Morgan Sawmill production and manufacturing facility
Project overview
At Morgan Sawmill in Dublin, South Australia, timing and functionality were everything. With operations expanding and the sale of their previous premises underway, the business needed new manufacturing facilities delivered without delay.
Central Steel Build responded with precision and speed, designing and constructing three purpose-built industrial steel buildings tailored to heavy-duty timber production. Each structure was engineered to maintain critical internal clearance heights and widths to accommodate sawmill machinery and optimise production flow.
Our team supported the project end-to-end—from permits and design through to fabrication and completion—delivering faster lead times to keep the transition on track. Featuring hot-dip galvanised steel framing, custom ventilation, and specialised access solutions, every detail was designed for durability, efficiency, and long-term performance. The result: a facility that supports Morgan Sawmill’s continued growth and operational continuity.
- $634,000*
- Workshop: 40m x 21m x 7.5m
- Storage shed: 30m x 15m x 6.3m
- Storage shed: 67m x 35m x 6.3m
- 10 weeks
Project collaborators:
- Third party installer
- Structural engineer
Our scope and build details:
- 3D structural model
- Fabricated hot dipped galvanised steel package
- Purlins and girts
- 48BMT/0.53TCT roof and wall cladding
- Personal access doors
- Sliding doors
- Cantilever canopy
- Operable wall vents
Job site location:
- Dublin, SA
*All prices are an indication only and are subject to change at any time due to steel prices. Prices also do not include site preparation or installation costs.
Project success and impact:
With the clock ticking on the sale of their previous facility, Morgan Sawmill needed to transition operations quickly to avoid costly downtime. Timing was critical, as was ensuring precise functionality for heavy-duty sawmill machinery.
Central Steel Build guided the process from design to construction approvals, helping the client navigate South Australia’s Development Approval process—a step many builders leave to clients. By managing permits and maintaining tight lead times, we delivered a seamless relocation that kept operations running without interruption.
Our engineering and project teams reviewed existing drawings in detail to ensure every structure matched operational layouts and workflow requirements. It was a challenge of precision, coordination, and trust—met confidently through our collaborative and solutions-driven approach.
“Central Steel Build successfully navigated the challenges of the project by working closely with Craig throughout the process. As Craig chose to install the dairy building and hay shed himself, we focused solely on the installation of the dairy barn, maintaining regular communication with Craig to ensure he had everything needed from us at each stage. For the dairy loafing barn, we faced the challenge of balancing cost and functionality. Rather than proceeding with a 50m clearspan building, we reduced the span to 40m and incorporated two 5m cantilevers, which effectively lowered costs while still meeting the required specifications. This approach allowed us to deliver a high-quality result that aligned with Craig’s budget and operational needs."
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