Standing tall at an impressive 35m, our 130T Piling Rig soared high in the Melbourne CBD skyline at our Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) site!
We recently wrapped up the piling preparations, navigating several live service relocations and unexpected challenges during demolition and excavation. We imported crushed rock to construct the piling pad, ready for the 130-ton piling rig to do its job.
At 4am, under a special out of hours permit we delivered the Continuous Flight Auger (CFA) rig and mast components, towering 35m over the Melbourne CBD. Over three days, we drilled five CFA piles, managing concrete deliveries and spoil removal, all near the existing Coroners Court of Victoria and in close proximity to an existing structure. Each pile reached depths of over 30 meters to hit bedrock, with reinforcement cages set to the precise heights.
Despite our presence, the Coroners Court and VIFM continued to operate. Our team’s hard work and coordination have been crucial, especially in such close proximity.
Learn more about the project: Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine – Capital Works Upgrade – Built Environs
