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Oh what a night!✨ How we wish it was Friday again. 😩Thank you to everyone who came and joined us in celebrating the amazing finalists and winners of the Plumbing & Gas Industry Awards 2024. 🏆 Thank you to our event partner RWC and all our partners for making this night truly one for the books: TSTCA, AHSCA, Austbrokers Comsure, BUSSQ, Caroma, CSQ, MM Kembla, Plumbing Plus, Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works, Reece, Rheem, Tradelink, Zip, Halgan, Stiebel Eltron, Cook's Plumbing Supplies, Uponor, and Toyota. Check out all the official photos from the night: https://lnkd.in/gFjCpcqN

The winners of the 2024 Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards have now been presented. Congratulations to all the winners on your outstanding nominations, projects, work, dedication, and commitment. Congratulations also to all finalists and runner ups, making it to the ‘big stage’ is an accomplishment to be proud of! Thank you to all our partners for your dedication to this event, MPAQ and the plumbing and gas industry. Read about the winners at https://lnkd.in/gVH2yQYN

⭐ The Sunshine Coast Value Add Facility stands out as a detailed, complex, and cutting-edge project with a highly positive outcome for both the client and the James Giles Plumbing tradespeople and apprentices involved. Attention to detail is evident throughout the project, with solutions that adhere to industry best practices and address complex challenges. Apprentices benefited from hands-on experience, gaining valuable attributes like precision, knowledge, effectiveness, and confidence. The project demonstrates a wide range of plumbing works, completed with meticulous care and professionalism. Humble, polite, and courteous in their approach, the team has delivered a truly impressive project. 👏 Congratulations to James Giles Plumbing, Runner Up for the 2024 Zip Water Commercial Plumbing or Gas Project of the Year. #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ

The winner of the 2024 Zip Water Commercial Plumbing or Gas Project of the Year is Field of Dreams by Tru-Flow Services! 💧⭐ Field of Dreams showcases exceptional attention to detail, safety, and training on a massive scale. The 17-hectare, state-of-the-art facility in Ipswich integrates beverage processing, packaging, warehousing, and distribution, all under one roof. With Frucor Suntory committing over $400 million, the plant has a capacity of up to 20 million cases annually and potential for expansion. Given the use of corrosive cleaning products, the facility required the best hydraulic materials to ensure longevity and avoid contamination. Additionally, a Trade Waste Plant was incorporated into the design to ensure no untreated liquid is discharged, with comprehensive water monitoring in place. The hydraulic design and construct package was awarded to Tru-Flow Services, ensuring this project meets the highest industry standards. Despite the formidable challenges, this project stands as a testament to effective communication, teamwork, and exceptional skills in manoeuvring through obstacles. 👏 Congratulations to Tru-Flow Services for this remarkable achievement. #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ

The winner of the 2024 Plumbing Plus Domestic Plumbing or Gas Project of the Year is The Corso by 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas! 🏠⭐ The Corso is a standout project that exemplifies exceptional skill and complexity. This three-story architectural home features a comprehensive plumbing system designed with high-level domestic plumbing expertise by 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas. The project focuses on efficient water distribution, innovative fixtures, and sustainable practices, delivering optimal functionality and comfort while minimising environmental impact. Designed by top Queensland architect Justin Humphries, the build incorporates modern aesthetics and integrates seamlessly with its surroundings. Notable innovations include a hot water system plant with dual Ambiheat units and a 50L commercial Rheem tank. The project faced various challenges, including scheduling and coordination, exacerbated by Covid-related delays. Effective communication and meticulous project management ensured smooth operations and adherence to timelines. Despite these hurdles, the project's successful completion demonstrates a commitment to quality and collaboration, making it a truly impressive achievement. 👏 Congratulations to 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas for their outstanding accomplishments in this exceptional project. #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ

