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TRACTO-TECHNIK offers a unique portfolio of products including cutting-edge drilling equipment.
No-dig innovator takes service to new heights TRACTO-TECHNIK continues to enhance its innovative machinery and trenchless expertise, which, when paired with a strong commitment to customer service and a constant eye on the future, is helping solidify its reputation as much more than an equipment dealer.
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RACTO-TECHNIK Australia is a TRACTO-TECHNIK Group company, offering comprehensive service and consultation from experts who truly care about resource-friendly and sustainable drilling solutions. TRACTO is one of the country’s key manufacturers of devices and machines for trenchless technology. Headquartered in Brisbane, the company recently invested in larger premises in Luscombe, demonstrating a commitment to increasing its inventory to support the Australian and New Zealand markets. TRACTO is backed by a unique portfolio of products including cutting-edge drilling equipment and advanced digital solutions. Daniel Toms is TRACTO’s Sales Manager for Australia and New Zealand, responsible for managing key stakeholders and developing meaningful, lasting relationships with customers. Alongside his client service skills, Mr Toms also has comprehensive product knowledge and an intimate understanding of the company’s mission. “We have developed a strong and ever-increasing customer base with an appetite for high quality and innovative trenchless solutions,” he says. “We are not a dealer, and we feel this positions us very well as our clients are dealing directly with the manufacturer.” The TRACTO-TECHNIK Group provides financial, administrative and marketing support to the Australian company, as well as providing direct access to technical and engineering support in real time. According to Mr Toms, the team believes in guiding customers through all stages of the product process, from purchase to training and after sales support. 66 TRENCHLESS AUSTRALASIA SEPTEMBER 2021
A market leader Founded in 1962 and operating out of Australia since 2001, TRACTO is a pioneer and innovator of trenchless technology. What began as a humble family-owned company now has 350 worldwide patents and more than 600 employees globally. For more than 20 years, TRACTO Australia has been building its reputation as a leader in trenchless technology for pipe installation and renewal. Whether it is for supply of clean water, electricity, gas, telecommunications, or the renewal of waste pipelines in urban areas, TRACTO is committed to delivering the essentials for life. “TRACTO is the only full-service provider of trenchless technology worldwide,” says Mr Toms. “From soil displacement hammers to complex horizontal directional drilling (HDD), we have a solution for all relevant forms of this technology.” TRACTO now has many patented no-dig solutions to its name, with one of the first true trenchless products ever to be produced: the GRUNDOMAT soil displacement hammer. “Advanced trenchless technology reduces the negative impacts of huge interventions in our living spaces that arise in conventional upgrading and development. This is what we stand for,” says Mr Toms. The company is always responding to the rapid changes in the world and its demand for innovative, sustainable construction solutions. “Our unique range of HDD systems continues to distinguish itself, with increased digitalisation and automation. These products are a primary focus for us at present and moving forward for this region.” Customer-first expertise TRACTO is made up of a team of dedicated professionals with a strong understanding of the industry. The group comprises experienced team members, long-term employees and seasoned operators within the construction sector. “We have built a global network with our affiliated companies in
