Create Safer Motorways and Highways with the Coffey Testing – Adelaide Team

The Coffey Testing – Adelaide Team has the skills and expertise to assist with any roads and tunnelling projects in South Australia.

Discover the testing capabilities that our South Australian team can offer when it comes to prioritising the longevity, structural integrity and safety of our roads and tunnels.

The Importance of Efficient Roads and Tunnels in South Australia

When it comes to sustaining economic growth through Infrastructure Programs, Australian Governments are investing large sums of money into creating and rehabilitating roads and tunnels to improve transportation systems.

Working on these major roads and tunnelling projects can improve the following:

• Allows drivers to bypass copious traffic lights, cutting down the time of the everyday commute,
• The improvement of productivity and accessibility for small and large freight vehicle movements,
• Additional connectivity between communities,
• Improving the efficiency and reliability of all modes of travel,
• Creating additionally connected communities, that will lead to improved land use opportunities,
• Job creation, which will create a skills legacy for South Australia in particular,
• Improving the public transport services by providing more efficient transportation routes and journeys,
• Increase the safety of all roads, and
• The continued preservation of important cultural and heritage sites.

Coffey Testing – Adelaide’s Soil Testing Capabilities

Coffey Testing – Adelaide boasts a comprehensive network of remote and stationary laboratories, where our skilled geo-technicians are located. With over 60 years of expertise and experience, we are well equipped to assess the integrity of the soil, because after all – all successful projects start with the groundworks.

The types of soil testing that Coffey Testing – Adelaide can facilitate include:

• Standard and Modified Compaction Testing,
• Moisture Content Testing,
• Maximum Dry Density Testing,
• Dry Density Ratio Testing,
• Emerson Class Testing,
• Particle Size Distribution,
• PI/ Atterberg Limits, and
• Shrink Swell Testing.

For more information on the soil testing that the Coffey Testing – Adelaide team can facilitate, get in touch with our team here.

Concrete Tests Available at Coffey Testing – Adelaide

Due to Coffey Testing’s affiliation with AustStab, our clients can feel at ease and a sense of reassurance to know that when it comes to concrete testing for your next project, that all the following are considered:

• Costs needed to rehabilitate any materials used are reduced,
• Impact on the environment is minimised,
• Building safer roads for drivers are at the forefront of our priorities, and
• Our rates are competitive.

We are committed to making a positive difference when it comes to concrete testing for your next project. Reach out to us today, and we can further discuss your requirements.

Unlock more insights with Coffey Testing – Adelaide’s Aggregate Testing Services

Coffey Testing – Adelaide can also provide aggregate testing services that allows project managers to make more informed decisions for successful roads and tunnel projects.
Whether you are looking for results on the following materials:

• Concrete aggregates,
• Road base aggregates,
• Drainage aggregates, or
• Asphalt aggregates,

Our team are here to help you.

With in-depth aggregate testing, backed by NATA requirements and Australian standards, Coffey Testing are the construction materials testing industry that you can trust. Contact us today for more information.

Coffey Testing – Adelaide can also undertake Pavement Investigation

Coffey Testing possesses a strong grounding in pavement rehabilitation, specialising in the realm of stabilised and foamed bitumen pavements.
We prioritise incorporating design measures to retain in-situ materials where we can, as this not only contributes to cost savings but also results in effective project delivery and minimised material waste. This becomes especially critical in rural areas, where transportation costs for materials can surpass the actual cost of pavement materials.

Coffey Testing utilise Pavement Investigations for many local councils, civil contractors, and regional road programs. Find out more on how we can utilise Pavement Investigation for your next project.

Reach out to Coffey Testing – Adelaide for Level 1 Supervision

Our Coffey Testing – Adelaide team can perform Level 1 Site Supervision and Testing in accordance with ‘AS3798-2007 Guidelines on Earthworks for Commercial and Residential Developments.’

Coffey Testing’s longstanding relationships with our clients, combined with our skilled staff ensures that we have the appropriate experts on-hand to ensure that your projects are completed in a timely and effective manner whilst reducing your construction risk exposure. Get in touch for our rates or speak to a Coffey Testing member about this today.

