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CH GROUP

Light Gauge
Steel Framing PROs

Steel Framing Solutions
for the Waikato

We’re CH Engineering – Waikato’s leading supplier of light gauge steel (LGS) framing for homes, commercial builds, transportables, cabins, sheds, and more. Our steel systems are cost-effective, sustainable, and built to meet the demands of modern NZ construction.

PROJECT SPOTLIGHT

Quick Turnaround Steel Framed Garage Build

Read about a recent steel frame garage our skilled team built and delivered to Tirau. Need a quality garage fast? Contact Us.

Light Gauge Steel Framing New Zealand. CH Engineering services the Waikato, Hamilton, Cambridge Te Awamutu and everywhere in between

Light Gauge Steel Framing New Zealand. CH Engineering services the Waikato, Hamilton, Cambridge Te Awamutu and everywhere in between

STEEL FRAMING NZ

The perfect material for your next project

Steel framing is a smart choice for a wide range of applications, including consented and non-consented builds, commercial projects, transportables, sheds, ceiling purlins, and more.

Our light-gauge steel is precise, easy to handle, ultra-strong, and built to last — plus it’s fully recyclable and easy to transport.

Servicing Hamilton, Cambridge, Te Awamutu
& the rest of the Waikato

CH Engineering NZ supplying steel framing for all your projects in NZ

ENGINEERINGWe supply light gauge steel frames for consented and non-consented designs/projects

CH Homes NZ building your new home from the ground up

HOMESOur skilled team can build your dream home from the ground up with the advantage of an on-site LBP

CH Industries NZ supplying and fitting of steel purlins and batons for ceilings

INDUSTRIESWe can manufacture and supply steel purlins for ceilings and roofing, plus we can install ceiling battens

The Perfect Substitute for Timber

Our light-gauge steel is incredibly versatile — perfect for everything from homes to sheds and structural frames. Got something specific in mind? Let us know. If you’ve got questions, our team’s ready to help.

Steel Beats Timber

More and more of NZ’s top builders are making the switch to steel framing — and for good reason. Steel is the smarter, future-ready alternative to timber.

Why choose steel?

✅ More affordable over time
✅ Fully recyclable and eco-friendly
✅ Won’t rot, warp, or burn
✅ Lightweight and easy to work with
✅ Clean to transport
✅ Fast, precise assembly

Home Building Without the Stress (Seriously!)

July 10th 2025Let’s get real for a second - building your dream home is exciting, but it can also feel pretty overwhelming. We get it: there's planning, budgeting, designing, managing trades, endless paperwork,Read more

Ceiling Batten Installation

July 10th 2025When it comes to high-quality steel framing solutions, CH Engineering is carving out a reputation for precise, professional, and reliable service across Hamilton and the Waikato region. Recently, theRead more

Need Extra Space at Your Place? We've Got You Sorted!

July 1st 2025Whether it’s a cosy sleepout for guests, a stylish home office, or a compact cabin to escape the chaos—CH Engineering has transportable units ready to go!Read more

High-Quality Steel-Framed Sheds Built to Last

August 25th 2024Looking for a sturdy, reliable shed to meet your storage, workshop, or custom-design needs? CH Building Group has you covered. We specialise in designing and building sheds that perfectly suit yourRead more

Dixon Heights Project Spotlight

August 14th 2024Progress is in full swing at Dixon Heights! We’ve recently completed some stunning homes, and there's plenty more underway. From solid foundations to beautifully finished exteriors, each buildRead more

Steel-Framed Homes Made Easy

July 26th 2024Building a new home is exciting, but we know it can also feel overwhelming and stressful. At CH Engineering, we're here to simplify the process and remove the stress with our comprehensive, hassle-frRead more

Quick Turnaround Steel Frame Garage Build by CH Engineering

May 2nd 2024Our skilled Hamilton factory team manufactured a robust 29m² garage, efficiently delivered to Tirau today. The structure is already up, standing proud, and ready for cladding. At CH Engineering, weRead more

Need a Custom Build—Fast? No Worries, We've Got This!

March 24th 2023Special requests don’t scare us at CH Engineering - they’re our favourite kind of challenge! Just check out this recent build: a compact 2.4m x 2.4m unit with a stylish gable roof, preciselyRead more

Hamilton Storage Facility Steel Frame Build

February 1st 2020In 2018, CH Engineering Ltd was approached to do a refit for a Guardian Storage facility, which was successfully completed. It was a single-level storage facility which was refitted to aRead more

Benefits of going STEEL

Steel Framing is 33% faster to construct

33%
Faster

Using steel as a construction material means much faster construction times. This is due to the ease of assembly with Lego like building kits.

Steel framing is 100% recyclable

100% Recyclable

Steel can be reused over and over with no negative effects on it's structural properties, making it a more sustainable option

Steel Framing is 66% lighter then timber

66%
Lighter

Steel framing is incredibly light when compared with wood. This makes it very safe for builders to work with and also easy to transport.

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EMAIL Jamie@chengineering.co.nz
ADDRESS 8 Wickham St Hamilton

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