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13 Jul Blog

Drum Restraint… How do you do it?

What is the best way to restrain a drum? Well, we all know there are lots of ways not to. Being round, its always a struggle trying to get a strap to stay on top and then there’s always the risk of the drum moving and the strap coming off …

13 Jul Blog

Did you know?

Did you know we can supply friction mat cut to custom sizes. These strips were heading down the south coast where they were going to help secure loads of precast concrete parts. Along with some pull down ratchet straps and strap angles, this transport companies load’s are ready to go. …

5 Jul Blog

Made Right Here… In Australia.

Did you know that a lot of the products we sell are made right here in our factory here in Australia. For instance we machine the Drum bars in our work shop and  have total control of the design and quality control. Below is a short video showing a drum …

23 Jun Blog

FY2022 Pricebooks ready to go!

The first batch of the FY2022 Pricebooks have just arrived and are ready to be sent out. We will be posting them out at the start of July, Let us know if you want a copy at sales@buchs.com.au

15 Jun Blog

Pull Down Ratchets in a Nutshell.

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10 Jun Blog

Where To Find The Load Restraint Guide

Where do I find the load restraint guide? The load restraint guide can be found here: https://www.ntc.gov.au/sites/default/files/assets/files/Load-Restraint-Guide-2018.pdf This link is to a PDF copy of the 2018 Load Restraint Guide that is published by the National Transport Commission. Here you will find everything you need to make sure you comply …

1 Jun Blog

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3 May Blog

Staff Alice Springs Visit

One of the team just brought this sign back from Alice Springs, where she saw the National Road Transport Hall of Fame. Without Trucks Australia Stops, and we’re here to help the trucks keep moving. https://roadtransporthall.com/ – Interesting reading here on all the hardy men and women who keep Australia …

24 Apr Blog

What is the Difference Between Pre-tension and Lashing Capacity?

Lashing capacity is the lashing’s strength, which should be marked on the lashing. Pretension is the force of a lashing given by a tension mechanism. How do lashing capacity and pretension relate? It is important to note, that the lashing capacity of a webbing assembly does not equal the pretension …

24 Apr Blog

Different Types of Ratchet Straps

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Hook & Keeper Hook and Keeper tie-downs are the industry standard for ratchet straps. Fitted with a hook and keeper on both ratchet tail and strap, these straps undoubtedly provide the most acceptable load restraint solution. With the keeper innovation, there is minimized likelihood of declasping the ratchet, thereby …

24 Apr Blog

Toll Roads – A Guide to Help Understand and Navigate the Toll Network.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is a Toll Road? Toll roads subject their drivers to a small fee each use. By law, you must pay the charge when you drive on a toll road. How do I know which roads are tolled? Prior to entering a toll road, a sign will be visible with …

24 Apr Blog

How to Use Ratchet Strap

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Using a ratchet for the first time can be confusing. Here, Tegral breaks down the process in a time-efficient and safe way. Ensure both ends of strap assembly are clasped to secure tie-down point. *These include all-round bars on truck or ute-tray. Thread strap through the spool of closed ratchet …

20 Apr Blog

Why #LoadsEasier?

Why #loadsEasier? Here’s why… Here at Tegral we know that load protection and restraint can seem like a side-show of your key focus and we know it can be a massive pain to have to waste valuable time in the day sorting out equipment issues when your trucks need to …

18 Apr Blog

What does pre-tension really mean?

Maybe you are carting your first load or maybe you have been using ratchet straps for ages but still have not got your head around what pre-tension is. So, what’s all the fuss about pre-tension and why is it important? One of the biggest mistakes is thinking that having a …

14 Apr Blog

What makes a good ratchet tie down (RTD)?

Value does, it always comes back to value. If you value quality, then double ratchet wheels with 18 teeth for extra pre-tension and a high-quality polyester webbing would be what you call good value. If you value price, then you may sacrifice the quality of the ratchet straps or you …