long as it’s undertaken in an orderly and managed way.

More channels mean more data can be carried

so businesses can install the latest technology, such as GPS and modern dispatch systems, more easily.”

As an example he says a base operator at a transport yard using GPS could check exactly where vehicles are, and the speed they are doing.

Another advantage of GPS technology is that businesses can potentially save on road-user charges.

Business South July 2015 “The GPS system on the two-way radio can provide evidence as to when they are driving on private roads. New Zealand Transport Authority forms are often included in the new equipment,” says Harding.

He says that two-way radio technology is becoming increasingly popular.

According to Harding the key drivers are that two-way radios connect quickly (simply push a button and talk) and information can be dispersed over a network so many people can receive it at the same time.

Two way radios are also independent of the power grid so when the power goes off the system keeps running.

“Typically a two-way radio is powered by batteries, which can last for several days with no power.

“It’s a very resilient and reliable system and good for businesses who need to keep going no matter what,” explains Harding.

He points to the earthquake in Christchurch where when the power went off the cellular network went down preventing communication.

“Cell phone networks can congest if there is an emergency and everyone tries to connect at once. Generally two-way radio is more controlled and therefore less likely to overload.”

RFUANZ is a non-profit organisation whose membership includes a variety of industries such as local government authorities, transport, communications, courier, taxi, veterinary, consultancy, radio dealers, radio network operators, tourism companies and private individuals.

RFUANZ was formed in 1990, following deregulation of the telecommunications industry and as a result of the merging of the traditional Radio Telephone User Associations and private two-way radio network suppliers.

Harding says the prime mission of RFUANZ is to protect, promote and preserve the rights of organisations and individuals who require access to the radio spectrum.

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The association holds an annual conference and exhibition and is presently engaging with training organisations to develop new training syllabuses as the industry continues to grow.

Another pertinent issue facing the industry is a review of the Radiocommunications Act 1989.

“This is a specialised industry and it’s still a very solid industry. We have our own manufacturer in New Zealand, Tait Communications, and they manufacture for the world market.

“The last review of the Act was in the late 1990’s and technology changes and increases in demand for spectrum since then mean it is now timely to reconsider how the spectrum is managed to ensure the most efficient and effective outcomes for New Zealand.”

For more information visit www.rfuanz.org.nz

Two way radios are independent of the power grid so that when the power goes off the system keeps running.

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Exciting times ahead for radio users Karen Phelps Increased demand and advances in technology are creating new uses for two way radio in New Zealand.

“Those needs are only intensifying in the lead up to the New Zealand government’s legislated changes to create more efficient use of radio spectrum otherwise known as narrow banding,” says Simon Coles, New Zealand manager, professional commercial radio solutions at Motorola Solutions New Zealand.

The New Zealand government has legislated that wideband (25Khz) LMR channels up to 470Mhz must cease operation by November 1, 2015 to enable more efficient use of spectrum and create more available channels.

Coles says that affected radios include those operating on VHF or UHF channels, either via repeaters or Simplex.

“Any radios, especially those in operation for more than 10 years, may be using wideband channels so will require some action,” says Coles, who says that there are three possible outcomes for businesses depending on their current fleet and/or network capability.

“If they are already narrowband compliant they do not need to do anything. If their radio is narrowband-capable simple reprogramming is required,” says Coles.

“Existing certified dual mode (25/12.5kHz) equipment can be retained but must have the 25kHz mode disabled. Motorola Solutions radios purchased in the last ten years are most likely to be dual-mode.”

Coles says that if a radio is not narrowbandcapable the business will need to upgrade the twoway radio or, possibly, their entire network.

“For example, two-way radio equipment capable of only operating at 25kHz must be replaced.

“Equipment purchased more than 10 years old may need to be replaced, as will any existing wideband channel licenses,” he says.

Coles says a major question that customers are asking, while considering the changes needed for narrowband compliance, is whether to implement a digital solution.

“It’s not necessary for a business to go digital but if they do need to replace their radios, this is a great opportunity to take advantage of the many benefits that digital radio can offer to their operations,” he says.

Coles says that digital radios offer clearer audio, greater range and longer battery life. They offer more features such as GPS, man-down alarms and duress button.

Rapid advances in two-way radio technology are driving the need for narrowbanding radio spectrum changes in New Zealand.

“Moreover, the integration of applications has enormous capacity to extend two-way radios beyond purely voice communications to include data, such as voice recording for compliance or training purposes.

“Applications also offer the potential to improve worker safety, increase productivity and increaser operational efficiency. Digital radios also usually work with the businesses current analogue sets, so they can gradually migrate to digital and manage costs,” he says.

Coles says that Motorola Solutions can help customers to prepare for a smooth and costeffective transition. “We offer nearly 60 models capable of operating in 12.5kHz efficiency plus a broad choice of two-way radio equipment.

“We can advise businesses whether they simply require a software upgrade or replacement of existing equipment.”

Motorola Solutions serves customers in more than 100 countries from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies.

“Motorola radios are used by more than one million users and designed with a robust mix of features to increase workforce efficiency, productivity and safety.”

Coles says that the company’s focus is on developing integrated end-to-end solutions that deliver a clear return on investment for customers.

“Motorola radios are used by more than one million users and designed with a robust mix of features to increase workforce efficiency, productivity and safety.

“We can supply two way radios from ultra-thin portables to tough mobiles, integrated Bluetooth or industry-leading data applications.”

Coles says the Benefits of using two way radio “include instantaneous information, easier decision making, increased safety and productivity and improved customer service”.

“Motorola Solutions does not just supply product.

“We also provide thorough, customized, end-to-end solutions that meet the many missioncritical and business-critical needs our customers experience every day.”

For more information on narrow banding businesses can visit www.rsm.govt.nz for full details on the narrowband mandate or to view RSM’s Radio License Policy Rules.

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WAVE 5000 - the next evolution There was big turnout to this year’s Radio Frequency Users Association New Zealand (RFUANZ) Exhibition and Conference with more than 240 delegates and exhibitors attending.

Simon Coles, New Zealand manager, professional commercial radio solutions at Motorola Solutions New Zealand, one of the major sponsors of the event, says that from Motorola’s perspective there was a great deal of interest from partners and customers around achieving “inter-operability” between a range of devices, users and networks.

“There are a range of New Zealand industries which could benefit from the ability to seamlessly, securely and cost effectively unite their communications - especially in today’s BYOD (bring your own device) environment,” says Coles.

“Mining, education and health are just a few of the industries that employ people which carry their own devices be they smartphones, tablets two-way radios or others,” he says.

Motorola’s WAVE 5000 enables full interoperability between different radio systems and extends the reach of these systems, using any combination of broadband networks and devices.

Coles says the goal of WAVE 5000 is simple – to remove the technical barriers to secure instant push-to-talk (PTT) communication and enable anyone on any device to securely communicate across any IP network with any device, in real time.

“At its core, WAVE enables an almost unlimited number of simultaneous data streams within an IP network. These streams,

some for voice and some for system data, connect users and their devices so that businesses and their teams can enjoy a truly unified PTT communications environment that provides secure access to people, information and systems that are critical to their role and responsibilities.

“From two-way radios to smartphones, laptops to landlines, tablets to rugged handhelds, WAVE 5000 lets businesses use the devices they already have and the networks they already subscribe to connect and talk to others both inside and outside of their communications environment.”

Secure push-to-talk connects smart devices over 3/4G LTE and WiFi networks delivering choice and flexibility when choosing a non-radio, carrier-independent communications solution.

Coles says organisations can choose how they want to deliver WAVE enabled communications: “For the majority of deployments, ‘hosted solutions’ - where WAVE software is installed and runs on the customer’s server hardware - is normal.

“This is particularly true when organisations are sensitive to network and data security, or when they have extensive investments and capacity in IT infrastructure.

“An alternative approach puts WAVE applications in the Cloud where they are accessed over a private network. Cloud-based PTT services offer compelling benefits, such as access to the latest WAVE software releases and significantly lower IT costs. The important thing is that Motorola gives its customers choices.”

RFUANZ winner: Gary Parker of TL Parker, left, and Simon Coles of Motorola Solutions.

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Industry supportive of changes New Zealand radio history

Karen Phelps Industry has been supportive in promoting the change to narrow banding, says Jeff Hicks, manager Radio Spectrum Management (RSM) licensing.

“Industry recognises that having an efficient land mobile radio (LMR) system in New Zealand is essential to business growth and development.

Businesses have understood the rationale and are making the necessary changes,” says Hicks.

He says that the change to narrow banding has been instigated to help promote more efficient use of LMR bands, reduce congestion and, importantly, align New Zealand with international practice as more countries move to narrow banding.

New Zealand is a signatory to the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Telecommunications Convention, which gives international treaty status to the associated International Radio Regulations.

RSM says its is important that national spectrum management is consistent with and promotes compliance with international treaty obligations.

Phase out deadline extended for some users The phase-out deadline for LMR channels in frequencies above 470 MHz has recently been extended.

Hicks says that RSM has reviewed the deadline for the phase-out and have extended it to December 31, 2019 for all LMR licences operating in frequencies above 470 MHz (F band and TS band).

Radio Spectrum Management has stated that the deadline has been extended for the F and TS bands because the level of congestion in the bands is not significant relative to the cost of

The change to narrow banding has been instigated to help promote more efficient use of LMR bands, reduce congestion and align New Zealand with international practice.

transition for users of the bands. The phase out for all 25 kHz licences operating in frequencies above 470 MHz will remain the same and after December 31, 2019 all such licenses will be revoked.

Hicks says that the deadline of November 1, 2015 still applies to 25 kHz LMR licences

Firm an industry leader T.L Parker Ltd is one of the largest privately owned two-way radio companies in New Zealand and has grown to be one of the most progressive companies within the industry.

The company has demonstrated its commitment to the well being of the twoway radio communication industry in New Zealand by significantly investing in its own Motorola 800mHz 12.5kHz trunked digital network operating under the ORION brand.

This network allows the company to deliver seamless coverage to its customers in Canterbury and throughout many parts of New Zealand, says Craig Pidgeon from T.L Parker Ltd. He says that because the ORION network operates on the higher frequency of 800 MHz compared with the 400 MHz that many competitors offer this brings major advantages for T.L Parker Ltd customers.

“The higher the frequency the better the audio quality and penetration through concrete and steel meaning our network offers crisp, clear connections even in an inner city environment,” says Pidgeon.

hardware giving T.L Parker Ltd customers everything they need to manage their business on a daily basis.

Pidgeon says that the company’s continued significant investment in the industry future proofing the ability of its customers to connect is part of the strong focus on service and placing customers’ needs at the forefront of the business.

He says since it was first formed in 1968 the company has established its reputation by offering strong pre- and after-sales service to clients.

As proof T.L Parker has just won the award for outstanding sales and support at the 2015 Radio Frequency Users Association of New Zealand Industry Excellence Awards: “We aim to make a difference to our customers businesses rather than just selling them product. By providing the right hardware and backup we offer a complete service.

“We pride ourselves on the high level of service we give to our customers. We always place the customer first.”

“T.L Parker Ltd has no volume user charges meaning customers can talk for as long as they like and it can just cost as little as 91 cents plus GST per day to use the network.”

Pidgeon says that T.L Parker Ltd develops ‘needs based’ systems and networks tailor made for any sized business that requires simple two-way radios or complex networks and/or systems.

The company’s Orion Connect Plus network is manufactured by Motorola the world’s leading two-way radio brand.

T.L Parker Ltd provides customers with a wide range of high quality Motorola

With a stable staff of 18, T.L Parker Ltd is well equipped and trained in the sales and servicing of the latest state of the art analogue and digital two-way radio equipment, systems and networks.

operating in frequencies below 470 MHz (E, C and D bands).

“On 1 November 2015, all 25 kHz LMR licences operating in frequencies below 470 MHz will be revoked except for licences used for SCADA and Data services in C and D band,” he says.

In 1903 the New Zealand Government took control of new radio communication technology by way of the NZ Wireless Telegraphy Act 1903, which permitted only the Government to use the technology.

Following the tragedy of the Titanic in in 1912 it became more widely recognised that a management framework for radio transmission and reception was necessary to ensure the potential of the technology could be realised. Although the upper range of frequencies was unknown, the concept of the radio spectrum as a public and economic resource gradually emerged. So too did the idea of licensing (the generation of radio waves), as a management tool for the prevention of radio interference.

Government regulations were initially established to organise and allocate frequencies to prevent interference and to protect Government revenue.

The early development of the use of radio grew out of the experimentation of radio amateurs. In 1930 a public radio-telephone service was opened between Australia and New Zealand and in 1931 this service was linked with the Australia to UK service.

1965 saw the first global satellite network and international communication links moved into a new era.

Today the radio spectrum is a resource managed by the Crown. Radio Spectrum Management is a business unit of the MBIE and is responsible for efficiently and effectively managing the radio spectrum including allocating rights for the use of the spectrum and enforcing compliance with the requirements to ensure legitimate users are able to enjoy their rights.

Tait radio systems built to last Tait Communications solutions deliver longterm freedom of choice and flexibility, with open standards helping businesses to protect their investment, says Bevan Clarke from Logic Wireless Limited, Tait Communications’ exclusive New Zealand distributor.

“Tait Communications is a well-known local manufacturer of critical communication products,” Clarke says.

“The company is an independent, stable and long-term presence in the industry, making and developing world class communication solutions for customers around the world.”

Founded in 1969 by Angus Tait and with its company headquarters in Christchurch, Tait Communications is now set up as a charitable trust.

Clarke says that this means that Tait Communications has only one shareholder - a charitable foundation - that shares its operating profits across three investment streams: research and development, regional reinvestment, and education.

Logic Wireless has been distributing Tait Communications two-way radios in the New Zealand market since 2009.

Logic Wireless operates two main distribution centres in Christchurch and Brisbane.

Clarke says that since the Christchurch earthquakes Logic Wireless is seeing a new respect and understanding of the importance of dedicated communications networks that are fit for purpose, unlike cellular networks, which often suffer under pressure.

“There is a resurgence in use of professional digital radio solutions – Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) – for both business and emergency services,” says Clarke.

“Tait Communications portables can survive drowning, burning, or being run over by a tank.

“Our mobile radio performance is second to none while our base stations are well respected for their endurance and built-in redundancy.

