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TRIDON LEADING THE WAY IN HIGH PERFORMANCE WIPER BLADES Proudly Australian owned and operated, Tridon has been a leading supplier to the automotive aftermarket for more than 40 years In the 1970s Tridon developed and introduced a range of plastic back wiper refills as one of its core product lines. With two different plastic profiles, narrow and wide back, Tridon says it had the market covered, establishing itself as a leading supplier of wiper products in Australia. Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Australian consumers saw wiper refills as the total wiper solution. The metal blade assembly was simply considered part of the car, so if you needed new wipers, you changed your refills and it was job done, says Tridon.
Vehicle design and the humble wiper blade Advancement in vehicle design, along with the influx of many new makes and models, saw a dramatic shift for the humble vehicle wiper. New vehicles were fitted with advanced wiper designs including flat, curved and hybrid blades. There were also traditional wipers with long and short lengths, together with new refill styles, new profiles, and the addition of many new wiper connections and adaptors. Once a universal consumable product, the wiper blade became much more complex. The evolution of the wiper blade had begun, and the days of the simple refill solution were over. In response to the changing market needs, Tridon undertook comprehensive research and product development. The goal: to provide the aftermarket with a complete range of direct fit, high quality wiper blades and refills that were easy to identify and simple to use. Today, Tridon says it offers the most complete premium quality wiper range in the Australian market.
Research and development Tridon has invested heavily in local wiper research and development with a dedicated team focusing on quality, innovation and performance, providing technical support specific to the Australian market. Using proven premium quality natural rubber compounds and selected UV coatings developed specifically for the harsh Australian environment, Tridon wiper blades and refills are manufactured from the highest quality materials for ultimate performance in all conditions. 26
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Tridon wiper range Unrivalled and boasting more than 98 percent vehicle coverage, Tridon says its extensive wiper range is led by the flagship Tridon FlexBlade and Tridon CurveBlade products. Tridon also offers conventional complete metal wiper blades, metal rail and plastic back refills and rear wiper blade products. Tridon’s premium FlexBlade range is ideal for car
enthusiasts looking for the very best wiper blades for their vehicle. Utilising the latest wiper blade technology, Tridon FlexBlade incorporates a low profile aerodynamic clawless design and direct fit connectors, delivering continuous and even pressure distribution for a crisp, clean wipe every time. For the automotive trade workshop or professional, the FlexConnect range delivers a complete, compact one-stop wiper solution.
