News

NEW BUDGET FENCING

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 03:32:00 GMT

Introducing the new Preston Budget Fencing range.

For a cost effective fencing solution, this pre fabricated Preston fencing system will appeal to the budget conscience customer.

We can now provide a great alternative fencing option that is corrosion resistant and has a wide range of applications and is ideal as perimeter or pool surrounds and meets current New Zealand Pool Fencing Regulations.

These Preston Fences are made from the highest quality aluminium which is very light and strong making it extremely resilient once in place. All Preston fences come in black as standard and are 1200mm, 1500mm or 1800mm High. For a small additional charge other powder coated colours can be provided.

All components for these Preston Fencing & Gates are made from cast aluminium, meaning that they are extremely durable and will stand up to years of wear and tear.

Post and Feet
The proprietary post system has been especially developed to add strength. The Post interlocks perfectly with the Foot making the entire system sturdy and robust.

Post & Rail Brackets
To fix the panels to the posts a bracket system is used. The brackets are screwed onto the post and the fence slots into the gap in the bracket. All brackets have three fixing holes for added strength.

Post Caps
The unobtrusive cap locks in perfectly with the Post to give a smart yet safe finish to the entire system.

Gates
Gates are available for Pool Applications. Standard width is 1m wide x 1200mm high or can be fabricated to custom sizes. All pool gates are fitted with regulation self closing hinges and a pool latch.

Above is a photo of a recent Preston installation which was completed where the customer required a cost effective fencing solution. As a sliding gate was required, the Preston budget fencing panels were incorporated into the design of the sliding gate to keep continuity.

The Preston budget fencing range is available in either kitset form or fitted by our experienced installers. Contact us to get a free quote.

Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Cycleway and Walkway

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 04:34:00 GMT

The 7.5km Orewa Estuary cycle and walkway crosses 5 bridges and was a Rodney District Council Legacy Project which was completed by the newly formed Supercity Auckland Council.

Te Ara Tahuna opened in December 2011 and connects some of Orewa’s newest areas with Hibiscus Coast beaches, community facilities and the Orewa township.

FGS Metalwork was approached to manufacture fencing for the Orewa Cycleway Bridge which was being constructed by the Wharahine Group.

FGS Metalwork worked closely with the engineers Hutchinson Consultants to produce the required fencing and fabricated it all in the workshop in Silverdale.

The 7.5km pathway winds its way around the beautiful Orewa estuary and is a great place for the whole family to get out and enjoy this area together. Distance markers are placed at 1km intervals from Western Reserve.

CYCLEWAY MAP

Map key:

Blue line - Te Ara Tahuna cycleway and walkway
Yellow spots - viewpoints
Red spots - midden

E - main entrance and exit points

1 - Western Reserve
2 - Metro Park East
3 - Orewa College
4 - Kingsway School

The Wooden Gate Revival

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 02:56:00 GMT

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The wooden gate division of FGS Group Ltd has seen many projects completed over the last year.

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A popular design and construction has been cedar tongue and groove cladding onto an internal aluminium frame. This popular style provides a robust structure which remains straight, provides privacy and offers good aesthetics for our clients.

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Depending on your budget, either single or double sided cladding options offer a good result on any of our sliding, single swing gates, double swing gates or pedestrian gates. Automation is usually installed onto these gates providing the convenience to operate the automatic gates by remote control.

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A recent installation saw construction of a custom designed and built sliding gate to fit in with the rural setting where the client resides. With the combination of tanalised timber and structural steel components, this wooden gate successfully ticked all the boxes for style, strength, durability, practicality and reliability.

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The design & build of this solid cedar gate displays the workmanship and quality which FGS expects of its team, from design through to installation.
The stainless steel support system and copper cap finish this wooden gate to a quality deserving of its coastal location.

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All of our wooden gate projects have produced excellent results for our many happy clients.

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Opanuku Stream Bridge Foot Bridge Extension and Viewing Platform

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 03:27:00 GMT

Earlier this year, FGS Metalwork was contracted by Fort Project Management to build an extension to the Opanuku Stream Bridge on Great North Road at the northern entrance to Henderson in Waitakere.

