http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.tecl.co.nz en-us Thu, 21 Jan 2021 17:47:29 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48855/Moore-Park-Sports-Field/ Client:Western Bay of Plenty District Council Objective:Western Bay of Plenty District Council commissioned Tiaki to develop an existing kiwi orchard into a multi-use sports field in Katikati by reshaping the existing kiwi orchard to meet the club requirements and to install a complete drainage system. ... Sat, 01 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48855 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48695/Te-Puke--Bridge-91-ECMT-Temporary-Retaining-wall-Structural-Design/ ClientHEB Construction Limited ObjectiveTo complete structural designs and construction drawings for the design of a temporary retaining wall that was to be positioned infront of Bridge 91 ECMT’s future concrete cross head in Te Puke.  The timber/steel retaining wall functions was to retain soil to be able to get access to install the new railway bridge.  It served as a unique construction solution which assisted the Contractor with fast tracking the works in accordance to specificat... Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48695 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48382/Upgrade-of-Intake-and-Outlet-Structure-Scott-Base-Antarctica/ Client: Antarctica New Zealand and Index Engineering Consultants Objective Tiaki Engineering Consultants Ltd (TECL) touch down at Scott Base, Antarctica!  TECL are assisting with the design and construction of two new cantilever industrial structures along the ice coastline.  The unique environment has presented interesting challenges which we are more than happy to help out with  #antarctica #engineering... Tue, 03 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48382 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48684/Zespri-Head-Office-seismic-restraints/ Client: Guild & Spence Objective:The amazing new headquarters for the international kiwifruit company required the best electrical and data communication services – the entire communication and electrical install was a multimillion-dollar investment! Tiaki was engaged by Guild & Spence to provide seismic restraint design and construction monitoring for this enormous project. Tiaki was in close communication with G&S during the entire install and performed lots of inspections to make sure every... Thu, 15 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48684 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48854/Mount-Maunganui-Surf-Club/ Client:Tauranga City Council (TCC) Objective:Tauranga City Council (TCC) commissioned Tiaki to design the Stormwater Utilities for the installation of concrete surf boards at the new Mount Maunganui Surf Club. End Result:... Sat, 01 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48854 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48381/Pauanui-Wharf-Royal-Bill-Point-Pauanui/ Tiaki Engineering Consultants Ltd (TECL) were responsible for the design of the replacement of part of the 300m existing wharf structure in Pauanui. The purpose of the project was to widen the walkway and replace the first half section of the wharf and reposition it to achieve a wider boat ramp. TECL worked closely with Bridge It NZ to assist with the design and construction of the new wharf.  The structure consisted of driven steel casings covering reinforced concrete piles which supported... Wed, 29 May 2019 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48381 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48853/Parks-and-Reserves-Public-Amenities/ Client:Tauranga City Council (TCC) Objective:Tauranga City Council over the years has started upgrading their public amenities building by demolishing the older units and installing new units. Tiaki has been involved with TCC for the last three and half years doing all Reserves Public Amenities designs and overseeing all installations. End Result:"TCC would like to share a quick note to thank Lynette Meintjes for all her hard work and professional approach and work ethics." Caslani Reserve, 16 C... Tue, 01 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48853 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48683/A1-and-A2-Royal-Golf-Course-Grange-Bridges-Auckland/ ClientBridge It NZ and Royal Golf Course ObjectiveRoyal Auckland Golf Club were in need of two new pedestrian bridges for their prestigious golf course.   Tiaki Engineering Consultants and Bridge It worked closely in proposing and implementing an innovative idea of employing Composite Fibre Technology (CFT) to construct the up to 60m long bridges.  Due to its light weight and simple connections, the material allowed for an easier installation process in comparison to other co... Fri, 16 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48683 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48698/Omokoroa-Golf-Course-Bund/ ClientWestern Bay of Plenty District Council ObjectiveStage 1 - Hydrological and Hydraulic assessment of the coastal reserves fronting the Omokoroa Golf Course and Precious Reserve. Stage 2 - All aspects of final design, drawings, specification, engineer’s estimates and reporting, suitable for inclusion in documents for tendering and construction. Preparation of tender documentation, tendering, tender recommendation, and MSQA including monitoring to CM3, reporting and delivery of as-built plan... Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48698 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/post/48687/Geotechnical-Assessment-Report-for-Sieling-Farm-Structure-Plan/ Client: Pieter Dirk Sieling ObjectiveUndertake a geotechnical assessment of a proposed Future Development Structure Plan for a 708-hectare farm west of Whitianga. End Result: Following desktop study of available geotechnical information and a site walkover; a report was prepared which assessed the main geotechnical risks to future development on the farm. Maps were prepared showing areas of low to high geotechnical risk and development premium. Tiaki also provided recommendations for future geot... Sat, 31 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.tecl.co.nz/blog/#post48687