Client  Blacktown International Sports Park

Location Rooty Hill, NSW

Supplier Astra Street Furniture

Installer Supply

Date September 2023

Products

• 120L Stainless Steel Athens Bin Enclosure - Curved Covered Top with Red/Yellow Door
• Single Ring Bike Rails

About Blacktown International Sports Park

Blacktown International Sports Park, located in Rooty Hill, New South Wales, Australia, is a premier multi-sport complex that caters to a variety of athletic disciplines. Originally developed for the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, the facility has grown into a significant sports destination, hosting athletics, baseball, softball, and more. It serves both community and elite sports levels, hosting numerous national and international events, which makes it a vital component of the Australian sports landscape.

The Requirement

To enhance cleanliness, promote eco-friendly transportation, compliment the project architecture, ensure accessibility, and improve pedestrian safety at the facility.

The Challenges

• Durability and Weather Resistance: The selected products must withstand various weather conditions, including rain, heat, and potential damage from UV rays. Selecting materials that are durable and weather-resistant ensures longevity and reduces maintenance costs.
• Vandalism Resistance: Public spaces are susceptible to vandalism. Choosing robust materials and secure installation methods can help mitigate these risks.
• Aesthetic Integration: The products should complement the aesthetics of the sports park and enhance the overall visual appeal of the environment, aligning with the park's design and landscape.

The Solution

After evaluating the challenges and requirements, The Blacktown International Sport Park selected a few key products, including the 120L Stainless Steel Athens Bin Enclosure - Curved Covered Top and Single Ring Bike Rails.

The 120L Stainless Steel Athens Bin Enclosure - Curved Covered Top offers the following features:

• Robust Construction: The enclosure features heavy-duty stainless steel hinges and a heavy 2mm wall thickness made from Zincanneal steel with a premium powder coat finish, ensuring durability and resistance to wear and weather conditions.
• Security and Functionality: Equipped with a heavy-duty quarter turn cam lock that can be customised, it offers superior security compared to standard locks, protecting contents against unauthorised access.
• Structural Integrity: The design includes a wide and long striker to prevent the door from bowing or becoming uneven, maintaining structural integrity and functionality over time.
• Australian Made Quality: Being 100% Australian made, the enclosure supports local manufacturing and ensures compliance with high quality and safety standards.
• Modular and Maintainable Design: The no-weld, modular construction not only enhances the strength but also allows for individual replacement of sides if damaged, unlike welded or riveted units that may require the high cost of complete replacement.
• Superior Cleanability: Athens Wheelie Bin Enclosures are designed with a free-flowing rubbish slider without grooves which means cleaners can happily wipe them over without grime and dirt getting entrained in grooves and joints.

The  Single Ring Bike Rails offers the following features:

• High-Quality Material: Made from 50mm diameter 316 marine grade stainless steel, this bike rack is highly resistant to rust, ensuring durability and longevity even in harsh weather conditions.
• Architectural Design: The single ring style of the bike rack offers an architecturally appealing design that complements modern urban environments, making it suitable for placement at end-of-trip facilities, shopping centres, schools, and other public buildings.
• Australian Standard Compliant: Designed to be compliant with AS2890.3:2015 for Class 3 Security level. Class 3 bicycle racks are designed to: Provide 500mm space per bicycle, Maximise security of a bike by allowing the wheels and frame to be locked to the parking device using the cyclist’s own lock & Minimise damage to a bike by supporting the bike frame (not wheel).
• Versatile Installation Options: Available in both base plate and inground styles, the rack provides flexibility in installation, allowing for either a portable solution or a more permanent, concreted-in option.
• Capacity for Two Bikes: The design efficiently accommodates two bicycles, one on either side of the rack, maximising space and providing convenient access for users.
• Ideal for High Traffic Areas: Its robust construction and stylish design make it perfect for high traffic areas, ensuring it can withstand frequent use while maintaining its aesthetic and functional qualities.

What the client said:

“We were looking for something to compliment the unique site design. Wanted to have something local, Australian made and high quality.

Sustainability was and is critical as well as longevity and replaceability.

We also wanted simplicity and elegance in the products design, they needed to be crisp, clean & neat and also customisable in terms of colour.

The products from Area Safe ticked all the boxes and complement the site perfectly without distracting from it.

It was easy dealing with Area Safe, a smooth process with great communication. All information was provided straight away, didn’t have to wait as we sometimes have to.

Also appreciated the fast turnaround in terms of delivery.

Very happy to have chosen Area Safe and delighted with the result.”

Esther Dickins, Principal at architectus™