Team Work Ensures Demand Is Met

Walkabout Industries is meeting unprecedented demand for its’ branded potting mix – thanks to its’ dedicated workforce and the delivery of a brand new mixer.
Purchased from CEA Consolidated Industries in Victoria, the new mixer replaced a hopper that had sustained damage to its barrel. It was carefully manoeuvred into place beside the existing mixer at Walkabout Industries’ Glenorchy site before electricians completed the installation.

PHOTO: The new mixer is carefully manoeuvred into place at Walkabout Industries’ Glenorchy site.

The mixer will allow Walkabout Industries to meet increased demand for its’ potting mix, which is sold through a number of local and national retailers.

“We have seen an eight per cent increase in demand for our potting mix that is available in premium and regular varieties,” said Craig Geeves, Divisional Manager of Walkabout Industries.

“Our potting soils are produced from Tasmanian sourced ingredients where possible, and the individual elements are combined, mixed and packaged on site to Australian Standard AS 3743.”

Mr Geeves is quick to point out that meeting the increased demand is due to the efforts of Walkabout Industries’ dedicated workforce.
“We have 35 employees and several supervisory staff who ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality products and customer service.

 

PHOTO: Heerey Electrical complete the installation. Walkabout Industries has invested more than $60,000 to purchase and install the new mixer.

“This is why we continue to have strong relationships with K&D Warehouse Mitre 10, John Clennetts Mitre 10, and Waratah who distribute the Yates branded potting mix throughout the State, and with nurseries who also stock our products.

PHOTO: The dedicated workforce on the potting mix production line. More than 120,000 bags of Walkabout Industries’ potting soil are distributed in Tasmania per annum.

Mr Geeves said more than 120,000 bags of Walkabout Industries’ potting soil are distributed throughout the State per annum, and production is audited annually by SAI Global.

 

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