Croxdale - Property Roadway Re-alignment

Working with SQNRM to provide a new alignment and extension to the property access tracks in advance of a wider infrastructure upgrade. Intent is to permit all-weather access for heavier vehicles, improve drainage whilst minimising impact wider impacts insomuch as possible.

Scope of works and proposed solutions was as follows;

SCOPE

Creation of 5km total track length, approx. 2.4km of new track (in two sections approx. 2000m and 400m)

Existing road surface equivalent to graded single lane with crowned profile, assumed class B soil (kandosol).

Solution

Use of AXIS in fleet equipment plus rented CAT 299D compact tracked loader and a 4-way dozer blade and 4-1 bucket attachments. This enabled quick creation of a suitably wide crowned profile and associated table drainage.

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SIDE FACTS

AXIS provided the services at a heavily subsidised price (donating in fleet equipment, operators and diesel). Modifications to the scope (including the wet hire of tipper trucks from nearby suppliers) was accomodated at no extra charge.

Environmental

Material for road construction was sourced from the on site borrow pit/

Recycling of all waste streams is targeted at> 99% by weight/volume and all carbon emissions have been offset through an accredited fund.

Would have been much easier with a 6-way PAT blade, but there’s a couple reasons we bought one of our own in Feb 2021

Racing Queensland - Track Light LED Upgrade

Tender submitted Q1, 2019 and completed Q1 2020 for detailed design, engineering, installation and commissioning of a new lighting system for the Ipswich Greyhound racing track. Scope included assessment of the existing setup, confirmation of design performance post-install and creation of a detailed site schematic for future use.

We exceeded client specified performance outcomes and delivered within the nominated budget and schedule.

SCOPE

This tender is for the design and installation of new track-side lighting for the Ipswich Greyhound circuit, repair of existing/legacy fittings using recycled parts and confirmation of performance.

Solution

Phillips ClearFlood BVP fittings, mounted in pairs on the main straight of the track on existing 8m poles, upgraded circuit protection/control gear and before/after technical reports and analysis.

Fitting the new LED light fittings in between passing storms - using a calibrate digital level to ensure aim was as specified by the designer

CHALLENGES

The existing poly-phase lights were found to be operating without a protective earth neutral system as required by the Australian Standards - our engineering team devised a solution consisting of a new neutral cable and pole specific earth stakes. This ensures that in the event of a fault circuit protection devices will now operate.

Environmental

AXIS removed and disposed of the legacy main straight light fittings is included, with spare parts to be used to repair remaining lights on the track.

Recycling of construction waste streams was 100%.

Light output uniformity was measured at 0.814 - exceeding the design forecast by +16% resulting in better lighting for users

QLD Health - Far-North QLD Generator Upgrades

Tender submitted Q4, 2017 and awarded Q4, 2017 with completion in Q2, 2018 for one new emergency standby generator and associated fuel cell, control gear, Automatic Transfer Switch and associated cabling. Full testing to AS3018 is included as is all transport, consumables, first-fill of fuel & coolant and commissioning and on-site training to hospital/clinic personnel.

Scope of works and proposed solutions was as follows;

SCOPE

This tender is for the upgrade and replacement of the emergency stand-by generator for the Torres & Cape HHS at the Yam Island primary health clinic.

Scope expanded following site inspection to include rectification of current non-compliant electrical installation/components and a different generator location to avoid excavation and associated cultural concerns.

Solution

The works included the purchase, modification and transport of a CAT generator (55KVA) with a harsh area package, fuel polishing and ERPS system integration, installation and commissioning of a 125A ABB ATS, re-wiring of the switchboards to make safe non-compliant wiring, 19x new ABB Type AC RCBOs and all associated cabling and supplementary equipment.

ABB 125A ATS

Fully automated motorised transfer switch, calibrated to the site’s (higher than usual) supply voltages to ensure reliable switching well into the future. Controls the CAT generator (via the QH specified DSE7420 mkII controller)

Packed

All waste, tools etc. that was permitted off island safely secured and inspected.

From here it’s a barge to Horn Island then a ship to Cairns followed by ~1500km of driving back to Brisbane.

Finished Install

Shot from the control panel side, following commissioning and prior to the final tidy up.

