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Fortawall Fencing at Brisbane Airport

The Project

United Rentals partnered with Downer Infrastructure to supply and install Fortawall temporary fencing for airside resurfacing works at Brisbane Airport, providing a secure, wind-resistant perimeter that maintained compliance with airport operational and safety requirements.

Summary

To support construction activity in a live airport environment, United Rentals delivered Fortawall temporary fencing that combined strength, rapid installation, and high wind resistance. The system improved site safety and security, controlled access to operational zones, and reduced setup and demobilisation time by 70%, ensuring the project could progress efficiently without disrupting airport operations.

Challenge

Construction projects at airports provide numerous logistical and safety challenges due to flight arrivals, departures and continuous operations.

With Downer Infrastructure doing airside resurfacing work at Brisbane Airport, it needed a strong, versatile and secure temporary fencing solution to separate operational areas from construction activity and ensure it met compliance standards.

Benefits

Strong, secure, safe

With wind resistance up to 165km/h the system helped improve safety and security on site as well as controlling access to operational zones during construction.

Efficiency

With fewer parts and light-weight components, installation time was reduced by 70% compared to traditional temporary fencing resulting in a quick, safe and compliant fencing solution.

Compliant

United Rentals completed all Brisbane Airport induction requirements on installation day. Additionally, engineering documentation was supplied to the customer prior to installation to upload to their system.

Key Deliverables

Strong, versatile, and secure fencing solution
Wind resistant to 165 km/h
Fast and efficient set up and demobilisation

Features

Wind resistant to 165 km/h (82 km/h with 10% shade cloth)
Water-filled barrier system
Each component weighs 12kg when empty and 294kg when full
Installation and demobilisation time reduced by 70%
Minimises trip hazards with no protruding feet or bracing
Key dimensions – Overall length: 2415 mm; Base height: 600mm; Height with fence panel: 2100mm; Width: 390mm
Australian-made and manufactured using 100% HDPE polyethylene

Additional Benefits

Fits standard temporary fence panels to AS/NZS 4687.1:2022
Space-resistant design to minimise on site impact

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