MidCoast Council

Chequered Bobcat & Tipper Hire has proudly partnered with MidCoast Council on a range of infrastructure and community-focused projects across Wingham, Taree, and the wider Mid North Coast region. One of the most specialised and important services we provide to council is road beam testing — a process that measures the load impact and weight of vehicles travelling across local roads.

Road beam testing is critical to understanding how different classes of vehicles, from light cars to heavy haulage trucks, affect the long-term durability of council-managed roads. By accurately measuring axle weights and distributing the load across a calibrated beam system, we help MidCoast Council assess whether road surfaces, bridges, and culverts can handle current and future traffic demands. This data-driven approach ensures council can plan road maintenance, upgrades, and safety improvements with confidence.

Our role in road beam testing goes beyond simply providing the equipment. We manage the setup, monitoring, and data collection process, working closely with council engineers and compliance officers. The results we provide form part of the council’s broader asset management strategy, helping to identify where repairs are most urgently needed and where roads are at risk of early failure due to excessive loading.

For example, in high-use freight corridors such as those leading into Wingham and Taree industrial zones, road beam testing has given council the evidence it needs to enforce weight restrictions, adjust traffic management strategies, and invest in stronger road surfaces. This not only extends the life of the road network but also improves safety for all road users.

Beyond road beam testing, Chequered Bobcat & Tipper Hire also supports MidCoast Council with excavation and earthmoving services when required. This has included drainage works, site preparation, and land clearing for council-owned projects such as parks, community fields, and stormwater management upgrades. Each of these projects demonstrates our ability to meet the high compliance, safety, and environmental standards expected of local government contractors.

Our partnership with MidCoast Council reflects our commitment to the local community. By delivering precise, reliable services like road beam testing, we’re not only helping the council manage its infrastructure more effectively but also contributing to safer, longer-lasting roads for residents and businesses alike.