“All of these things work together to create tougher Land Mobile Radio (LMR) networks.”

Logic Wireless is seeing a new respect and understanding of the importance of dedicated communications networks.

Logic Wireless specialties include P25 (Phase 1 and Phase 2), DMR (Tier 2 and Tier 3), MPT1327, analogue conventional as well as software to manage and monitor these radio networks.

Clarke says because Tait Communications LMR products and systems are designed and built in New Zealand, the company stands by its quality.

The company recognises the importance of open standards technologies to enable integrated communications solutions for businesses.

“Tait Communications modern digital radio solutions are designed to easily integrate with business systems like dispatch, AVL, LTE, cellular, voice recorders and SCADA solutions.”

Clarke says that narrow banding in New Zealand means that some radio equipment will need to be upgraded to meet government regulations coming into effect later this year.

He says it can be a great opportunity for businesses to revitalize their communications and

take advantage of the business benefits that new technologies can offer. Tait Communications has just released two new state-of-the-art digital twoway radios: Tait TM 9300 and TP 9300 DMR. “These allow current users to migrate from existing analogue two-way radio systems to digital two-way radio systems and enjoy the full benefits of Digital Two-Way radio, including improved audio quality, noise reduction, GPS tracking, increased battery life and more channels.”

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Looking after the locals key to firm’s success Karen Phelps Communication Specialists prides itself on being a local business selling local products to locals.

Based in Dunedin the company has been operating for over 20 years.

Started by radio engineer Greg Angell the business still occupies its original premises.

Company manager Anthony Kenny says this gives their customers peace of mind and security.

“We’re here when they need us and we’re here for the long haul,” he says.

With the changes coming in the move to narrow banding the company is well set up to help customers make the shift.

The company offers world class Tait radios as part of a total communications package comprising sales, design, installation, service, radio networks and repeater systems.

“We can assess a customers radio networks and make recommendations. Some equipment might be able to simply be reprogrammed; other equipment might need to be replaced.

“Our aim is to provide our customers with the correct information so that they can make informed choices.

“We are a local company so we provide a very personal service and really look after our clients interests.”

Kenny says digital radio technology can help businesses keep control of their costs.

“Features such as GPS tracking mean that, for example, a company could quickly know which of their vehicles was closest to a job then dispatch that vehicle to the necessary location.”

Kenny says a return to two-way radio is occurring with many businesses realising the benefits only two-way radio can bring.

“Two-way radios have a stronger power system than cell phones meaning more coverage can be achieved with fewer sites.

“Businesses can have their own dedicated network which they essentially control meaning no overloading and coverage in areas not covered by cell phone networks,” he explains.

Communication Specialists offers convergence between radio and cellular networks to offer customers better coverage than ever before.

The company can provide service contracts on base and/or mobiles at whatever servicing frequency is desired. Communication Specialists services LG Aria, Panasonic and Samsung phone systems.

With customers from Gore to Queenstown and based as far north as Oamaru the industries that Communication Specialists works for is very diverse.

Customers include businesses, farmers, police, ambulance, councils, power and trucking companies.

Communication Specialists offers a full mobile service and can go to the customer’s site if necessary, particularly useful for radio installations in fleet vehicles.

The company employs two fully qualified radio engineers – a rarity in the market today - who can design a radio network to suit the customer’s needs.

Kenny says this is evidence of the company’s commitment to coming up with the right solutions for clients at the right price.

Many businesses are realising the benefits only two-way radio can bring.

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Helping businesses to keep in touch Karen Phelps Jackson & Wills prides itself on being a communication provider – not just a product seller, says company managing director Lindsay Wills.

“We offer our customers a complete communication system instead of individual components.

“Our goal is to understand their business and how we can help improve it through enhancing their communication system,” he explains Based in Invercargill, Jackson & Wills is a family owned and operated company that has been committed to providing communications solutions to the Southland community for over 65 years.

The company was formed in 1947 and has since gained a reputation as an innovator in domestic and commercial communications technology.

Wills says that over the years the company has achieved a number of notable firsts such as assisting the first amateur radio enthusiast in New Zealand to communicate with overseas station VHF bands (New Zealand to the USA) and was the first company to introduce VHF land mobile radio telephone communication to Southland.

He says that communications technology is the “backbone of business operations and an essential facet of our day-to-day lives”.

The company’s product range has expanded to embrace all the latest communications technologies and the customer base has grown to include local government bodies and nationwide corporate customers along with small businesses and individuals seeking communications solutions for home or recreational use.

As an additional service the company also offers a Spark Business Hub within the Jackson & Wills Communications Centre.

Wills says that Jackson & Wills has already notified its customers of the change to narrow banding and is busy assisting both existing and new customers to make the change.

“If someone contacts us we can let them know if they are currently compliant or if not what they need to do to make the change. We can visit the customer’s premises or they can visit us,” says Wills.

Jackson & Wills offers installation of products purchased from Jackson & Wills to save customers the time, money and hassle of having to arrange this with a third party.

Jackson & Wills has a a comprehensive product range and it also offers full service back-up and maintenance.

Wills says that professional installation also ensures the product warranty is valid.

Jackson & Wills also provides a one-year warranty on all of its installation services for additional peace of mind.

The company also offers a set-up and training service where Jackson & Wills will visit the company and not only set up the system but also train the customer’s staff in how to use it.

Wills says that the face of technology is ever changing but the company’s ethos remains the same.

“Jackson & Wills is dedicated to providing personal service and technical know-how to equip Southlanders with the very best communications solutions.”

“We offer our customers a complete communication system instead of individual components. Our goal is to understand their business and how we can help improve it through enhancing their communication system.”

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Automated system lifts production Kelly Deeks Truss and frame manufacturer Truss Tech is entering a new phase of business, with more automated machinery allowing precise scheduling which will benefit clients.

Truss Tech is a locally owned and operated business in Cromwell, Central Otago, which manufactures timber wall frames and roof trusses to its clients’ specifications, and sends them to building sites all around the South Island.

Truss Tech designs and manufactures its frames and trusses using the latest in software and technology, including a design programme provided by Pryda, which specialises in making the most effective and efficient use of timber in construction.

The company’s new Pryda AutoWall is the only one of its kind in New Zealand. It is an efficient, single operator, automated nailing system.

Truss Tech manager Matt Ludemann says the change from a manual to an automated system has improved both consistency and efficiency.

The AutoWall uses synchronised servo drive control to move the top and bottom plates to their correct positions.

The use of drive wheels and the constant contact clamping ensures the plates are positioned without the operator checking for position.

“It means that there is no lost time in waiting for the pushers to return to their next position before starting the next wall frame,” says Ludermann.

It also means the maximum length of wall frame that can be produced is almost limitless.

“It will do the same amount of work each day, no matter who is operating it,” he says.

“It has also allowed us to give our clients a better idea of when their job will be finished.

“As the job progresses, the machine sends the information back to the office so we can see exactly how long it’s going to take.”

Since the AutoWall arrived at Truss Tech in April, one staff member has left the company and due to the efficiencies of the new machine, has not had to be replaced.

Truss Tech’s newly installed Pryda Autowall automated system has improved both consistency and efficiency at the manufacturing plant.

Truss Tech has been owned by Paul Robertson and his wife Nicky for the past 12 years, supplying to a range of customers including housing companies, individual builders, and architects.

Robertson is supported in the design office

by Greg Meek, with Ludemann saying the two are amongst the best truss and frame designers in New Zealand.

“As such, our customer service is second to none,” he says.

“Paul and Greg both have huge knowledge of New Zealand’s building industry, and all the advice they can offer our clients is just part of Truss Tech’s service.”

“Paul and Greg both have huge knowledge of New Zealand’s building industry, and all the advice they can offer our clients is just part of Truss Tech’s service.”

The Truss Tech team is now 10 strong in the factory, and six in the office, and the company is capable of putting out a couple of building’s worth of frames and trusses every day.

Truss Tech provides a full range of services, from the initial quote right through to postproduction support.

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In addition to manufacturing pre-nailed wall frames and roof trusses the company also offers other services.

These include custom wall frame and roof truss designs in accordance to client specifications.

Truss Tech can produce statements to accompany building consent applications, onsite meetings or site measures, as required, and supply wall frame and roof truss fixings, and loose timber, as requested.

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MANUFACTURING » Crown Sheetmetal

July 2015 Business South

Crown Sheetmetal is manufacturing three 23-metre long skim milk tanks as part of the upgrade at Fonterra’s Edendale factory.

Dairy sector work offers challenges Jo Bailey “Quite a mission,” is how Crown Sheetmetal general manager Andrew Horton describes the completion of a 500,000 litre skim milk tank for Fonterra’s Edendale plant upgrade.

The tank is the first of three 28 tonne, 23 metrelong tanks the firm is building for the dairy giant, and follows two 250,000 litre tanks it has already built and installed at the plant.

“This is the biggest dairy tank we’ve ever built.

It was a complex project that took around three months or 1800 man hours to complete.”

Horton says this was due to the scale of the tank, as well as the thickness of materials used, and the significant amount of welding and polishing required.

The tank will soon be transported to Edendale, leaving Crown’s workshop in the early hours of the morning as its size has almost reached the maximum allowed on the State Highway and some overhead lines will need to come down for it to make the journey.

Horton says up to 12 of Crown Sheetmetal’s 46 staff are involved with the Fonterra project and are making good progress on the construction of the second and third 500,000 litre tanks.

“We are on schedule to deliver all three tanks by the end of July as planned.”

Crown Sheetmetal specialises in the design and manufacture of stainless steel process vessels – mainly for the dairy and wine industries.

The company was founded in Invercargill in 1974 and joined the NDA Engineering Group in early 2008.

“Being part of a bigger organisation with strong ties to the dairy sector has helped us move into this market and maintain a steady workflow throughout the year.”

Since then, Crown Sheetmetal has opened a workshop in Blenheim, which services a huge number of Marlborough and Nelson wineries, and also has clients in Waipara, Central Otago and the North Island.

Horton says the Blenheim operation focuses predominantly on the construction of larger tanks up to 500,000 litres, with smaller, more easily transport wine tanks manufactured at Crown’s Invercargill workshop.

“The 500,000 litre tanks made by our Blenheim team are among the biggest ever made for the wine industry,” he says.

“They are a lot shorter and squatter than the dairy tanks we’re building to this capacity.”

Since the large earthquakes that rocked Marlborough around 18 months ago, the branch has been kept busy carrying out tank repairs and upgrades.

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Dairy sector offering new challenges • from page 28 “This repair work is still ongoing and a lot of wineries are also seismically upgrading their existing tanks, which is creating more work for us.”

In 2014 the Blenheim operation was expanded when Stainless Systems was added to the Crown business unit. This has increased the firm’s capability to fabricate a wide variety of winery equipment including walkways, stairs, conveyors, plunging systems, floor drains, tubs and various valving and pipe fittings.

Crown also provides services to the brewing industry, and recently built seven 20,000 litre beer fermenting tanks for Moa Brewing Company.

Horton says joining with NDA Group has been a driver for Crown’s growing number of dairy projects.

“Before we merged with NDA around 90 percent of our business was servicing the wine industry and it was often difficult for us to keep busy in the few months following the harvest.

“Being part of a bigger organisation with strong ties to the dairy sector has helped us move into this market and maintain a steady workflow throughout the year.”

Horton says the company’s workload is now a fairly even split between wine and dairy projects.

Another innovative dairy project recently completed by Crown was the design and build of seven new milk tankers for Open Country Dairy.

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An eighth tanker is being built for the Open Country Dairy fleet this season.

Horton says the greater diversity of projects is good for Crown’s team and has increased their skill levels.

“Our staff work on some exciting, challenging projects, and also get the opportunity to spend time in some of NDA Group’s other workshops

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Port Otago’s New Era dredge - the port is deepening the shipping channel to 14 metres by the end of 2016.

Port Otago upgrade well underway Jo Bailey Port Otago has commenced dredging activity in the Otago Harbour, as part of an ambitious two year, $30 million upgrade programme that will see it become the first port in New Zealand to deepen its shipping channel for the next generation of bigger container ships.

Geoff Plunket, Port Otago chief executive says the instrastructural works programme, dubbed ‘Next Generation Port Otago’ will allow larger ships to access Port Chalmers while bolstering the port’s services to exporters.

“The programme will upgrade the port’s efficiency and productivity for the next generation of users. It highlights our resolve to remain at the forefront of shipping and port activity in New Zealand and as a major contributor to the region’s economic growth.”

Deepening the shipping channel to 14 metres by the end of 2016 is one of four key projects that make up the capital works programme at the Port, which also includes deepening the berths and sheet

piling to support the wharf; warehouse expansions at both Port Chalmers and Sawyers Bay; and the acquisition of a new tug and barge.

These projects follow the recent purchase of a new 68-tonne bollard pull tug, a new pilot launch, two new container cranes and a number of fourhigh straddles.

At 13 metres, Port Otago is already the deepest container port in the country and is unique in that it can operate at all stages of the tide because of the nature of the harbour.

The first milestone to deepen to 14 metres will be completed in two stages, with deepening of the existing channel to 13.5 metres by the end of 2015 and to 14 metres by December 2016.

Plunket said that while other ports may dredge their channel to a similar depth, they were limited as they were only able to receive ships on slack water (the top or bottom of the tide) due to strong tidal flows.

“Unlike other ports we also own our own dredge, the New Era, which is able to complete the work on a cost efficient basis and with as little environmental impact as possible.”

“Unlike other ports we also own our own dredge, the New Era, which is able to complete the work on a cost efficient basis and with as little environmental impact as possible.”

In line with the channel deepening, container berths would also be deepened, requiring additional reinforcement of the wharf structures by constructing sheetpiles along the berth line as an underwater retaining wall. Container Wharf No 1 will be temporarily closed between July 1 and mid-October when this complex work will be carried out by Daniel Smith Industries which has been contracted to supply and drive the piles.

Construction of the warehouse expansions is expected to commence on both sites during the second half of 2015. These projects should take about four months to complete at a total cost of around $11m.

Once completed, the new warehouse space will add around 25 percent wharf dairy storage capacity at Port Chalmers; with an additional 3800 sqm

warehouse at Sawyer’s Bay adding a further 10 percent to the Port’s overall warehousing capacity.

The purchase of a new tug and split hopper barge costing around $10m is also being investigated by the port.

