by Platipus Anchors | Sep 21, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
It’s been a busy week for events. Today we are exhibiting at Rail Infrastructure Networking (RIN) in Derby. If you are in the area and would like to find out how Platipus Earth Anchoring Systems can help with all your rail applications Warren Glover and Craig...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 20, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
If you are attending GroundsFest today or tomorrow be sure to visit Mandy Balcombe and Ricky De Abreu on Stand L51 where they will be very pleased to answer any questions on tree anchoring and irrigation, living walls and our latest innovation ‘Plati-Grip’...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 18, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
We had an excellent first day at 12th International Conference on Geosynthetics (ICG) in Rome, Italy. Our team of experts on Stand 36, Julien Veyret, and Larissa Macovic, are there until the 21st of September to demonstrate our range of anchoring solutions for erosion...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 14, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
Are you joining us next week? We are exhibiting at the Rail Infrastructure Networking (RIN) event in Derby on the 21st September. Our team is looking forward to showing you how Platipus ground anchors can help with all your rail applications. Register here:...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 4, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, News
Today we celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Matthias Klatte at Platipus Anchors. Matthias is responsible for managing both the Civil Engineering and Landscaping divisions in Germany. He’s been a great asset and a valued member of the Platipus Team and we look...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 1, 2023 | Landscape
Platipus Landscape Solutions would like to wish the team at Majestic Trees all the very best for taking part in the ‘Perennial Nuts Challenge’ which makes its return tomorrow, 2nd September 2023. Perennial – Gardeners’ Royal Benevolent Society is the UK’s...
by Platipus Anchors | Aug 24, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction
Our in-house Geotechnical team was commissioned to create a comprehensive design solution for a challenging 6m high, 137m long cut slope, supported by 550 Platipus anchors at the Edginswell Business Park in Torquay. Originally envisioned as a 70° timber crib wall...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 24, 2023 | Landscape
The Platipus G-WALL Modular Living Wall System is not only ideal for creating vibrant plant displays, but also provides a home for all creatures in your garden, like this family of...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 18, 2023 | Others
Imagine the possibilities of your #roofgarden looking like this! Let’s strive towards maximizing the potential of our roof gardens and their positive environmental impact. We are proud to share that these magnificent trees were secured and stabilised using our...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 13, 2023 | Others
Join us for our next live webinar focusing on Pipelines: Counteracting buoyancy of pipelines & attenuation systems using ground anchors. Governments globally are investing in vital water infrastructure projects to tackle water pollution and increase resilience to...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 12, 2023 | Photovoltaic Applications
Join us for our next live webinar focusing on Solar: Ground Anchoring Solutions for all Photovoltaic Applications. With many countries pledging to achieve net zero over the coming decades this will require significant commitment to clean, resilient renewable energy...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 6, 2023 | Photovoltaic Applications
Join us for our next live webinar focusing on Solar: Ground Anchoring Solutions for all Photovoltaic Applications. With many countries pledging to achieve net zero over the coming decades this will require significant commitment to clean, resilient renewable energy...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 4, 2023 | Others
Wishing all our American customers, employees, friends and followers a happy Independence Day! #independenceday #4thjuly #usa #Platipus
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 23, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape
Huge congratulations to Lucy Bravington from Lucy Bravington Design. She beautifully designed the Liz Earle Beauty Co’s Botanical Show Garden at the BBC Gardeners’ World Live Show last week, brought to life by Dan, Matt, and the talented team from Design It...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 22, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
Great couple of days at the Rail Live supporting our approved installer, OnSite Rail Services, and showing visitors how Platipus Anchors can be used for a diverse range of rail...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 21, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction
There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s webinar focusing on Rivers & Canals: Resilient Anchoring Solutions for Erosion Control, Slope Stabilisation, Retaining Structures & Drainage. The UK Government and Ofwat have announced over £1.6 billion of...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 19, 2023 | News
