32 | Tauhara Geothermal Power Station ENERGY Tauhara station on track T from page 30 The existing TeHuka geothermal plant at Tauhara. TAUHARA GEOTHERMAL POWER STATION KEY FEATURES For a vastly experienced contractor in the power sector visit connellcontractors.co.nz • Construction of Control and Relay room building • Construction of 42 off foundation pads • Installation of 5000 metres of earth grid • Installation of 750 metres of security fencing • Installation of 200 metres of concrete trenches • Install surface metal to cover an area of 16000m2 “We were one big tight-knit project team, a family. It was an incredibly positive experience and a fantastic project to be involved in.” Victoria says everyone was fully involved from start to finish, rolling up their sleeves to get the job done. For example our truck drivers did geotechnical testing with a scalar. “It’s not something they would typically do but they learned and this meant they could complete the reassurance testing as they did the job so they knew they were doing a great job and when we went through to check it met spec. It was about doing the right job first time every time.” Based in Silverdale, Auckland, Hick Bros Civil Construction Ltd has been a significant force in the industry since its founding in 1986. Victoria says Hick Bros’ ability to identify and deliver on the client’s key drivers by encouraging a comprehensive team approach, both within its own structure and in conjunction with all other project members, sets the firm apart.
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