Coffey Testing – Adelaide’s Specialty Testing Laboratory Facility

At Coffey Testing, we understand that not all projects are the same. Our technical experts can conduct specialist tests and produce data tailored to suit any differing project requirements.
Our specialty testing at our Adelaide branch includes but are not limited to:

• Soil Permeability Testing,
• Hydrometer/ Sedimentation Testing, and
• Soil Suction Testing.

Find out more about other specialty testing services Coffey Testing – Adelaide can provide.

Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s Airport Project Team

Airport pavement maintenance is a crucial aspect of ensuring safe and efficient operations at airports. Pavements, including runways, are subjected to stress from heavy aircraft, equipment and changing weather conditions. For these pavements to maintain their longevity and strength, regular maintenance is critical in keeping these surfaces in optimal condition, ensuring the safety of passengers, crew, and cargo.

Coffey Testing – Melbourne have their own Airport Project Team, that focuses primarily on providing quality results to some of Australia’s biggest airports.

Compaction Testing at Coffey Testing – Melbourne

Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s Airport Project Team recognises the importance of compaction testing, as this ensures the integrity and stability of the Airport’s foundations.

By determining the Maximum Dry Density (MDD) alongside nuclear density of existing materials, we can provide valuable insights for project managers when it comes to creating solutions for their projects. This approach not only assures the success of the project, but also allows for crisis management to be made if any challenges were to arise further down the road.

Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) Testing

Dynamic Cone Penetrometer (DCP) Testing is one of the processes that Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s Airport Projects team utilises to truly understand the properties of soil and its bearing capacity.

DCP is usually conducted at a maximum of a 1.5m depth from the foundations, and this process serves as an integral tool for the Airports Project Team to define the soil’s properties and bearing capacity accurately.

The DCP testing methodology not only aids in determining the soil’s strength and compactivity, but it also provides important data that supports the project’s infrastructure.

In the dynamic landscape of construction and projects that are heavily based around infrastructure, stability of structure relies heavily on the characteristics of its soil foundations. Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s commitment to employing DCP testing underscores their dedication to delivering reliable and resilient solutions for Melbourne’s Airport projects.

Compaction testing onsite at the Melbourne Airport Pavement Maintenance Project (MAPMP) 2.0.

Compressive Strength Testing and Flexural Strength Testing

Compressive Strength and Flexural Strength testing form the backbone of Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s commitment to ensuring the structural integrity of concrete in all Airport projects.

Meanwhile, flexural strength is our focus, as the operational hours of the airport are solely dependent on the reflection of the work that we get done in this short period of time and ensuring that the job is done right.

The commitment to standard procedures for larger beams, coupled with close communication with the airport and other clients, ensures a consistent and reliable testing process. Coffey Testing- Melbourne’s approach to this is further implemented through specialised transportation with heaters that are mirroring tank temperatures, exemplifying their dedication to precision and excellence.

Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s Focus on Quality Assurance

Coffey Testing – Melbourne’s Airport Projects team is committed to quality assurance, underpinned by their NATA accredited testing processes.

Due to the tight timeframes that are associated with Airport projects, the team ensures that each slab meets the stringent requirements that come with the Airport’s operational hours.

The focus on achieving the required flexural strength from 2, 3 and 4-hour beams highlights Coffey Testing Melbourne’s precision and commitment to the attention-to-detail that is necessary for a project of this nature.

Get in touch with Coffey Testing – Melbourne for all your Airport Project Needs

For a high-quality result backed by the efficient operations of the Airport Project team, look no further than Coffey Testing – Melbourne. Contact our sales team for more information today.

Coffey Testing Can Service Remote and Rural Australia

Coffey Testing is committed to providing solutions for all projects, no matter the scope and location. 

With our additional resources, knowledge and experienced staff available throughout regional and remote Australia, the Coffey Testing team can assist with our client’s projects through our Site Labs and Remote Testing facilities. 

