National Plastics & Rubber (National Plastics), a leading Australian manufacturer of polyurethane products for the mining and heavy industries, is proud to announce the opening of its new supply centre in Perth, Western Australia.
This facility is set to become a vital hub for delivering National Plastics’ high-quality polyurethane, industrial plastic, and rubber products to mine sites and heavy industry operations across WA. The supply centre will be led by the company’s local product and support specialists, ensuring tailored support for local businesses.
National Plastics director Peter Tulley believes this expansion will significantly enhance the company’s ability to better understand and ultimately serve its customers in Western Australia.
“The new WA service centre marks a key step in improving our supply chain efficiency and enables us to get closer to our customers,” Tulley said. “Operating within the local time zone allows us to provide faster response times, more agile services, and a deeper understanding of the local market’s unique challenges.”
National Plastics is an Australian owned manufacturer and this local investment means customers can benefit from shorter lead times and access to expert technical support from National Plastics’ product developers and specialists.
“Collaborating closely with our customers has proven to foster innovations that lead to safer and more efficient workplaces,” Tulley said.
The new supply centre demonstrates National Plastics’ commitment to fostering local engagement and supporting the development and prosperity of Western Australia’s mining and heavy industries. The move will also improve the service offer to Nationals Plastics’ growing list of international mining customers who have Western Australian sites.
Award-winning innovations
National Plastics has earned industry recognition for its innovative products, with awards such as:
- HoseMate: highly commended in the innovation category at the 2023 Queensland Mining Industry Health & Safety Conference.
- Workshop wheel chocks: winner of both the Innovation and People’s Choice Awards at the Queensland Mining Industry Health & Safety Conference.
“These awards highlight our dedication to developing safety-driven solutions that address the real challenges faced by the mining industry,” Tulley said. “We take pride in our tradition of working closely with mining companies to ensure our products meet the highest standards of safety and efficiency.”
Made-for-mining products
- Stacko load rated cribbing blocks: these lightweight, UV-stabilised polyurethane blocks are an ideal alternative to traditional wood blocks. With a 3:1 load safety factor, they offer enhanced safety through their interlocking design and are tested to perform in temperatures ranging from -50°C to 40°C.
- NevaFail LED I.D. panels: engineered for reliable machine identification, NevaFail features a fail-safe reflective panel that ensures visibility even if the LED light fails.
- FloorDefenda: heavy-duty dozer track floor mats protect workshop floors from damage caused by large machinery like dozers and excavators.
- MineChock: designed for durability, National Plastics’ wheel chocks cover applications from small vehicles to the largest mining trucks, ensuring safety and preventing unwanted movement.
- HoseMate positioning clamps: these clamps extend the lifespan of hydraulic hoses by preventing abrasion and can be reused, making them a cost-effective and sustainable solution.
Since 1997, National Plastics has been a trusted partner to Australia’s mining and heavy industries, delivering product excellence and innovation.
With a solid reputation across Australia and internationally, National Plastics remains committed to enhancing safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
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