The planned infrastructural expansion is expected to add an estimated 15 full time jobs to the port’s current workforce of 300.

Plunket says continual infrastructure upgrades are a necessary response to rapid changes to the international shipping environment.

“To maintain our relevance within the international supply chain requires continued development. We need to ensure we can cater for larger container ships of the order of 6,500 TEUs and that there is enough cargo available to fill those bigger ships for decades to come.”

Key projects: left, additional reinforcing of the wharf structures will be needed to allow container berths to be deepened; right, warehousing will be expanded at both Port Chalmers and Sawyers Bay;

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CONSTRUCTION » Naylor Love - EA Networks Centre Ashburton

July 2015 Business South

Ashburton’s new $30 million indoor sports and aquatic centre opened its doors in May.

New Ashburton centre a drawcard Jo Bailey The response to Ashburton’s new $30 million indoor sports and aquatic centre has been “phenomenal” since the doors officially opened in May, says centre manager, Steven Prescott.

“The community has been 110 percent behind this facility from the beginning. This showed on opening day when 1500 people came through the complex and the interest hasn’t waned since.

“The pools are hugely popular and we’ve already had to add an extra seven group classes to the fitness centre programme to meet demand.”

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“It is an impressive building that provides excellent facilities for the Ashburton community. It’s come up great and we’re very pleased with it.”

The facility was designed by leading Christchurch architects Warren and Mahoney to provide a hub for fitness, recreation and numerous sporting codes in the region.

Naylor Love was awarded the contract to build the facility in June 2013 with construction getting underway in August 2013.

Cournane says the collaborative efforts of the entire project team including consultants and subcontractors enabled the firm to meet the 9th March deadline for the practical completion of the works.

“We managed to meet the deadline thanks to a really big push over the last couple of months by everyone involved with the project.

“It was a great team effort to deliver on completion date.”

The late-stage works included tiling, resin flooring, and the final fit-out of the entranceway/ foyer as well as filling the pools and final commissioning of pool meter, electrical and mechanical services.

“A large number of trades were involved at the end of the project. This required a lot of coordination to keep work flowing and ensure jobs were completed in sequence.”

A two-month commissioning period followed the practical completion of works during which

time the client fit-out took place, and staff were also hired and trained at the centre.

The Ashburton public are enjoying the exciting new facilities which incorporate a 25 metre, 10-lane competition swimming pool and two 16 x 9 metre pools for learn-to-swim classes and warm water programmes.

There is also seating for around 255 people; a leisure pool with wet deck and toddlers’ area; a sauna; and spa in the aquatic centre; with the indoor stadium featuring four competition sized courts, spectator seating for around 480, a fully equipped commercial fitness centre, a sports house to provide administrative space for local sports organisations, a cafe, and reception area with offices.

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The indoor stadium features four competition sized courts, spectator seating for around 480, a fully equipped commercial fitness centre, and a cafe and reception area with offices.

Two outdoor overflow basketball and netball courts have also been constructed at the site, which is off River Terrace, close to the centre of town.

The building design allows for the expansion of the indoor courts, aquatic and fitness centres in future.

Cournane says centre manager Steven Prescott was appointed in the later stages of the construction process, who given his vast experience in swimming pool management (including 16 years at Moana Pool in Dunedin, and stints with QEII and Jelly Park in Christchurch) was able to assist the consultancy team to make some minor alterations to the project.

“Steve was great to deal with. He fitted into the project team really well and we were able to draw on his knowledge to get the best possible result for the Ashburton community.”

Prescott returns the praise for Cournane and site manager Peter Taylor, saying they are the

“best guys” he has worked with in 30 years in the industry.

Naylor Love Central had extensive experience delivering similar projects, including the Queenstown Aquatic Centre that won the 2010 Master Builders commercial project of the year supreme award; the Dudley Aquatic Centre in Rangiora; and the Selwyn Aquatic Centre in Rolleston.

“Peter also worked on Splash Palace in Invercargill and the Moana pool complex in Dunedin, so brings with him a huge amount of expertise,” says Cournane.

The Naylor Love Central team is now back in Queenstown, and working on other high profile projects including the Five Mile development, the new Mitre 10 MEGA store at Frankton, and the Beachwood Apartments on Frankton Road.

“Overall we’re extremely pleased with the efforts of the entire team on the EA Networks Centre project.”

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BUILDING » Structural Support and Panel NZ

July 2015 Business South

Firm getting stuck into city rebuild Kelly Deeks Having been a key player in the deconstruction of many significant buildings in Christchurch’s CBD after the earthquakes, Structural Support and Panel NZ (SSPNZ) is now lending its services to the reconstruction effort with a range of scaffolding, formwork, propping, and encapsulation products and services.

SSPNZ was founded in 2011 by John Manson, who had been working in the entertainment industry on staging, rigging, and lighting.

He saw a shortage of quality scaffold companies needed for the growing demand in Christchurch, and the company soon became an integral part of making the red zone safe for all workers, propping most of the large buildings and providing access equipment for around the clock repairs and demolition.

SSPNZ has built a reputation for quality work and innovative solutions, having been involved in some of the biggest building deconstructions, including the 14-storey Westpac Canterbury Centre, the 21-storey PricewaterhouseCooper building, the Christchurch City Council building, which was also encapsulated, the implosion of the Radio Network Building, and the propping of the still standing Forsyth Barr building.

At the same time, SSPNZ’s residential arm was busy working with EQC to provide solutions for all building repairs.

As the rebuild steams forward, Manson says SSPNZ is now focused on the construction market with a range of residential and commercial scaffolding, mobile scaffolding, scissor lifts, hiabs, and encapsulation services.

“We can handle any size commercial job, from new buildings to industrial shutdowns.”

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Many different edge protection systems are also available, and SSPNZ sets its customers up with the safest, most cost effective solution.

SSPNZ is currently providing scaffolding for stage one of the Sudima Hotel Christchurch’s $25 million upgrade.

SSPNZ is also pleased to now be back at the McKenzie and Willis site, where the company has been propping up the building’s earthquake damaged facade since the earthquakes. It is now providing scaffolding for the $125 million complex of five buildings around courtyards and laneways being erected behind the historic facade.

Manson says that SSPNZ is proud to be involved in these “exciting rebuild projects” around Christchurch. The company’s team of 25 installers includes ticketed scaffolders, hiab drivers, and a

top sales team providing cost-effective solutions to access and safety problems.

Manson says health and safety is paramount to SSPNZ, and the company’s high health and safety standards combined with good service are what brings many repeat customers back.

SSPNZ is a member of Site Safe and Scaffolding, Access, and Rigging New Zealand (SARNZ), whose members are required to meet minimum standards of safety, standards, and training. Manson says the company as recently passed its ACC audit with flying colours, and after continuing its health and safety programme for another 12 months, will be tertiary accredited this time next year.

As well as health and safety training, the SSPNZ team enjoy Manson’s support when it comes to upskilling and personal development, helping them through the stages from basic through to advanced certificate level.

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SSPNZ has been Holding the facade of the McKenzie and Willis building since the earthquakes and is now providing scaffolding for the $125 million complex of five buildings around courtyards and laneways being erected behind the historic facade.

SSPNZ is providing scaffolding for stage one of the Sudima Hotel Christchurch’s $25 million upgrade.

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BUILDING » McRaeway Homes

July 2015 Business South

New owners for established brand Jo Bailey McRaeway Homes has new owners who are keen to uphold the family values of the longstanding Timaru business.

Farmers Martin and Judy Cooper, together with their son Simon and wife Amber (who own local building firm Cooper Building Ltd), are “excited” to have taken over the firm in January, says marketing manager Chloe Jackson.

“The Coopers have grown up here and know the history and background of the company,” says Mrs Jackson.

“They understand they have taken on a well loved brand and want to build on the legacy McRaeway Homes has developed in Timaru and wider regions over its 50-plus years in operation.”

The company has built over 6700 homes throughout New Zealand since it was founded in 1962 by Ian McRae - who developed its productionline pre-cut framing and kitset housing system with his A-frame ‘Pioneer’ design.

McRaeway Homes has endured as one of New Zealand’s oldest building companies with a simple philosophy; to provide the best quality and best value homes to heartland New Zealanders, says Chloe.

“By combining the best of the past with the technology and contemporary designs of today, we continue to deliver a unique and streamlined building experience to our clients.”

With the last jobs under the firm’s previous owners almost complete, she says the Coopers are establishing themselves at the helm of the business and are already expanding its operations.

“We’ve just employed sales reps in Mosgiel and the Central Lakes District to handle the growing volume of business in these regions.”

The Coopers are sticking with the firm’s 50 contemporary designs - which range from a large family dream home, through to a smaller bach or retirement villa - but are refreshing some of the “favourites”.

The company is also in the process of putting in a

Simon, left, and Martin Cooper - the proud new owners of Timaru’s McRaeway Homes. consent to build a new show home in front of the firm’s high profile offices on the main road through Timaru.

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“We’ve slightly tweaked the roofline to give it a bit of extra spark, and to show customers that it is possible to take our plans, and modify them to suit their lifestyle, budget and building site.”

Features of the three-bedroom showhome will include open plan living that flows to an outdoor entertaining area through well appointed stacker sliding doors, stretching the length of the home’s frontage.

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McRaeway Homes has an established network of builders in South Canterbury, Otago and the Central Lakes where the bulk of its work comes from.

New owners have plans to expand • from page 36 “It is an example of a great family home, that is ideal for entertaining. We look forward to it being built.”

Simon Cooper is McRaeway Homes’ general manager, with his wife Amber managing the office and administration side of the business.

Martin Cooper is also in the office five days a week covering operations and deliveries.

Chloe Jackson says the new management team is also focused on establishing good relationships with the firm’s suppliers and carrying on the tradition of supporting local businesses where possible.

“It’s always been very important to McRaeway Homes to support local businesses and the community through events and sponsorships,” she says.

“It’s something we want to carry on with.”

Simon Cooper continues to run his building firm Cooper Building, which will remain a contracted builder to McRaeway Homes along with other local firms.

“It is hugely important to have Simon at the helm of McRaeway Homes given his years of building experience and the relationships he has already developed in the region.

“His knowledge is also a great advantage and benefit to our operations manager and to our sales reps, particularly when it comes to product selection.”

McRaeway Homes has an established network of builders, mainly in South Canterbury, Otago and the Central Lakes District where the bulk of its work comes from.

“We are a nationwide company. However our dominant market is in the South Island with a current push into the West Coast, where we hope to grow our market share.”

The company offers a full build option but can also supply its homes as a kitset if a client wants to engage its own contractors.

It is also happy to provide a full construction service for clients’ own plans.

Mrs Jackson says the response from the local community to the new ownership of McRaeway Homes has been positive.

“We took part in a home show a couple of months ago where every second person we spoke to had either lived in a McRaeway home, or knew someone who had.

“It is such a well known brand in New Zealand and people seem pleased it has been taken on by a local family who are committed to maintaining and looking after it.”

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Plenty of demand for jetty specialist Jo Bailey A new 181-metre jetty on D’Urville Island could be the largest built in the Marlborough Sounds since the early logging days of the 1880’s, says Neville McCallum, director of Foreshore Construction (Marlb) Ltd. “I don’t know of any other private jetty built that long in the Sounds since 1900. A large jetty is usually around 50 metres long, and this is the biggest we’ve built by a mile.”

He says a shallow beach was the reason for the length of the structure.

“We had to go out that far to find around two metres of water. If we had shortened the jetty it wouldn’t have worked.”

The Foreshore Construction team recently completed the three-month project, which took a lot of forward planning, given the island was only accessible by boat.

“We stayed on the island for a week or 10 days at a time so had to be well prepared, making sure we had enough food and materials for the job.

“A couple of times we left the island in three metre seas. These are big waves in a small boat but we couldn’t afford to sit around for three days and do nothing while we waited for the right conditions.”

This project is one of many the firm has completed in beautiful, remote locations since it was founded by McCallum after he built a jetty for his own use at his Four Fathom Bay property.

“In 2000 our small farmstay business had gone quiet over the winter months, so I decided to build the jetty to keep busy. Then three neighbours in the bay said you’d better build ours too, and by that time I was quite enjoying it and could see a business opportunity.”

Foreshore Construction now provides a complete solution for all foreshore structural needs such as jetties (including individual design and engineering); floating pontoons; sea walls; retaining walls; boat ramps; foundations; marinas; earthworks; track clearing and forming; slip clearing; resource consents and hearings; and water tank systems.

“We do a wide variety of work for permanent residents and bach owners, from building completely new or replacement jetties, to quite a bit of repair work.

“Our focus is on quality, with particular care taken with design, materials and finishing details.

“We’ve got a lot of jetty and ramp work underway at the moment, and are already booked up until around Christmas time.”

Foreshore Construction’s main base is in the

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“We jump between the two depending on where the work is.”

The firm has a barge to transport its small digger onto the job site when needed for earthworks, track work, and forming accessways. It can also be used to excavate foundations for new baches.

Family is important to McCallum, whose son and grandson work with him in the business.

Their family history in the region goes back eight generations to 1854, when the McCallums arrived from Scotland to start farming and agricultural contracting. They later got into horticulture (mainly fruit growing), viticulture, bulldozing and tree topping, among other services.

“My business card says we’ve been serving rural Marlborough for over 160 years and I’m proud to see this family tradition continue with the next generation involved in Foreshore Construction.”

“We do a wide variety of work for permanent residents and bach owners, from building completely new or replacement jetties, to quite a bit of repair work.”

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BUILDING » Cornerstone Eco Homes

July 2015 Business South

Cornerstone Eco Homes mission is to build quality, affordable, energy--efficient, healthy and sustainable buildings.

Affordable Eco Homes stand out Jo Bailey The recent death of a young child attributed

in part to a cold, damp state house has again thrown a spotlight on the poor levels of insulation in New Zealand homes.

Mary Ginn, says she has been “on the bandwagon” for more than 20 years to drive improvements to the standards of New Zealand homes across all socio-economic groups.

Drawing on her architectural design and building experience, she pioneered the Cornerstone Building Systems - initially with the EPS polystyrene structural insulated wall panels, and soon after with the Thermaflor©, original polystyrene fully insulated floor slab and insulated edge beam.