Coffey Testing Site Labs and Remote Testing 

With Coffey Testing’s proven delivery of accurate and timely results for a range of remote mining and civil infrastructure, we are a construction materials testing company that our clients can trust. 

Coffey Testing has access to one of the large NATA accreditations in Australia, meaning that our teams can keep their testing requirements in-house.

When it comes to site labs and remote testing, Coffey Testing can facilitate on-site testing that:

  • Will deliver client’s results on time, and 
  • Won’t break the budget, on even the most challenging and remote of projects. 

Soil Testing

Coffey Testing can facilitate the following soil testing services in their remote annexes:

  • Soil classification,
  • Material quality and conformance, 
  • Compaction testing, 
  • Consolidation testing, 
  • Density testing, through to advance specialised testing. 

To find out information, see here. 

Concrete Testing

When it comes to testing concrete in the construction industry, ensuring that your concrete and other materials are being tested accurately, and having a team of qualified technicians that you can rely on is imperative. 

Our nationwide Coffey Testing team specialise in an extensive range of concrete testing, from general field, and QA testing, through to specialty concrete testing. 

Our ongoing affiliation with AustStab, also gives our clients additional reassurance that all factors such as cost, time, and the environment are covered. 

Find out more about our concrete testing capabilities here.

Aggregate Testing 

Coffey Testing’s aggregate testing services offer not only reliable results, but also equip our clients with the knowledge and solutions required for their projects. 

Our in-depth aggregate testing services offer reliable results that provide you with all the data you need. 

You can find out more about our aggregate testing capabilities here

Coffey Testing Remote Annex Locations Across Australia

Coffey Testing across Australia have had the following remote annex locations available for a wide range of projects, including: 

Do you need remote testing for your next project?

No matter the size of your remote project, Coffey Testing can provide you with quality testing services, regardless of where you are. To find out more about our site labs and remote testing services, do not hesitate to get in touch today. 

Explore the Possibilities of Pavement Longevity with Coffey Testing – Central Coast

Our Coffey Testing – Central Coast team are specialists in pavement rehabilitation and longevity.

We invite you to explore the possibilities and testing capabilities that we can provide when it comes to ensuring that the longevity, structural integrity, and safety of Australian roads are our priorities.

Coffey Testing – Central Coast’s Drilling Team

The Coffey Testing – Central Coast drilling team are experienced in helping local councils, civil contractors, and regional road programs to restore their LGA’s pavements. We aim to help provide safer roads for their communities and by doing so Coffey Testing is:

  • Significantly reducing the waste of otherwise discarded materials
  • Decreasing the impact on the environment, and
  • Minimising the cost associated with local taxpayers.

Our drilling team have strong backgrounds in construction materials testing and will be able to utilise this knowledge to undertake thorough pavement investigations for our client’s projects.

Coffey Testing’s approach to Quality Assurance

Coffey Testing is an Australian Owned organisation that has been paving the way for construction materials testing for over 60 years.

When it comes to pavement investigation, stablisation trial mix design and conformance testing, deflection monitoring, material quality testing and compaction testing across all scales of pavement projects, Coffey Testing used its NATA accredited testing methods to give our clients the results they need rather than the results that they want.

Coffey Testing and Pavement Longevity for Road Rehabilitation

Our Coffey Testing – Central Coast drilling team aims to repurpose and recycle any materials used to increase the lifespan of Australia’s roads.

Materials such as:

  • Recycled crushed concretes, suitable for road bases, and
  • Selected material zones (SMZs) and crushed glass,

Are ideal for the road rehabilitation as they are already available, cutting supplier costs and turnaround time needed for materials to be shipped.

Coffey Testing is also the only private testing laboratory network in Australia that has the WLB10S Foaming Trial Machine for bitumen modulus testing under our belts, making us the ideal company when it comes to councils wanting high quality results for their roads without dipping too far into their allocated budgets.

Striving for continued improvement in the Pavement Investigation Process

Coffey Testing is a member of AustStab, which is Australia’s #1 pavement recycling and stabilisation association. Having access to this group allows for additional knowledge on the pavement investigation industry.

