A MARKET LEADER IN THE FRP INDUSTRY Built to Follow the Path: Custom FRP Grating for Te Whau Pathway FRP Products & Solutions • Grating • Structural Profiles & Rebars • Handrails, Ladders & Access Systems • Cable Management • Fencing • Public & Industrial Infrastructure • Engineering, Design & Supply Engineered for demanding environments, Treadwell Group delivers durable, corrosion-resistant FRP solutions built for long-term performance. From public infrastructure to industrial applications, our products are designed to withstand the elements and minimise maintenance. A new 1.3km section of Auckland’s Te Whau Pathway is giving the community a new way to experience the Whau awa, while creating an important connection for pedestrians and cyclists between the Northwestern Cycleway and Horowai Reserve. Opened in March, the Te Atatū section forms part of an ambitious project that will ultimately connect Green Bay on the Manukau Harbour with Te Atatū Peninsula on the Waitematā Harbour. The completed section includes approximately 1.3km of shared pathway, comprising 4m-wide boardwalk sections and 3m-wide concrete paths. For the boardwalk, Treadwell Group supplied 1.15km of FRP grating, providing a durable, low-maintenance walking and cycling surface suited to the demanding conditions of a waterside environment. What makes the installation particularly distinctive is that the grating was custom moulded to shape, rather than supplied as standard panels and cut to size. This manufacturing approach enabled the grating to follow the specific geometry of the boardwalk, supporting a precise fit while reducing the need for extensive on-site modification. FRP grating offers a number of advantages for infrastructure projects such as Te Whau Pathway. It is lightweight, corrosion-resistant and designed for long-term performance, making it well suited to exposed environments where traditional materials can be susceptible to deterioration. The result is a boardwalk designed not only to provide practical transport connection, but also to offer the community a place to walk, cycle and experience the natural environment surrounding the Whau River. The project has been years in the making. Te Whau Pathway Environment Trust has championed the pathway since 2014, working alongside Auckland Council, Auckland Transport, local boards and government to progress the project. The newly completed section represents an important milestone in that vision. It provides a safer alternative route for cyclists, creates accessible recreational opportunities and connects local communities with the Whau awa. For Treadwell, being involved in a project of this scale highlights the role engineered FRP solutions can play in major public infrastructure. From the initial design requirements through to the delivery of more than a kilometre of custom-moulded grating, the project demonstrates how composite materials can be tailored to meet the unique demands of complex infrastructure. As further stages of Te Whau Pathway progress, the vision of creating a continuous connection between Auckland’s two harbours moves closer to reality — providing a lasting asset for the communities, cyclists and pedestrians who will use it for years to come. P: 0800 244 600 E: sales@treadwellgroup.co.nz W: treadwellgroup.co.nz
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