Welcome to the third edition of the 2026 RUD Connect Newsletter.
In this issue, we discuss how heavy vehicle workshops are under increasing pressure to improve productivity, maximise floor space and service larger and more complex vehicles.
RUD Australia offers Australian-made and German-made workshop lifting solutions to help workshops operate more efficiently.
Australia’s heavy vehicle workshops are under pressure to improve productivity, reduce downtime and meet safety requirements. Modern lifting solutions such as the Finkbeiner HDS Semi-Scissor Lift help workshops maximise floor space, improve accessibility and enhance safety for long term operational efficiency. Click here to read the full article.
2026 Australasian Bus & Coach Expo: 15/16 July at the Sydney Showground. Visit RUD Australia at Stand #150 to talk to us on lifting solutions designed to improve workshop safety, productivity and operational efficiency. Click here to read more in our news section.
2026 Land Forces: 6-8 October at the Perth Convention & Exhibition Centre
2026 IQA National Conference: 6-8 October at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre
2026 CICA National Conference: 28-30 October at the Rydges Resort Hunter Valley
In this issue, we highlight Brett Beveridge, who is the National Sales Manager - Workshop Lifting Solutions, driving Endurequip and Finkbeiner brands and RUD steel handling products. Brett is a passionate sales leader with extensive experience across his career, including 12 years in the heavy lift engineering sector. He is committed to building strong customer relationships, developing high performing teams, and delivering practical solutions that create long term value for customers.
RUD Group has been winning several awards in 2026, which is a testimony to the innovation and commitment to continuously improve quality and safety.
RUD’s vertically integrated German manufacturing process combines precision engineering, advanced production technology and full traceability to deliver safer, high-performance lifting and lashing equipment for demanding industries. Click here to read how RUD continues to support the Australian industry with reliable lifting solutions for long term durability.
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RUD consistently delivers excellent products paired with outstanding service. Their commitment to quality and customer support ensures a reliable and professional experience every time.

Working with the WA team is always a pleasure. Their exceptional knowledge and accuracy in every interaction, combined with a professional approach, make them a standout team to deal with.

Dealing with RUD is always easy and enjoyable. Their strong commitment to customer relationships is exceptional and sets a standard that all sales professionals can learn from.

The Brisbane internal sales team are outstanding sales professionals. They are always helpful, responsive and quick to assist. Their proactive approach and dedication make working with RUD a seamless experience.

When you are casting 100T concrete girders, there is little margin for error, and big savings can be generated if cost-effective solutions are provided. The benefit of engaging RUD was reflected in the fact that all girders were installed on time and without incident.
As a business, we could not have been more impressed with the RUD team.

Customers need minimal downtime to avoid business losses. The Finkbeiner hoists are a game changer. We no longer turn away work, and we can manage workflow effectively.
Their ease of charging and simple operation optimise productivity. The built-in safety features ensure my team is safe when working under the vehicles.

We are happy to deal with RUD because of their product quality, customer service and competitive pricing. They are very efficient when submitting quotes with a short lead time and are always available when we need them.
Onsite support is excellent and always professional.

RUD Chains has a great product with an exceptional back-up and field service. We have previously bought from Chinese manufacturers and European companies, but we will stay with RUD due to the quality of the product and availability of service personnel.

Patterson Crane Hire loves a challenge and RUD lifting gear helps us solve these challenges. The weight saving gains when we use their Grade 120 ICE range really makes a difference and minimises our risk when we are managing difficult, heavy lifts.
Simply put, this is why we choose to work with quality suppliers like RUD.

At Holcim Werribee we rely on RUD Tyre Protection Chains. Their strong expertise and professionalism is on display when they fit and maintain our chains on site. The team works hard to keep us safe, enable our machines to stay in operation and minimise our costs.

Air & Allied Sales (Pacific) has partnered with RUD Chains for the past 25 years to deliver outstanding engineered solutions. The professional and continued relationship with RUD allows us to continue to support our customers above and beyond their needs.
RUD Chains are both quality suppliers and supportive business partners; we would recommend them without hesitation.

At ACRAN, we are always excited to provide innovative, quality technical solutions for the industrial ventilation, filtration, and noise control markets.
We completed a project in which RUD provided a controlled drive solution for an engineered lift and fulfilled the requirements and we are grateful to RUD for being a trusted partner.

At Gemilang, we are confident that our high-quality Endurequip Portalifts and vehicle stands will continue to serve us well as we build more buses for the Australian market.
They provide us unparalleled underbody access, reassuring our clients that every single bus component is designed, manufactured, secured and inspected thoroughly by our engineers and technicians.

The team at Jilalan appreciates the quality service you provided in designing, fabricating, and commissioning our platforms for our Wagon remediation project.
RUD's attention to detail and excellent communication skills ensured that our project was completed to the highest standard and exceeded our expectations. We are grateful to RUD for their commitment.

Grima Recycling has been working with the RUD team to realise our plant expansion project. The modular RUD chain conveyor has proved reliable and effective for transferring our recycled products from the loader hopper and up the inclined slope as part of our new process line.
The regular contact and support provided by RUD complements the quality of the RUD system.

ENCO Precast has been involved with RUD for over 10 years now, predominantly for the supply of the Philipp Group Lifting Hoops for Prestressed Precast Concrete elements for bridges.
The engineering support led by RUD's Engineering Manager, Matt Pauli, has always been outstanding and has kept us loyal to RUD.

RUD’s service and product support have been excellent. We are happy to recommend RUD to anyone who has problems with their tyre life.