In July 1993 “DJ Fabrications” commenced operations aimed primarily at performing general fabrication work; however, found there was a market for manufacturing ‘custom built’ trailers. Therefore in September 1994 “Tuff Trailers” was formed aimed at manufacturing trailers and building the “elite low loader”, although is was not until 1995 that the company “Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd” was formed.
1994
DJ Fabrications landed their first deal and delivered their first low loader to SEDL Transport. It was a quad-axle low loader consisting of;
♦ Hydraulically widening decks (2.5m – 3.3m)
♦ Hendrickson airbag suspension,
♦ 17.5” drum brakes, rear axle lift kit,
♦ Double gooseneck
♦ Out riggers (+500mm per/side)
1995
Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd was officially launched offering a new and fresh range of trailers to the Australian public. In the business’s second year Denis and his bride to be Nicole backed with their business ethics and vision increased the company’s profile by 813%. Paving the way in excellence Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd was nominated for the prestigious business awards. Attending the awards they claimed the business of the year category, proving that Denis and Nicole had a bright future in the transport industry.
2000
Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd built a new factory increasing their capacity. meters of enclosed workshop
♦ Offices and Reception
♦ 7 bay workshop
♦ 10 tonne overhead crane
♦ Sand blasting room
♦ Paint shop
2002
Due to excessive growth Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd extended their factory, increasing working capacity, their renovations included;
♦ Two additional workshop bays increasing workshop capacity to 1800sq. meters
♦ An additional 10 tonne overhead crane
2005
Caused by an excellent reputation in Australia Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd out grew their premises. With this major opportunity Denis decided to relocate into a larger site nearby, consisting of a 12200sq.meter block. Denis personally took up the challenge to design and head the construction of the most efficient and elaborate trailer manufacturing plant in the transport industry, with close supervision and strict guidelines the new Tuff Trailer plant was up and operational within 11weeks of breaking ground. As it stood completed it was a perfect example of Denis and Nicole’s personal strive for excellence. Their new shed includes the following;
♦ 5500sq. meters of enclosed workshop
♦ Individual electrical and air supply lines to each workshop bay
♦ Hi-definition plasma cutter
♦ 160 tonne hydraulic brake press
♦ Painting booth and baking room
♦ Large capacity offices
♦ 12bay workshop
♦ Three 10tonne overhead cranes
♦ Sand blasting room
2007
Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd purchased another property located on the next lot, built another new factory that is now being leased out. The Future
With now three factories under the Tuff Trailer banner Denis is able to expand comfortably with the growth of the company. With all three buildings, the available enclosed space upwards of 8000sq. meters, enabling Tuff Trailers (QLD) Pty Ltd to grow and take on projects without running into capacity restrictions.
