Why Choose Big Brands for the Big Jobs

It’s often said that the mining industry is inherently conservative; that, despite being one of the most profitable sectors in the Australian economy, it’s too risk averse for its own good. Another way of seeing this is that mine operators value reliability above all else. This has long been central to the operating models of not just the country’s most successful miners, but most heavy industries. The risk of downtime blowing out, which is always a danger when moving away from tried and tested products, is simply too great.

There are some upsides to this cautious approach that often go unremarked upon. One of the major benefits of this is that companies, businesses and brands that have been around for a long time have only been able to remain successful because they have a record and reputation for being dependable and trusted. This approach has fostered a marketplace in which the standards for both products and services have been set extremely high. Of course, this makes it difficult for new businesses to enter the market, but this lack of flux means that existing businesses have a level of certainty that’s unrivalled in most other sectors. Needless to say, this makes planning for the future – at a time of seemingly infinite uncertainties – just that little bit easier.

The benefits of success

Success is never an accident or fluke. It’s usually built on a range of factors: product quality; hard work; a deep industry knowledge; a long engagement with the sector and a willingness and ability to forge lasting partnerships, amongst others.

And this success often breeds greater success. Businesses can invest in improving their existing ranges, while also developing new and improved products. This may take many forms – research and development (R&D) quality assurance (QA) and the ability to attract the best minds, for example. Ultimately, this is what helps them remain market leaders.

Invest in future growth

Heatleys has been one of Australia’s leading suppliers of industrial and safety products for nearly 30 years and the foundations of our business are built on the success of other brands. Heatleys stocks all major safety and industrial brands, including Bisley Workwear, Milwaukee, Sutton Tools and many more.

In many ways, using established brands is like taking out an insurance policy; it’s an investment in future growth and a convenient and cost-effective way to safeguard against potential problems. There are always going to be unforeseeable challenges; it’s how you respond that determines the impact they have on your operations. For example, parts and equipment sometimes needs to be replaced and it’s not feasible to have everything on hand. The process is much more streamlined if you are able to get an exact replacement. That’s the certainty established brands offer your operation – you know they’ll be around when you need them most.

And with a nationwide network of branches and distribution centres, Heatleys ensures that your safety and industrial products are delivered quickly and with care, keeping any downtime to a minimum.