Our History in Trailer Fabrication
More than 2 decades ago, in 1999, one man by the name of Andrew started a welding business doing small welding jobs for local businesses, handrails for the Sale Yards, and trays for the local community. He started in a small shed on his own while working the night shift in his normal job. Word quickly got around town that Andrew was now building trays, and he was inundated. Andrew was Bairnsdale’s new tray builder, and everyone wanted a ‘Bairnsdale Trays and Welding’ tray. His small shed turned into a tray manufacturer's dream; he had the Dwyers’ trays, Mazda's trays, and The Big Garage’s trays. Anything that needed a tray, Andrew built it.
As time went on, Andrew branched out a bit further into the welding and fabrication industry with trailers, toolboxes, and even canopies for Utes. He was quickly becoming bigger than ‘Ben Hur.’ Jayne, Andrew’s wife, joined the business in the office in 2006. She knew nothing about anything when it came to fabrication, but she quickly caught on, and to this day now knows more about trays, trailers, and steel and aluminium fabrication than anyone. There is not much she doesn’t know, and most customers that come in are quite surprised with her knowledge.
A few years down the track and a few employees later, Bairnsdale Trays and Welding had outgrown its shed on Bosworth Road and needed to expand, so in 2012, Andrew and Jayne bit the bullet and built a shed on Forge Creek Road. With the ample manufacturing room and great location, it was the best decision they had ever made. Currently, including Andrew and Jayne, the company employs 5 fabricators, including 2 specialist aluminium fabricators, and every everyday all staff members are constantly on the go to keep up with the demand.
Visit Us for Friendly, Professional Trailer Services
So next time you drive past and see the big A1 Trailers flags and the signage on the workshop, drop in and check out the quality of our work, have a look at our extensive spare parts range, or even just call in and say G’day. But while you’re here, be impressed with yourself because you as a community member have made Bairnsdale Trays and Welding and A1 Trailers the successful local businesses they are today.
Looking for a custom trailer or tray built by locals you can trust? Come see the team at A1 Trailers in Bairnsdale today – or give us a call to chat about your next project.