Ronstan Architectural Rigging Systems gives Melbourne Cricket Ground high tensile stainless steel members.

Ronstan
Ronstan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.

The Melbourne Cricket Ground, or the G as it is affectionately known, is currently undergoing redevelopment in preparation for the 2006 Commonwealth Games. When complete, the G will boast three impressive glazed entry structures over the Ponsford Gate, the Members Entrance and the Olympic Stand Entrance, each with its own network of high tensile stainless steel members.

ASSDA member Ronstan Architectural Rigging Systems has been closely involved in the supply of stainless steel tension rods on the project.

Ronstan looked at the loads required and selected the material grade for the specific tensile characteristics. This allows for the optimal efficiency of the tendon in transferring the load, a key requirement in lightweight tensile architecture.

In this case, the G structures included 600 tendons with adjustable fork ends manufactured from approximately two kilometres of 19mm grade 316L stainless steel bar. They were polished to a number seven finish and passivated to achieve the required aesthetics and longevity.

Ronstan Profile

03 8586 2000

19 Park Way, Braeside, Vic, 3195

VISIT WEBSITE

Video