Two decades later with homes nationwide, Cornerstone Eco Homes Ltd, (the licensee for

Cornerstone Building System Ltd) incorporates these systems as the base of its Eco Homes along with high insulation values in the ceiling, Upvc joinery, and the Mitten insulated weatherboard which creates a “tight, highly insulated passive envelope” twice the New Zealand Building Code.

“The Cornerstone’s Thermaflor© insulated flooring system with its insulated edge beam, removes thermal bridges that can occur with the standard or pod flooring systems and Cornerstone’s Structural Insulated wall panels combined with the Thermaflor© system keep the energy inside saving the energy bill,” she says.

Using the system, Ms Ginn says the company’s mission is to build quality, affordable, energy-efficient, healthy and sustainable buildings that can help its clients achieve low or even zero grid energy use.

“We are noticing how stable the temperature is in every corner of our Cornerstone house no matter day or night. It’s a pleasurable living environment and easy to heat.”

A recent project highlights what can be achieved by integrating solar voltaic BISV, 3KW roof panels which supply the electrical requirements, tied to the Te Wera, 35-45KW multi fueled boiler supplying all hot water servicing radiators.

Ms Ginn says the Cornerstone systems were put to the test during the Canterbury earthquakes, with homes in the region coming through the disaster “very well”, often alongside neighbouring homes which suffered damage.

“The panels are extremely strong, with a

slender reinforced column providing flexibility which allows for movement rather like a timber frame structure.

“The polystyrene in the panels absorb shock like packaging in both floors and walls,” she says.

Ms Ginn says there is a common misconception that eco-homes cost more than a standard house to build but this is not the case with the Cornerstone system.

“The basic structure of our homes cost no more than any other standard home, and the

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The Cornerstone Wall system incorporates EPS polystyrene structural insulated wall panels.

high insulation value puts people well on the way to reducing their carbon footprint and energy costs.

“We also encourage additional eco products such as water collection, recycling systems and edible landscapes.”

A range of standard Cornerstone plans, which can be modified to suit its clients’ needs can be viewed at at the company’s website.

The firm also works with clients on custom design builds.

Among the firm’s many happy clients is Joe Taylor, who has seen numerous houses built during 25 years in the plumbing and home heating industries.

He and wife Nic are pleased with their Cornerstone home, which adopted products such as Upvc window joinery, Mitten insulated vinyl weatherboards and an AC grid tie solar system to complement the energy efficiency of the Cornerstone Building System.

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“The best way to have an energy efficient home heating system is to have an energy efficient house.

“We live in a cold environment in Central Otago and I have seen far too many people build cold houses and are disappointed because they think a new house is instantly warm. Not true,” says Taylor.

“We are noticing how stable the temperature is in every corner of our Cornerstone house no matter day or night. It’s a pleasurable living environment and easy to heat.”

Taylor says constructing the Cornerstone home was simple, and just as fast as a timber framed house.

“The cost of the build was also on par with a typical standard house with all the benefits of lower heating and power costs. I would have no hesitation in building a Cornerstone home

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BUILDING » Certfied Builders Otago Fundraiser

Builders chip in for Rescue Trust Jo Bailey Around 20 members of Certified Builders Otago have pooled their time and talents to raise $80,000 for the Otago Rescue Helicopter Trust.

Over two weekends the builders constructed a three-bedroom house in the Mitre 10 MEGA Dunedin carpark.

The house was later auctioned and sold to a local family for $195,000 who intend to move it to their holiday spot in Cromwell.

Andrew McGeady, president of Certified Builders Otago and director of McGeady Builders, says it is the third time the group has partnered with Mitre 10 on a charity build fundraiser, and the team involved was delighted with the outcome.

“The first couple of charity builds raised around $60,000 each so it was fantastic to be able to hand over $80,000 this time.”

He says the collaboration with Mitre 10 was again critical to the success of the event.

“Mitre 10 are great supporters of the project and we have a common goal to do something positive for the community.

“They negotiate some really good deals and donations from suppliers.”

McGeady says the core team of 20 Certified Builders Otago members made short work of the construction process, with up to 90 percent of the house completed in just five-and-a-half days.

“We started on a Thursday evening, and by the end of Friday, with some help from Otago Polytechnic students, the house was ready to be roofed. By the end of the weekend it was wrapped up and ready for windows.”

During the following week, sub-contractors including plumbers and electricians “did their bit”, with the Certified Builders team back the next weekend to install windows, clad the exterior and fully line the interior.

“A few of us spent a couple of evenings finishing off bits and pieces and it was ready to go.”

McGeady says there was a lot of public interest in the initiative, with up to 14 bidders registered for the auction, and numerous other volunteers wanting to get involved.

“I was rung up by all sorts of people who wanted to help. A lot of local businesses provided food and drink so we were well fed right throughout the project.”

As well as big events such as the charity builds, Certified Builders Otago also runs smaller fundraisers for the community.

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“Mitre 10 are great supporters of the project and we have a common goal to do something positive for the community. They negotiate some really good deals and donations from suppliers.”

Last year a golf day it hosted raised $5,000 for Otago Rescue Helicopter Trust, and $2,000 towards an Apprenticeship Scholarship Trust, which provides hardship grants and excellence awards to local apprentices.

Although the members of Certified Builders involved with these projects are effectively in competition with each other in their day-to-day work, McGeady says they enjoy teaming up for community projects.

“We get on well and often work in together when it comes to our businesses anyway, ringing each other up if we need advice or are a bit short on labour.”

McGeady has been president of the branch for the last 18 months, which has around 40 members.

He says the profile of Certified Builders continues to grow, with more people becoming aware of what the organisation stands for, and the benefits of dealing with its members.

“You can’t become a member of Certified Builders unless you are fully trade qualified, which provides a lot of reassurance for clients.

They can be certain their Certified Builder has undergone regular professional development and is up to date with the latest regulations.

All of our members can offer the Homefirst 10 year Builders Guarantee on new homes and alterations, which gives added confidence.”

With the organisation growing nationwide, he says members have a bigger voice, and can have an influence on the overall betterment of the industry.

It will be at least another two or three years before Certified Builders Otago takes on another charity build. However the group is on the look out for smaller community projects to go on with, says McGeady.

“We enjoy doing things for the community and all have the skills. Ultimately the best thing we can do for them is build.”

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Members of Certified Builders Otago constructed a three-bedroom house in the Mitre 10 MEGA Dunedin carpark which was auctioned and raised $80,000 for the Otago Rescue Helicopter Trust.

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BUILDING » Hybrid Homes

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No compromise on sustainability Jo Bailey A new hillside show home in Christchurch’s seaside suburb of Sumner will highlight the best in design and energy efficient features offered by awardwinning company Hybrid Homes.

Business owner Natalia Harrington says construction of the contemporary home with passive solar design, should get underway in three to five months.

“The house will feature thermally broken construction with building materials that provide a nice mixture of texture and interest combined with sustainable credentials.

“A solar power system will provide some electricity and hot water generation to the home, with other active systems including grey water recycling and a small rainwater collection system also included.”

Natalia Harrington and her husband Jamie started Hybrid Homes in Nelson in 2006, where they settled after emigrating from the UK in 2004.

“We were looking for an efficient, sustainable home but discovered they didn’t exist at the time.

The only option was to create one ourselves.”

Between them the Harringtons have a strong background in business, finance and project management so saw an opportunity to bring a similar design-and-build concept to the market.

“We set up the company, and after engaging specialist architects and engineers, developed what has become a sought after product,” she says.

Three years ago Hybrid Homes opened a second branch in Christchurch which is also going from strength to strength.

“Most of our work in Christchurch is new builds which are often on tricky sites such as hillsides, TC2 or TC3 land.”

Back in Nelson, the company opened what it believes to be the first “positive energy” sustainable architecturally designed eco-home to be built in a city environment.

“We built this home to show it is possible to be non-reliant on mains power and water heating without compromising on design quality and lifestyle.”

Electricity is generated by a 7.5kw solar power system with 30 solar panels.

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“We built this home to show it is possible to be non-reliant on mains power and water heating without compromising on design quality and lifestyle.” putting its energy efficient features to the test.

“The house is performing really well and producing more energy than we’re using.

“At the end of winter we will have been in residence for a year and will be able to apply for official certification as an energy positive house,” she says.

Sustainability is not something Hybrid Homes is prepared to compromise on.

The firm has grown a reputation for its innovative design methods and construction techniques and has come up with a list of 10 “essential ingredients” that make up a sustainable home.

Clients on a budget can also access these principles through the firm’s affordable Modular Ekohome range.

“The Ekohomes are a high quality, cost-effective

solution, delivered by the same teams, which still offer flexibility in terms of design,” says Natalia.

Hybrid Homes is a member of the Green Building Council and offers in-house certification for Homestar and Lifemark.

The firm is also an award-winning member of Registered Master Builders, taking out a national award in the Sustainable Homes under $500,000 category in 2012, along with a Local Category award and several gold, gold reserve and lifestyle awards for a range of projects the same year.

“We have just entered a few projects in the 2015 awards, which is the first time since 2012 which was very successful for the company.

“These awards are a great platform to showcase our bespoke-designed, eco-friendly homes, that deliver comfort, cost saving benefits and a beautiful environment to live in.”

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New branding reflects philosophy Jo Bailey Derek Paterson says rebranding the Christchurch building firm he owns with son Tristan was a “good experience”.

“We employed a company to help with the new branding, who after talking with us came up with three key values of sustainability, strength and safety – and the name S3 Construction.

“It’s a good reflection of our philosophy, which is to build strong sustainable buildings in the proper way, using quality materials that can withstand the forces of nature.”

The father-and-son team started the business in 2001 and went through the rebranding exercise in March last year.

Both have vast experience in residential and commercial construction, and were working as project and senior managers on large commercial projects when they decided to join forces.

“We had had enough of what we were doing and were keen to team up. Since then we have built numerous architectural houses and commercial buildings including quite a lot of work for Air New Zealand.”

In more recent times, the firm has got into earthquake repair and rebuild work, almost by default, he says.

“For the first 18 months after the earthquakes we still had a lot of our own projects on the go,” says Derek.

“It wasn’t until an insurance company asked us to do some work for them that we got into repair work and it became all consuming pretty quickly.”

S3 Construction has been involved in several challenging projects including the demolition and reconstruction of commercial buildings, as well as repairs and rebuilds to many hillside homes.

“These projects are bread and butter to us. We believe there is nothing that can’t be built – some jobs are just a bit more difficult than others.

“This philosophy combined with years of experience means we often find easier and more cost effective ways to do things.”

The firm is currently working on the structural repair of a Cashmere home; is demolishing and rebuilding another home on the Port Hills; and has a new hillside build on the books.

In the commercial line it has just completed a warehouse fit-out for engineering company

S3 Construction has been involved in several challenging projects including the demolition and reconstruction of commercial buildings, as well as repairs and rebuilds to many hillside homes.

Geotechnics Ltd, which incorporated a new office complex for 30 people.

S3 Construction handled the design, consenting and construction of this fast-tracked project, which was completed from “start to finish” in just three months.

Derek Paterson has been in the building game for 52 years, and has only come off the tools in the last four years.

“The work has trebled since we’ve done that, as I can give people a lot more time.

“A big part of my role is attending site meetings with other consultants and trying to help people process their work requirements through the system so they can get their earthquake rebuild or repair underway.”

The Patersons have deliberately kept the familiy firm on the smaller side, employing five versatile builders.

“Many Christchurch firms have given in to the temptation to upsize. However we have always prided ourselves on quality and giving people good

honest service, so decided staying small was the best way to maintain complete control.

“It works well, as around 65 percent of our portfolio is referral work and repeat business from clients we work for again and again.”

Although the senior member of the team, Derek Paterson says his son is fast becoming the mainstay of the company. “Tristan works really hard, is good with people and produces quality work. We are both happy to be doing our bit in a small way to help Christchurch recover.”

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Firm’s focus switching to next phase Kelly Deeks While Christchurch residential construction company Chris Fifield Building has been busy on Fletcher EQR earthquake repairs for the past four years, the company is now starting to get more heavily involved in new builds.

Chris Fifield Building officially began in 2008, with Fifield’s passion for renovations and extensions, particularly working with character homes, stemming from all he learned while completing his apprenticeship with Steve Mowat Building in Dunedin.

There he was given the opportunity to gain vast experience in home maintenance and renovations, before he headed over to Ireland where he continued to gain more building experience while indulging his other passion, playing rugby.

Fifield moved back to New Zealand in 2006 and began work on renovating villas and constructing high spec townhouses in Christchurch before setting up his own company. He started as a one man band, then as the company’s workload grew, he took on an apprentice, who has now finished his training and is still with the company.

Chris Fifield Building grew quickly following the first of Christchurch’s earthquakes in 2010, and now the company has a team of 12 staff, including one apprentice.

Fifield says character home renovations require a high level of care and detail in finishing, and he and his team has the skills, dedication, and flexibility which these projects require.

“We also offer to our clients pride in our work, reliability, and honesty,” he says. “We know how to build and we stand behind our work 100%. If there’s a problem, we deal with it.”

As well as Chris Fifield Builders being a Platinum member of the Certified Builders Association of New Zealand, Fifield is also a Gold member of the association, which recognises his qualification as a carpenter, and a Licensed Building Practitioner.

As the Fletcher EQR repair work draws to a close, Chris Fifield Building is now working directly with insurance companies on earthquake repairs, and has also picked up some new builds this year.

Fifield says these projects have come about mainly due to word of mouth and repeat business.

Chris Fifield Building has wide experience in repair work and new builds.

“A lot of people whose houses we have been repairing have gone on to do other things, which we’ve been asked to complete for them as well, including new builds, renovations, and extensions.”

Chris Fifield Building is currently working on two new builds, including a large, two storey four apartment block on Dyers Pass Road, and a 220sqm, four-bedroom brick house in Rolleston.

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Top marks for Nelson apprentice Kelly Deeks Nelson Bays residential building company Inch Building boasts one of New Zealand’s top tradesmen, with building apprentice Josh Gardiner taking out the title of regional champion in the Industry Training Association Building (ITAB) apprentice of the year for the second year in a row.

In the eight hour regional contest, competitors were required to follow technical plans, calculate angles, and meet health and safety requirements while constructing a variety of different aspects of building a house, including wall frames, flooring, a door, and a staircase.

Gardiner’s structure was determined to be closest to the plans he was given, and he went on to represent Nelson in the competition’s national challenge.