This weekend the Platipus Marketing Team, consisting of Darren Cavedaschi, Chris Matthews and Viktor David, took on the classic River Arun 3.8km Ironman distance swim, from Ford to Littlehampton, along with 450 other swimmers… for FUN! You’ll be glad to know...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 16, 2023 | Exhibitions, Photovoltaic Applications
This year’s Intersolar trade fair in Munich has been absolutely fantastic! We’re still here today (Friday 16th June), so make sure to drop by our stand (Hall A6, Booth 620) to meet Julien Veyret & Jeff Curnick. They will be happy to demonstrate the...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 15, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction
Join us for our next live webinar focusing on Rivers & Canals: Resilient Anchoring Solutions for Erosion Control, Slope Stabilisation, Retaining Structures & Drainage. The UK Government and Ofwat have announced over £1.6 billion of new investment will be...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 13, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape
Our Distributor in the UAE, WTB Middle East FZE, is attending the 7th Future Landscape & Playspaces at the Dusit Thani in Abu Dhabi. They are proudly showcasing the range of Platipus tree anchoring systems and explaining the benefits of using this type of solution...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 12, 2023 | Others
Don’t miss your opportunity to visit us at Europe’s largest solar trade fair Intersolar in Munich, 14-16 June (Hall A6, Booth 620). We will be showcasing our range of anchoring solutions for Ground Mounted, Off-Grid, Agri-PV, Retro-fit and Floating (FPV)...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 8, 2023 | Marine & Shoreline
Today, let’s take a moment to recognize the immense significance of our oceans and the urgent need to protect them. To help safeguard our blue planet we have developed a range of marine grade anchoring solutions that are less intrusive than a concrete...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 7, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
Great couple of days at the Flood & Coast Conference and Exhibition in Telford. We have met lots of interesting people and some Approved Installers including Jade Springett and Martin Kitajewski from Topbond PLC. Visit our Regional Managers, Max du Plessis and...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 5, 2023 | Landscape
This beautiful private garden was designed by Osmosis Garden Design and installed by the team at Royal Gardens Ltd. Using the Platipus G-WALL®, a large 3m² square modular living wall was created to maximise the vertical green space and enhance the courtyard garden. A...
by Platipus Anchors | May 30, 2023 | Exhibitions, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
There were some incredible gardens at RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year. We are proud to work with so many of these inspirational winners. Congratulations to you...
by Platipus Anchors | May 19, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape
A busy week supporting Glendale Civic Trees with the construction of an amazing show garden ready for RHS Chelsea Flower...
by Platipus Anchors | May 18, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Webinars
Join us for our next live webinar focusing on Rail Earthworks: Stabilising Slopes & Retaining Structures using Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®). Network Rail has published details of framework opportunities covering large projects during the forthcoming...
by Platipus Anchors | May 17, 2023 | News
The theme of this year’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek is anxiety. Anxiety is something we can all experience from time-to time and there are lots of reasons why we get this feeling. It can be connected to a job, school, a relationship, social situations, how we feel...
by Platipus Anchors | May 17, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
It’s a busy week for exhibitions. Join our team Max du Plessis, Warren Glover and Stewart MacArthurat Utility Week Live today (Stand C40) and learn how Platipus Earth Anchoring Systems can help with all your buoyancy control, renewable energy and power distribution...
by Platipus Anchors | May 16, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction, News
Today we are supporting our Distributor Eco at The Roads & Traffic Expo in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The conference and exhibition is the region’s most important roads, traffic and motorway infrastructure event and is designed to showcase the most innovative,...
by Platipus Anchors | May 12, 2023 | Landscape, News
With the Eurovision Grand Final tomorrow and Liverpool hosting the event on behalf of Ukraine, we thought we would look back at the work have done along the Liverpool Waterfront next to the M&S Bank Arena. Over 90 trees were planted and secured using the Platipus...
by Platipus Anchors | May 10, 2023 | News
Today we celebrate Julien Veyret’s 2-year anniversary at Platipus Anchors. Julien is responsible for Export Business Development. He also gets involved in identifying new markets and training our distributors on how to use Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®)....
by Platipus Anchors | May 5, 2023 | Others
This weekend marks the Coronation Day of King Charles III. Whether it’s with a cup of tea or a glass of champagne, celebrate and enjoy the long coronation weekend. #coronation #coronation2023 #coronationday #coronationweekend...