Auckland Council felt the need improve the walkway and enhance the entrance to the Henderson shopping area so with local artist Jason Hall and Nick from Mitchell Vranjes Consulting, the project got underway.

Before work began on site, many hours of drawing took place in our office. All aspects for manufacture and installation were detailed and the way the whole structure and balustrade went together, with over 20 tonnes of steel, was testament to our attention to the smallest detail.

Clamp plates weighing 850kg were bolted to the existing piers to hold the 2200 kg, 13.5 metre beam that spanned between them. The beam was the central support member for the pipe lattice work that supports the viewing platform.

The pipe work structure and balustrade was all fabricated in our workshop in Silverdale.
After Hot Dip Galvanizing all steelwork was blasted and painted at Avondale Blasting and Coatings.
The structure was then craned into position.

The finished product is impressive to view from underneath as it appears the entire structure is just hanging off the edge of the bridge

20 tall Finial Poles with lights on top were also manufactured and installed on site at different rakes.
The unique balustrade and the grate walkway add the finishing touches at street level.

And the crowning feat.... THE WELSH PICKET! Designed by Hilton Miller.

Symonds Street Motorway Overbridge Safety Barriers

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 01:09:00 GMT

Galvanised Steel Safety Barrier

FGS Metalwork has recently completed work on the Symonds Street Motorway Overbridge Safety Barriers.

This work was successfully completed for the opening of the Rugby World Cup.

FGS Metalwork was contracted by Ron Williams from Gibbons Contractors Ltd to manufacture and install the safety barriers for ARMA (Auckland Road Maintenance Alliance).

The purpose of the barriers was to prevent people falling off the footpath onto the Symonds St on-ramp to the southern motorway.

Before = Dangerous drop off to on-ramp being marked out for measurement

This part of Symonds St is a major bus stopping area with many thousands of commuters using this zone daily.

After = Dangerous drop off to on-ramp made safe with Galvanised Safety Barrier

The barriers were constructed to comply with NZBC F4 safety from falling.

The process involved locating services, measuring, drawing, fabrication and installation.

Accurate measuring of any site is the key to a successful result. Using equipment including laser levels allow for measurements to the smallest degree.

AUTOCAD drawing in progress

These measures form part of the AUTOCAD drawings which detail all aspects for fabrication in our Silverdale factory and installation by our team on site. Drawings were then submitted to the client for approval.

The fabricated product was manufactured and hot dipped galvanised to AS/NZS 4680 standard by CSP Galvanising.

Galvanising is a durable, low maintenance coating ideal for industrial applications.

The installation was completed during the night between the hours of 7pm and 5am. As this is such a busy area it had to be fully operational for public use during the day and peak travel times. A formal council approved traffic management plan was used with strict limitations for compliance. e.g the waste dirt bin had to be delivered at 7pm and be removed from site before 5am each day.

The site team worked under task lights powered by generators to complete the job.

Prior to commencement of work

After work completed

The success of this completed project is due our 'attention to detail’ right through the planning and course of the works, along with good communication and co-operation with the main contractor.

FGS Group Ltd in the papers again

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:37:00 GMT

TAINUI AUCKLAND AIRPORT HOTEL - Novotel

Leading on from one of our earlier stories, FGS Metalwork was recently in the papers again for work it has completed, this time at the newly opened Novotel at Auckland airport which was finished for the Rugby world Cup 2011.

FGS Metalwork recently completed an architectural revolving feature wall to provide screening in the private dinning room area. The screening stands over 6.2 meters high.

A Keen Kiwi aesthetic - By Claire McCall

….another example is the 6.2-metre tall tukutuku panels that screen off a private dining room. Keen commissioned Hudson Wilton of FGS Metalwork to make the panels which are decorated with diamond patiki in an eco-resin. The patiki symbol is taken from the lozenge shape of the flounder and so, in Maori culture, signifies an abundance of fish. Each screen needed four people to carry it into position. "It was an amazing feat of engineering that they don't bow and that they pivot so smoothly."

Taken from the NZ Herald : -
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=10733777

FGS Group continue to be involved in award winning projects providing services such as high end architectural structural steel and metalwork to the various market places.

Building a New House?

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 03:55:00 GMT

Building a new house?