Gardiner is in the final year of his apprenticeship and says once he is qualified, he hopes to continue to work at Inch Building and continue to improve.

“I encourage every apprentice to have a go at the competition,” he says.

“It was really fun, a great confidence booster, I learned heaps and got to meet a whole lot of apprentices from around New Zealand.”

Inch Building founder Jason Inch has been in business for the past 19 years with his background in the building industry dating back to the year he left Waimea College 1987.

He worked as a hammer hand for a year or so, then started an apprenticeship with Lovell Brown Building, which he completed in December 1992.

He now runs a team of long serving, trade qualified builders and together they have been involved in numerous high quality architectural projects, including some award winners, around the Nelson and Bays area.

He says he and the team love the challenge of building a custom designed, bespoke house where everything is different from the previous project.

“It was really fun, a great confidence booster, I learned heaps and got to meet a whole lot of apprentices from around New Zealand.”

“I haven’t done two jobs the same, and that’s where my interest lies,” he says.

“We also do work in extensions, renovations, maintenance and repairs, hard landscaping, and light commercial.”

Inch Building has built up a base of repeat clients and architects over the years, with Inch saying the company’s reputation relies on quality of craftsmanship.

“You can’t sacrifice that for anything, and that’s where we get our repeat business,” he says.

“The relationships we have with our clients and architects are also very important to Inch Building.

We start out as strangers and by the end of the project we become friends.”

Inch Building was recognised at the Nelson Marlborough NZIA Architecture Awards this year, winning the people’s choice award for the construction of the Arthouse Architecture designed house Kashiwa.

Kashiwa, located on a site with views across Tasman Bay, combined a variety of timber elements with macrocarpa, hoop pine plywood, oak, and cedar all used in the building.

“For me it’s an important award because it came from the public,” Inch says.

He says he and the team enjoyed having the ability to work with timber on the project.

“That’s what we like, creating something amazing out of natural products,” he says.

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New company builds on experience Kelly Deeks One of Marlborough’s oldest company’s workforce is continuing with a different name and ownership, with Nelson’s Scott Construction backing the remaining personnel of TH Barnes to continue its work in commercial and high end residential construction.

TH Barnes was originally established in 1946, but closed its doors at the end of March last year.

The doors reopened the next working day as Scott Construction Marlborough. The new, 24 strong Blenheim-based Scott Construction team has an impressive combined experience of working on more than 115 major projects completed in Marlborough over the past nearly 40 years.

The Scott Construction Marlborough team is led by general manager John Tovey, formerly TH Barnes’ construction manager.

Tovey has partnered with Scott Construction’s managing director Justin Candish in establishing the Marlborough operation.

Tovey is a highly experienced construction professional, joining the industry full time in 1998 after completing his degree at Canterbury University. Since then he has managed more than 85 major projects.

He says the transition from TH Barnes to Scott Construction Marlborough was fairly seamless largely due to some long nights and weekends pulling it together with Justin in preparation for the changeover.

“I had been with TH Barnes for about five years,” he says. “We’d been through the recession, we’d worked hard to maintain our good reputation and rebuilt a well balanced team, and I felt there was some unfinished business for us to complete in Marlborough.”

The key players from the TH Barnes team, including site manager and estimator Brett Molloy, site foremen Neil Phillips, Dion Taylor, and Tim Herd, weren’t keen on the idea of the team being diluted amongst the local competitors.

Candish agreed, and Scott Construction Marlborough was established on April 1, 2014.

Tovey says the new company is running with greater efficiency and lower overheads thanks in

Scott Construction Marlborough has been heavily involved in seismic strengthening work, recently completing the largest seismic strengthening project in Marlborough on Porse House in Blenheim.

part to the support of administration resources from Scott Construction’s Nelson office.

Scott Construction Marlborough has a varied portfolio of completed projects, with Tovey saying nothing is too big or too small in the current market.

“We do a lot of maintenance work, but then we also do multi-million dollar vineyard and office fit-out projects as well,” he says.

“We’re geared up to take on commercial projects, but on the other hand we’re also building a new 600sqm two-storey house at the moment,” says Tovey.

Scott Construction Marlborough has also been heavily involved in seismic strengthening work, recently completing the largest seismic strengthening project in Marlborough on Porse House, one of only a handful of multi-storey buildings in Blenheim.

The $2 million strengthening project was completed in 2014, with The Radio Network tenant continuing to broadcast from the six-storey building throughout the project.

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Seismic technology at cutting edge Kelly Deeks Ceiling products and installation specialist Hush Interiors is heavily involved in the rebuild of Canterbury with some major projects recently completed in which the company has been able to demonstrate its competence in dealing with seismic design challenges.

Hush Interiors was established in February 2007 by Keith Hogg and Paul Matthews, to focus on quality ceiling installations and associated products including thermal insulation, acoustics and wall partitioning.

The company has grown quickly and has established a reputation for reliable service, meeting deadlines, and having a proactive attitude to solving problems for the client, the architect, and project managers.

Hush Interiors is now under new ownership bringing in new motivation and resources to further grow the business.

Hogg is still at the helm as general manager, along with the same team.

Hush Interiors installs all the leading brands of suspended ceilings, wall partitioning systems, and other specialist interior products such as thermal insulation, autex acoustics, and pinboards for schools.

In 2011 Hush Interiors was voted the best commercial installation project in New Zealand and Australia at the Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries of New Zealand (AWCI) Awards of Excellence for its work on the Air New Zealand Christchurch Airport Lounge.

Then in 2013 and 2014 Hush Interiors won the AWCI Awards of Excellence Heritage Project, first for its work on the Carlton Hotel Restoration Project then for its work on the Isaac Theatre Royal.

Hush Interiors ended a successful 2014 with three major projects nearing completion.

These include the fit-out of the Warren and Mahoney designed EA Networks Centre in Ashburton.

The seismically designed base ceilings installed by Hush Interiors throughout the 151 Cambridge Terrace building are not attached to any perimeter walls to allow for movement during an earthquake.

Hush Interiors supplied and installed several different ceilings through the 8000sqm multidiscipline sports facility, which combines indoor netball courts, an aquatic centre, and a gymnasium into a single state-of-the-art building.

Hogg says due to the nature of the ceiling, the fastener hangers had to be pre-drilled before the roof went on.

“For a relatively small increase in seismic loading, the risk of severe damage or collapse from an earthquake event can be significantly reduced, and often this results in only a small increase in seismic bracing.”

“We came up with a solution to solve some construction issues and put a proposal forward to Warren and Mahoney,” he says.

Hush Interiors then put its seismic compliances to the test in the fit-out of 151 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch, the building being touted as the safest building in Christchurch due to its earthquake protection systems, including base isolation.

The seismically designed base ceilings, which have been installed by Hush Interiors throughout the building, are not attached to any perimeter walls, to allow for movement during an earthquake.

Hush Interiors also completed the office space fit -ut work for Deloitte on levels four and five, with seismic internal partitions and high spec acoustic ceilings.

This project was completed for Southbase Construction.

Hush Interiors worked with Southbase again on another large and seismically designed project, supplying and installing the suspended ceilings through the St Margaret’s College Winchester Precinct.

Hogg says while Hush Interiors has been busy repairing and replacing earthquake damaged suspended ceilings, it is now more important than ever to ensure ceilings are designed to meet earthquake standards.

“For a relatively small increase in seismic loading, the risk of severe damage or collapse from an earthquake event can be significantly reduced, and often this results in only a small increase in seismic bracing,” he says.

“The seismic design challenges continue from project to project, and with the variety of engineers coming up with unique ways of constructing ceilings.

“At Hush Interiors we have picked up a lot and are conversant with the new technology that is being used .”

Hush Interiors is now working on Spitfire Square, the new retail and service hub at Christchurch Airport, as well as a Calder Stewart site and Consortium Construction projects in the CBD. Hush Interiors is a Site safe member and a member of AWCI, the Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries of New Zealand.

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CONTRACTING » Bobby’s Drainage

July 2015 Business South

‘Bobby’ gets stuck into the rebuild Kelly Deeks With his own rebuild experience thankfully now behind him, Andy Temple of Christchurch’s Bobby’s Drainage is now enjoying making a difference with every project he completes.

Temple is a drain layer with some 14 years’ experience, and has also been involved in the construction industry for about 20 years.

He formed Bobby’s Drainage eight years ago, when the plumbing and drainage company he was working for closed down due to the effects of the global recession. He took on the last couple of drainage customers and has since built up a base of loyal and regular customers, as well as subcontracting to commercial and residential drainage company McKay Moore Drainage, owned by Temple’s brother -in-law Mark Moore.

“A lot of the work we’re doing for McKay Moore Drainage is earthquake rebuilds in the eastern suburbs,” Temple says.

“We are doing work for building companies, and also a lot of commercial projects.”

Bobby’s Drainage works throughout Canterbury, with a particular focus on jobs from Temple’s home of Kaiapoi and north, and also the Selwyn district.

The company takes care of all drainage requirements, from blocked drains, to drainage for new homes and alterations, rural and light commercial drainage services, trenching and helping with new home phone, power, and water supplies, general earthworks, and even septic tank installations, maintenance, and upgrades.

Bobby’s Drainage uses only the best equipment, and Temple owns a 1.7 tonne digger which is the most used piece of equipment with the ability to get around the residential sites. When bigger gear is required, Smiths Hire in Kainga always has available what Bobby’s Drainage needs.

Temple generally runs Bobby’s Drainage with one or two staff, and in the early days he was helped out regularly by his father Brian Temple, known as Poppy. Poppy has spent less time working for Bobby’s Drainage over the past couple of years while he’s been dealing with his own rebuild. Now 75 years old, Poppy is still very active in the Kaiapoi Rugby Club.

Bobby’s Drainage works throughout Canterbury, with a particular focus on jobs from the Kaiapoi and Selwyn districts.

Temple is also an avid rugby fan and when not working, he used to be found playing for the Kaiapoi Senior rugby team, where “Bobby” was his on-field rugby nickname.

He is now president of Kaiapoi Rugby Club, and has been for the past four years.

With his own experiences of the rebuild now resolved, then followed by helping out his parents with their ongoing rebuild issues, Temple is well placed to approach Bobby’s Drainage rebuild projects with a sympathetic attitude.

“I’ve been through it myself,” he says.

“We were red zoned out of Kaiapoi and had to rebuild in Southbrook, Rangiora, then I’ve been with my parents through their fight to get

their house rebuilt. “Being involved in it now with Bobby’s Drainage, I can see a bit of positivity in it for the people now getting their work done.

“Every job we do makes a difference.”

“We were red zoned out of Kaiapoi and had to rebuild in Southbrook, Rangiora, then I’ve been with my parents through their fight to get their house rebuilt. Being involved in it now with Bobby’s Drainage, I can see a bit of positivity in it for the people now getting their work done.”

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Greg enjoying going out on his own Jo Bailey After a long career working in the civil and mining sectors, including 10 years spent intermittently in Europe and Australia, Greg McDonnell knew the time was right to set up his own Alexandra-based contracting company.

“I was confident I had the knowledge and contacts built up over the years to go out on my own so decided towards the end of last year to give it a crack.”

He and wife Amy and their three young children had just returned to Alexandra from Australia, where Greg had spent over a year working on motorway tunnel projects in Brisbane, and 18 months in the mines in Western Australia.

On their return, the couple ordered a brand new Case 14.5 tonne excavator from suppliers Advanceqiup in Gore.

When it arrived from Japan just before Christmas, they launched Greg McDonnell Contracting.

“The excavator is really versatile with a range of attachments and three different sized buckets that allows us to offer a wide range of services in addition to general earthmoving.”

The attachments include a thumb which is ideal for picking up trees and building rock walls; a post vibrator and spike for driving fence posts; and a ripper which makes short work of removing large trees, or big tree roots. It also has a blade which is ideal for track work.

For irrigation projects, Greg uses the ripper in conjunction with an attached mole plough to enable poly pipes up to 63mm to be ripped into the ground rather than excavated.

“This method is becoming popular for irrigation projects and stockwater schemes in Central Otago and we expect our workload in these markets to continue to grow.”

The company recently completed a fortnight’s work in the Maniototo putting in pipelines and cables for three new pivot irrigators on a large-scale dairy farm.

Greg says agricultural jobs like this is the firm’s speciality, with other services including everything from farm maintenance, drainage works, trenching,

Agricultural jobs are the firm’s speciality, with other services including everything from farm maintenance, drainage works, trenching, ditch clearing and building small irrigation ponds, to forming farm and back country tracks, putting in fenceposts and fencelines, and clearing land. ditch clearing and building small irrigation ponds, to forming farm and back country tracks, putting in fenceposts and fencelines, and clearing land.

“I’ve definitely targeted the farming sector.

“There are a lot of new dairy farms going in down here, so I also hope to pick up a bit of maintenance work over the quieter part of the season.”

Land clearing, soil spreading, digging service trenches and building small dams for lifestyle blocks are also keeping the firm busy, as well as landscaping works for a large building firm in Alexandra.

“Our compact digger has zero tailswing, which makes it ideal for landscaping projects.

“It can get into a lot of nooks and crannies other machines can’t.”

The excavator is transported to the job sites with the firm’s own six wheeler truck-and-transport trailer.

Greg McDonnell Contracting has ready access to all types of aggregates, and can work with other companies to provide additional machinery and pipe layers if required.

The firm has already competed multiple projects for some clients.

Greg says he is looking forward to forging strong relationships with many more farmers and other clients, particularly in the Maniototo and Central Otago areas.

Greg says that he plans to continue operating as a one-man-band in the meantime (apart from his wife Amy’s help with the administration), then will evaluate whether to invest in more new plant or staff.

“I’m open to growth but I’m not thinking about it too much for the next 12 months or so.

“Things are going along nicely, and at this stage I’ll just continue to focus on providing a quality job with a quality finish.”

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CONTRACTING » Millenium Electrical

July 2015 Business South

Firm at forefront of electrical work Kelly Deeks Electrical design, installation, and maintenance company Millennium Electrical is continuing its strong involvement at the heart of the rebuild of Canterbury, with its design team, engineers, and skilled tradesmen providing innovative, power based engineering solutions to essential rebuild projects.