by Platipus Anchors | May 4, 2023 | Landscape
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU! Today we acknowledge the work we do with companies in the film industry. Platipus Earth Anchoring Systems have been specified to secure film sets and structures for stunts. At the same time, our Tree Anchoring Systems have been used to...
by Platipus Anchors | May 3, 2023 | Landscape
There’s still time to register for tomorrow’s ‘Concept to Completion’ webinar with guest presenter Rachel Platt. The Award-Winning Garden Designer will present her inspirational debut show garden, the ‘Covid Recovery Garden’, which won the People’s Choice...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 27, 2023 | Landscape
Register for next week’s ‘Concept to Completion’ webinar with guest presenter Rachel Platt. The Award-Winning Garden Designer will present her inspirational debut show garden, the ‘Covid Recovery Garden’, which won the People’s Choice Award at RHS Tatton Park,...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 25, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions, Landscape
Today we are exhibiting at two events. The German Tree Care Days (Forum Baumpflege GmbH & CO. KG) in Augsburg is Europe’s largest tree care trade fair where around 150 exhibitors will present their products and services. Matthias Klatte will be very pleased to...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 20, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction
Join us for our next free live webinar covering the design and installation of Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) for Civil Engineering and Construction applications. Aimed at Engineers, Designers and Contractors this updated presentation will provide a practical...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 19, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
Exciting first day for Max du Plessis and Warren Glover at the UK River Restoration Centre (RRC) Conference in Birmingham. They have been meeting some interesting delegates all working to actively promote the re-establishment of natural processes, features and...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 18, 2023 | News
As our business continues to develop and grow, we have some exciting opportunities for enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join the Platipus team, based at our head office in Redhill, Surrey, England: – GRADUATE MECHANICAL DESIGN ENGINEER – GRADUATE...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 6, 2023 | News
The Platipus team wishes you all an EXTREMELY Egg-celent Easter...
by Platipus Anchors | Apr 5, 2023 | News, Others
Congratulations to Stewart MacArthur for his 12 year anniversary at Platipus Anchors. Stewart is responsible for Special Projects. He also gets involved in identifying new markets and opportunities for our anchoring systems.
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 28, 2023 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
Platipus are thrilled to be exhibiting at Geo-Resilience 2023 conference, organised by the British Geotechnical Association, at Cardiff University today and tomorrow, With extreme weather events becoming more frequent, the need to protect our infrastructure and...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 17, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
And the winner is…. Esse Landscapes, for their Ferndale project! A huge congratulations for winning the award for ‘Project Valued £175,000 – £250,000’, sponsored by Platipus, at todays Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) Awards. Well...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 16, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape
APL AWARDS: The Platipus Landscape Solutions team, Mandy Balcombe and Ricky De Abreu, are excited to welcome some of our fantastic Landscape Industry friends; Adam White FLI PPLI, Alistair Bayford, Mark Wheeler, Rob Jones, Andy Sturgeon, Ann-Marie Powell – FSGD,...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 14, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
We are exhibiting at the Landscape Innovation Confex in Dubai today. The number of Dubai residents is expected to increase from 3.3 million in 2020 to 5.8 million by 2040. Designed to make Dubai the city with the world’s best quality of life, the event aims to...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 9, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction, Exhibitions
We are exhibiting at the Rail Infrastructure Networking (RIN) event in London today. If you are in the area and would like to find out more how Platipus Earth Anchoring Systems can help with your rail applications Max du Plessis would be pleased to meet you. A rail...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 8, 2023 | News
On this International Women’s Day, we take the opportunity to acknowledge the accomplishments and contributions of women in our business. Mandy Balcombe has been a part of our company for more than 17 years and has played a significant role in the growth of our...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 4, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction, News
At Platipus Anchors, we are proud to celebrate the World Engineering Day and the important role that engineering plays in shaping our society and future. We thrive on providing innovative anchoring solutions for a diverse range of engineering applications and industry...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 2, 2023 | Exhibitions, News
We are exhibiting at the Rail Scotland Conference in Glasgow today. If you would like to learn more about how Platipus Earth Anchoring Systems can help with your rail applications Warren Glover and Stewart MacArthur would be pleased to meet you. Alternatively, you can...
by Platipus Anchors | Mar 1, 2023 | News
Happy St David’s Day or rather Dydd Gŵyl Dewi Hapus! We are very proud of all the companies we work with and amazing projects we have completed in beautiful Wales. Here are just a few. #wales #stdavidsday #welsh #platipus #geotechnicalengineering #engineering...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 28, 2023 | News
Great to spend time again with our French Partners EURO-TEC at the Platipus UK operation this week. Julien Veyret has been updating Clément Pawlik and Job Schouten on our latest product innovations, installation techniques and discussing exciting new opportunities....