The 2024 AHSCA Queensland Hydraulic Consultancy Design of the Year is the Logan Hospital by AECOM! 💧⭐ The Logan Hospital Expansion project, valued at $540 million, represents a significant enhancement to regional healthcare with the addition of 206 hospital beds. This vertical expansion over an operational facility presented numerous challenges, which were met with exceptional skill and dedication. The project required AECOM to provide innovative solutions and meticulous planning to ensure the hospital’s operations continued smoothly throughout construction. The submission provided an excellent overview, detailing the design and construction phases, the consultant’s role, and how design processes were integrated to minimise on-site queries and delays. Safety in design provisions were thoroughly outlined, ensuring compliance with operational guidelines. The project’s complexity was managed through effective stakeholder coordination and a clear focus on minimizing disruption, showcasing the team's commitment to quality and operational efficiency. Described as a truly one-of-a-kind endeavour, the project posed numerous challenges during its phases of design, construction, and commissioning. The unwavering dedication exhibited throughout by all involved merits sincere congratulations. AECOM have set a remarkable precedent with this extraordinary achievement. 👏 Congratulations! #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ

The 2024 MM Kembla Outstanding Copper Plumbing & Gas Project of the Year is Bradnams Doors and Windows by QLD Industrial Gasfitting Services! 🌟 Queensland Industrial Gasfitting Services achieved an outstanding result with their recent project, Bradnams Doors and Windows, showcasing exceptional technical skill and adherence to gas regulations. The installation involved a complex 100mm copper gas line running 260 meters to supply a state-of-the-art vertical powder coating line. This project featured three major gas appliances: a boiler, prewash, and curing oven, all served by copper tube and fittings brazed with Oxy/LPG welding for durability. The innovative use of HDPE flues in the prewash bay effectively addressed high alkaline content issues, ensuring longevity. The new plant, relocated to a more efficient facility, boasts nearly double the capacity of its predecessor, is 43% more energy-efficient, and delivers superior finishes. With over 1,200 man-hours dedicated to this project, Q I G S exemplified high-quality workmanship and excellent project management, meeting all key deliverables on time. 👏 Congratulations to QLD Industrial Gasfitting Services for your exceptional accomplishment. #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ

The winner of the 2024 BUSSQ Service Excellence Award is Creek to Coast Plumbing! 🏆 Creek to Coast Plumbing stands out as a well-rounded business deeply immersed in its community. Through active contributions, advertising, and support for women in business, they foster reciprocal support for the local economy, embodying a "givers gain" philosophy. With clear quality controls in place to ensure customer satisfaction, Creek to Coast is committed to continuous improvement and strategic growth. Their promotional videos, vision statement, and strong community engagement demonstrate a thoughtful approach to business. Environmentally friendly practices, customer-focused services like arrival tracking, and effective use of business improvement software enhance their operations. A loyalty program and involvement with local initiatives like the Caboolture campaign, BPW group, and local schools further cement their role as a positive force in the community. 👏 Congratulations to the entire Creek to Coast Plumbing team for their unwavering dedication to service excellence, sustained remarkable achievements, and their embodiment of business innovation that sets new industry benchmarks. #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ

The winner of the 2024 MPAQ President’s Industry Award is Paul Beaumont! ⭐ Paul Beaumont is the Principal Inspector for gas work and devices with RSHQ. His journey in the gas industry began as an apprentice with British Gas in 1980, after which he worked primarily in the industrial and commercial sectors. Since migrating to Australia in 2000, he has contributed to various gas companies across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, and Sunshine Coast, before joining the gas inspectorate in 2010. Paul holds a gas work licence and gas work authority in Queensland and represents RSHQ on multiple Australian standards committees for gas fitting, appliance design, and emerging hydrogen technologies. He is also an active member of the Gas Technical Regulators Committee and the Institute of Gas Engineers and Managers. Paul is awarded the President’s Industry Award for his exceptional dedication to enhancing gas safety and compliance in Queensland, his leadership in shaping industry standards, and his unwavering commitment to educating and supporting the next generation of gas industry professionals. 👏 #MPAQAwards #MPAQAwards2024 #MPAQ