124 | Totalspan Manawatu: Local expertise, national strength Totalspan has been a trusted name in New Zealand’s steel building industry for nearly 30 years, delivering durable, customised residential sheds, garages and carports, plus commercial buildings. Locally, the Manawatu franchise has been under the ownership of Scott and Rachel Hockly since 2016. With Scott’s background in civil construction, the move into steel buildings was a natural step, and today the couple lead a team that serves a region stretching from Palmerston North, south to Foxton and across to Waiouru. “Every client has different needs and the great thing about Totalspan is that we can custom design and deliver a building that fits them perfectly,” says Scott. “We can do everything from a small garden shed to garages, barns and any scale commercial project.” That flexibility has made Totalspan Manawatu the go-to choice for lifestyle block T T Bernadette Cooney owners and residential properties across the region which remain the company’s mainstay. These customers often want a well-built shed to house boats, campervans, or farm equipment. Totalspan Manawatu employs nine full-time staff, supported by a local contractor with four employees, that do all its concrete foundation and earthworks. Over the past 18 months, the franchise has seen significant growth in commercial projects, driven by market shifts and demand from local businesses. One recent example in the commercial realm is a 700 sq. metre building constructed for Fulton Hogan near Palmerston North Airport. Designed and fitted out entirely as office space, the project demonstrates Totalspan’s ability to deliver beyond the traditional shed. “Another notable project was a water treatment building for Palmerston North City Council. Commercial work is quite different to residential structural requirements, and we’ve proven that our systems and team can PAVING AND FENCING CONTRACTORS LTD Proud to support Totalspan - Manawatu Totalspan – Manawatu BUILDING handle a broad range of commercial building purposes,” says Scott. Backed by national supply agreements for steel, concrete, and other materials, Totalspan Manawatu offers consistency and stability in an industry where smaller operators have come and gone in recent years. “Customers take confidence in knowing Totalspan is a New Zealand brand with three decades of experience behind it.” Every Totalspan building is designed using clear-span engineering, ensuring wide, open interiors without posts breaking up the space. Customers also enjoy a wide range of New Zealand Colorsteel cladding colour options, backed by NZ Steel warranties. The service is tailored to suit different clients. For some, it’s a full concept to completion package where the Totalspan team handles everything until the keys are handed over. Others prefer kitset options for DIY assembly, or hybrid solutions where Totalspan manages foundations while clients complete the build. “Some people want to take it on as a DIY but most just want us to come in and turn their lawn or paddock into a shed. For those who want to do it themselves, we’ve got options for that too.” Looking ahead, Scott is optimistic. “The economy is a factor, but I feel like people are regaining confidence. Projects that were put on hold are now moving forward, and that’s great for the region.” Every Totalspan building is designed using clear-span engineering, ensuring wide, open interiors without posts breaking up the space.
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