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 23, 2023 | Exhibitions, Landscape
It has been a busy week for conferences and exhibitions. Today we are supporting our Distributor Veris Italia at Myplant & Garden International Green Expo in Milan. Every element that makes up the landscape industry is present at the fair: research, design,...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 21, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction
Fantastic first day for Warren Glover and Julien Veyret at GeoAfrica in Egypt meeting some really interesting conference delegates. If you would like to find out more about our range of anchoring solutions for erosion control, slope stability and earth retaining...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 20, 2023 | News, Others
The 2-day Transportation Oil & Gas Congress 2023 has started today in Istanbul, Turkey. Visit Jeff Curnick on the Platipus booth to learn how to counteract pipeline buoyancy and support associated applications i.e. slope stabilisation using ground anchors. The...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 16, 2023 | Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
We will be exhibiting at the British Association of Landscape Industries – South Thames Regional Suppliers Event at Provender Nurseries Limited on 23 February. The afternoon will provide a great opportunity to network with suppliers from across the region...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 15, 2023 | Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Happy International Green Wall Day! Let’s take a moment to celebrate the beauty and benefits of green walls. Today, we recognise this wonderful invention by Stanley Hart White, and all the amazing benefits it brings. Green walls not only add beauty to our...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 13, 2023 | Civil Engineering & Construction, News
The primary objective of the conference is to raise awareness and deepen understanding of the latest technical advances, opportunities, and future prospects in the field of geosynthetics. The conference program will include a variety of presentations,...
by Platipus Anchors | Feb 8, 2023 | Others
Above ground guying provides extremely effective support for trees in highly exposed areas or that may require correction against leaning. The annual threat of hurricanes and typhoons globally has also meant that there is a need to offer additional above ground...
by Platipus Anchors | Jan 26, 2023 | Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Regent Street, London Project Overview Platipus were approached by Michael Gargan, from Street Tree Limited, to provide a bespoke anchoring solution for a variety of semi-mature trees. These trees were to be installed into special planters as part of a greening...
by Platipus Anchors | Dec 31, 2022 | Others
Happy New Year from the Platipus Team, we wish you all a healthy, happy & successful 2023! #happynewyear #newyear #geotechnicalengineering #groundanchors #landscapearchitecture
by Platipus Anchors | Dec 21, 2022 | News
The Platipus Team would like to thank you for your continued support throughout 2022, wishing you a Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy & successful 2023! Our offices will be closed over the festive period from 5pm on 22nd Dec 2022 returning on 3rd Jan 2023....
by Platipus Anchors | Dec 9, 2022 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions
Platipus Anchors & Geosynthetics Ltd design a bespoke solution to create a pleasing green space for new residents. #platipus #platipusanchors #earthanchors #slopestability #floodrisk #geotechnicalengineering #engineering #civilengineering #erosioncontrol New life...
by Platipus Anchors | Dec 5, 2022 | News, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
In 2012, shortly after the dedication of Four Freedoms Park where (120) Lindenwood trees were anchored with the Platipus RF2P Rootball Fixing System, Super Storm Sandy struck. The remnants of Hurricane Sandy brought torrential rain and produced over 70 mph wind gusts....
by Platipus Anchors | Dec 2, 2022 | Landscape
#NationalTreeWeek is about celebrating the start of the tree planting season. As a global business, we are also involved with tree planting all around the world so today we thought we would show you some of the interesting places where we have supported newly planted...
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 30, 2022 | Others
Supporting #NationalTreeWeek, the UK’s largest annual tree celebration. Across the country, people will plant thousands of semi-mature trees to mark the start of the winter tree planting season. Irrigating and aerating a newly planted tree is essential to its...
