Case Studies
Turning Port Otago’s Carpark into a Safety Stronghold
When Port Otago needed additional protection for both pedestrians and vehicles in their new carpark, they knew just who to call. As part of a significant upgrade to surrounding land and infrastructure, including the construction of a newly built company carpark, Port Otago sought safety solutions for a variety of applications. The carpark, which spans different levels and is adjacent to a busy road with a high volume of heavy transport traffic, posed unique safety challenges. The existing combination of concrete walls and steel fencing simply didn’t feel secure enough. Working closely with Port Otago’s management team, we designed a tailored safety system that incorporated Tru-Gard bollards, hand rails, and barriers, providing an extra layer of safety for both pedestrians and vehicles. These solutions were strategically positioned to protect vulnerable areas and direct traffic safely, enhancing the overall safety of the site. Bromley Taylor, Safety Solutions Expert at Tru-Gard, commented on the importance of safety in environments like Port Otago:“Safety is something we take seriously from the moment an employee steps onto a site. In high-traffic, multi-level environments, like this carpark, it’s essential to put the right safety measures in place from the very beginning—before employees even start their day. By working together with Port Otago, we were able to create a comprehensive safety system that significantly reduces the risk of accidents, ensuring that everyone on-site is protected.” This collaborative approach allowed Port Otago to ensure their carpark met the highest safety standards, providing peace of mind to both staff and visitors. Find out more about how our bollards, hand-rails and barriers can create a safer working environment for your team. Contact us today.
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Transforming Pedestrian Safety at Mainfreight Derrimut
What do you do to ensure uninterrupted deliveries for your customers while also completing a safety upgrade at your depot? You call the team here at Tru-Gard. Keeping a busy 3PL depot running smoothly while updating the safety system is no small feat, but when the team from Mainfreight Derrimut contacted us to upgrade their barrier system, we were confident we were up for the task. Working alongside National Operations Support, Shane and Derrimut Branch Manager, Nathan, our team created and quoted a custom safety solution, coordinated the installation, and even arranged environmentally friendly disposal of the old system. The Tru-Gard Solution: Working closely with the team, we recommended our 610-1-1100 Barrier System and a combination of Personnel Gates, designed to keep people and forklifts apart, keep pedestrians away from active roller doors, and generally make the area a safer place to work. After the initial system design, our team and the approved installer conducted a site visit for final tweaks. This visit offered the chance to understand the daily workings of the depot and make essential alterations, including additional gaps in the barrier system to allow for higher traffic flow areas. The Tru-Gard Products: Barrier – 610-1-1100 Flat End Caps Personnel Gates Tru-Gard Certified Barriers keeping pedestrians, freight, and forklifts separate. The Process: To ensure the depot could continue to run smoothly, we conducted the installation in phases, working on different areas to suit and avoiding any major disruptions to day-to-day operations. During the installation process, we also removed the existing damaged handrail and old gates, using a Sims Metal skip on site to ensure the steel was recycled wherever possible. “We are thrilled to have provided a safe solution for the team at Mainfreight in Derrimut. Our longstanding relationship with Mainfreight makes this project particularly meaningful for us. Ensuring the safety of their team aligns with our core values, and we are proud to contribute to their ongoing commitment to a safer working environment” – Mark Taylor, Managing Director Tru-Gard Before & After – The old gates and barriers and the new Tru-Gard Certified Solution. We have used Mainfreight to transport our products for decades, so our team was thrilled to work on this project, helping keep the team who keep our products moving safe from harm. If your branch’s safety systems need an upgrade, or you are looking for a new, fully customised safety solution, contact our team today to find out more. Our thanks to Nathan and Aleks, from the Derrimut Branch, and Shane from Mainfreight Australia, for choosing Tru-Gard. __ __ __
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