Millennium Electrical has recently put together some innovative exchange solutions for the Spark generator upgrade on Hereford Street, a 14-month project which overhauled and reconfigured Spark’s generation systems which were damaged in the earthquake.

Millennium Electrical contract services manager Shane Dyer says the new, fully automated system allows for back up options in the event of an earthquake, without the need for a technician to fix it manually.

“This is providing a continuity of service for the exchange, which covers two thirds of the nation, from Bluff in the south to Taupo in the north,” he says.

Dyer says the project, which was completed at the end of last year, required a real risk management process as the system needed to be tested on a live network, which carries not only Spark’s but all telecommunications providers’ services.

Millennium Electrical is now working on the electrical and automation for the Central Plains Water Enhancement Scheme, which is due to be up and running in September.

Millennium Electrical is completing the stage one pump irrigation with 10 pump stations using energy out of the Orion network to bring water from the top of the Rakaia River straight to the gates of Canterbury farmers, to irrigate 60,000ha of farm land.

Millennium Electrical is completing the stage one pump irrigation for the Central Plains Water Enhancement Scheme.

Dyer says it is a great project for Millennium Electrical to be involved in, and it won the tender on attributes.

“We’re an all-round company as far as being

a one stop shop, and in this project we are completing the design, the automation, the electrical installation, and the commissioning,” he says.

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Millennium Electrical put together some innovative exchange solutions for the Spark generator upgrade on Hereford Street. electrical service sector for more than 35 years. His broad base of experience has been gained across many industry sub-sectors including working at management level on numerous large-scale industrial projects, hazardous area installations, PLC/VSD and control system design solutions, and service maintenance engagements.

Evans has been with Millennium Electrical for 16 years, and with a background as a registered electrical fitter has more than 30 years of experience across all aspects of the industry.

He has been involved in 11Kv and up to 220Kv systems, refrigeration and air-conditioning, industrial and hazardous installations, telecommunications and data systems, VSD and pneumatic control systems, and PLC installation and programming.

At Millennium Electrical, Evans fills a project management role, working closely with clients and the design team to provide the required electrical solutions.

Dyer has been with Millennium Electrical for 12 years, and has more than 20 years of experience in the electrical industry.

He has worked as project manager on numerous large-scale commercial engagements

including electro/hydraulic elevator installations and maintenance, general electrical installation, VSD motor drive programming and servicing, and electrical automation for heavy industry.

He has also had experience in switchboard manufacturing.

As contract services manager, Dyer leads the Millennium Electrical team and is the primary client liaison in sub-contractor type engagements.

Millennium Electrical has three engineers on staff who work alongside Evans and Dyer.

The company offers a point of difference as a one-stop-shop seeing projects through from design to installation, and including project management.

Installation staff include senior electricians with commercial and industrial skills, and four apprentices taking advantage of the company’s very strong apprentice programme.

“We take a lot of pride in our apprentice programme,” says Green.

“We follow them through and monitor their progress, both at polytech and on work sites.”

Green says that a Millennium Electrical apprenticeship follows a similar programme to what he, Dyer, and Evans all went through themselves in their training.

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CONTRACTING » Nayland Scaffold and Crane

July 2015 Business South

Scaffolding expert has it all covered Kelly Deeks The top of the South Island’s largest supplier of scaffolding services, Nelson’s Nayland Scaffold and Crane, is now an independent company, having moved on from its construction company roots and now focused on doing what it does best.

Nayland Scaffold and Crane brings to its residential, commercial, and industrial clients more than 30 years’ of construction industry experience.

The company is a proud member of Scaffolding and Rigging New Zealand, (SARNZ) ensuring customers using its services can be assured the company meets the industry standards as outlined in the Best Practice Guidelines for Scaffolding.

Nayland Scaffold and Crane manager Jonny Benbow says the company’s main focus is providing commercial and industrial scaffold and crane solutions.

Nayland Scaffold and Crane specialises in providing all terrain cranes, and getting into tight sites or over rough ground.

“These cranes are also perfect for day-to-day work around housing and construction sites,” Benbow says.

He says the company prides itself on a high standard of health and safety, to meet the expectations of all of its clients.

Changes to requirements and enforcement brought about by the Ministry of Business, Innovation, and Employment’s Preventing Falls from Height project have had a huge effect on residential scaffolding, which is a small but important part of Nayland Scaffold and Crane’s business.

“It has been a positive change across the industry,” he says.

“We have always worked safely, and our staff are well trained in health and safety issues. A lot of the large companies we work for have very high health and safety expectations, so we have worked to those standards. You’ve got to do everything practical to stop someone falling.”

Nayland Scaffold and Crane continues to be a market leader for domestic scaffolding requirements for the Nelson/Marlborough region, providing prompt service and the ability to scaffold anything.

Benbow says Nelson has had a good year in terms of commercial, industrial, and civil construction, with more projects underway than any time over the past 10 years.

Nayland Scaffold and Crane provides commercial and industrial scaffold and crane solutions.

“Last year we had one of our better winter periods, with a lot of commercial building, and bigger jobs like multi-storey buildings and retirement villages,” he says.

“Winter is traditionally a quiet period where we mainly work on general maintenance projects.”

Over the summer Nayland Scaffold and Crane was busy completing projects for the ICC Cricket World Cup. This involved installing temporary structures such as seating and commentary boxes into Nelson’s Saxton Stadium, as well as travelling

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CONTRACTING » CS Roofing Canterbury

July 2015 Business South

Roofs provide the ‘crowning glory’ Kelly Deeks Locally owned and operated family business CS Roofing Canterbury has a team of up to 35 installers specialising in architectural residential and commercial roofing around the Canterbury region.

The company was established in 2009 by Nathan and Jenny Maxwell.

When Calder Stewart Roofing closed its Christchurch installation arm to focus solely on manufacturing, branch manager Nathan Maxwell took on its existing customers and began installing the products.

CS Roofing Canterbury has a highly trained and qualified project management and installation team, some with more than 30 years of experience in the roofing industry.

There are 11 Licensed Building Practitioners on the team, and there is an LBP assigned to each job to ensure the quality of the work carried out meets all the legal requirements.

Nathan Maxwell knows the importance of having a skilled work force, and is putting a great amount of effort into training the staff, with three apprentices on board at the moment.

Also keen to be known as an equal rights employer, CS Roofing Canterbury has a point of difference with two female spouting installers.

“They are very skilled at their jobs and are often specifically requested for the job by repeat clients.”

Maxwell says the team prides itself on its quality workmanship, and the installers working on the architectural profiles see themselves as craftsmen rather than just roofers.

CS Roofing Canterbury is situated in Klondyke Drive and has a show wall in the workshop which is dedicated to the different roofing profiles and colour range.

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CS Roofing Canterbury handles a wide variety of roofing profiles to suit all applications.

“This allows clients to call in and have an up close and personal look at the different options available.”

Maxwell says while a roof can be many things to many different people, to a lot of CS Roofing Canterbury’s clients it is the “crowning glory” of the project.

In the commercial roofing market, which Maxwell says accounts for about 75% of CS Roofing Canterbury’s work, building owners should seek a high performance profile such as Calder Stewart Roofing’s Mega 5.

“At an impressive 51mm rib height, Mega 5 offers one of the tallest profiles available in New Zealand. It is ideal for commercial building designs which incorporate low pitches and large purlin spacing, which the high span Mega 5 profile was developed to fit,” he says.

For the residential market, a new Calder Stewart product Heritage Tray hit the market in the middle of last year, after customers were asking for a midrange, economical roofing design that differed from the traditional corrugate.

Maxwell says an elegant and economical roofing profile Heritage Tray is a “good looking product at a good price.

“It requires no additional plywood substrate which reduces costs, and it can be roll formed on site, which makes it an attractive logistical option for larger construction projects.”

Maxwell says another popular Calder Stewart product is Solar Rib, New Zealand’s only roofing profile specifically designed to generate electric power through the use of photovoltaic laminate (PVL) solar panel technology.

He says Solar Rib is and an “attractive profile offering elegant looks”.

“It’s similar to the EuroTray profiles from a distance, but at a more competitive price point.”

It has primarily been designed for the installation of PVL panels for solar power and can be installed without the PVL and retro-fitted with the solar laminate added on to the profile at a later time.

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CONTRACTING » Direct Roofing Company

July 2015 Business South

Company thrives on customer focus Kelly Deeks Celebrating 10 years in business in August this year, Dunedin’s Direct Roofing Company is a leading provider of new roof installations, wall cladding, flat tray roofing, reroofs, butynol roofs, decks, and roof repairs in the Otago region.

Direct Roofing Company is owned by Mark and Karla Browning, and Tony Keene.

With more than 20 years of industry experience, the partners wanted to bring a customer-focused roofing company to the region.

Direct Roofing Company has earned a reputation for being reliable and efficient, arriving on site at the agreed time and working to strict deadlines to ensure roofs are completed on time, and other work can continue on as scheduled.

“Our teams are experienced and well trained, with the expertise required to handle any job, big or small,” Karla Browning says.

“We are able to supply amazing roofing solutions for both residential and commercial customers.”

Direct Roofing Company is a licensed building practitioner and carries all the necessary insurances, as well as providing a full four-year guarantee on all its workmanship, and standard manufacturers’ warranties on materials.

“We are also happy to provide a free measure and quote service for any project our clients may be undertaking, now or in the future,” she says.

“We recommend our clients obtain at least three quotes so they are guaranteed to get a comparative price.”

Direct Roofing Company has been there for its builder clients over the past 10 years, providing a top quality and hassle-free service which ensures the roof is there on time so the builder can carry on with the build.

“Our aim is to provide an excellent standard of workmanship at a competitive price, while maintaining a strong relationship with our customers,” Karla says.

“This has easily been accomplished and as the years go by and this seems to be easier to achieve, we are always investigating new ways to continually improve our customer service.”

Direct Roofing is now taking on more staff and setting up a roofing crew dedicated to solving roofing problems for the general public.

“About 80% of our work has been in new builds, and we feel the needs of the public have been neglected.

“We want to look after them and make sure they’re not paying for things they don’t need.”

Direct Roofing Company is a leading provider of new roof installations, wall cladding, flat tray roofing, reroofs, butynol roofs, decks, and roof repairs.

The variety and detail involved in the general public’s roofing work gives Direct Roofing Company’s five apprentices the opportunity to gain valuable experience and training.

The apprentices are working through their NZQA apprenticeships with The Skills Organisation and Southern Institute of Technology, ensuring Direct Roofing Company’s future employees will have valuable skills and NZQA qualifications, and the company can continue to provide a top quality service for the Otago region.

In April this year Direct Roofing Company lent its skills to a Mitre 10 MEGA and Certified Builders Association of New Zealand charity project to build a three-bedroom house.

“Our aim is to provide an excellent standard of workmanship at a competitive price, while maintaining a strong relationship with our customers.”

The completed house was opened for viewing to the public before being auctioned off and transported from the Mitre 10 MEGA Dunedin car park in Andersons Bay Road.

The funds raised were donated to the Otago Rescue Helicopter Trust.

This is the second charity project for Direct Roofing Company, which also provided the roofing services e for another charity house build for Mitre 10 MEGA and Certified Builders Association of New Zealand in 2012, this time to raise funds for a University of Otago neurosurgery campaign.

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Quality service the key to success Karen Phelps Powertech has launched a new website which will enable customers around the country to view their electrical products online.

The company’s initial offering includes a range of generators, solar panels and batteries, emergency lighting and LED energy efficient industrial infrastructure lighting products.

Powertech managing director Simon Topp says the point of difference with the company’s online offering is that customers will be offered comprehensive after sales support for products purchased.

“For that reason we have been very selective about what products we will offer for sale online choosing only quality brands for which we can offer excellent backup and support,” he says.

Topp says it is all part of the company focus on customer satisfaction, from the advice its sales people give to product supply, installation and support.

Based in Nelson, Powertech offers a range of consultancy, electrical contracting and engineering services from generators and solar power set ups for the home, through to infrastructure services.

The company’s broad range of services includes electrical engineering and lighting design, power and lighting infrastructure, sports ground and carpark lighting, facility maintenance electrical, traffic signals, vehicle detection, parking meter systems, power supply and solar systems, panels and equipment.

Past projects include building power lines, electrical reticulation for subdivision developments, carparking and roadway lighting.

“We place a lot of emphasis on finding out what outcomes the client wants to achieve. This allows us to recommend the best solution, often this may not be the solution they had thought they needed, but we aim to add value to each project where we can.”

Topp says a huge emphasis is placed on excellence and quality in all aspects of the business.

He believes that good products and services require comprehensive systems to back them up.

An example is the company’s attainment of ACC Tertiary Level accreditation. Powertech is presently in the process of obtaining ISO 9001.

Powertech was founded by Topp and several business partners in 1997.

Today the business is owned solely by Topp and he says the company’s success has been based on offering customers a diverse range of services, particularly important in a smaller market such as Nelson.

The majority of the contracts Powertech undertakes are infrastructure work for local body councils. The company typically undertakes turnkey contracts but also has the flexibility to tackle specific parts of a contract if the client requires.

Topp says that it is testament to the company’s sound track record that Powertech is approved to work on projects for local body councils and line companies, which typically have strict requirements.

He says this means that having the right staff is essential.

“We are passionate about our industry and so we focus on training, in particular, apprentices,” says Topp who says of the 16 staff employed by Powertech approximately one third are apprentices.

“We need the right young people coming into the industry who have the ability to learn.”

Powertech works in the Nelson/Tasman region and Topp is enthusiastic about the prospect of taking product sales nationwide through the company’s new website.

“We have used TradeMe as an experiment to refine our systems around online sales and believe now we are ready to take this aspect of the business forward.

“We are definitely aiming for growth but is a sustainable way.”

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CONTRACTING » Whitestone Contracting

July 2015 Business South

Major upgrade for Badhams Bridge Jo Bailey Major upgrade works to the one-lane, 171 metre Badhams Bridge near Temuka are progressing well after a difficult start to the project, says Shaun Campbell, civil divisional manager of main contractor, Whitestone Contracting Ltd. “There was a hold-up due to some unforeseen ground conditions encountered during the piling stage, which pushed the completion date out to the beginning of April next year,’ says Campbell.

“However the project is now running very well.”

The 1960’s-era bridge spanning the Orari River is being strengthened and widened to two lanes at a cost of $3.29 million.

