Andromeda Industries has been quietly manufacturing high-quality lifting solutions from its base in regional New South Wales for more than five decades.
Known for its Superflex and flat woven slings, the company’s products are used across mining, oil and gas, and civil construction projects throughout Australia and overseas. Now, the family-run manufacturer has taken another step forward – formally partnering with the Global Lifting Group (GLG) after decades of working closely with many of its members.
According to Geoff Bower, Customer Relationship Manager at Andromeda Industries, the decision to formalise the partnership reflects the company’s long-term commitment to collaboration and its Australian-made ethos.
“We’ve been dealing with members from the Global Lifting Group for many, many years,” Geoff said. “It’s just been one of those natural progressions. We’ve always worked well together, and this formal arrangement brings that relationship to the forefront.”
Based in the small village of Moonbi, near Tamworth, Andromeda employs a close-knit team of around 17 people – most from the local community. The company’s products are known for their strength, reliability, and compliance with Australian Standards, values that have helped it export to major markets including the UAE and the Czech Republic.
“You hear stories about Australian manufacturing declining, but small industries like ours continue to thrive,” Geoff said. “We’ve been proudly Australian-made since 1972. Every product that leaves our workshop must perform – it’s not negotiable.”
A network built on shared values
The Global Lifting Group, which brings together some of the most respected names in the lifting and rigging sector, shares Andromeda’s focus on quality, safety, and service. The partnership gives GLG members greater access to Australian-made products while strengthening Andromeda’s connections with a network that spans the country. Members include well-established businesses such as All-Ways Rigging Gear, Stenhouse Lifting Equipment, and Certex, among others.
For Andromeda, joining GLG as a preferred partner represents both recognition and opportunity. “We’ve always been there in the background supporting our resellers,” Geoff said. “This partnership helps us better connect with distributors who value local manufacturing and understand the importance of quality assurance.”
He said the partnership also allows Andromeda to focus on training and support for GLG members’ frontline staff.
“The people at the front counter are the ones who talk to the end users every day,” Geoff said. “It’s important they understand what Superflex and our other products can do. Our goal is to make sure they have every tool to promote and support Australian-made lifting solutions.”
Frank Marczan, Managing Director of All-Ways Rigging Gear, has worked with Andromeda for more than 35 years. He said the relationship has always been defined by trust and quality.
“We’ve always found Andromeda to be very knowledgeable and to offer exceptional service,” Frank said. “Their products are innovative and widely used across the lifting equipment industry.”
Frank said being part of the Global Lifting Group adds another layer of strength to that relationship. “The advantage of being a GLG member is the combined buying power and preferential service,” he said. “By sourcing from Australian manufacturers like Andromeda, we know we’re getting products that meet local standards, are of high quality, and have quick turnaround times.”
Beyond All-Ways Rigging Gear, other members of the Global Lifting Group share a similar view of Andromeda’s value to the network. At Certex Lifting, Regional Manager Brendan Wilken said his experience with Andromeda spans nearly two decades and has been defined by consistent quality and reliability.
“I’ve been working with Andromeda Industries for 17 years, and their products have always performed to a very high standard,” Brendan said. “They’re reliable, durable, and backed by a team that understands the realities of our industry.”
He added that using Australian-made products brings clear advantages for GLG members and their customers.
“Local manufacturing means faster turnaround times and equipment that’s built to perform in Australia’s toughest industries,” Brendan said. “For our customers, it’s the confidence that comes with quality, safety, and support made right here at home.”
Supporting local industry
Geoff said maintaining production in regional Australia remains central to Andromeda’s mission. “We’re in a small community, and our factory supports local jobs and families,” he said. “That support flows through to other local businesses, and that’s something we’re very proud of.”
He added that the Australian-Made Campaign continues to play a major role in Andromeda’s growth and global recognition.
“We’ve had people from government departments and international visitors come through and express surprise that we’re still manufacturing here in Australia,” he said. “When they see the quality and the scale of what we do, they’re genuinely impressed.”
Andromeda’s products are designed to meet strict safety and performance standards. “In the lifting world, if something goes wrong, it can be catastrophic,” Geoff said. “That’s why quality and compliance are everything to us. We want every sling we produce to perform exactly as it should.”
The partnership between Andromeda and GLG represents more than a business arrangement – it’s a commitment to supporting Australian manufacturing and strengthening the supply chain for local industry. Both organisations share a belief that collaboration and shared expertise create better outcomes for customers and for the industry at large.
“We’ve been referred to as the ‘lost cousin’ of the lifting world at times,” Geoff said. “But through this partnership, we’re reconnecting with a network that values what we do –making high-quality products locally and standing behind them.”
As the Australian construction and resources sectors continue to grow, Geoff said partnerships like this will ensure the country’s lifting industry remains strong and self-reliant.
“Together with Global Lifting Group, we’re not just promoting our products,” he said. “We’re promoting Australian-made quality, safety, and innovation. That’s something worth standing behind.”