{"title":"Stacked Stone Concrete Sleepers","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"abaco-scissor-clamp-sc100","title":"Abaco Scissor Clamp SC100 — Stone Slab \u0026 Concrete Panel Lifter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbaco Scissor Clamp SC100 — Professional Stone Slab \u0026amp; Concrete Panel Lifter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn a retaining wall site, the moment that separates a smooth install from a chipped, cracked concrete sleeper or stone panel is usually the lift. After decades of handling concrete sleepers, stone slabs, and precast panels on Australian construction sites, we know that the right lifting clamp isn't optional — it's essential. The \u003cstrong\u003eAbaco Scissor Clamp SC100\u003c\/strong\u003e is the tool we trust for controlled, single-slab lifts where surface protection and grip reliability matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe SC100 uses a \u003cstrong\u003escissor-action clamping mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e that tightens automatically as lifting force is applied — no manual adjustment mid-lift. The \u003cstrong\u003efully vulcanised rubber pads\u003c\/strong\u003e grip the slab face firmly while protecting the surface from marking or chipping, and the \u003cstrong\u003eprotective rubber jaw lining\u003c\/strong\u003e guards edges on finished stone, honed concrete, and tile products. An \u003cstrong\u003eauto-lock release\u003c\/strong\u003e makes unclamping fast and repeatable during high-volume handling tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied complete with a \u003cstrong\u003eswivel eye and bow shackle\u003c\/strong\u003e, the SC100 is ready to connect to a crane, gantry, or chain block straight out of the box. Replacement rubber pads are available separately, extending the working life of the clamp well beyond the initial purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abaco Scissor Clamp SC100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scissor-action slab lifting clamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone slabs, concrete panels, tiles, pavers, and flat precast materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrip system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully vulcanised rubber pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJaw protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rubber lining across jaws to prevent chipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease system:\u003c\/strong\u003e Auto-lock mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded hardware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swivel eye and bow shackle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement parts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replacement rubber pads available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandling capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One slab at a time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-tightening scissor action\u003c\/strong\u003e — grip increases with load, reducing slip risk during the lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVulcanised rubber pads\u003c\/strong\u003e — durable, high-friction grip that protects slab surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRubber jaw lining\u003c\/strong\u003e — critical for honed stone, polished concrete, and finished tile edges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-lock release\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast, repeatable unclamping once load is set down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwivel eye\u003c\/strong\u003e — allows rotation during lift without twisting the lifting line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBow shackle included\u003c\/strong\u003e — connects directly to crane hook, chain block, or spreader bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable pads\u003c\/strong\u003e — extend clamp service life; replacement pads available from stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifting and positioning \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003econcrete sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e during retaining wall construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStone slab handling in benchtop fabrication and stone workshops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcrete panel and precast element handling on civil and residential sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaver and tile handling in landscaping and hardscaping projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarehouse and yard slab movement at landscape supply depots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction material lifting where surface protection is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafe Use \u0026amp; WHS Compliance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifting operations in Australia are governed by the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au\/safety-topic\/industry-and-business-type\/construction\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSafe Work Australia Model WHS Regulations\u003c\/a\u003e and state-specific codes of practice. Key requirements for scissor clamp use include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift \u003cstrong\u003eone slab at a time only\u003c\/strong\u003e — never stack or double-lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify material thickness and surface condition are compatible with the clamp before each lift\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect rubber pads before every use — replace worn or damaged pads immediately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the swivel eye, bow shackle, and all lifting equipment are rated to the load being lifted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever stand under a suspended load — comply with exclusion zone requirements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow your site's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au\/doc\/model-code-practice-managing-risks-plant-workplace\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSafe Work Australia Plant Risk Management Code of Practice\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eState WHS regulators: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.safework.nsw.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSafeWork NSW\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.worksafe.vic.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWorkSafe Victoria\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.worksafe.qld.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWorkSafe Queensland\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.commerce.wa.gov.au\/worksafe\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWorkSafe WA\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAustralian Standards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLifting accessories used on Australian worksites should comply with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.standards.org.au\/standards-catalogue\/sa-snz\/building\/me-005\/as--4991-2004\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAS 4991-2004 Lifting Devices\u003c\/a\u003e and the relevant provisions of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAS\/NZS 4600 Cold-Formed Steel Structures\u003c\/a\u003e where applicable. Always verify that your complete lifting assembly — clamp, shackle, sling, and crane — is rated and inspected to the applicable standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Lifting \u0026amp; Handling Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abaco SC100 pairs with the rest of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardware-brackets-cleats-rwd\"\u003ehardware, brackets and cleats range\u003c\/a\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003eConcrete sleepers\u003c\/a\u003e — 200 Series, 250 Series, and Ironbark profiles for retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003eGalvanised steel H-beam posts\u003c\/a\u003e — matched to sleeper wall height and soil load\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drainage\"\u003eDrainage kits and ag pipe\u003c\/a\u003e — AS 4678-2002 compliant drainage for retaining walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/accessories\"\u003eSite accessories\u003c\/a\u003e — marking paint, string lines, levels, and installation tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Abaco Scissor Clamp SC100 ships Australia-wide including Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, and regional areas. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact our team\u003c\/a\u003e for bulk orders or combined site delivery with concrete sleepers, posts, and drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retaining Walls Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52287894094104,"sku":null,"price":873.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5595\/3688\/files\/1500_crop_ABACO_SCISSOR_CLAMP_SC100_1.jpg?v=1781587897"},{"product_id":"premium-sealed-concrete-sleepers-sandstone-storm-grey","title":"Premium Sealed Concrete Sleepers — Sandstone Storm Grey | 200×75mm","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePremium Sealed Concrete Sleepers — Sandstone Storm Grey | 200×75mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sandstone Storm Grey is the architectural choice in our Premium Sealed concrete sleeper range — a textured stone-block face finish in a deep, cool grey tone that suits modern homes, rendered walls, charcoal fencing, and high-contrast landscape designs. In 50 years of supplying retaining wall products across Australia, this finish consistently draws attention on feature walls and boundary retaining walls where the sleeper face is fully visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach sleeper is Australian-made from \u003cstrong\u003esteel-reinforced concrete rated 40+ MPa\u003c\/strong\u003e with 2 Reo bars, in a standard 200mm high × 75mm thick profile. The gloss-sealed face is more polished than plain concrete, easier to keep clean, and holds its colour better over time than unsealed alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProduct specified and supplied by the Retaining Walls Direct trade team. Last updated July 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize (Post Centres)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActual Sleeper Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApprox. Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePrice\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1600mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈1585–1590mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$57.50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2000mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈1985–1990mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e72kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$65.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2400mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e≈2385–2390mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e83kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e$78.10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote on sizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The stated length is the \u003cem\u003edistance between post centres\u003c\/em\u003e, not the physical sleeper length. The actual sleeper is approximately 10–15mm shorter so it seats correctly into the steel posts at each end. Each course is 200mm high — plan 5 sleepers per metre of wall height, per bay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Sandstone Storm Grey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTextured stone-block face\u003c\/strong\u003e — Moulded relief pattern gives depth and shadow that plain concrete can't replicate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep cool grey tone\u003c\/strong\u003e — Pairs with charcoal Colorbond, rendered masonry, black steel posts, and modern landscaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGloss-sealed finish\u003c\/strong\u003e — More polished appearance, easier to clean, better colour retention than unsealed concrete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40+ MPa, 2 Reo bars\u003c\/strong\u003e — Full structural performance, not just a decorative product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTermite, rot and weather proof\u003c\/strong\u003e — No maintenance, no painting, no treatment required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian-made\u003c\/strong\u003e — Manufactured to Australian standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Retaining Wall System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteel Retaining Wall Posts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — H-beam UC and C-channel PFC posts, hot-dip galvanised\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drainage-kits-ag-pipe-weep-holes\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — Ag pipe, geotextile fabric, and weep holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardware-brackets-cleats-rwd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware \u0026amp; Brackets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — Post caps, fence brackets, and fixings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/retaining-wall-kits-bundles\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Wall Kits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — Everything in one order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/concrete-sleepers\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse All Concrete Sleepers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — Compare all finishes and grades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDrainage, Engineering \u0026amp; Council Approval\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInadequate drainage is the leading cause of retaining wall failure in Australia. Every wall must include a free-draining aggregate zone, geotextile fabric, and slotted ag pipe to a legal outlet. Walls over 1m in height typically require a building permit and engineer certification in NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, and SA — always confirm with your local council before starting. Built to the principles of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.standards.org.au\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAS 4678-2002 Earth-Retaining Structures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Sandstone Storm Grey finish look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA textured stone-block relief face in a deep cool grey tone — similar in appearance to rendered masonry or natural sandstone block, but in a consistent, sealed concrete finish. The texture creates shadow lines that give the wall depth and an architectural quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this finish suitable for a feature wall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — the Sandstone Storm Grey is our most popular finish for feature retaining walls and boundary walls where the sleeper face is fully visible. The textured face and sealed finish make it the premium choice for high-visibility applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many sleepers do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFive sleepers per metre of wall height, per bay. For a 10m wall at 1m high with 2000mm post spacing: 5 sleepers × 5 bays = 25 sleepers. Always add 5–10% for cuts and wastage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich posts do I need with these sleepers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nC-channel PFC posts for walls under 1m in stable soil. H-beam UC posts for walls over 1m, reactive clay soils, or any wall with surcharge load (driveways, vehicles, structures). See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steel-posts\"\u003esteel post range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you deliver to Western Australia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes — however the maximum sleeper length available for WA delivery is \u003cstrong\u003e1500mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please select the 1600mm size and contact us to confirm WA availability, or choose the 1600mm and note your WA postcode when requesting a freight quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Trade Pricing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSleepers are heavy goods delivered palletised by crane truck or flat-deck freight Australia-wide. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/book-a-quote\"\u003eSend your postcode and quantities for a same-day freight quote\u003c\/a\u003e. Trade accounts and volume pricing available for builders, landscapers, and civil contractors — \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-retaining-wall-direct\"\u003econtact our team\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Retaining Walls Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52431283978520,"sku":null,"price":57.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0952\/5595\/3688\/files\/standstone-storm-sealed-concrete-slepper.jpg?v=1784785982"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.retainingwallsdirect.com.au\/collections\/sandstone-concrete-sleepers-copy.oembed","provider":"Retaining Walls Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}