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 29, 2022 | Landscape
Platipus is supporting #NationalTreeweek, the UK’s largest annual tree celebration. As tree rootball anchoring specialists we thought we would show you some incredible UK landscape projects and gardens, where trees have played a prominent role. Are you ready...
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 24, 2022 | News
Today Platipus officially celebrates our 40th birthday. We would like to say thank you to all of our customers and employees who have supported us over the past 4 decades. We look forward to working with you for many more years to...
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 15, 2022 | News, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
If you are attending FutureScape Event today be sure to visit Mandy Balcombe and Ricky De Abreu on Stand C92 where they will be very pleased to answer any questions on tree anchoring, irrigation, living walls and our latest innovation Plati-Guard Tree Protection Mesh....
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 11, 2022 | News
Today we remember and honour the brave who gave their lives so we could live ours. Thank you. #remembrance #remembranceday #lestweforget #respect #peace
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 10, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction
Platipus Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) can be used to provide a safe method of working, securing personnel and items of plant, to allow projects to be carried out with minimal or no disruption to services. Typically anchors can be installed using hand-held...
by Platipus Anchors | Nov 2, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction, Landscape, Photovoltaic Applications, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Today we are proud to celebrate National Engineering Day and how engineering can #ImproveLives. This may be creating a solar park to generate clean renewable energy and reduce the effects of climate change, designing pipeline infrastructure to deliver valuable...
by Platipus Anchors | Oct 28, 2022 | Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Some fantastic photos of Navy Pier in Chicago captured at different times of the day. The pier boasts shopping and dining options along with a botanical garden, a Ferris wheel and many seasonal activities. To alleviate stability and safety concerns on the pier, caused...
by Platipus Anchors | Oct 18, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction
Gabion Wall Stabilisation in the Brecon Beacons. Earlier this year, Platipus Anchors provided Percussion Driven Earth Anchors to stabilise this failing wall which protects several properties from flooding. Read the full article below or in the Autumn Edition of the...
by Platipus Anchors | Oct 5, 2022 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction
Erosion control is the practice of preventing or controlling the effects of wind or water in land development, coastal areas, river banks and construction. Effective erosion control manages surface runoff and is an important technique in preventing water pollution,...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 26, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction, News, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Another week another exhibition. Today we are at Green 2022 (25-27 Sep), the trade fair for private and public green sector, taking place at the Flanders Expo in Gent, Belgium. Ricky De Abreu and Julien Veyret will be showcasing the range of Platipus Tree Anchoring...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 22, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction, News
Today we are at South East Construction Expo in Crawley, West Sussex. If you would like to find out more how Platipus Earth Anchoring Systems can support or stabilise your Construction applications Max du Plessis would be pleased to show you....
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 14, 2022 | News
Today is the start of GaLaBau 2022 (14-17 Sep) in Nürnberg, the leading International Trade Fair for Urban Green and Open Spaces. Matthias Klatte, Ricky De Abreu and Bianca Curnick are super excited to be showcasing the range of Platipus Tree Anchoring &...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 13, 2022 | News
We are having a great time at the Majestic Trees 20th Anniversary Landscape Industry Symposium. The stage is set for some fantastic topics and speakers including James Alexander Sinclair, Steve McCurdy, Mark Gregory, Andy Sturgeon and Kate Gould Gardens Limited who...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 9, 2022 | Others
We are truly saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, after 70 years of unwavering and devoted service to our nation. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to The Royal Family.
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 5, 2022 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, News
Fantastic first day for Warren Glover and Julien Veyret at EuroGeo7 in Warsaw, Poland. If you would like to find out more about our range of anchoring solutions for erosion control, slope stability and earth retaining structures visit them on Stand...
by Platipus Anchors | Sep 1, 2022 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction
Platipus Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) providing additional support for this temporary bridge on the A7 motorway in France. Working with our partner EURO-TEC we were able to respond to this urgent request supplying nearly 400 anchor systems in less than a...
by Platipus Anchors | Aug 19, 2022 | News
To celebrate The World Photography Day, we have selected some of our favourite photos from projects we have been involved all over the world. We hope you like them…...