From the latest breakthroughs, guideline changes, and any troubleshooting within the industry, our Coffey Testing drilling team are always looking for ways to improve their processes, cut the costs and increase the quality of testing and outcome procedures for our clients.

DO YOU NEED A PAVEMENT INVESTIGATION DONE FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT?

Get in touch with our Coffey Testing – Central Coast team here.

Alternatively, you can also request a quote here.

View our range of projects here. 

 

Coffey Testing – Rockhampton’s Commitment to the Wind Energy Sector

Wind energy is one of Australia’s main sources of renewable energy. It generates enough energy to meet 35.9% of the country’s electricity demands and 9.9% of Australia’s overall electricity supply. By 2030, wind energy is projected to share 50% of electricity generation in Australia. This is a massive opportunity for major players for those already involved or wanting to be involved in the renewable industry. 

Coffey Testing- Rockhampton are eager to share their expertise and capabilities in the Wind Energy Sector. Through their commitment to delivering exceptional results, the Rockhampton team can assist with the following testing methods. 

Geo-Investigations

A geo-investigation, also known as soil testing, can allow for further insight to be gained into the ground conditions and current soil composition of the ground. This allows Project Managers to site plan with confidence and cut out the risks from the very beginning of the construction process. 

Concrete Testing and Assessments 

When it comes to the integrity of the Wind Farm, ensuring that the foundations are suitable for being built on top of, will determine the success of the overarching project, and will cut costs of project maintenance and renewal in the future.

Wind farms are typically built on a mountain or somewhere in which they are elevated from the ground. This is so that when the wind hits the turbines, they will kinetically move. It is important that not only the foundations are stable, but that the overall structure of the tower is in stable condition.

Construction Support

Coffey Testing can provide expertise on ensuring that your Wind Farm is stable and erect throughout the construction stage, ensuring that crane pads meet the design strength and design parameters. 

This is to ensure that, when cranes are erecting the different components of the Wind Farm such as the turbines, towers, gearboxes and blades are stable and kept in place, minimises risk that can be associated with unstable and dodgy construction practices.

Level 1 Supervision

Coffey Testing’s nationwide team of qualified technicians can perform Level 1 Site Supervision and Testing, which is in accordance with AS3798-2007 Guidelines on Earthworks for Commercial and Residential Developments. 

Coffey Testing’s network of Australian-wider stakeholders ensure that we have the appropriate experts on-hand to have your certification completed in a timely manner whilst reducing your construction risk exposure. When it comes to safety, Coffey Testing prioritises this.

Our desire to expand in the wind energy sector is backed by a strong track record of successful projects.

Let Coffey Testing – Rockhampton be your partner in facilitating your next wind energy project – Get in touch today for a quote.

Coffey Testing is NATA Accredited

Coffey Testing is a proudly owned, Australian business that has NATA accredited laboratories located nation-wide.

NATA, which is abbreviated from National Association of Testing Authorities, is Australia’s only national accreditation body for laboratories. Put simply, an accreditation by NATA demonstrates an organisation meeting or exceeding minimum standards in the production and delivery of its conformity assessment activities.

Coffey Testing are the industry leaders in Geotechnical and Civil Construction Material Testing Industry in Australia, with over 60 years’ experience in soils, concrete, aggregates, and also providing our clients with specialty testing, which is required on soft soils, aggregates and rock.

