JJ Delaney & Sons Pty Ltd operates a family farm just 4km from Cowra, specialising in irrigated lucerne hay production, dual purpose cropping, and lamb trading. Their growing operation called for substantial storage to protect their quality hay while maintaining easy access for farm vehicles.
ABC Sheds designed and constructed a large three-sided structure that provides the ideal balance of protection and accessibility, featuring a fully hot-dipped galvanised structure for superior durability in rural conditions.
The Delaney farm needed a storage solution that would accommodate their expanding hay production. Weather protection was essential, but so was the ability to move large machinery in and out efficiently during busy periods.
With significant investment in their lucerne operation, the family required a structure that would serve them for decades to come while adapting to their evolving farm needs.
ABC Sheds delivered a 72m x 24m three-sided hay shed featuring nine 8-metre bays and a generous 6.2m height at the eave. The 10° gable roof design efficiently sheds water while maximising internal storage volume.
The structure rests on robust 410 UB hot-dipped galvanised columns with 750mm hot-dip galvanised open web joist trusses providing exceptional strength and corrosion resistance. Both roof and wall framing use Z 20015 purlins and girts for reliable structural support.
Zincalume .42 BMT sheeting covers the roof, which includes sarking and mesh for additional protection. The three enclosed sides feature Colorbond .42 BMT sheeting, offering excellent durability against the elements.
With future expansion in mind, the design includes bolting holes for adding sliding doors on both gutter long sides. Additional bolting holes allow for a cantilevered awning off the open side, giving the Delaney family options to enhance their shed as needs change.
✓ Three-sided hay shed with 9 bays at 8 metres each
✓ Hot-dipped galvanised columns
✓ Z purlins and girts throughout
✓ Zincalume roof sheeting with sarking and mesh
✓ Colorbond wall sheeting
✓ 100mm PVC downpipes
✓ 10° gable roof pitch
✓ Bolting holes for future sliding doors and cantilevered awning
“I would highly recommend ABC Sheds and would certainly use them again in the future. The hot dip galvanising was a point of difference and the quality was second to none, it was an enjoyable experience dealing with all ABC Shed staff. A particular mention needs to be made about Mitch Nicolls from MRN Rigging and Construction and his team, nothing was an issue and I appreciated their hard work. Everything was conducted in a timely manner especially considering the only delays were caused due to huge unforeseen rain.”
- Michael Delaney, Farm Owner
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