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Kingston Dock | Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Cutting-Edge Formwork Solutions in Action

The Kingston Dock project in Kingston, Ontario, Canada, aims to enhance local infrastructure and support commercial and recreational activities, stimulating economic growth and creating a safer, more efficient maritime environment. A key part of this initiative is the improvement of the Kingston and Marysville Wolfe Island ferry docks, accommodating a larger ferry and enhancing services with new buildings for passengers, utilities, and services. Upgrades include improved mooring and docking facilities, expanded marshaling spaces, and better amenities for pedestrians and cyclists. Clearwater Structures is receiving the contract for these upgrades.

Choosing Innovative Solutions and Engineering Excellence

Clearwater Structures Inc. selected EFCO for this undertaking, which includes two primary structures: the finger pier and the dolphin. The finger pier consists of 21 lower caissons arranged in a 7x3 layout, linked by concrete beams and precast slabs. The dolphin structure will incorporate eight taller caissons with pre-fitted supports and steel X bracing for improved lateral stability. EFCO's PLATE GIRDER? , E-BEAM & SUPER STUD? were vital in achieving the project's structural and performance objectives.

Efficient Formwork Construction Process

EFCO's PLATE GIRDER main beams and E-BEAM & SUPER STUD soffits were used for their exceptional performance in creating long spans with minimal supports, reducing the need for extensive scaffolding. The ability to span 5.2 m in one direction allowed for pre-building on land and then flying the components into place, significantly streamlining the construction process and providing cost-effective alternatives to purchasing steel beams. This solution enhances safety, reduces assembly time, and offers significant cost savings compared to a custom-built steel alternative. This cost efficiency was a decisive factor in Clearwater's selection of our solution. The ganged assemblies were lifted into position using a crane onshore or on a nearby barge, with workers guiding and securing them. Divers handled underwater tasks while surface workers completed final adjustments and connections, ensuring a smooth installation.

Addressing Unique Challenges

The Kingston Dock project faced several unique challenges, including incomplete adjacent structures complicating access and a busy project environment requiring careful coordination with other trades. EFCO's design capabilities, which allow for longer-spanning members to be installed in fewer picks, enabled Clearwater Structures to complete the installation faster than anticipated. Despite winter conditions and underwater work, EFCO's formwork systems performed efficiently, and their flexibility helped navigate conflicts with the lower steel structure, tying the caissons together.

Why Clearwater Structures Choose EFCO

Clearwater Structures selected EFCO for the Kingston Dock project due to EFCO's innovative formwork solutions and engineering excellence. EFCO's ability to overcome challenges and increase project efficiency was crucial in enhancing the Kingston and Marysville Wolfe Island ferry docks. This collaboration improved local infrastructure, fostering economic growth and enhancing maritime operations. Clearwater Structures highly values EFCO's knowledge and super service and looks forward to using EFCO’s quality products in the future.

EFCO EQUIPMENT

PLATE GIRDER? , E-BEAM & SUPER?STUD?

Clearwater Structures Inc. TEAM

Dave Richmond, Project Manager

Malcolm McKinnon, Project Superintendent

Nuno Teiseira, Project Coordinator

EFCO FORMWORK SPECIALISTS–ATLANTA

Matthew Poirier, District Engineer

Alex Lacasse, Territory Manager

Brendan Rayburn, Territory Manager