Echo Point Jetty
Echo Point Jetty - NatureTREAD™
Echo Point Jetty, Tasmania – Located midway between Narcissus and Cynthia Bay at the southern end of Cradle Mountain – Lake St Clair National Park, Echo Point offers visitors a 11km lake-side walk through dense rainforest to Cynthia Bay. This walk offers a beautiful rainforest backdrop with a stunning view of Mount Ida on the eastern shore of the lake. Visitors also have the option of walking one way, and taking a ferry to return to the Visitor Centre.
In December last year, a contract to upgrade this jetty was awarded. Treadwell was involved in the design and supplied the FRP decking and structural profiles for the new jetty.
Project Challenges
- The surface of the decking had to be hardy and have anti-slip properties to ensure safety for the user.
- Longevity and maintenance of the structure were key considerations.
- Installation was dependent on weather conditions.
- Installation was subject to strict timelines.
Project Information
Project Category: Recreational Public Infrastructure
Scope of Work: Design & Supply FRP Grating and Structural Profiles
Treadwell Products :
- NatureTREAD™ FRP Solution
- EX-Series® GratEX® FRP Square Mesh grating & Stair Treads
- ArchitEX™ FRP Structural Profiles
NatureTREAD™
- Treadwell’s GratEX® FRP Grating is constructed with a heavy-duty grit, creating a sturdy anti-slip surface.
- Treadwell’s FRP products are constructed from premium resin systems that include corrosion resistant properties and UV inhibitors, ensuring durability and dependability in coastal conditions.
- With the ability to be pre-fabricated, installation at the site is quick and easy.
- Given the nature of FRP, any system utilising it is virtually maintenance free, keeping maintenance costs to a minimum.
