The Recycling Centre Balcatta was constructed in 1980 and is used by the general public, contractors and the City’s waste trucks for the transfer of general waste. Continuous impact from the 15 tonne front-end loaders, resulted in extensive damage to the structure where waste is stockpiled limiting operations to 20% capacity.

DCB Engineering carried out a structural capacity assessment of the existing building. We then worked with the City of Stirling and their preferred contractor, to develop an economical buildable solution which met the City’s requirements. The solution involved complex demolition procedures, and the installation of a new reinforced concrete push wall and modular steel screens all whilst the recycling centre remained operational.