Sydney International Speedway
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Client
Abergeldie Contractors Pty Ltd
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Location
Eastern Creek, NSW
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Dates:
May 2021 – Mar 2022
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Products supplied
Precast Seating, Precast Steps,
Precast Plats, Precast Traffic Barriers,
Waterproofing Treatment Mixed into concrete and applied to surface (Aquron 300 and Aquron 1000)
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Precast Plats
800Lm
Precast Seating
490Lm
Precast Traffic Barriers
268
Precast Steps
Project Overview
The Sydney International Speedway project at Eastern Creek was a high-priority infrastructure initiative, driven by the need to replace the existing speedway at Clyde to make way for the Sydney Metro West project. The new speedway was not only a replacement but an upgrade, envisioned to become a world-class motorsport venue.
Abergeldie Contractors was responsible for the construction of this new facility, which was critical to the commencement of the Sydney Metro line. The urgency of the project was underscored by the State Government’s announcement of the speedway’s opening date, which set a tight timeline for completion.
Scope
Ozcast’s role in the Sydney International Speedway project was to supply precast concrete elements essential for the construction of the speedway’s infrastructure. The ambitious production goals set by the project’s tight schedule meant that there was no time available to prepare steel moulds, which are typically used for precast concrete production. As a result, Ozcast had to resort to conventional formwork methods, which are more labour-intensive but allow for quicker setup and turnaround times.
Ozcast had to maintain the high quality of materials throughout the production process, despite the accelerated pace and the labour-intensive nature of the work.
Outcome
The outcome of Ozcast’s involvement in the Sydney International Speedway project was a successful delivery of the required precast concrete elements within the demanding timeframe. The use of conventional formwork, whilst labour-intensive, enabled Ozcast to meet the production deadlines without compromising the quality of the materials. The Sydney International Speedway was completed and operational as planned, allowing for the Sydney Metro line work to begin as scheduled.
The project demonstrated Ozcast’s ability to adapt to challenging circumstances and deliver high-quality precast concrete products under pressure. The new speedway, with its state-of-the-art facilities, stands as a testament to the collaborative efforts of Abergeldie Contractors, Ozcast, and other stakeholders involved in the project.
