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Grifco S-Drive: Elevating Access at Wavelength Cronulla’s Luxury Development

Grifco’s S-Drive sectional door operator was selected for Wavelength Cronulla, a luxury development. Delivering seamless access control integration, quiet high-cycle performance, and industry-leading reliability, made Grifco the trusted choice for this premium residential project.

Leading the charge in NSW ‘Driving Digital Skills’ Pilot Program

Grifco’s Gosford team was selected to join the NSW Government’s Driving Digital Skills Pilot Program, supporting the upskilling of local workers in Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing. Over 12 weeks, employees gained advanced digital capabilities, earning praise from government ministers who recognised Grifco’s leadership in innovation, technology adoption, and long-term workforce development.

How Grifco is keeping jobs in Australia while continuing to innovate with automation and robotics

Our journey is proof that local manufacturing and global competitiveness can go hand in hand. By investing in technology and people, we’re shaping the future of industrial and commercial door solutions - right here in Australia.

Delivering Fans‑First Innovation at Optus Stadium

Optus Stadium’s fans‑first vision relies on seamless, safe and reliable door automation. Discover how Grifco’s Australian‑made solutions support daily operations across one of Australia’s premier sporting and entertainment venues.

Driving Sustainable Rail Operations: How Grifco Supports KiwiRail’s New Waltham Mechanical Hub

KiwiRail’s new Waltham Mechanical Hub boosts South Island operations with enhanced maintenance capabilities. See how Grifco and Apex Doors helped elevate safety, control, and automation across this future‑focused facility.

Grifco Wins Excellence in Export and Global Supply Chains at the 2021 Hunter Manufacturing Awards

Grifco proudly won the Excellence in Export and Global Supply Chains Award at the 2021 Hunter Manufacturing Awards, recognising its strong global growth and premium Australian‑made products. Through strategic international expansion, customer‑focused service, and key industry collaborations, Grifco has strengthened both export performance and local manufacturing capability, supporting long‑term sustainability and new employment opportunities in Australia.

Chamberlain Group are finalists in the Hunter Manufacturing Awards again!

Chamberlain Group has again been named a finalist in the 2020 Hunter Manufacturing Awards, recognised for excellence in local manufacturing and sustainability. As the award date approaches, Chamberlain Group is proud to celebrate the ongoing efforts of our teams and partners across the region.

Grifco wins “Manufacturer of the Year” and “Excellence in People & Skills Development” awards at the Hunter Manufacturing Awards

Grifco, part of Chamberlain Group, won Manufacturer of the Year and Excellence in People & Skills Development at the 2019 Hunter Manufacturing Awards. The recognition highlights Grifco’s leadership in safety, quality, workforce development, and world‑class manufacturing at its West Gosford facility. These awards reinforce Chamberlain Group’s strong contribution to regional industry and its ongoing commitment to excellence.

Grifco Expands Reliability with Upsonic Power Partnership

Grifco has strengthened its commitment to reliable commercial and industrial door automation through a partnership with Upsonic Power, Australia’s leading UPS provider. This integrated solution ensures critical doors remain functional in facilities where access, safety, and productivity cannot be compromised.

Grifco Wins Excellence in Export and Global Supply Chains Award

Grifco, Australia’s leading door opener manufacturer, earned the 2021 HMA Export Award for its global expansion, innovative custom solutions, and strong customer service - strengthening sustainable Australian manufacturing and international growth.

Grifco Strengthens Its Commitment to Sustainability Through Zero‑Waste and Recycling Initiatives

Grifco advances its sustainability roadmap with major recycling and waste‑reduction initiatives, including pallet recycling and redesigned packaging, moving the business closer to zero waste, carbon neutrality, and fully recyclable packaging.

Airpak Streamlines Operations With Smart Industrial Door Technology

Airpak Sheet Metal improved security, efficiency and workflow visibility by integrating myQ Smart Technology across its roller doors, enabling remote access, real‑time monitoring, automated scheduling and secure guest controls throughout its busy manufacturing facility.

Grifco Leads the Industry With Its Innovative Poultry Winching Solutions

Grifco’s Poultry Winches deliver smooth, quiet, bio‑secure lifting of feed, drink and perch lines, enhancing poultry welfare and farm efficiency, and earning global recognition for innovation and Australian‑made reliability.

110 years of Grifco: Chamberlain Group moves to new purpose-built manufacturing facility in Somersby

Grifco has opened a new 19,000sqm purpose-built Somersby headquarters, expanding production, boosting local jobs, and strengthening its long-standing commitment to Australian manufacturing, innovation, and community through sustainable, state-of-the-art facilities.

The power of local access solutions: how Grifco keeps Australia open for business

For over 110 years, Grifco has powered Australian businesses with locally made, climate‑ready access solutions. Built for resilience, our automation supports iconic venues, vital services and communities nationwide - keeping Australia open for business.