by Platipus Anchors | Aug 17, 2022 | Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Before and After photos showing what can be achieved with the Platipus G-WALL Modular Living Wall System within just 6 weeks. As we expected, this Geranium G-WALL looks absolutely...
by Platipus Anchors | Aug 10, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction
This interesting project using Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) to secure gabion baskets on a riverbank in Powys, Wales. The gabion wall was being undermined from scouring, putting the houses on the riverbank at risk should it fail. The gabions were stabilised...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 27, 2022 | Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
Today the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park is to mark 10 years since hosting the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We proudly look back at our involvement in these amazing games supplying anchoring solutions for all trees and the staging in the opening &...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 18, 2022 | News, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
UK could have its hottest day on record this week, with temperatures forecast over 40C. Trees planted strategically on main roads in the cities, living walls on buildings and vertical forests on skyscrapers help keep our cities cool and avoid the “urban heat island...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 15, 2022 | Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
A lovely G-WALL full of Geraniums. Watch this space to see how they flourish into a colourful...
by Platipus Anchors | Jul 6, 2022 | Landscape, News, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
The Platipus G-WALL Modular Living Wall and Tree Anchoring System have been used in the design of the Association of Professional Landscapers (APL) show garden at RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival. Feel free to visit the stunning APL garden or pop along to the...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 28, 2022 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction
We had a fantastic day at the IGS UK Chapter Symposium at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester. Regional Sales Manager Warren Glover and Specialist Projects Manager Stewart MacArthur have been showing engineers how Platipus Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) can be...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 24, 2022 | Temporary & Permanent Structures
We celebrate the return of the Glastonbury this year, just like the other 210,000 revellers. On many occasions we have had the privilege of anchoring the main speaker stands either side of this iconic Pyramid stage. With 70 performance spaces and more than 1000...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 22, 2022 | Photovoltaic Applications
There is still time to register for tomorrow’s Solar Anchoring Solutions webinar. Jeff Curnick & Warren Glover will guide you through this interesting topic, followed by an interactive Q&A session. Register now:...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 16, 2022 | Photovoltaic Applications
Join us for our webinar covering Anchoring Solutions for a range of Photovoltaic Applications, illustrated by relevant case studies and engaging animations. To Register click here: #platipus #platipusanchors #webinar #percussiondrivenearthanchors #PDEA #earthanchors...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 8, 2022 | Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
We are super excited that Mandy Balcombe and Ricky De Abreu from the Platipus Landscape team will be showcasing our G-WALL® Modular Living Wall System at the SGD Symposium 2022. The symposium’s motto for this year is: “PAST – PRESENT – FUTURE:...
by Platipus Anchors | Jun 6, 2022 | Landscape
Today is World Green Roof Day! Towns and cities globally are going green to adapt to climate change. Green roofs also provide vital wildlife habitat and make life better for everyone. The Platipus G-ROOF Structural & Drainage System is ideal for intensive roof... by Platipus Anchors | May 25, 2022 | Others
by Platipus Anchors | May 23, 2022 | Landscape, Tree Anchoring & Irrigation
We thought we would start off our RHS Chelsea ’22 appreciation week with a bang! This is a collage of Platipus at Chelsea over the years. We love getting involved with the industry, meeting our friends, and helping out as often as we...
by Platipus Anchors | May 19, 2022 | ARGS® - Anchored Reinforced Grid Solutions, Civil Engineering & Construction, Webinars
The government has an ambitious target to build 300,000 houses a year. This webinar is aimed at Developers, Designers and Contractors and will cover the use of Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) for maximising land use in housing development. Our updated...
by Platipus Anchors | May 18, 2022 | Civil Engineering & Construction, News
Great day at GEOTEX in Glasgow. Warren Glover gave an engaging presentation, to an audience of engineers, on how Platipus Percussion Driven Earth Anchors (PDEA®) can be used for erosion control, slope stability and earth retaining structures. Why not continue your own...
by Platipus Anchors | May 11, 2022 | News, Photovoltaic Applications
Busy first day for Warren Glover and Julien Veyret at Intersolar Europe 2022 in Munich. If you would like to find out more about our range of anchoring solutions for Ground Mounted, Floating Solar (FPV), Retrofit and Off-Grid photovoltaic applications visit them in...