NEW – Software simplifies design

Anchorbloc™ is an innovative, simple and economic solution to one of the most basic civil engineering tasks: retaining or protecting embankments. A modular concrete block designed to form an integrated segmental retaining wall system, Anchorbloc™ are versatile in their application and provide considerable advantages over other retaining wall systems.

In order to simplify the design process for consultants, CSP Pacific, in partnership with Holmes Solutions in Christchurch, have developed an online design tool where characteristics such as wall height, slope, density and base type can be entered to produce an accurate set of project parameters.

The Anchorbloc™ preliminary design software is available for use on the CSP Pacific website, click here or
Email: cspcustomerservice@csppacific.co.nz or
Phone: 0800 655 200

NEW – CSP Pacific expands total solution for asset owners

CSP Pacific has recently added a new service to their range for asset owners. Rei-Lux is a non-destructive structural analysis system for determining the economic lifespan of lighting columns and structures.

The system has been in use since 1988 and is available in Europe, the UK and now (via CSP Pacific) in New Zealand and Australia. A combination of static and dynamic 3-D analysis can determine the hidden damage of steel, fibreglass, wood or concrete columns and structures - before it becomes an issue, and will assist asset owners to reduce their risk and save money by potentially delaying major replacement costs.

Raymond Kuys, who heads up Rei-Lux in New Zealand says, "The search for this new system was driven by enquiries from our customers - What is happening to our columns below ground? How do we know how long this column will be structurally sound? There was no system available in New Zealand that could systemically test poles and columns, whether they are steel, wood or concrete. We saw a need in the market and came cross the Rei-Lux system and saw this as an excellent opportunity to assist asset owners and clients with a technically proven, methodical system to measure the life span of columns.”

For more information go to www.rei-lux.co.nz or
Email: raymond.kuys@rei-lux.co.nz or
Phone: 021 455520

Life saving Raptor™ installed in Papakura

The world’s first safety device designed specifically to reduce the impact of vehicles colliding with utility poles and trees, CSP Pacific’s Raptor™, was installed at a site on Papakura’s busy Hingaia Road in time for Queens Birthday weekend.

“It is not economical or practical to go out and relocate or remove these potential hazards at present,” says Richard Firth, Capital Works Manager, Papakura District Council. “But we are able to provide a quick and effective solution to the problem by using Raptors.”

The Raptor™ is also available for hire. This is an ideal solution for temporary roadside protection. Click here for more information.

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Email: cspcustomerservice@csppacific.co.nz or
Phone: 0800 655 200

Oclyte™ columns support wind sculpture

Ten years and $750,000 later, Wellington's Meridian wind sculpture series is finally complete. Phil Dadson's “Akau Tangi” has been unveiled on Cobham Dr, Evans Bay, taking its place alongside the four other pieces in the series.

Akau Tangi consists of ten, striped, 16-sided steel columns, manufactured by CSP Pacific and other suppliers, each supporting a conical-shaped, colour co-ordinated, kinetic sculptural element which positions itself according to the wind direction. “CSP Pacific’s experience, competence and knowledge with engineered columns meant I had no reservations in working with them,” said Phil Dadson, Sculptor.

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Phone: 0800 655 200

TL-2 Water Filled Barriers out and about

CSP Pacific’s new TL-2 Plastic Water Filled Barrier is the world’s first 100% polyethylene water filled barrier (no steel reinforcement) to have satisfied the evaluation criteria of NCHRP 350 Test Level 2 (TL-2). The unique polyethylene composition, profile design and ‘twin pin’ connector allow the barrier to be installed straight or curved to a minimum radius of 28m if required.

The TL-2 Plastic Water Filled Barrier is also available for hire. This is an ideal solution for temporary roadside protection without having to invest in product that may not be used again. Click here for more information.

“We have quite a few of the new barriers outside of Eden Park at present and on other sites around Auckland,” said David Russell, Hire Manager for CSP Pacific. “They can be used in TL-2 - 70kph speed zones or in 50kph and 60kph zones where a low deflection is critical.”

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Phone: 0800 655 200

Engineering challenges on Southern Motorway

Two streetlight columns that flanked the overbridge at Takanini on Auckland’s Southern motorway were past due for replacement when CSP Pacific’s Engineers were called in by Fulton Hogan to work on a solution.

“The columns were old steel pipe columns that were out of code and basically falling apart,” said Craig Kitchen, Area Sales Manager, Columns for CSP Pacific. “Fulton Hogan called us in to see if it was possible to custom build a lighting column that could be fixed at road level and be attached to the overbridge above.”

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For more information about Oclyte™ Streetlight columns click here or
Email: cspcustomerservice@csppacific.co.nz or
Phone: 0800 655 200