| 23 T T Kim Newth Cool solution for transport operator The purpose-built office building is designed to prioritise comfort and functionality, ensuring that the needs of office staff and truck drivers alike are well-served. Cohesive Construction: Cooltranz REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Christchurch-based Cohesive Construction has designed and built a cool storage distribution centre and offices for CoolTranz, a leading New Zealand provider of transport services for industries trading in chilled and frozen products. Family owned and operated, Cohesive has branches across the South Island, and is known for uncompromising quality in commercial, industrial and agribusiness construction. The new CoolTranz 1700sqm cool storage distribution centre, which is located in Hornby, was designed to support the client’s vision and commitment to ‘real cool transport everywhere’. It features eight loading docks, each equipped with sectional insulated doors, inflatable dock seals and hydraulic dock levelers, along with truck-wash facilities, and was built in stages to allow CoolTranz to continue operations with minimal disruption. The purpose-built office building (630sqm), designed to prioritise comfort and functionality, ensures that the needs of office staff and truck drivers alike are well-served. Custom elements include fully tiled showers and bathrooms, handcrafted vanities, a custom louvre system, custom plaster walls, architecturally designed kitchen and recreation areas, and a steel art wall that depicts the CoolTranz business journey. “With an innovative approach to workplace design and dedication to creating a positive and productive work environment, CoolTranz’s commitment to excellence has resulted in a truly exceptional facility that sets a new standard for industrial workplaces,” says Shaun Boldock, general manager at Cohesive Construction. Meticulous attention to detail is a hallmark of this new facility, which Shaun says reflects CoolTranz’s commitment to providing a first-class work environment for their staff. Cohesive Construction uses leading tools and technology such as Procore construction- management software along with the project-management Last Planner System to support clear and constructive communication, collaboration and coordination at every phase. “As a result,” says Shaun, “our in-house design and construction teams as well as trade contractors, project managers and stakeholders worked seamlessly together, with those tools fostering efficient communication and real-time problem solving.” Shaun says the procurement of internationally sourced materials was carefully planned and coordinated to ensure timely completion. “On every project we do, especially when working in a live environment as was the case here, maintaining safety on site is paramount. Using Procore ensures we can effectively track and report any safety hazards and incidents. We would also meet with the Cooltranz leadership team on a weekly basis to discuss site activities to ensure minimal disruption.” The new CoolTranz facility was built over 16 months, with the cool storage distribution centre completed in December 2023 and the office building in October 2024. “Following delivery of the first stage, the cool storage facility, CoolTranz entrusted us to also build their new fuel depot on the same site, and this has just been completed too,” says Shaun. Regional managing directors from across New Zealand recently convened in Christchurch for a conference hosted by Cohesive Construction’s head office. As part of the event, attendees toured three standout commercial projects in Christchurch, including the newly completed CoolTranz offices. The conference offered valuable opportunities to explore innovative construction techniques, share best practices, and discuss key industry challenges and achievements. “Together, we are building a stronger, more ‘cohesive ’construction company committed to excellence in everything we do,” Shaun says. Think Quality. Looks great, lasts long AVAILABLE RIGHT HERE IN YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD. 03 374 3263 I I I I ALWAYS PROUDTO BE A PART OF A PROJECT Cohesive Construction v Proudly supporting Cohesive Construction 027 564 2540 | andrew@gellatlybuilders.co.nz
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