Architect plans drawn up?
Applied for your building consent?
Getting your house signed off?

There are endless things to consider when building a new house, especially when you are running the project yourself and not using a pre-designed house plan.

Here at FGS Group Ltd, we specialize in a number of services from structural steel and metalwork to balustrade, fence and gates.

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The FGS Structural division has a team of qualified Project Managers, Structural Fabricators and Installers that can help make the job easier. Right from the early design stages, they are there to provide input into any design queries through to the finished product and have been involved in award winning projects.



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Our FGS Metalwork divisions Project Managers, Fabricators & Installers have also been involved in award winning projects. They specialize in all types of metalwork from balustrades, screens and stair stringers right up to large architectural designed bridges.



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A council consent or final sign off can be delayed if compliance requirements are not met for things like pool fencing, retaining wall fencing or falling from height hazards. In order to get the best results, call us during the planning stage to discuss any fencing and gate plans. We can give you a free quote and liaise with other trades during the building process to give you a long term solution and avoid those last minute make-do remedies.



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Quake Day Out 2011 - Raising Money for Christchurch Earthquake

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 04:57:00 GMT

QUAKE DAY OUT - Sunday 3rd April 2011

The 3rd April 2011 saw the Orewa host the Quake Day Out to raise money for Christchurch after the devastating earthquake on 22nd February 2011, a date that will as stay in the hearts and minds of New Zealands for a long time to come.

The event was put together in 3 weeks with the help of Auckland City Council, Local Churches and the community.

The Fence & Gate Shop, a division of FGS Group Ltd organised one of the auction items for the day, a $9000 gate and automation package with the help from some local companies like powder coaters, hire companies & electrical suppliers and a large team of FGS Group Ltd staff that have donated their time to help fabricate and install the gate for the winning bidder.

The Quake Day Out was a successful day and thousands of people attended and the total of $29000 was raised for the Christchurch appeal.

The Fence and Gate Shop has been proud to have been able to help.

Auction getting ready to start at the Quake Day Out

Devastation to the Cathedral in Christchurch after the earthquake

Road torn apart like paper

New Hotel ready for Rugby World Cup 2011

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 03:00:00 GMT

TAINUI AUCKLAND AIRPORT HOTEL - Novotel

The Rugby World Cup 2011 lands in New Zealand this year and a joint venture between Tainui and Auckland Airport to build a quality hotel run by Novotel is nearing completion.

FGS Metalwork in conjunction with Warren and Mahoney Architects have worked together to design and construct an architectural revolving feature wall to provide screening in the private dinning room area. The screening stands over 6.2 meters high.

The following photos are of the architectural screening being installed by FGS Metalwork. Stay tuned for new posted photos on completion.

Each Screen was over 6.2 meters long and required 4 people to carefully carry each of the 12 screens.

The screens were 3mm thick steel sheets which were first laser cut to specification and then folded as required. Finally they were powder coated and ready for the time consuming 'eco resin' diamonds to be fitted.

Each of the different 'eco resin' coloured see through diamond shapes were meticulously fitted as per the architects design pattern.

The panels were laid out and fitted to the ceiling. Each screen was well covered to protect it from damage.

The team at FGS Metalwork worked hard throughout the day to install all the screens ready for the next stage of the development to be completed.

Doing a final inspection check before protective covering is removed.

Piha’s eel bridge in line for another award

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:56:00 GMT

The Award winning Piha footbridge was designed by a local artist and constructed and fabricated by FGS Metalwork division for Forte Group.

The bridge is one of a number of bridges constructed by FGS Group Ltd. FGS helped with structural design in conjunction with our FGS Structural department and also assisted in the design of handrails, balustrade and steel coverings.

To make ensure the artist's original design concepts were structurally viable, FGS created the fabrication and construction plan drawings created in house on Autocad.

FGS Metalwork helped project manage through the whole process and supplied skilled and experienced installers.

Contact FGS today to discover how we can assist with your next bridge or walkway project

Press Release: Waitakere City
June 9, 2009

Piha’s eel bridge in line for another award

Piha’s ‘Story of the Eel’ footbridge is in the running for another national award after being named finalist in the Association of Consulting Engineers Innovate NZ 2009 Awards.
The bridge, linking the Piha Domain with Piha South Beach is among 35 finalists for the awards, which are announced on July 25.

