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

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

Grifco is proud to have received the Excellence in Export and Global Supply Chains Award at the 2021 Hunter Manufacturing Awards (HMA) - a recognition that reflects our long‑standing commitment to quality, innovation, and the continued expansion of Australian manufacturing on the global stage.

A Growing Global Footprint

As the largest manufacturer of commercial and industrial door openers in Australia, Grifco has steadily grown its export presence. Our products are now supplied to markets including the USA, Singapore and the Middle East, with plans for further expansion into India in 2022.

With a manufacturing heritage dating back to 1914, Grifco has consistently prioritised durability, safety, and performance. Taking this legacy abroad, our products are carefully engineered to meet international compliance standards and the unique requirements of each global market.

Recognised for Strategic Global Growth

The HMA judges acknowledged Grifco’s strong strategic approach to entering and developing overseas markets - an approach that supports the long‑term sustainability of Australian manufacturing.

A standout in our entry was a major collaboration with a global US industry leader to design and manufacture a specialised winching application for the USA poultry market. This partnership highlighted both Grifco’s design capability and our ability to meet complex international specifications.

As part of this collaboration, Chamberlain engineered a winching system in partnership with the largest supplier of poultry equipment in the world, strengthening Grifco’s reputation as a reliable, high‑quality global manufacturer.

Celebrating Excellence

“Our exports have seen a significant increase over the past few years due to our premium product quality and personalised customer service. It is always great to have this recognised and celebrated by the industry,” says Graeme Sheekey, Head of Operations at Chamberlain Group.

Graeme continues:

“Our competitive advantages are designing and manufacturing a high‑quality product backed by a brand the customer can trust. Australian made products are highly respected all around the world. Grifco products don’t just offer safety, they offer innovation.”

Customer‑Driven Growth

Grifco’s expansion into overseas markets has been supported by the same principle that built our success in Australia: exceptional customer service. Our team invests time in understanding each customer’s requirements and tailoring solutions that outperform alternatives in both quality and performance.

To support ongoing growth in the Middle East, Grifco also employs a Dubai‑based Sales and Business Development Manager. This local presence has been vital for building strong relationships and understanding cultural expectations across the region.

Strengthening Australian Manufacturing

Grifco’s export success has delivered meaningful results. Since 2017, export sales have been on track to increase by 300%, helping stabilise and grow our Australian manufacturing operations. This uplift has supported new employment opportunities, reinforcing the long‑term sustainability of our Gosford facility.

About the Hunter Manufacturing Awards

Since 2005, the Hunter Manufacturing Awards have celebrated innovation, excellence, and resilience across the Hunter, Upper Hunter, Central Coast and Mid North Coast regions. With 13 award categories recognising standout business achievements, the HMA program continues to champion the strength and diversity of Australian manufacturing.