Works include new piles, construction of a new bridge deck, railings, and road approaches for the bridge, which is on the main access to Fonterra’s Clandeboye Dairy Factory.

Up to 1400 vehicles use the Factory Road bridge every day during summer, with drivers often held up by traffic signals that control the structure.

“Timaru District Council recognised the importance of the route and decided to upgrade the bridge to accommodate increased freight and transport pressure, and future proof it against the potential rise in maximum trucking weights.”

Leading the Whitestone team during the works is site engineer Callan Brash who says the project is more technically challenging than standard bridge building works.

“We are effectively stitching a completely new deck to the existing 1960’s deck while keeping the single lane open throughout,” says Brash.

“This involves constructing two abutments and 10 piers, building a completely new deck on the new side of the bridge and structural topping on the existing lane, then surfacing the entire deck in asphalt,” he says.

The piling works presented the construction team with the first major challenge, as true ground conditions were not confirmed until the first piles were driven.

“The unforeseen ground conditions meant the piles didn’t reach their designed bearing capacity, so some alternative designs had to be drawn up to ensure the bridge is built to its required loading,” says Brash.

The Whitestone team has maintained single lane access throughout almost the entire project, apart from during the abutment works, when it was shut for a short period in consultation with Fonterra.

Shaun Campbell says an “open, honest, team environment” has been the key to the success of the project so far.

The piling works presented the team with the first major challenge, as true ground conditions were not confirmed until the first piles were driven.

“We have a great relationship with stakeholders Fonterra; design consultants Opus; our major subcontractor Dennis Industries; and all the other subbies involved with the project.”

Whitestone employs over 130 staff, with around 70 based in the Waitaki District. Its head office is in Oamaru with offices and depots in Palmerston, Twizel, Tekapo, Fairlie and Alexandra.

The firm invests heavily in the latest technology with recent additions to its fleet including a new asphalt plant and new ground penetrating radar to locate underground services.

Whitestone carries out a wide range of rural and urban projects, including roading and bridges, asphalt and chip sealing, driveways, paths, retaining

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Current projects include civil works for Radius Healthcare’s new aged care facility in Timaru and major subdivision works at The Cairns for Lake Tekapo Enterprises.

The company also does other works for

local authorities inclduing the Waimate, Waitaki, Mackenzie and Timaru District Councils.

Campbell says the company also enjoys completing smaller jobs for private clients.

“We are just as happy to quote for small scale jobs such as fixing or forming driveways, or garden landscaping, as we are for multi-million dollar projects.”

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CONTRACTING » Karton Brick and Block

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Bruce’s team has all the experience Kelly Deeks Timaru’s Karton Brick and Block is using its 16 years of experience working with the Rockcote Resene cladding system in a large project at the McKenzie Lifestyle Village at Geraldine.

Eventually more than 100 architecturally designed villas at the village will be exterior clad with Rockcote.

The application of Rockcote Resene cladding systems accounts for about half of Karton Brick and Block’s overall workload.

As a licensed Rockcote applicator for the past 16 years, company managing director Bruce Karton says it is a popular product and a big part of his business.

The company’s expertise with the system has seen it win multiple awards at the National Rockcote Systems annual conference awards, including the Southern Master Plasterer of the Year in 2009.

Karton says the Karton Brick and Block’s reputation for completing high quality workmanship, and the fact it has worked on several Registered Master Builders House of the Year Award winning homes means the company picks up Rockcote awards most years.

Karton Brick and Block was established as a brick and block laying business more than 60 years ago by Bruce’s father Owen, who taught his son the trade when Bruce started his apprenticeship with the company aged 16.

He and his wife Lynette took over the company on Owen’s retirement 17 years ago, then expanded its range of services with interior and exterior plastering.

Three of Karton’s sons have also learned the bricklaying trade from their dad, with one now owning his own business in Tekapo, one working for another Timaru bricklayer, and the other working in Christchurch.

Karton’s daughter Kelly and wife Lynette are still involved in Karton Brick and Block, completing accounts and administration.

Leon Cuthbertson has also been employed recently as project manager.

Karton Brick and Block completes both residential and commercial projects, with a range of services including poly fixing, plastering,

The Rockcote Resene cladding system is being widely used at the new McKenzie Lifestyle Village at Geraldine.

bricks, stonemasonry, blocks and stone supply, in addition to Rockcote applications.

“We have experienced stonemasons on the team who produce stunning stone feature work, both inside and outside the home,” Karton says.

The company has its own yard where it buys and stockpiles schist and Oamaru stone from the West Coast and Central Otago, for sale direct to the public and other contractors.

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Karton Brick and Block also stepped up after the Christchurch earthquakes to complete EQC repairs on earthquake damaged homes and chimneys in Timaru.

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CONTRACTING » Reefton Crane and Construction

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Strong start for new Canty branch Kelly Deeks A new Canterbury branch of a well established West Coast company is going from strength to strength after only nine months in business, providing a much needed range of specialist crane and transport services to the region’s busy construction industry.

Reefton Crane and Construction was established

by West Coasters Peter and Doreen Jopson more than 10 years ago, and has grown with a simple philosophy of focusing on service and keeping its customers happy.

Originally specialising in crane hire and cartage, the company diversified into construction services during the global recession, adding a concrete yard to manufacture tilt slabs and other concrete components, and completing construction work including bridge building and foundations and piling work.

Now with the West Coast economy going through hard times once again, with a declining mining industry and a low milk pay out affecting the amount of construction work being carried out, Reefton Crane and Construction is winding down its construction side to focus back on crane hire, cartage, and the emerging house removal market.

“We are still optimistic and looking ahead,” says Doreen Jopson. “While we are winding down our construction operation, it is still there and when things pick up again, we’ll be ready to go.”

With a wide range of the latest cranes for hire, including Grove, Kato, Kobelco, and Tadano, and a qualified and skilled operator provided with every hire, Reefton Crane and Construction’s services have been in high demand since the Canterbury earthquakes of 2010 and 2011.

“We had a lot of enquiry from Christchurch here in Reefton, so in August last year we established South Cranes, a sister company to Reefton Crane and Construction, operating out of Hoskyns Road in Rolleston,” Jopson says.

“We set up South Cranes with all new plant, including a 120-tonne Crawler crane for large lifting, a Tidd 25 tonne pick and carry crane which is suitable to get into tight areas, and 50-ton Tadano road crane.

“The demand for these cranes has been high, with continuous work and both companies complementing each other, sharing the equipment and experienced, ticketed operators.”

Cartage and house removal are also growth areas for South Cranes in Christchurch, and Reefton Crane and Construction has a proud history of providing cartage services including carrying containers, equipment, and buildings sometimes as far as Auckland.

South Cranes is now focused on heavy haulage of machinery and house removal, offering a complete service including the crane, the truck, and the pilot. South Cranes has a team of six permanent staff, as well as two staff from Reefton also currently helping out full time.

Administration for both companies is taken care of at Reefton Crane and Construction’s new complex on State Highway 69 in Reefton.

The complex includes a fully equipped workshop with Vehicle Testing New Zealand facilities and an engineering shop to take care of all repairs and maintenance.

The Jopsons says they thankful for the ongoing support of the many West Coast business they have worked with over the years, and to the new clients they have developed relationships with since establishing in Canterbury.

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Innovation drives ongoing success Jo Bailey Even after almost 60 years in business, South Otago contracting firm Andrew Haulage 2011 Ltd continues to innovate and expand, says managing director, Colin Calteaux.

“The company was built on providing earthmoving services to the forestry and agricultural industries but has expanded to include a wide range of excavation work, roading and land clearing work.

“Over the last three or four years we’ve really

grown the civil side of the business. You can’t just focus on one thing any more – you have to move sideways in order to keep going.”

Colin Calteaux has well over 40 years experience in the industry and started working for Andrew Haulage 2011 around 15 years ago.

“When I first started the firm had six full time employees in 2000, now we have around 33 which shows how much things have grown in that time.”

Colin Calteaux took over as manager of the company in 2009 following the untimely passing of its founder, Don Andrew.

Colin and wife Lynne purchased the business from the Andrew family in 2011.

“Don believed in constantly expanding the business and reinvesting in machinery which is a strategy I’ve continued on with,” says Colin.

One of the latest additions to the fleet is a horizontal wood chipper, which provides chips for things like wintering barns, stand-off pads and calving pads on dairy farms.

A concrete plant has also recently been added to the operation.

“The plant will enable us to supply certified concrete out of the yard to outside clients.

“We haven’t really advertised it yet, so it is just servicing our own projects at this stage,” says Colin.

The firm has provided services to Rayonier for many years, with earthmoving and roading projects for the forestry giant still accounting for around 35 percent of its business.

Civil works now make up a further 35 percent of Andrew Haulage’s workload, with the balance split between general contracting and rural projects.

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CONTRACTING » Andrew Haulage

July 2015 Business South

Innovation the key to firm’s development • from page 66 Andrew Haulage has developed good relationships with several local authorities in the Otago/Southland region, and currently has around 10 staff working on the upgrade of a 38km water main for Clutha District Council for the Pomahaka Water Scheme.

“The pipes run alongside roadsides and under a lot of private land, so the project has required a lot of consultation with the council and various landowners,” says Colin Calteaux.

Works include the replacement of the old, existing pipes, which don’t have the capacity to meet current demand.

“Our team also has PE welding capabilities which enable us to provide all the services under one roof for these sorts of jobs.”

Other services provided by the company include domestic and commercial site preparation, general roading, land preparation, general farm work and maintenance, dairy conversions, underpasses, boxed culverts, demolitions, and flood protection works.

Andrew Haulage now even does logging and tree felling.

“We recently started a small subsidiary company called Clutha Logging which now has a six-man logging crew providing services to Rayonier.

“The initiative grew from our own small logging team that did road lining work ahead of our forestry roading crew.

“They ended up doing private blocks for another company, and at Christmas time won a contract with Rayonier at a forest down south, where they are now logging 300-400 tonne per day.”

Andrew Haulage has invested heavily in the initiative, purchasing a fully mechanised system to help ensure its long-term viability.

Colin says the skills and commitment of his staff across all areas of the business are critical to its success.

“It can be hard to find good people these days, so you have to look after the ones you’ve got.

“We’ve been doing some work with rugby league star Tawera Nikau and his company Team One which has really helped us to develop a strong company culture.

“Rayonier helped us get into the programme about 18 months ago and we’ve noticed some big changes, with everyone getting on better as a team, and taking real pride in their work.”

Colin’s sons Troy (a foreman who looks after the Rayonier work) and Keiran (who has just finished his civil engineering qualifications at Otago Polytechnic), both work in the business, and his wife Lynne is a mainstay behind the scenes, he says.

“Andrew Haulage has a proud history as a family-run business, and with our sons now involved in the business, we hope that will continue for a long time to come.”

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AUTOMOTIVE » Shepherd and Kime

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Focus on service brings satisfaction Kelly Deeks Christchuirch Panel and paint shop Shepherd and Kime’s skilled technicians have many years of professional experience in the industry, and they aim to get their clients mobile as soon as possible.

Managing director Gerard Kime says Shepherd and Kime staff all work together, to minimise their clients’ worries and concerns, and make their experience hassle free.

“The key is to work alongside our customers so they know what is involved in the repair process and are kept informed of progress,” Kime says.

“Panel and paint repairs are a service, and it’s the attention to service that makes the difference for our customers.”

He says that recent changes to insurance company policies have seen repairers documenting each stage of the repair process with photographs, from the structural repair, to repainting, then reassembly.

These are available for both the client and the insurance company to see the extent of the work has completed on their vehicle.

To provide a service that makes the vehicle repair process hassle free for its clients, Shepherd and Kime offers quotations and loan vehicles for free, pick up and delivery of vehicles, competitive rates and a quick turn around.

Shepherd and Kime has been operating for 48 years, and is able to take on the full spectrum of panel and paint repairs, everything from trolley damage in a supermarket car park, to major collision repairs, and full body re-sprays.

The firm was first established in 1966 by two young panel beaters, Gary Shepherd and Errol Kime, who combined their talents and knowledge

to form their own collision repair centre, which would operate with their motto of ‘the best for panel and paint’.

They quickly built a reputation for high quality panel and paint repairs, and Shepherd and Kime has never looked back.

As business increased, Shepherd and Kime’s Tuam Street location in the central city was added to with the establishment of a second branch in Antigua Street, Addington, and the company grew to 45 staff across the two branches.

In 2006, both Gary Shepherd and Errol Kime retired.

Now the business’ new owners Gerard Kime and Dave Kennedy offer the same commitment and services to their customers.

In 2008, a third Shepherd and Kime branch was opened in Sheffield Crescent, Burnside, offering all services to business and private vehicle owners in the airport area.

The earthquake of February 2011 saw the Tuam Street branch closed due to earthquake damage, and the two remaining branches now employ about 30 staff.

A new building has recently been leased on Antigua Street which has given Shepherd and Kime more workshop space.

Work undertaken at Shepherd and Kime includes panel beating, spray painting, chassis straightening, wheel alignment and balancing, and rust repairs and removal.

As a member of both the New Zealand Collision Repair Association and the Motor Trade Association, Shepherd and Kime offers quality repairs and guaranteed workmanship.

Shepherd and Kime works closely with all insurance companies, and holds preferred repairer status for several of them.

“The key is to work alongside our customers so they know what is involved in the repair process and are kept informed of progress.”

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Tight turnaround on cherry facility Jo Bailey A “very tight” time constraint was no barrier to Dunedin firm EB Engineering Solutions completing its biggest project for the cherry industry in the 20 years it has been servicing the sector, says owner Greg Wansink.

“We were approached by New Zealand Cherry Corporation in April 2014 to discuss building a new cherry packing facility for them,” says Wansink.

“After preliminary layouts and budgets were put forward the decision to proceed was made in August with the new Cromwell facility to be ready early December for the new season.”

He says while this was a short time frame, fortunately the season was running slightly late giving the firm a few days grace with the first

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cherries run through in mid-December.

“Everything worked pretty well from day one with only the normal minor teething problems associated with running a newly custom-designed and built packing facility such as this.”

EB Engineering assisted NZ Cherry to find a suitable 2000sqm building in Cromwell for the new packaging plant, then got to work on the design and layout.

“We provided a full turnkey service, including the layout, coolstores, refrigeration, electrical and mechanical services, along with the design, manufacture and installation of the plant itself.”