The reasons as to why it is so important to highlight Coffey Testing’s NATA accreditation is due to:

  • Quality assurance: Having a globally-recognised, peer-reviewed and government endorsed accreditation provides clients that have a relationship with Coffey Testing to have reassurance regarding the quality of work and a unique level of expertise and professionalism when it comes to getting the job done.
  • Recognition: NATA is nationally and internationally recognised, providing Coffey Testing with a competitive advantage when compared to competitors that may not be accredited, and ensures our readiness to capitalise on trade opportunities.
  • International: NATA is heavily involved with international groups, allowing Coffey Testing in turn to gain international recognition. This is important as it minimises the need for multiple assessments from different suppliers in order to receive an accreditation.
  • Competence: Receiving a NATA accreditation demonstrates Coffey Testing’s commitment to quality, safety, and reliability of the services we provide to our clients.
  • Education: NATA has been training individuals and teams alike for over 20 years, spreading more awareness around the importance of being accredited within the field of Geotechnical and Civil Construction Material Testing.
  • Innovation: Due to NATA’s innovative and timely business solutions, Coffey Testing has unique advantages over competitors, that include but are not limited to, versatile and cost friendly tests that can provide accurate insights and allow project managers to create proactive solutions and plans for a range of different projects.

If you have any questions or enquiries, contact our sales team today to find out which NATA accredited test will best suit your next project.

Coffey Testing – Sustainable Changes for a Greener Future

Coffey Testing are passionate about supporting the planet and its natural resources, in the hopes of creating an eco-friendly and promising future. We take great pride in our commitment and sustainability to environmental change, consistently ensuring we make a positive impact on the landscape around us.

The Shift Away from Mining

Australia is well known as a mining region. According to the ABS Labour Account data of 2021-22, there was a decrease of 26.2% of employment in mining across Australia.

Comparatively, in between the period of 2015-2019, Australia saw a substantial growth in renewable energy activities, such as scale solar, wind, and installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV), and then in 2021, renewable electricity generation accounted for 34.3% of careers in this field, across the board, and is rapidly increasing.

Coffey Testing Reducing Carbon Emissions

As of February 2023, traffic pollution claims more than 11,000 Australian lives lost each year, making air pollution a silent killer.

Coffey Testing has been monitoring their idling on a weekly basis through our Fleet Manager.

Since May 2023, our Coffey Testing Fleet idling rates have dropped by 13%, decreasing fuel costs of our vehicles, and further minimising the number of emissions that are omitted into the air.

We have recently begun purchasing different-branded vehicles, and the monitoring process will continue to identify if other branded vehicles release less emissions than others.

This process will allow us to make more environmentally conscious decisions when it comes to leasing or purchasing company cars in the future.

Coffey Testing Projects Focused on the Environment

Coffey Testing in recent years has taken on various projects that steer away from mining and focus on a renewable and sustainable future. These include the following:

Wind Farms

Wind energy is one of the nation’s biggest renewable energy resources. Wind power is generated through turbines, and this is where kinetic energy is converted into electrical energy. Wind Farms are usually placed in elevated places, due to there being more wind higher in the air, with many wind turbines with a build height of up to 160 metres.

As of 2023, there are currently more than 300 wind farm projects currently in operation. The Clean Energy Council (CEC) found that wind energy generated 29,891,946MW of electricity in 2022, which accounted for 35.6% Australia’s renewable energy, making wind Australia’s largest renewable energy source.

 

Coffey Testing Wind Farm Projects

  • Clark Creek Wind Farm: Located 150km North-West of Rockhampton and 150km South of Mackay, Stage One of this 450MW wind farm has commenced.
  • Lotus Creek Wind Farm: This $1 billion project, developed by Ark Energy, was approved for construction in late 2022. Lotus Creek is located approximately 20km West of the town of St Lawrence and will have a maximum capacity of up to 341MW.
  • Boulder Creek Wind Farm: Located 40km South-West of Rockhampton, and about 5km West of Mount Morgan in Central Queensland, Boulder Creek Wind Farm is approximately 372MW, and is expected to comprise of up to 60 wind turbines.

Solar Farms

These farms are typically housed on large plots of land, with several hundred photovoltaic solar panels connected and extended across the plot. Essentially, solar farms work the same that as a roof top solar panel unit, as they also absorb sunlight that is then converted into electricity.

These are used primarily to mass produce and generate large-scale power to then be fed directly into the grid, which can be utilised by households and businesses.

Liquefied Natural Gas

Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) involves the process of converting natural gas from its gaseous state into a liquid form. During this refrigeration period, dust, carbon dioxide and other impurities are removed.

