IDEC'S AUTOMATION JOURNEY: INCREASING COMPETITIVENESS, PRODUCTIVITY AND INNOVATION BASED IN BRISBANE, IDEC SPECIALISES IN THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS, AS WELL AS REMOTE INFRASTRUCTURE. THEIR IN-HOUSE CAPABILITIES INCLUDE WORKSHOP DETAILING, FABRICATION AND ERECTION. IDEC RECENTLY RECEIVED A MADE IN QUEENSLAND GRANT. THIS QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE SUPPORTS LOCAL MANUFACTURERS TO INCREASE INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVENESS, PRODUCTIVITY AND INNOVATION THROUGH THE ADOPTION OF NEW TECHNOLOGIES. AS A RESULT, IDEC HAS INVESTED IN THE LATEST VOORTMAN TECHNOLOGY INCLUDING AUTOMATED DRILLING AND SAWING MACHINES, A ROBOTIC COPING SYSTEM, AN INTELLIGENT INFEED-OUTFEED SYSTEM, AND INDUSTRY-LEADING MODELLING AND CONTROL SOFTWARE. GLENN GIBSON (CEO, IDEC) ANSWERED SOME QUESTIONS FOR STEEL AUSTRALIA ABOUT IDEC'S AUTOMATION JOURNEY.
MADE IN QUEENSLAND GRANT Made in Queensland (MIQ) is a $61.5 million Queensland Government program helping small and medium manufacturers to increase international competitiveness, productivity and innovation via the adoption of new technologies, and to generate highskilled jobs for the future. Since 2017, MIQ has supported 84 advanced manufacturing projects across the state. It is expected to create more than 1,100 jobs over five years and generate more than $100 million in private sector investment. Of the 84 projects funded through MIQ, 40% are being delivered in regional Queensland. Eligible manufacturers can apply for grants between $50,000 and $2.5 million with matched funding.
TELL US ABOUT IDEC'S HISTORY.
The idec story has roots deeply planted in industry and agriculture. Over 40 years ago, one of our Directors—Peter Gartshore—began marketing off-theshelf building kits, and from this, grew Big Country Buildings (BCB). BCB specialised in the design, fabrication and construction of custom-engineered steel buildings including hangars, warehouses and commercial facilities. In 2006, Big Country Buildings rebranded to idec – an anagram of ideas, design, engineering and construction. This emphasises our ability to provide fully in-house steel design solutions. idec continues to grow and tackle complex projects. We operate with a corporate structure in conjunction with the support of a family run organisation. WHAT DO IDEC'S OPERATIONS LOOK LIKE TODAY? Today, idec is a multi-faceted design, fabrication and construction company that provides a true one-stop-shop solution. Our extensive in-house capabilities include design, processing, fabrication, rigging and construction across a multitude of sectors such as aviation, defence, local government, communications, energy, mining, education and major infrastructure.
WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MOST SUCCESSFUL MAJOR PROJECTS?
We have undertaken over 1,500 projects throughout our 40 year history, with each bringing its own challenges, learnings and rewards. Notable projects include the VISY Can facility at Yatala which saw us deliver an 18,000m2 state-of-the-art facility as principal contractor in 2013. Moving away from the commercial space, we have been fortunate to work with numerous Tier 1’s on the delivery of Australia’s most well-known infrastructure projects, including the C-17 Hangar at Amberley, Land-121 Enoggera, Gold Coast University Hospital, AirportLink, Legacy Way and Cross River Rail. WHAT IS THE SECRET TO IDEC'S SUCCESS?
Our secret to success is our people. From the outset, our clients deal directly with a member of our team, whether that be our estimators, engineers, designers, project management team or riggers. At every step of the way, all works are undertaken by idec employees – ensuring the highest quality outcome. Second to this is our ongoing commitment to innovation and technological advancement.
