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Made Right Here… In Australia.

Did you know that a lot of the products we sell are made right here in our factory here in Australia. For instance we machine the Drum bars in our work shop and  have total control of the design and quality control. Below is a short video showing a drum …

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FY2022 Pricebooks ready to go!

The first batch of the FY2022 Pricebooks have just arrived and are ready to be sent out. We will be posting them out at the start of July, Let us know if you want a copy at sales@buchs.com.au

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Pull Down Ratchets in a Nutshell.

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Where To Find The Load Restraint Guide

Where do I find the load restraint guide? The load restraint guide can be found here: https://www.ntc.gov.au/sites/default/files/assets/files/Load-Restraint-Guide-2018.pdf This link is to a PDF copy of the 2018 Load Restraint Guide that is published by the National Transport Commission. Here you will find everything you need to make sure you comply …

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Staff Alice Springs Visit

One of the team just brought this sign back from Alice Springs, where she saw the National Road Transport Hall of Fame. Without Trucks Australia Stops, and we’re here to help the trucks keep moving. https://roadtransporthall.com/ – Interesting reading here on all the hardy men and women who keep Australia …

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What is the Difference Between Pre-tension and Lashing Capacity?

Lashing capacity is the lashing’s strength, which should be marked on the lashing. Pretension is the force of a lashing given by a tension mechanism. How do lashing capacity and pretension relate? It is important to note, that the lashing capacity of a webbing assembly does not equal the pretension …

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Different Types of Ratchet Straps

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hook & Keeper Hook and Keeper tie-downs are the industry standard for ratchet straps. Fitted with a hook and keeper on both ratchet tail and strap, these straps undoubtedly provide the most acceptable load restraint solution. With the keeper innovation, there is minimized likelihood of declasping the ratchet, thereby …

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Toll Roads – A Guide to Help Understand and Navigate the Toll Network.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is a Toll Road? Toll roads subject their drivers to a small fee each use. By law, you must pay the charge when you drive on a toll road. How do I know which roads are tolled? Prior to entering a toll road, a sign will be visible with …

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How to Use Ratchet Strap

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Using a ratchet for the first time can be confusing. Here, Tegral breaks down the process in a time-efficient and safe way. Ensure both ends of strap assembly are clasped to secure tie-down point. *These include all-round bars on truck or ute-tray. Thread strap through the spool of closed ratchet …

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Why #LoadsEasier?

Why #loadsEasier? Here’s why… Here at Tegral we know that load protection and restraint can seem like a side-show of your key focus and we know it can be a massive pain to have to waste valuable time in the day sorting out equipment issues when your trucks need to …

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What does pre-tension really mean?

Maybe you are carting your first load or maybe you have been using ratchet straps for ages but still have not got your head around what pre-tension is. So, what’s all the fuss about pre-tension and why is it important? One of the biggest mistakes is thinking that having a …

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What makes a good ratchet tie down (RTD)?

Value does, it always comes back to value. If you value quality, then double ratchet wheels with 18 teeth for extra pre-tension and a high-quality polyester webbing would be what you call good value. If you value price, then you may sacrifice the quality of the ratchet straps or you …

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Australian Made

Did you know that Tegral is 100% dedicated to keeping manufacturing alive in Australia? We produce many of our products in house, right here in our factory here in Moss Vale just an hour from SYD Yes really, our factory is well placed for the quick delivery to all of …

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LAUNCHING… Dedicated same-day delivery to Western Sydney

Tegral is absolutely pumped to be launching a dedicated same-day delivery service to our customers in the western Sydney area. We understand what a delay it is when you have a truck that cannot leave a depot until its load has been restrained with all the necessary equipment. That is …

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