| 17 Emma Bailey Specialists keep businesses on the move Treadway imports, distributes and manufactures trailer components, wheels, rims and tyres. Treadway REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Based in Whangarei, Treadway is a family owned and operated business that imports, distributes and manufactures trailer components, wheels, rims and tyres. Marketing manager Stu Woodbridge says customers are a big part of the company’s team. “We’re passionate about helping kiwi businesses. We’re here to help them succeed.” Treadway was started by the Bill Family in 1976 as an import business. “The business expanded from that, to anything you can put a wheel on, from trailers to industrial trucks. If you can push it or tow it, we can help you out. “We supply all the parts you need to build trailers, trailer manufacturers are our biggest customers.” The company has generations of knowledge. The customer service team have worked in every department so they also have in-depth knowledge. “We can source whatever the customer needs. One engineering company was making luggage trolleys and we were able to supply the wheels. We do a lot of one off jobs for manufacturers. “Many of our clients make boat trailers, it’s nice to go to boat shows and see our parts on the trailers. Braking systems for trailers have come a long way, Stu says, with a EuroBrake system they have been importing proving very popular. “We started bringing the mechanical braking system EuroBrake in after the change to the Land Transport Act in 2019. “The mechanical override brake system presents a host of advantages that significantly enhance customer satisfaction and reduces production costs. Unlike hydraulic systems, it eliminates any braking lag, delivering immediate and responsive braking. It removes the need for fine-tuning based on varying loads and eliminates the necessity of pairing with a controller.” It also mitigates concerns related to electronics or battery performance. “For fleet operators, these advantages are particularly noteworthy, as trailers can be hitched and ready to go without any complications.” Last year they launched ElectroBrake, HydroBrake, and Spring sets that are easier to fit and have anti rattle features, a tougher 12 inch rim for flat deck trailers and, hydraulic tipping kits. “We doubled the size of our fabrication workshop to keep up with the demand for custom made trailer axles. “Like every other business that is in manufacturing or supports manufacturers we’ve been affected by the economy, but we’ve stuck to giving exceptional customer service along with supplying better quality and better value products that improve the quality and saleability of our customers’ products “ Recently a key client Tyreshop Online upgraded their online store and Treadway were able to supply them with an entire photo catalogue and data feed to advertise their products. “We want to give all of our customers as much support as we can.” Clients can look at their extensive products at www.treadway.co.nz and order from there or call 0800 653 246. “We sell wholesale and direct to the public from our premises and website. We ship New Zealand wide with same working day dispatch.” REDEEM THE PROMO CODE AT CHECKOUT WHEN YOU SPEND OVER $500 ON TYRES : TSO$50 Looking for tyres in Northland or Auckland? We supply quality affordable tyres for everything from farm vehicles to 4x4s. Buy 4 tyres and get FREE shipping to one of our trusted fitters or save up to 40% with doorstep delivery. We’re a proud, family-run Kiwi business — delivering top brands, everyday low prices, and nationwide fitting since 2011. Ready to order your tyres online? www.tyreshoponline.co.nz T&Cs apply: Your promo code cannot be used in conjunction with another coupon or offer. Discount is off the tyre price only and excludes fitting, shipping, and stewardship fees. Include tyres on sale. Offer expires on 30/09/2025.
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