GROUND IMPROVEMENT

The Centenary Bridge Upgrade is a major transport infrastructure project designed to improve traffic flow and safety in Jindalee, QLD. The new three-lane northbound bridge will provide a vital extension to the existing Centenary Bridge, reducing congestion and enhancing commuter efficiency during peak hours.

Project Scope:

• Abutment A & B (Land): 13 bored piles (1,200mm diameter, avg. 21m deep)

• Pier 1 (Land): 4 bored piles (2,100mm diameter, avg. 27m deep)

• Pier 2-5 (Marine barge): 16 bored piles (2,400mm diameter, avg. 24m deep)

• Pier 6 (Land): 4 bored piles (1,500mm diameter, avg. 10m deep)

• Southern Section Ground Improvement: 180 CFA piles (450mm diameter)

Project Value:

Approximately $17,000,000

Equipment:

Caporn Piling deployed specialised land and marine-based equipment to execute the project, including:

• 1 x BG28V Piling Rig (Marine Barge)

• 2 x BG28H Piling Rigs (Land)

• 2 x 250t Crawler Cranes (Land)

• 1 x 300t Crawler Crane (Marine Barge)

• 1 x Marine Barge (18m wide by 64m long)

• 2 x Service Modular Barges/Pontoons (12m x 9m & 12m x 15m)

Working in collaboration with GBJV (Georgiou BMD Joint Venture), Caporn Piling is proud to support this significant infrastructure upgrade, ensuring a more efficient and safer road network for Queensland commuters.

Caporn Piling is proud to have contributed to the Pacific Motorway (M1) Palm Beach to Tugun Upgrade, the final section of the Varsity Lakes to Tugun (VL2T) project. This major infrastructure upgrade, which includes the construction of 10 new bridges, improves safety, capacity, and connectivity along one of Queensland's busiest transport corridors.

Project Scope

Caporn Piling delivered extensive foundation works, including:

• 44 bored piles (900mm diameter, up to 46m deep).

• 72 bored piles (1200mm diameter, up to 43m deep).

• 24 marine bored piles (900mm diameter, up to 32m deep).

• 40 driven steel tubular piles (900mm diameter, up to 38m deep).

• 43 driven steel tubular piles (1200mm diameter, up to 41m deep).

Equipment Utilised

• Bauer BG28 Drill Rig for precision bored piling.

• Bauer BFD1500 Fly Drill for challenging ground conditions.

• Crawler Cranes:

  • Manitowoc M8500, M12000, and Kobelco CKE2500 for lifting operations.

• Pile Driving and Vibratory Equipment:

  • Juntann HHK16S Impact Hammer for driven pile installation.

  • ICE 58B Vibratory Hammer for casing and steel pile installation.

Client
Seymour Whyte

Project Highlights

• Successful delivery of marine and land-based piling works to support 10 new bridges.

• Piles installed to depths of up to 46m, requiring advanced drilling and driving techniques.

• Safe and efficient operations within a high-traffic corridor and environmentally sensitive areas.

At Caporn Piling, we bring expertise, innovation, and precision to complex infrastructure projects. Our work on the Pacific Motorway Palm Beach to Tugun Upgrade delivered the robust foundations required to support Queensland’s future transport needs.

Caporn Piling is proud to have delivered critical foundation solutions for the Pacific Highway Upgrade at Lisarow, a significant infrastructure project enhancing safety and capacity along this busy transport corridor. The upgrade involved transforming the existing highway into a four-lane divided arterial road and constructing a new road bridge over the Main Northern Rail Line to replace the existing structure.

Project Scope

Retaining Wall Piles:

• 66 bored piles (600mm and 750mm diameter, up to 9m deep).

Bridge Piles:

• 78 permanent cased bored piles (900mm, 1050mm, and 1200mm diameter, up to 27m deep).

Equipment Utilized

• Soiltek S60 Low Headroom rig for restricted space piling.

• Bauer BG20 and Bauer BG28 rigs for precision piling operations.

• Crawler Cranes:

  • 40T Sennebogen for lighter lifts.

  • 80T Manitowoc for larger lifting requirements.

• ICE 58B Vibrator for casing installation.

Client
Daracon Group

Caporn Piling successfully delivered the construction of a landfill gas cut-off wall at Brisbane City Council’s former Cemetery Road Landfill site, now transformed into the Upper Kedron Reserve. This essential project utilized vinyl sheet pile wall methods to effectively manage landfill gas emissions, ensuring environmental protection and community safety.

Project Scope

• Excavation of 175 lineal metres of 3m deep bentonite slurry trench for gas containment.

• Installation of 175 lineal metres of SG425 vinyl sheet piles up to 10 metres in length, providing a secure gas cut-off barrier.

• Application of Adeka A50N sealant to ensure a watertight and gas-impermeable seal.

Equipment Utilised

• Bauer RG16 rig for efficient and precise vinyl sheet pile installation.

Client

Epoca Constructions

Project Outcomes

The landfill gas cut-off wall delivered critical environmental benefits, including:

• Effective containment of landfill gas emissions to protect nearby land and communities.

• Transformation of a former landfill site into a safe, sustainable green reserve for public use.

• Implementation of innovative solutions to meet environmental compliance standards.

At Caporn Piling, we are proud to contribute to environmentally responsible projects, delivering innovative piling and gas management solutions that transform legacy sites into valuable community assets.

Caporn Piling is proud to have delivered specialist foundation solutions for The Drying Green, Green Square’s new central park. Located in Sydney’s inner south, this 6,200-square-metre green space celebrates the area’s rich industrial history, providing a vital gathering place for the 60,000 residents of the Green Square development.

Project Scope

Caporn Piling’s work involved:

• 708 CMC piles (450mm diameter, to 15m depth).

• 196 CFA piles (450mm diameter, to 15m depth).

• 42 CFA piles (900mm diameter, to 15m depth).

• Pulse Echo Integrity Testing on up to 15% of piles.

• 2 static load tests to 590kN to ensure structural performance.

Equipment Utilized

• 2 x Bauer BG28V piling rigs for precision piling.

• 1 x Manitowoc M8500 crawler crane for heavy lifting.

• 2 track-mounted concrete line pumps for seamless concrete delivery.

• 14T Excavator for site support and preparation.

Client

Robson Civil Projects Pty Ltd

Project Significance

The Drying Green is a landmark open space within Green Square, offering:

• A central parkland for recreation, relaxation, and community events.

• A space that reflects Green Square’s wool-washing heritage, where fleece once dried across the fields.

• A key feature of Sydney’s largest urban renewal project, connecting residents and enhancing quality of life.

At Caporn Piling, we are proud to contribute to projects that shape communities and honour history. Our expertise and advanced piling solutions provided a strong, reliable foundation for The Drying Green, ensuring it stands as a green centerpiece for generations to come.