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Temporary Works Solutions

Flexible. Reusable. Built for Demanding Construction Environments.

Stone Strong® blocks provide a practical and cost-effective solution for temporary works across civil, transport, marine, and infrastructure projects. Their large mass, rapid installation, and ability to be removed and reused make them an ideal alternative to traditional temporary retaining systems.

Whether supporting an excavation, creating temporary access, protecting critical infrastructure, or stabilising construction sites, Stone Strong delivers a robust solution that can be adapted to changing project requirements.

Designed for Temporary Construction Applications

Unlike many temporary retaining systems that require extensive installation and removal works, Stone Strong blocks can be rapidly deployed using standard lifting equipment and reused across multiple projects.

The modular nature of the system allows structures to be installed, modified, extended, relocated, or removed as construction programmes evolve.

Civil Construction Solutions

Practical Retaining Solutions for Civil Infrastructure

Stone Strong is widely used throughout civil construction projects where speed, durability, and constructability are critical. The system provides engineers and contractors with a versatile retaining solution capable of accommodating a wide range of site conditions and loading requirements.

From commercial developments and industrial sites to utilities and public infrastructure projects, Stone Strong helps simplify construction while maintaining long-term structural performance.

Typical Civil Applications

  • Commercial developments
  • Industrial facilities
  • Service corridors
  • Utility infrastructure
  • Site development projects
  • Bulk earthworks
  • Flood protection works
  • Public infrastructure projects

Road Construction Solutions

Supporting New Roads, Upgrades and Transport Networks

Stone Strong retaining systems are extensively used throughout road construction projects to retain embankments, support carriageways, create grade separations, and maximise usable land within constrained corridors.

The speed of installation and reduced construction footprint make Stone Strong particularly valuable where traffic disruption must be minimised.

Road Infrastructure Applications

  • Highway retaining walls
  • Road widening projects
  • Intersections and roundabouts
  • Grade separation structures
  • Bridge approach embankments
  • Cut and fill stabilisation
  • Slip repair works
  • Access road construction

    Why Road Engineers Choose Stone Strong

    • Faster construction programmes
    • Reduced traffic disruption
    • Lower whole-of-life costs
    • Proven performance under traffic loading
    • Adaptability to varying site conditions

    Marine Project Advantages

    • Durable precast concrete construction
    • Reduced in-water construction requirements
    • Fast installation programmes
    • Adaptability to varying site conditions
    • Suitable for harsh coastal environments

    Marine Construction Solutions

    Engineered for Coastal and Waterfront Environments

    Stone Strong’s large-scale precast blocks provide a durable and resilient solution for marine and waterfront infrastructure projects. Their mass and structural stability make them suitable for retaining applications where exposure to water, tidal movement, and challenging ground conditions are common.

    The system can be incorporated into a variety of marine infrastructure projects while providing rapid installation and reduced construction complexity.

    Marine Applications

    • Port developments
    • Wharf and terminal infrastructure
    • Marina developments
    • Coastal retaining walls
    • Boat ramp construction
    • Waterfront developments
    • Flood resilience projects
    • River and canal works

        Railway Construction Solutions

        Retaining Systems Designed for Rail Infrastructure

        Stone Strong has been successfully used on rail projects throughout New Zealand and internationally, providing retaining and abutment solutions that meet the demanding requirements of railway infrastructure.

        The system is particularly effective where construction access is limited, track possession windows are restricted, or project programmes require accelerated delivery.

        Railway Applications

        • Rail bridge abutments
        • Trackside retaining walls
        • Rail embankment stabilisation
        • Grade separation projects
        • Station developments
        • Rail corridor widening
        • Culvert and drainage structures
        • Temporary rail works

            Benefits for Rail Projects

            • Reduced track possession requirements
            • Accelerated installation
            • High structural performance
            • Compatibility with reinforced soil systems
            • Proven use on major rail infrastructure projects

            One System. Multiple Applications.

            Contact Us

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            HEAD OFFICE

            PO Box 31 288, Milford, Auckland 0240

            0800 820 8070

            engineering@stonestrong.co.nz

            SOUTH ISLAND – STONE STRONG CANTERBURY LTD

            Timaru Block Yard / Display
            56 Main South Road, Timaru
            South Caterbury

            Contact

            Steve Fraser
            0800 820 8070