In progress - 90%

Connecting up the 16mm XLPE multi-core supply cable we’d run earlier and associated control cores from the ATS. After this we ran some software changes to the QH specified controller at their request (moving commissioning works to outside of business hours to accommodate IT staff shifts)

Wasted

Most of the waste for the project was recycled however due to biosecurity considerations some had to remain on island (timber and paper from the out of scope shed contents primarily). This was disposed of at the TSIRC landfill on island.

Transported

Unwrapped and inspected for operation prior to installation.

Transport inspection

Our Mechanical Engineer giving the unit a once-over.

Wrapped

The CAT DE55E0 was double wrapped then secured to the trailer using new SWL rated tie down straps and points ensuring it made it from Brisbane to Yam Island without any damage.

Unloading

Shot of the Prado, trailer and genset coming off the Seaswift landing barge on Yam Island.

Definitely needed all the ground clearance and traction available for this disembarkation.

In progress - 10%

Shed walls and debris are removed, existing genset is disconnected and ready for removal.

The set was non-responsive and not economically viable for repair but was 100% recycled as scrap metal/

Existing - Temp wiring

Some of the temporary wiring found during the make-safe of the shed prior to demolition. To put it lightly, not to any standard recognised in Australia…

Shed

The shed we removed along with the temporary generator providing standby power to the clinic.

Shed contents

The shed was meant to be empty (but sheds rarely are), so AXIS staff cleared and sorted the contents to maximise recycling/reuse opportunities and minimise overall cost to the client.

GENERATOR

CAT (EPSA) has been selected as the generator set supplier due to their extended and comprehensive warranty coverage, superior after sales service and world renowned reliability.

Environmental

Removal and disposal of the existing generator and control/distribution cabling was included.

Recycling of construction waste streams was accomplished (approximately 98% by weight/volume) and all carbon emissions have been offset through an accredited fund.

NPARC - New Mapoon Field Lighting

Tender submitted and awarded Q2 2019, declared frustrated Q3 2019, scope of works and proposed solutions were as follows. Contract was declared frustrated as defined in AS 4902:2000 due to the intermediary project management firm failing to pay project deposit according to schedule, meaning the project could not be delivered as intended.

SCOPE

This tender was for the design, supply and installation of a new sports field lighting solution in the township of New Mapoon in Far-Northern QLD.

Solution

30m galvanised steel lighting towers, Phillips LED field lighting arrays, customised footing cages and a robust transport & erection plan.

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Civil works were to be undertaken by HC Building based in Mareeba - selected based on strong track record in the region, comprehensive quality management systems and their commitment to local content and engagement.

Lights

Phillips Optivision BVP525 Flood Lights.

poles

30m poles from GM Poles in Brisbane.

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MSQ - Replacement Tender

Request for quote on replacement 4m tender for Marine Safety QLD. This tender had previously been put to market with no responses received due to perceptions regarding NSCV standards and client requirements.

AXIS Contracting delivered the replacement vessel in Q4 of 2017 in full compliance with the tender specifications and MSQ Purchase Order requirements (including some extra services requested post completion involving engine run-in, lifting equipment, initial servicing and attended sea-trials).

Scope of works and the delivered solution is as follows;

SCOPE

This tender is for the supply of a 4m alloy v-nosed punt dinghy to replace the current vessel which is nearing end of useful life.

Solution

A 4m SeaJay alloy hull with bimini cover, 30HP 4-stroke outboard motor from Honda, brackets to suit transponder and antenna and all equipment and registration to 2D.

Trailer

Option for galvanised steel trailer and winch, complete with QLD registration, LED lights and 7-pin flat electrical connection.

AXIS role

AXIS was tasked with sourcing the quotes, organising delivery/testing and handover and submission of as-builts, survey certification and any SWMS/operating manuals.

The current vessel - a SeaRay 4.1m v-nosed punt named "MIDGE"

Griffith University - Riparian Irrigation System

Quote submitted Q3, 2017 for design, installation and commissioning of a drip irrigation system capable of supplying consistent flow rates to planted flora (168 cells located at the Nathan Campus).

Scope of works and proposed solutions are as follows;

SCOPE

Design and installation of a grid independent and reliable irrigation system capable of supplying the same amount of water per cell per day.

Solution

Hunter NODE battery operated valve, 25 psi PRV, 25mm main line and 4mm pressure compensated drippers on 4mm flexible lines to each cell.

Performance

A measured 4 litres per hour per dripper at the start, end and 10 randomly selected fittings, confirmation of manual and programmed valve operations. AXIS is now a registered supplier for Griffith University and is bidding on other packages of work.