The only piece of the processing equipment EB Engineering didn’t manufacture was the optical cherry sizer, which was sourced from Compac of Auckland.

Wansink expects more cherry growers to take

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“The optical sizers have the ability to sort each cherry for size, colour, softness and defects then send them to a designated packing station.” advantage of the benefits this new technology provides and to increase the level of automation in their packhouses.

“The optical sizers have the ability to sort each cherry for size, colour, softness and defects then send them to a designated packing station, resulting in quality cherries in the marketplace and significant labour savings in the packhouse.”

EB Engineering has been working with this technology for the past seven years installing

several Red Pearl optical sizers to suit existing packhouses and equipment where practical, and providing the remaining conveying and packing equipment as necessary.

“With the tight timeframe on this project we recommended the Compac optical sizer, incorporating it into the layout and matching our ancillary equipment to the sizer accordingly.”

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The new New Zealand Cherry packaging plant in Cromwell. EB Enginering provided a full turnkey service, including the layout, coolstores, refrigeration, electrical and mechanical services, along with the design, manufacture and installation of the plant itself.

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ENGINEERING » EB Engineering / Queenstown Engineering

EB Engineering has considerable experience in working in the NZ cherry industry.

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Queenstown Engineering handles a huge variety of projects - such as these ski racks at Coronet Peak.

Quick turnaround on new Firm stays ahead of the game cherry packing facility Kelly Deeks

• from page 70 Wansink says EB Engineering enjoyed a “good relationship’ with its suppliers and sub-contractors which helped to bring the project together in time for the season.

“We were very happy with the end result. The packhouse was designed to run at five tonne per hour, which was exceeded towards the end of the season, putting it at the top end of New Zealand production.

“It is a world-leading cherry packing facility in layout, technology and equipment.”

The short cherry season runs for only a few weeks from December to February each year, so it is essential plant is maintained and running well, says Wansink.

“We deal with most of the cherry growers in

Central Otago with some already looking at new projects to be done before the start of the 2015 season,” says Wansink.

Today diversity is a hallmark of the Dunedin firm, which was forced on it to some degree when a large contract the company had with Kiwirail-Hillside Workshops - providing automated internal and external carriage doors for KiwiRail passenger carriages - ended around three years ago.

“This led to us getting into new industries such as the design and manufacture of Perkinz sheep crutching trailers and handling equipment that we now export to Australia; and Hydrobines (water powered turbines) that can pump water when no power is available.”

The Hydrobines have proved popular for supplying stockwater to remote areas of farms here in New Zealand, and have been utilised to provide water to Pacific Island villages in Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu.

EB Engineering is also kept busy providing

the design and build of conveying, weighing, materials handling and specialised machinery solutions for both small and large operations, including companies such as Allied Press, Blis Technologies, Cadburys, Cottonsoft, Goodman Fielder, Emersons, and Superior Minerals.

“We have a diverse mix of projects in multiple sectors which are great for our team of 11 design and manufacturing staff.

“As a solution-driven company we are always looking at ways we can change or improve things for the many different industries, which presents many interesting challenges.”

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Queenstown Engineering 2009 Limited specialises in all aspects of steel and has been in a growth phase since moving to its own purpose-built premises two years ago.

Company director Allan Foote says today, the company is focused on getting better rather than bigger and is working towards gaining its Steel Fabricator Certification.

He says while certification is currently voluntary, he sees the construction industry moving in such a way that it will one day be a legal requirement.

“In the meantime, our clients will get peace of mind in the knowledge that we are certified fabricators with the appropriate quality management systems in place to consistently produce compliant fabricated products of the required standard.

“By gaining our certification now, we’re staying ahead of the game and will become one of a select group of less than 10 certified steel fabricators so far in New Zealand.”

The Steel Fabricator Certification scheme has been developed in association with Steel Construction New Zealand and Heavy Engineering Research Association.

Foote expects Queenstown Engineering will be certified in the next six months.

Meanwhile the company’s most recent expansion move sees a new bolt store opened at its location on Glenda Drive in Frankton.

Foote says Queenstown Engineering is using such a volume of construction fasteners in its own projects, it seemed like a natural addition to the business to make these available for sale to local trades as well as to the general public.

A showroom has been established in the Queenstown Engineering office and a full range of EDL Fasteners nuts, bolts, and screws is now available for purchase.

Queenstown Engineering was originally established in 2003 as a one-man operation and has now grown to become one of the major engineering companies servicing the construction industry in Central Otago.

The company changed ownership in 2009 and Foote is joined in the directorship of Queenstown Engineering by Justin Taylor, a qualified fitter, turner and machinist with more than 20 years of experience in structural steel, plant maintenance,

transport engineering, certified welding and architectural metalwork.

“Justin coming on board was a big plus for the company,” Foote says.

“By 2013 we had grown out of our building so we designed and built our own engineering workshop with an overhead gantry crane, abrasive blasting and galvanising facilities and the most massive power supply you’ve ever seen.”

Queenstown Engineering handles a huge variety of projects - everything from small shovels to diggers, to building repairs, to shop fit-outs and commercial kitchens, to really intricate metal work, to work for the tourism and visitor industry.

“This includes general repairs and maintenance but we also get to help develop new adventure tourism equipment from time to time,” Foote says.

“They come to us with an idea and we turn it into a usable reality that can be manufactured.”

The Queenstown Engineering team includes 10 staff in the workshop and two in the office, along with Jason Moss who has recently been appointed as an estimator, improving speed and efficiency in getting quotes and prices back to customers.

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ENGINEERING » Gallagher Brothers

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Brothers build up loyal following Kelly Deeks Twin brothers Kevin and Kerry Gallagher are celebrating 30 years in business this year, and as they approach retirement age, are now in the favourable position of having a fine group of regular customers and being able to choose which projects they want to work on.

Kevin and Kerry started in the engineering trade together aged 17 and worked their way up from labourers into the engineering workshop.

They established Gallagher Brothers in 1985.

“We did a lot of site work in the early days, at the likes of Tiwai Point Aluminium Smelter; up in Nelson when they built the big cement works; and at freezing works around Canterbury/South Canterbury,” says Kerry.

“We’d hire crew as we went, then about 20 years ago we bought our first section and workshop out at Sockburn, now most of our work is done in-house.”

Gallagher Brothers grew rapidly, and after 18 years in business, was a recipient of a Deloitte Fast 50 award in the inaugural year of the Deloitte Fast 50 Index, which identifies and celebrates the 50 fastest growing businesses in New Zealand.

In 2001, Gallagher Brothers held place 17 on the Fast 50 Index, having achieved revenue growth for the year of 165.4%.

In 2002, Gallagher Brothers again made the Fast 50 Index, this time coming in at place 41 with revenue growth for that year of 104.2 percent.

“About 20 years ago we bought our first section and workshop out at Sockburn, now most of our work is done in-house.”

At its peak, and before the global recession, Gallagher Brothers had a staff of nine.

Since the recession, like many manufacturers the amount of work has declined.

As staff moved on, Gallagher Brothers didn’t need to replace them, and now the company runs with a staff of three - Kerry and Kevin and their brother Kelly, with extra staff contracted as needed for larger projects.

Having a small crew means they don’t have to find work to keep a large team busy.

Gallagher Brothers specialises in plate rolling, and operates two smaller plate rollers capable of rolling plate up to 20ml and 16ml, and when the demand for thicker plate increased a couple of years ago, the company invested in a new, $220,000 Kappa 4 double pinch four roll hydraulic plate bending machine, capable of bending 40ml thick plate.

With a large band saw in the workshop, Gallagher Brothers cuts lengths for clients, a steel supply store, as well as its own projects.

Gallagher Brothers has recently completed a project at Synlait Milk Dairy Processing Plant at Dunsandel, building a conveyor support for the coal handling conveyor to the plant’s new boiler, provided by RCR Energy Systems.

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BUSINESS SERVICES » New Zealand Sign and Display Association

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There was a great turnout to the New Zealand Sign and Display Association’s 50th anniversary - including many founding and honorary life members.

NZSDA celebrates 50th anniversary Karen Phelps The 19th annual New Zealand Sign and Display Awards not only received the second largest number of entries in the history of the awards ,but also marked the 50th anniversary of the New Zealand Sign and Display Association (NZSDA).

Held in Rotorua, this year a total of 559 entries were judged resulting in the awarding of 15 gold awards, 25 silver awards and 23 bronze awards.

There were 18 classes including digital and nondigital signwriting on vehicles, exhibition stands, glasswork, LED and neon illumination, dimensional signs and traditional handcrafted and lettered signs.

The awards also acknowledged the country’s top apprentices.

“There are outstanding entries every year,” says NZSDA secretary Brian Fairchild.

“Because all awards are given on merit this means that each year we never know how many gold, silver or bronze awards will be achieved.

“The bar is always lifted every year.”

As 2015 is the association’s 50th anniversary the event was attended by founding and honorary life members.

Fairchild says these guests commented on how far the organisation has come since its beginnings 50 years ago.

The New Zealand Sign and Display Association was originally started in 1965 by a small group of signwriters.

Fairchild says that although signwriting associations had existed in both islands since the 1930s this was the first time a national organisation was formed to represent their needs.

“Previously the Painters and Decorators Union had been the only place signwriters could join. The

“Because all awards are given on merit this means that each year we never know how many gold, silver or bronze awards will be achieved. The bar is always lifted every year.”

New Zealand Sign and Display Association saw the formation of a dedicated association to give signwriters a distinct voice,” says Fairchild.

The NZSDA covers the whole spectrum of signmakers: neon, illuminated, handcrafted, technology, construction and design to name but a few.

Over the years the association has played an active and ongoing role as a forum for the exchange of ideas, the development of training, and the dissemination of information and guidance to its members.

Fairchild says that the association has built an enviable reputation with many government offices as well as Standards New Zealand, the New Zealand Qualifications Authority and other statutory organisations and local authorities, acting as the official channel of communication between the industry and these bodies on matters of commercial, technical or economic policies affecting the sign and display industry.

For many years the association has assisted with apprenticeship administration, approval of

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training establishments, training prescriptions and standards and supporting the Industry Training Organisation to enable apprenticeship training to continue under the Industry Training Act. In more recent years Fairchild says that the association has been responsible for creating NZQA approved unit standards for a National Certificate in Signmaking including computer graphics, hand lettering and electric signmaking elective strands.

Fairchild says that the NZSDA’s policy of quality and commitment to the customer is not only in the best interests of its members but also provides a safeguard for their clients.

“To become a member a potential business is vetted and approved by its peers on the quality of its workmanship and business practices.

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“If the potential applicant fails to meet New Zealand Sign and Display Association standards then their membership application is declined.

“This means that companies using the services of any of the members of the New Zealand Sign and Display Association may be assured that they are dealing with craftspeople who are subject to redress through the association in the event of any complaint.”

Fairchild says that signs have existed since Roman times and are the original form of advertising giving the profession a rich history.

“It’s a very diverse industry and for the association to reach its 50th anniversary means the industry is just as relevant today as it was in the past and will continue to be in the future.”

The NZSDA awards categories included signwriting on vehicles, exhibition stands, glasswork, LED and neon illumination, dimensional signs and traditional handcrafted and lettered signs.

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HOSPITALITY » Sprig & Fern

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Craft brewer taps growing market Karen Phelps Sprig & Fern owner and head brewer Tracy Banner admits there is always an element of the unknown when it comes to brewing craft beer.

Fortunately for Banner she seems to have the right instincts.

Banner and husband Ken have managed to build a successful brewing business in the last few years including a chain of Sprig & Fern taverns across the Nelson/Tasman region as well as two in Wellington in Thorndon and Petone.

The company’s latest tavern in Mapua opened in May. Banner says that craft breweries in New Zealand are growing at an astounding rate mimicking similar trends overseas.

“People are becoming more discerning and savvy about what they are drinking,” she says.

Banner says that being based at Nelson, in the heart of New Zealand’s hop growing district has its benefits.

It is also a factor, which has helped the company to develop its unique range of fresh hopped beers where the hops are picked in the morning then used in the beer within hours.

The company’s fresh hop Harvest Pilsner has won five medals in five years at the Brewers Guild of New Zealand awards.

“The fresh hops are rushed to the brewery before their high levels of moisture can cause any spoiling,” explains Banner.

“We treat the hop harvest like a wine vintage with the hops picked when they are at their peak for flavour and aroma. Timing is critical.”

She says that beer brewed using fresh hops has a distinct flavour and aroma and it is proving popular with our customers.

This year the brewery has released a total of five varieties of fresh hop beer: Harvest Pilsner, Motueka Pilsner, Nelson Sauvin Pilsner, Kohatu Pilsner and Pacifica Paley Aley.

Although the brewery supplies its beer to other pubs and retail outlets many of the fresh hop beers are only supplied through Sprig & Fern taverns due to limited quantities.

Sprig & Fern has taverns across the Nelson/Tasman region as well as two in Wellington in Thorndon and Petone.

The fresh hop beers complement the company’s range of 18 beers and ciders. Like most products beer is seasonal.

Products such as Berry Cider are popular during the warmer months while darker beers such as Black Tyre Stout go down well during winter.

Sprig & Fern will hold a dark beer festival at its

taverns in July/August to release its 2015 range of limited release dark beers.

Banner says that while some products are developed as part of a creative process others are developed due to specific customer demand.

For example the Brewery’s Wai-iti Lager at 3.4% alcohol by volume was developed in response to the lowering of the drink driving limit and customer requests for a lower alcohol product.

The beer has proved so popular it has now become part of the company’s regular range.

“Our brewing philosophy is simple,” says Banner who was last year made an Honorary Member of the Brewer’s Guild in recognition

of her outstanding contribution to the brewing industry.

“Our beers and ciders are produced using all natural ingredients and are unpasteurised to retain their full flavour. We source our hops and cider apples locally, and our malts from suppliers in both the South and North Islands.

“While always carefully applying good basic brewing techniques, brewing is about more than this.

“That’s why we will continue to be unafraid to push the envelope to explore different facets of brewing to bring interesting and innovative tastes to discerning beer drinkers in New Zealand.”

“Our beers and ciders are produced using all natural ingredients and are unpasteurised to retain their full flavour. We source our hops and cider apples locally, and our malts from suppliers in both the South and North Islands.”

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