SERVICES

Engineering Consultancy

Innovative Solutions and Expertise at Meccanico

At Meccanico, our team of specialist engineers and consultants is passionate about leveraging new technologies and methodologies to benefit our clients. We are dedicated to staying at the forefront of advancements in specialised jacking, ensuring that you receive the most innovative solutions available. Our engineering consultancy service is committed to delivering comprehensive and reliable solutions for temporary works design, emphasising the critical role of risk management in projects involving structural designs and processes like lifting, lowering, levelling, or shifting.

Tailored Design and Risk Management

When opting for our engineering consultancy service, you gain access to a team of experienced engineers who collaborate closely with project engineers to assess loads and risks meticulously. We consider all essential aspects, such as load weight, dimensions, site conditions, and specific project requirements or constraints.

Leveraging our vast experience and expertise, we create high-quality design packages that manage the process effectively, ensuring your project’s safety, efficiency, and compliance with standards and regulations.

Our Approach to Engineering Excellence

Advanced Analysis for Optimal Performance

Utilising cutting-edge software and tools, we analyse and simulate various scenarios to identify potential risks and refine our designs for peak performance. Our expertise in structural engineering guarantees that all designs are structurally sound, capable of supporting the necessary loads and forces. Throughout the design process, we prioritise open communication and collaboration, valuing your input and integrating it into the final design to meet your project’s specific needs.

Safety and Client Satisfaction

Safety is our paramount concern; thus, we adhere to stringent safety protocols and conduct thorough risk assessments to mitigate any potential hazards. Whether your project requires temporary works design for lifting, lowering, levelling, or shifting, Meccanico’s engineering consultancy service is equipped to provide dependable and effective solutions. Our commitment to excellence, meticulous attention to detail, and dedication to client satisfaction distinguish us as your trusted engineering partner.

Our Projects

Selected case studies of our unique projects

Britomart Tunnel – Load Transfer

Northern Expressway – Bridge Lift

Wairoa Bridge – Jacking and Levelling and Locking

Additional Services

A team of experienced, registered experts

Precision

Meccanico’s purpose built jacking system uses a computer-controlled, custom-built 6000 (metric) ton synchronised positioning system.

The software allows us to set exact parameters to execute a complex lift, and synchronised positioning of heavy loads with high damage risk is much easier. The modular system uses multiple split-flow pumps, each with four individual flows and 40 lifting points. Each lifting point has its own single oil flow; the load can be positioned smoothly and with extreme precision.

TESTIMONIALS

Working with the world’s best

I have been involved with Rod and Meccanico for three large bridge lifts on two of New Zealands significant infrastructure roading projects in the last few years. I was the structures lead for the design team and was involved in the construction monitoring during the construction phase of the projects.

Jacking each bridge was a complex operation and required well controlled load and displacements in each of the jacks as we simultaneously lifted (up to 13 beams) concrete bridge beams that were rigidly connected together by a concrete deck.

Our company is also involved in the maintenance for many of New Zealand’s existing bridges and I would have no hesitation in using Meccanico when we need to jack an existing bridge to replace the existing bridge bearings in the future.

Ted Polley

Technical Director Structural Engineering

Martinus engaged Meccanico for the demolition of an existing wall inside Britomart Tunnel in Auckland CBD. Scope of works consisted of jacking to transfer load from the existing wall to a newly constructed wall, continuous monitoring of deflections, and design of all associated temporary works. Meccanico engaged Quoin to develop the temporary works design in collaboration with Martinus, Aurecon and City Rail Link Ltd. and developed the jacking methodology in accordance with the permanent works design requirements. The jacking works were completed successfully as critical path works during a rail shutdown with a very happy client as a result.

Throughout the works, it has been great to work with Meccanico as a trusted partner to deliver a robust solution, work to the program, and produce solutions where required. Impressed with the ability and flexibility of the team to get the job done. It was a pleasure to work with Rod & team!

Martinus Rail

We engaged Rod and his team to lift and an industrial warehouse roof back in March 2022 in New Lynn.

Rod visited our site and provided a safe methodology and successfully raised the full roof structure to the heights we required meeting our agreed timelines and budget.

I would have no hesitation recommending Rod and his team and will definitely chose to use them again for any future works we have.

Mark Niccolls

QDC Works Ltd

Due to unexpected settlement, the bridge had warped and required intervention to remove the warping stresses. We engaged Meccanico for this challenging operation, which involved synchronous operation of each jack and precise control of jack loads to prevent structural damage.

Under the leadership of Rod, his team worked with efficiency and competence, demonstrating excellent collaboration skills when dealing with higher than expected loads. Throughout the project, Rod kept variations to a minimum and provided a reasonable price for his services.

Overall, we were impressed with Meccanico’s expertise and professionalism in handling this complex project, and we would not hesitate to recommend them to others in need of similar services.

Dylan

Our Company

Culture.

We celebrate a diverse team of individuals who we encourage to take part in a hard working, fun work environment and who we encourage in their own personal growth and growth within our team.

Attitude.

We approach every job and challenge with a positive outlook and a can do approach. We focus on the solutions and ensure that we prepare ourselves to affect positive outcomes in any given situation.

Communication.

Our open door policy runs through each level of our business, from our engineering team and consultants, through to our workers on the ground. Clear, respectful communication and our ability to communicate and listen well is a part of Meccanico’s ongoing growth and success.