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COMPANY HISTORY

Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd, Tasmania’s leading industrial and commercial coatings contractor, was established over thirty years ago. Our company has developed over this time into this position of leadership by providing a consistently high level of service and quality.

In 2000 an alliance was formed with McElligott Partners Pty Ltd, one of Australia’s leading industrial & commercial coating contractors. This facilitated an increase in the range of services and equipment available to our clients.

Metal Protection Service and related divisions in regional Victoria and far north Queensland are ably supported by McElligott Partners head Office in Melbourne. This enables our group to mobilise and operate throughout Australia. We have established an enviable reputation for our work and hold current approval status with such significant organizations as:

· Mobil Australia

· BP Australia

· Shell

· Portland Aluminium

· Caltex Australia

· Melbourne Water

· Sydney Water

· Hunter Water

· Vic Roads

· Telstra

· Goulburn-Murray Water (Vic)

· Department of Land & Water Conservation (NSW)

· Roads and Traffic Authority (NSW)

· Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources (Tas)

· Hydro Tasmania

· Snowy Hydro Ltd

· Many other Companies and Authorities

We continue to provide services for all these companies based on our previous performances and our present position in the market place.

Metal Protection Service is unique within our group. In addition to our significant on site capabilities, we operate substantial yard and workshop facilities of world class standards. In our workshops, both abrasive blasting and coating application is performed under controlled conditions. Projects are able to be delivered on time and within budget to the highest quality standards independent of ambient weather conditions. The workshops are supported by heavy handling capabilities to 70 tonnes in a single lift. The chambers are capable of accepting items greater than thirty metres long, six metres high and five metres wide. Recent contracts include 22 curved bridge girders for a Vic Roads project, and 90 wind turbine towers for various projects around Australia.

We believe in the philosophy and security of long-term maintenance programs, which provide a focus for all the projects ahead. Our company also believes in the establishment of long term partnering agreements which provide all parties involved with the opportunity to develop a commitment to equity, trust and mutual goals critical to the success of the success of this type of agreement. We believe that this concept provides the ability over time, based on an open relationship to promote added value, as knowledge of each party’s requirements and vision allows for the development of win-win strategies. Further flexibility can develop as a long-term relationship builds the necessary trust and openness.

SERVICES AND SCOPE

Our List of services and areas of work has continued to grow and strengthen. Listed below, are summaries of the capabilities of Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd. We offer a wide range of services associated with protective coatings. These services are supported by an experienced workforce and backed by a large range of support equipment.

· Abrasive Blasting

· High Pressure and Ultra High Pressure Water Cleaning

· Power Tool Cleaning

· Decorative Painting.

· Surface Preparation and Application of High Performance Protective Coatings

· Surface Preparation and Application of High Performance Floor Coatings

· Lead and other Hazardous Coatings Removal and Containment

· Line Marking

· Sign Writing

· Tank Cleaning & Lining

Application Of:

· Anticarbonation Coatings

· Applied Membranes

· Epoxy/Fibreglass Systems

· Epoxy Floor Coating

· Fire Protection Coatings

· High Voltage Insulation Coatings

· Long Term Maintenance Coatings

· Marine Coatings

· Polyester/Vinyl ester Coatings

· Polysiloxane Coatings

· Solvent & Solvent Free Epoxies

· Ultra High Build Epoxies

Industry Segments:

Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd is involved in a wide range of industries providing a variety of services. Our current and past projects include such diverse areas as:

Shut Downs in all Industries
Road and Rail Bridges
Storage Tanks and Silos
Waste Water Treatment Plants
Water Resource Structures
Communication Towers
Food Processing Plants
Wharf and Marine Structures
Manufacturing Plants
Mines
Multi-Storey Buildings
New Construction
Commercial Buildings
Petro-Chemical Plants
Pipelines, Tunnels and Penstocks
Power Stations and Energy Assets
Pulp & Paper Mills
Smelters

EQUIPMENT

Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd owns and operates a large range of support equipment associated with protective coatings. This equipment represents a major capital investment. Our equipment is continually being maintained, reviewed and updated to enable us to retain our place as the leader in our industry. Our current equipment register includes:

· High Efficiency Dust Collectors

· High Pressure, High Capacity Air Compressors

· High Efficiency Air Dryers

· 6 Tonne Mega Blast Pots plus Smaller Blast Pots

· High Pressure, High Volume Coating Application Equipment

· Mobile Rough Terrain Cranes to 16 Tonnes Capacity

· Straddle Cranes to 70 Tonnes Capacity in a Tandem Lift

· Forklifts to 12 Tonnes Capacity

Coupled to this is the company’s commitment to the use of new technologies. Our management team travels extensively overseas to view the latest technologies. The best of these technologies have been purchased and put into service. Some of these technologies such as our robotic systems are unique in Australia and contribute significantly to our positioning at the leading edge of our industry.

