Form was engaged to deliver a significant two-stage extension to Seeka’s Kerikeri facility, which operates year-round packing and storage for a wide range of fruit varieties. The scope of work included new canopies, coolstores, precoolers, a lunchroom, and associated infrastructure.
Stage 1 was accelerated through an innovative change in the steel erection methodology, where the roof structure was assembled at ground level and lifted into position using dual cranes – resulting in notable programme efficiencies. Stage 2 involved the demolition of the existing lunchroom and packhouse, followed by the construction of new facilities, including a modern packhouse, coolstore, precooler, canteen, and office spaces.
Key materials used included structural steel, Colorsteel roofing and cladding, high-spec lighting in the packing zones, and insulated panels to form a two-hour fire-rated wall between new and existing structures.
Despite operating outside our typical region, both stages were delivered seamlessly, with Form continuing to support Seeka’s expansion across multiple sites.
