Navigating your Trailer Purchase: Customise or Compromise?

Here at Eddies Trailers & Fab we support local steel mills, using Australian steel for the vast majority of everything we fabricate, and for very good reason. Not only does it keep the business in Australia, but it also ensures that each of our builds are manufactured with quality steel that you can rely on for years to come! Australian Steel: Known for its high quality, Australian steel undergoes rigorous testing and adheres to strict environmental and safety standards. The production process follows regulations, ensuring reliability and safety in manufacture. Testing certificates are also provided with the majority of Australian steel sold, giving you peace of mind. Chinese Steel: Often criticized for its lower quality due to a lack of regulations. While it may be cheaper, Chinese steel can be less reliable and potentially cause safety issues. Chinese steel is also unable to be properly galvanised using Australian galvanisers, as the zinc content in the Chinese steel is so high, Australian galvanisers refuse to hot dip any of the imported steel. Australian Steel: Manufacturers use advanced technologies like electric arc furnaces, which are efficient and produce less pollution. Chinese Steel: Manufacturers primarily use blast furnaces, which require more energy and produce more pollution. Additionally, they may use cheaper and less reliable materials, impacting overall steel quality Price and Availability: Chinese Steel: Attractive due to its lower price, but this comes with drawbacks. Lower quality and safety concerns are significant trade-offs. Although the misconception is the price of the steel is cheaper, when international freight prices fluctuate or when cargo ships are delayed, this can cause significant delays to your projects, in turn costing you money. Australian Steel: Although it can potentially be more expensive, it maintains higher quality and safety standards. Moreover, during the global pandemic, Australian steel production has continued without significant disruptions, while Chinese steel production faced challenges Environmental Impact: Australian Steel: Considered eco-friendlier due to strict regulations and modern, efficient technology. Chinese Steel: Has faced environmental pressure due to pollution and damage caused by the industry. In summary, Australian steel is highly sought after for its quality and reliability, while Chinese steel is cheaper but may compromise safety and environmental standards. When choosing between them, consider the trade-offs carefully! We will always support the Australian steel industry and always ensure our customers are receiving the best quality steel on the market!