In its submission for the awards, Duffill Watts, consulting engineers on the project, described the bridge as a technically complex structure, as it was challenging to incorporate the artistic aspirations of the design with a structure which met building standards and be in keeping with the unique coastal environment of Piha.

The bridge concept was created by Piha artist Mandy Patmore and represents the migratory eel, celebrating the long and short fin eels that still live in the Piha Stream.

Its winding eel-like shape is combined with a floor surface inlayed with motifs representing the different stages of the eel’s life cycle.

Historically, eels were of great significance to early Maori, featuring in many myths.

“Having a bridge in the shape of an eel provides an opportunity explain the value of conservation to visitors,” says Mandy Patmore.
“The eels inlayed on its floor help people understand more about this amazing creature.”

Prior to its opening last year, the bridge was judged the most outstanding project at the New Zealand Recreation Association Awards.

At the time the judges praised the council for the holistic approach it took to the project and going that extra mile to make the bridge interesting.

The community was very involved in the process, including have representatives on the panel which decide on the final design the bridge.

The Piha footbridge is one of several art bridges throughout Waitakere which integrate art with modern infrastructure. Others include the Rewarewa footbridge in New Lynn, a bridge over the Opanuku Stream in Henderson and McLeod’s Crossing, also in Henderson

Summer is here! How is your pool looking?

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:58:00 GMT

Did you know that FGS manufactures a broad range of Pool Fencing and Pool Balustrades?

All made to measure, custom designed and fitted to you unique requirements. We improve your outdoor pool area aesthetics using a range of stylish designs, colours and weather resistance materials such as glass and aluminium.

All of our work is Council & Local Regulation compliant and we use high standard safety glass made to measure.

Fabrication & Installation plans drawn up in house on Autocad. Your new pool fence will be fitted by our own skilled and experienced installers - including made to measure glass

Talk to our friendly team at FGS about your requirements. We will have a solution for almost any budget.
Contact us today

Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Kotuku School Project

Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:55:00 GMT

FGS worked in conjunction with a leading New Zealand construction company in the $7.5 million development of the Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Kotuku School Project.

The school opened in March 2010. This was a greenfields design and build ESD project with a high level of collaboration with local Iwi and Whanau. This is one of several school projects that FGS has been involved in.

Our Role in this School Project

Installers drawings completed by FGS Fabrication & Workshop
Steel rigging organized by FGS
FGS provided all the structural steel and steel foundation work
FGS provided completed the on site welding
FGS provided aesthetic structural pile supports
FGS provided canopies for walkways, glass balustrades, metal balustrade and handrails
FGS provided the connecting walkway bridge, sports court fencing
FGS provided the air conditioning enclosures and aluminium feature panels
FGS provided the disabled access walkway floor grating

Contact FGS today to discover how we can assist with your next project

News

**NEW** BUDGET FENCING

Te Ara Tahuna Estuary Cycleway and Walkway

The Wooden Gate Revival

Opanuku Stream Bridge Foot Bridge Extension and Viewing Platform

Symonds Street Motorway Overbridge Safety Barriers

FGS Group Ltd in the papers again

Building a New House?

Quake Day Out 2011 - Raising Money for Christchurch Earthquake

New Hotel ready for Rugby World Cup 2011

Piha’s eel bridge in line for another award

The Award winning Piha footbridge was designed by a local artist and constructed and fabricated by FGS Metalwork division for Forte Group.

Piha’s eel bridge in line for another award

Summer is here! How is your pool looking?

Did you know that FGS manufactures a broad range of Pool Fencing and Pool Balustrades?

All made to measure, custom designed and fitted to you unique requirements. We improve your outdoor pool area aesthetics using a range of stylish designs, colours and weather resistance materials such as glass and aluminium.

Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Kotuku School Project

FGS worked in conjunction with a leading New Zealand construction company in the $7.5 million development of the Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Te Kotuku School Project.

The school opened in March 2010. This was a greenfields design and build ESD project with a high level of collaboration with local Iwi and Whanau. This is one of several school projects that FGS has been involved in.

Our Role in this School Project

NEW BUDGET FENCING