38 | Atkore Unistrut: Hanham & Philp T T Richard Loader New facility result of sustained growth Hamilton Mayor Paula Southgate and the Atkore team at the ribbon cutting officially opening the warehouse complex. REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT A splendid location, is how Atkore Unistrut’s General Manager, David Hardy, describes Northgate Business Park, the home of the company’s recently completed 6362sqm warehouse and manufacturing facility, just 10 minutes north of Hamilton. “We’re right in the golden triangle, exactly 110km from both the Ports of Auckland and the Port of Tauranga, and the inland port is our neighbour over the North Island Main Trunk Railway Bridge,” says David. “The location is absolutely perfect for distribution throughout the North Island and into the South Island.” Established in the United States in 1924 as a seamless channel framing system, Atkore Unistrut is the leading supplier of metal framing systems, cable supports, and pipe support systems in New Zealand. The company first established its presence in New Zealand in 1985, with warehouses in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, supplied by its Hamilton manufacturing facility. “This new facility is the result of decades of sustained, steady growth and we needed a new facility that not only reflected that growth but also provided scope for future growth.” Working closely with the building’s owner/ developer, Bellavista Property Consultants, and Christchurch practice Architectural Studio Ltd, Atkore Unistrut has leased a purpose built facility that embraces its warehousing/distribution and manufacturing requirements. Two thirds of the building encompasses warehouse, while a third has been set aside as its New Zealand manufacturing facility. A further 362sqm has been utilised for offices and amenities. “Maximising the warehousing space was an important design consideration for us,” explains David. “In construction, stockholdings deliver the biggest competitive edge. We also required ample welding space to provide bespoke solutions for our clients. For example, the client might have a complex commercial building, such as a data centre, hospital, or university, and all the services run through the main corridors. Our product co-ordinates all those services together within a common support frame that can be seismically braced as required. That’s all manufactured in our facility.” A Dimond Warm Roof was included in the building’s design, enabling rainwater to be collected, treated and reused in the building’s toilet facilities and outside taps. An 1100sqm canopy on the side of the building has been designed to take solar panels in the future. “We need to assess our power usage over P 07 847 9428 E o ce@lje.nz www.lyndonjoneselectrical.co.nz Lyndon Jones Electrical are proud to be associated with Atkore on the Hanham & Philp Project PROUDLY SUPPORTING HANHAM & PHILP STRUCTURAL STEEL • Warehouses • Domestic Homes • Commercial Buildings • Vertical Construction • Strengthening Works • Design, Manufacture & Install METALWORKS • Platforms & Walkways • Stairs, Handrails & Balustrades • Facades & Canopies • Architectural Finishes • Design in 3D & Solidworks • R&D Projects Global Engineering Ltd, 25 Wookey Lane, Kumeu, 0810 | Email info@globaleng.co.nz PHONE 09 836 6008 | www.globaleng.co.nz
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