Pickard Steel from simple fabrication to complex structure. We see it through from start to finish
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Pickard Steel from simple fabrication to complex structure - we see it through from start to finish
Pickard Steel was established in 1997 as a small structural steel supplier based in Gepps Cross. During Pickard Steel’s early years of trading, we were given the opportunity to supply structural steelwork for larger projects such as commercial buildings and warehouses. As a result of these progressive projects, Pickard Steel’s reputation as a greater structural steel supplier grew to the point where we had to relocate to a much bigger premise located on Cavan Road, Gepps Cross.

Having an expansive workshop area with vast height ensures the largest projects can be fabricated and assembled without prior restrictions. Limitless yard and storage space enables bulk stock for efficient turnaround of projects. Our workshop consists of numerous giant overhead cranes, various fabrication equipment and machinery, shot blast and paint facilities.

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SERVICES
  • Detailing
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  • Fabrication
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  • Welding
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  • Blasting & Coating
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  • Erection
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  • Safety
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Prior to fabrication of all projects, detailing is essential. Once structural (engineering), along with design (architectural) drawings are presented, our experienced and professional steel detailing team prepare shop drawings (and erection drawings (if applicable)) using 2D computer-aided drafting (CAD). These drawings are provided for customer review and approval.
Pickard Steel's workshop is equipped with all the fundamental machinery, with tools required, to process structural steel including band cold saws, hydraulic power presses, magnetic drills, and various welding apparatus. Forklifts and overhead cranes assist in workshop transfer of steel members. Steel is cut, drilled, punched, and welded, for a number of diverse purposes. Pickard Steel also offer curved and rolled structures to suit a range of projects.

Pickard Steel’s in-house workshop and welding supervisor ensures all welding is executed either as specified by the structural engineer or to the highest standard, meeting AS/NZS 1554.

Pickard Steel offers the following welding methods::

Metal Insert Gas (MIG) and Metal Active Gas (MAG) Welding

Is a welding process in which an electric arc forms between a consumable wire electrode and the work piece (metal), which heats the work piece (metal), causing them to melt, then join. Along with the wire electrode, a shielding gas feeds through the welding gun, which shields the process from contaminants in the air.
Flux Cord Arc Welding (FCAW)

Is a semi-automatic or automatic arc welding process. FCAW requires a continuously-fed consumable tubular electrode containing a flux and a constant-voltage or, less commonly, a constant-current welding power supply. An externally supplied shielding gas is sometimes used, but often the flux itself is relied upon to generate the necessary protection from the atmosphere, producing both gaseous protection and liquid slag protecting the weld. The process is widely used in construction because of its high welding speed and portability.
Manual Metal Arc (MMA) Welding

Manual arc welding process that uses a consumable electrode coated in flux to lay the weld. An electric current, in the form of either alternating current or direct current from a welding power supply, is used to form an electric arc between the electrode and the metals to be joined. As the weld is laid, the flux coating of the electrode disintegrates, giving off vapours that serve as a shielding gas and providing a layer of slag, both of which protect the weld area from atmospheric contamination.
Tungsten Insert Gas (TIG) Welding

Is an arc welding process that uses a non-consumable tungsten electrode to produce the weld. The weld area is protected from atmospheric contamination by an inert shielding gas (argon or helium), and a filler metal is normally used, though some welds, known as autogenous welds, do not require it. A constant-current welding power supply produces energy which is conducted across the arc through a column of highly ionized gas and metal vapours known as a plasma.

Air Carbon ARC Gouging

Is an arc cutting process where metal is cut and melted by the heat of a carbon arc. Molten metal is then removed by a blast of air. It employs a consumable carbon or graphite electrode to melt the material, which is then blown away by an air jet.
Pickard Steel's premises include a blast and paint facility. Grit blasting (SA 2.5) removes all surface deposits on the fabricated steelwork, providing a coarse surface prior to coating. Zinc silicates along with high build epoxy paint systems are then applied to meet Australian standards. Hot dip galvanising and various top coating is also available.
If erection or modification of structures is required, Pickard Steel employ a highly skilled and experienced site crew who, with our 6 tonne truck crane, or on-site vehicles, are more than capable of erecting or modifying your next project. We also use trusted external riggers and mobile crane companies that specialise in structural steel erection.

Employees, contractors, and visitors are the number one priority at Pickard Steel.

Safety on site, in our workshop, and in our offices is a shared responsibility. All employees understand and appreciate the importance of following all documented safety procedures. Regular ongoing risk assessments, together with safe planning of work, takes place in our workshops and on site to identify hazards. We then take appropriate steps to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

The employment of a professional QHSE Manager and Safety Co-ordinator ensures all new employees are immediately inducted. The induction process highlights to employees the requirement to follow procedures, identify risks and hazards, and familiarises them with evacuation and emergency procedures.
PROJECTS
  • Residential
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  • Commercial
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  • Industrial
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Pickard Steel supply structural steel for a large range of local builders, including some of South Australia's most trusted and well known. Our expert knowledge in the industry, and willingness to work closely with the client, ensures all projects are executed to the highest standard with minimal fuss or issues. From lintel take offs to supply and erecting large architectural projects, Pickard Steel provide for all your residential structural steel requirements.
Pickard Steel have the capabilities and experience to manufacture large commercial projects. Warehouses, office/showrooms, shopping centres, and multi-story dwellings, have been fabricated and erected by Pickard Steel throughout South Australia. Projects including:

Aldinga Shopping Centre - Aldinga
Bartels Street Apartments - Adelaide
Brice Metals - Wingfield
Bunnings Trade Centre - Gepps Cross
NTP Forklifts Australia - Gepps Cross
Pickard Building Supplies - Windsor Gardens
Tackle World - Adelaide
With the experience, knowledge and capabilities to execute huge industrial projects. Pickard Steel have fabricated selected plant and equipment for some of Adelaide's largest companies. From hoppers, silos and conveyers to crushers and screening structures.

Pickard Steel are capable of earthmoving, mining, construction, quarry equipment repairs and maintenance. In addition, work including loader and excavator repairs, maintenance, plus various bucket and tipper repairs.