Dodges Ferry Watercraft Access
Dodges Ferry Watercraft Access – NatureTREAD™
A small township in South Eastern Tasmania, Dodges Ferry was named after Ralph Dodge who ran a ferry service in the 1820s. It has long been a popular holiday area for Tasmanians with a focus on water activities. Dodges Ferry boasts a collection of stunning beaches, safe swimming areas and easily accessed boating and fishing spots. With a steady influx of permanent residents, the area morphed from a holiday beach town to a residential town with established amenities.
As part of upgrading efforts, Treadwell was engaged to supply the FRP products for the jetties of a boat ramp on Tiger Head Beach.
Project Challenges
- Structure would be under constant exposure to the harsh marine environment.
- Had to be able to maintain its structural integrity in corrosive coastal conditions.
- Difficulty in setting up and laying of structure as it was highly dependent on weather.
- Installation timeframe was subject to strict guidelines.
Project Information
Project Category: Recreational Public Infrastructure
Scope of Work: Supply FRP grating
Treadwell Products :
- NatureTREAD™
- ACCESS SYSTEMS GratEX® FRP Square & Mini Mesh Grating
- ArchitEX™ Structural Profiles
NatureTREAD™
- As part of the Treadwell NatureTREAD™ range, high performance GratEX® FRP grating and ArchitEX™ structural profiles were specified in building the structure as a preferred solution over traditional materials.
- Treadwell’s FRP products are constructed from premium resin systems that include corrosion resistant properties and UV inhibitors, ensuring durability in coastal conditions.
- GratEX® FRP panels offer anti-slip properties for enhanced safety for the user.
- Being lightweight, this structure was easy to install, keeping within the specified timeframe.
- Given the nature of FRP, any system utilising it is virtually maintenance free, keeping maintenance costs to a minimum.