LNG is a top contender in the renewable energy transition, and Coffey Testing has been a part of multiple projects in recent years whereby environmental protection and preserving natural flora and fauna is at the forefront.

Coffey Testing LNG Projects

Wheatstone LNG: This was one of six of the major LNG projects under construction throughout the 5-year period of 2011 -2016, located in Onslow, WA. The Project was hugely environmentally sensitive, and successfully managed their environmental considerations throughout project duration.

The Gorgon Gas Project: Located in Barrow Island, WA, this 9 year project has won awards for exceptional environment protection, through quarantine control, flora and fauna welfare, and protection control.

Super Batteries

Super or ‘massive’ batteries are a great tool that will assist with the transition to shift to renewable energy, from coal-powered energy. Filled with thousands of lithium-ion cells, battery storage is a great asset to have, as these batteries can help with responding to electrical shortages. This can be done through utilising the excess energy stored from windy and sunny periods at a quicker rate than network operators have relied on in the past.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Coffey Testing has also been taking the initiative to tidy up their laboratories and recycle any scrap metal that is left over on site.

Leaving scrap metal on site is not only bad for the environment, but it can also cause health and safety risks to staff, including human flesh coming in contact with poisonous chemicals as well as sharp machine parts, rust, and the overall lifting, tripping over and fall objects can also present hazards in the workplace as well.

By taking the time to ensure that scrap metals and anything sharp and heavy is removed safely and recycled accordingly, Coffey Testing is;

  • Decreasing energy usage levels
  • Decreasing water and air pollution
  • Removing exposure to certain toxins, and
  • Decreasing the risk of pulmonary and cardiovascular diseases.

An example of our Coffey Testing team considering the environment in a project includes the Pacific Highway Upgrade – This was a $370 million project that occurred between 2009- 2013. To minimise the disturbance of natural soils and waste generation, Coffey Testing provided specialist advice on the potential effects of aid rock damage, and developed field processes to ensure that as many recyclable materials were utilised as possible without compromising structural integrity.

Do you have a project dedicated to contributing to the future of Australia’s sustainability?

Get in touch today for a quote.

 

 

 

Coffey Testing’s Affiliation with NAWIC

Coffey Testing is honored to be affiliated with the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) organisation as a valued corporate member.

NAWIC is a not-for-profit organisation that strives to advocate for change, educate and empower, and connect women through their love and passion for the construction industry. With Chapters in every state and territory, NAWIC is also international, with Chapters located in the United States, New Zealand, and Canada.

The employees and volunteers involved are motivated in championing the core policy of having a minimum of 25% female participation across all of the construction industry by the year of 2025. To achieve this, the organisation has put together the foundations to encourage cultural change.

Above: NAWIC’s core policy stepping stones. Retrieved from NAWICs website: https://www.nawic.com.au/NAWIC/NAWIC/About/.

This partnership is important to Coffey Testing as it will enable us to continue to promote inclusivity and greater female participation in this male-dominated industry.

Coffey Testing is owned and managed by Dawn Watt, who started out with the company as a Construction Materials Technician in 2001 and became the first female CEO in the Geotechnical and Civil Construction Material Testing industry in Australia in 2019. This was an incredibly pivotal moment for not only the business, but for the construction industry as well.

Since Ms. Watt first stepped foot into the Coffey Testing laboratory in Newcastle over 20 years ago, she has overseen changes have really shaped the foundations of Coffey Testing that have resulted the movement of increasing gender diversity and female representation.

In 2003, Ms. Watt was the only female technician at Coffey Testing. 20 years on, Coffey Testing has 40 female lab employees – six are in positions of management across 12 labs, and 40% of the Coffey Testing Management Team are women.

With the current rate of female participation in the construction industry at approximately at 12%, being affiliated with NAWIC is such an important and valued partnership when it comes to the Australian Economy and taking the right steps towards a workplace culture where all genders are accepted.

Coffey Testing are looking forward to helping achieve these goals and to contribute to the change of the construction industry for now and the future.