Benefits of Australian Products

24 February 2022

3 Reasons Why Australian-Made Steel Structures Are The Best!

IN BRIEF


  • Australian-made steel structures are preferred by commercial and industrial business owners, due to their toughness and suitability for harsh environmental conditions.
  • They are generally of better quality compared to imported alternatives, which often contain impure steel that can affect their durability.
  • Buying Australian-made products benefits everyone: it supports the local economy, keeps jobs in the country, and contributes to positive economic activity.
  • Australian Made products are almost always tougher, better quality and more fit for purpose than imported alternatives. This extends to everything from the individual components of your project to the finished structure. Sure, we might be a little biased because Steelcorp structures are 100% Australian Made.


But there are real, tangible benefits of buying Australian-made products – they are good for you, your project, and your local economy. Here’s why we think buying Australian Made is a wise choice.


1. They are Built Tough for Our Harsh Environment

Products designed and made in Australia are naturally more suited to tough conditions, from COLORBOND® sheeting right through to the smallest components. This is because manufacturers’ R&D teams are forced to build, test and refine their products amongst challenging environmental conditions such as wild weather and baking sun.


We live in one of the harshest, driest countries in the world so our buildings need to be able to take whatever is thrown at them and still remain strong and steadfast.

2. 99% of the Time They’re Better Quality

There is absolutely a place in the industry for cheaper, high-volume imported products and components – but it’s not in your structure. Most of the time, imported steel has impurities in it caused by improper manufacturing techniques. (This ‘dirty steel’ is a nightmare for galvanizers who won’t hesitate to tack on a surcharge for dirtying their bath.)


Whether you’re designing an Australian-made industrial building, a complex commercial structure, or a simple steel framed warehouse, it’s likely to be a sizable investment so you want it to last for as long as possible and be made from the best quality products available.


Choosing a designer, builder and tradespeople that use Australian Made products and materials means you’re much more likely to have a structure that lasts for decades. A well-made structure will need very little maintenance and look as good in 10, 20, or even 50 years as it does today.

3. Australian Products Help Support Our Local Economy

Keeping jobs in Australia is another key benefit of buying an Australian-made steel structure.


Partnering with a supplier that supports Australian Made products throughout their entire supply chain means that your steel project will cause a ripple effect that benefits the local economy.


Buying Australian Made helps to generate positive economic activity, while you get to enjoy a building made to the highest possible standards.

Start Designing your Australian Made steel Structure with Steelcorp

It might cost a little more at the outset, but by choosing locally-made products you’re supporting the economy, keeping jobs in Australia, and getting a rugged steel structure that is sure to stand the test of time. Give the Steelcorp team a call to find out more about our high-quality Australian-made buildings.

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