'The ARMCO barrier protection treatment has been accepted as a standard treatment to address similar situations along shared pathways. Great job!’

Bhushan Jani, Transport Engineer, City of Boroondara.

The City of Boroondara recently commissioned Replas to design and install a protective barrier for cyclists to cover the sharp metal edges of the guardrails along the edge of a local shared path.

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The Twelve Apostles car park, in Victoria, is now the site of some very innovative and sustainable bridge construction. Six timber footbridges have been transformed with the installation of recycled-plastic Enduroplank™ decking.

The new bridges, which also feature a composite fibre sub-structure, are a perfect solution in this harsh coastal environment where timber rots quickly due to the damp salty air.

Parks Victoria was particularly pleased that during their busy period at the site, it took only a short time to install these low maintenance and cost effective structures.

It will soon be easier than ever to get around the laid back city of Mackay, with the addition of the new Bluewater Trail. The 21-kilometre shared pedestrian-cycle trail encircles the city and will link several tourist attractions, including the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens, Bluewater Lagoon, Bluewater Quay and the Mackay Regional Botanic Gardens.

The trail incorporates a walkway—The Pioneer Environmental Walk—which is under water four weeks of the year. Mackay Regional Council needed a product for this part of the trail that could withstand such conditions, so the natural choice was Replas’ recycled-plastic Enduroplank™ with a composite fibre sub-structure from Wagners.

The 1.2km footpath, 30 m bridge over Alligator Creek and 1 km of boardwalk was installed by Abergeldie Constructions.

‘The final appearance of the completed boardwalk is a credit to all involved. The products incorporated into the project offered a superior product over conventional methods and products used in the past.’

John Board, QLD Construction Manager with Abergeldie Constructions.

South Australia’s City of Unley is very proud of its beautiful tree lined streets, but the same tress that breathe life into the city are also responsible for breaking up the footpaths, causing safety issues.

The council continually had to repair the footpath, due to tree roots bursting through the bitumen. Because of the significance of the trees, they could not be removed, meaning a large portion of council funds were going into maintaining the footpath.

What was needed was a solution that was not only sustainable, but had an extremely long lifespan. Replas provided the answer in Enduroplanking™, installed over a raised composite fibre base, with recycled plastic capping used for a kick rail.

This provided the council with a completely timber-free solution, offering immense street appeal whilst also being cost effective. The footpath now has an expected lifespan in excess of 40 years, and, importantly, has allowed the integrity of the tree roots to be preserved.

Situated among the lush, tropical gardens of the Rockhampton Botanic Gardens is the Rockhampton Zoo, home to over 50 species of Australian native and exotic animals. One main feature of the zoo is the Free Flight Aviary, home to many colourful birds including dazzling King parrots, Major Mitchell and black cockatoos.

The aviary has a brand new raised pathway, constructed from Enduroplank™ decking and composite fibre, to allow visitors comfortable access through the flight path of the birds.

Enduroplank™ is the ideal product for Rockhampton’s humid conditions as it won’t rot or attract slippery fungal growth, outlasting timber decking by many years.

Enduroplank™ decking is the ideal choice for beach access pathways, as salt water will not corrode the material when submerged. To create the beach access, recycled-plastic slats are used as floating bearers, sturdy Enduroplanks™ are screwed into place, and the sand does the rest.

The grooved finish of the Enduroplank™ ensures a non-slip surface which doesn’t heat up in the sun, due to airflow movement between the raised fins on each plank. Beach access pathways help reduce sand erosion, as they encourage visitors to stick to the official beach entry corridor.

Shown here are several of the eight recycled-plastic beach pathways that have now been installed in Ballina, New South Wales.

The students at Hackham South Primary School, near Port Noarlunga in South Australia, are delighted with their new School Fit Exersite®. This Exersite® is designed to be used in a class setting by PE teachers, or by others following the easy-to-read instructions on the recycled-plastic signs.

This project also included the installation of a sturdy composite-fibre & Enduroplank™ footbridge, to allow the public easy access to the equipment.

Beachridge Estate at Jurien Bay, Western Australia, is situated 200 kilometres north of Perth on the Turquoise Coast. The area is characterised by majestic beaches and marine ecology, which is why the developers have used unique landscaping techniques to create a coastal living environment.

Replas Enduroplanks™ were selected for the elegant curved boardwalk and footbridge that cross the estate, as its ability to withstand harsh coastal conditions means the application will last for many years to come with little to no maintenance.

More than eight pedestrian beach access ramps have been installed at Lennox Head, in New South Wales. Designed to protect the precious sand dunes, recycled-plastic slats are used as floating bearers, whilst sturdy Enduroplanks™ are screwed into place.

The grooved finish of the Enduroplank™ ensures a non-slip surface that does not heat up in the sun. During cyclone season, the complete platform can be dragged away from the beachfront by tractors. Once the danger has passed, the beach access structure can be pulled back into place.

Best of all, the cost of the product and installation is a fraction of the price of any boardwalk alternatives.

Brisbane City Council has been faced with a problem in the Mount Coot-tha Botanical Gardens for some time. The original bitumen pathway had been damaged by the park’s extensive tree root systems, requiring constant maintenance.

The solution was to use Replas Enduroplank™ decking, as it is flexible and allows for movement. The end result looks fantastic, and visitors can now enjoy a stroll in the garden for many years to come.