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steel is a sustainable material on farms useful for cattle handling

Why Steel is the Perfect Sustainable Material

Aussie farmers need materials that will last through harsh conditions and hard times. When you’re running a farm, there’s no time to worry about rebuilding or replacing farm structures or parts. For those in rural Australia, it is crucial to use a sustainable material that lasts, so you aren’t waiting on deliveries when you need to do fundamental maintenance. Plus, sometimes you just get that season where the last thing you need is more unnecessary costs thrown your way.
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Cattle crowded in yard designed by a steel supplier

Six Factors to Consider Before Choosing a Steel Supplier

Steel is a hugely popular metal used in residential, commercial or large construction projects. With many options, it can be overwhelming to select a steel supplier for the first time. It is important to do your research and perform due diligence on a company before signing a contract however, this is not always possible through online sources. Asking the right questions of your potential supplier is important and sometimes, the best way to research their credentials.
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a stress free cattle yard on an Australian farm

Tips to Build a Stress Free Cattle Yard

In today’s environment, it is critical for cattle to be handled in areas that provide the least amount of stress possible to avoid any uneasiness to arise. It’s also important to consider placing the cattle in an area in which it is easy to operate for handlers, to ensure safety as much as possible. Steel Supplies Charter Towers builds their cattle handling equipment onsite, to the highest quality standards. In order to exploit the highest benefits and build an effective and stress free cattle yard, a few methods should be considered.
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SSCT continues to supply farmers with quality steel supplies

Steely Resolve Gets Firm Through the Tough Times

ENTERPRISING Charters Towers businessman Peter Doonan has survived a trifecta of floods, change of government and recession in the early years of his new business Steel Supplies Charters Towers (SSCT), pulling through to celebrate his company’s seventh birthday this month.
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Country entrepreneur Peter Doonan, founder of Steel Supplies Charters Towers

Country Entrepreneur Shows City Folk How It’s Done

Peter Doonan tells us the story behind Steel Supplies Charters Towers and how the company stood tough during the Queensland floods.
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brown cattle standing in a field looking at camera with other cows in the background

Looking for Ways to Help Your Cattle Stay Cool this Summer?

Keep your cattle cool this summer with the right equipment, structures and shelters. Farmers will definitely benefit from the Cattle Yard Design Service. This service allows farmers to individually design their own cattle yard to suit their own needs and requirements. You can see sketched designs with the computer aided design (CAD) service. This allows you to view the final product and ensure your cattle yard design fits your requirements.
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