SAFETY

Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd is continually improving and updating our procedures and work practices in order to achieve our goal of zero accidents. Internal and external auditing of our safety system has resulted in ongoing improvements to procedures and work practices which have been implemented. Formal training and toolbox meetings have been important steps in reducing the number of accidents and incidents on our work sites. Safety inductions are conducted for all employees. Specialist training from clients and external training providers for work on new and potentially dangerous sites has measurably benefited our employees and consequently the company as a whole.

New techniques and equipment are continually being sought to assist in achieving our safety objective of zero accidents. We are committed to safety conscious work place culture with management, supervisors and employees encouraged to participate in all facets of safety from the development of procedures to the introduction of new and safer methods of working in our industrial environment.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Our quality assurance system ensures that all our work, no matter how large or small the project, meets or exceeds the client’s requirements. Our system has been designed to parallel IS09002 and is based on QP1 & QP2 (developed by the Steel Structures Painting Council, USA).

Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd holds third party accreditation with the national Painting Contractor Certification Program (PCCP) which is administered by the CSIRO. We are fully accredited under this scheme to contract for works in all categories. These categories are:

· Class 1 Shop Application - Open Yard

· Class 2 Shop Application – Enclosed Blast Cleaning Paint Application

· Class 3 Field Application – Atmospheric Exposure

· Class 4 Field Application – Immersion Service

· Class 5 Removal of Hazardous Coatings

· Class 5A Hazardous Coating Removal (Lead etc) to AS4361.1 under Levels 1A, 2A and 3A

Engineered Containment Systems.

· Class 5B Hazardous Coating Removal (Lead etc) to AS4361.1 under Levels 1B. 2B and 3B

or Lesser Containment Systems.

Metal Protection Service leads our industry in accreditation. We are the sole Tasmanian contractor to be certified for all classes of work.

Our commitment to quality has produced a close working relationship with all major coating manufacturers. Our network gives us access to all levels of support from these suppliers. Our channels of communication ensure that our technical expertise is up to date. Our close relationship ensures that our supply chain is accessible at all stages and that timely deliveries are assured.

The confidence in Metal Protection Service expressed by the coating manufacturers is evidenced by their willingness to enter into joint warranty agreements. These warranties are negotiated based on the coating system and service environment. The result is an agreement that gives our client the assurance that we stand by our workmanship.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Metal Protection Service has put into place procedures which minimize the impact of our work on the environment. The introduction of encapsulated systems, negative air pressure, containment and recycling of waste abrasive have improved environmental control as well as improved quality and safety on projects.

We have successfully completed projects in sensitive public environments as diverse as world heritage parks and busy city precincts.

We have also successfully completed projects in sensitive industrial environments where it is crucial to protect equipment, resources, personnel and production schedules for adverse impact.

As future environmental regulations unfold, we are well placed to conform to any requirements. Legislation controlling the removal of hazardous materials, such a lead, coal tar derivatives, chromates and others are tightening with the passing of time. Owners of the hazardous materials can no longer contract away the responsibility for their future storage.

As responsible and accredited contractors, on behalf of our clients, we are able to securely facilitate the removal and transfer of these materials to a safe and legal location for permanent isolation.

MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE & CULTURE

Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd has a hands-on approach, with management closely involved in the day to day operations. This philosophy of total involvement has enabled our management team to develop an appreciation for all aspects of a project. All our projects are managed by a full time Project Supervisor. In addition, major projects are controlled by a full time Project Manager.

We have a high focus on safety and quality with full time managers responsible for both areas. We have a stable, fully trained and experienced workforce providing ongoing continuity of personnel. With an extensive resource base, including support equipment representing $3 million capital investment, the company has a policy of being self sufficient for the provision of equipment. This ensures reliability and a competitive base to provide committed long-term service. As a major contractor in the field of industrial maintenance painting, we are currently involved on a wide range of projects, based on our ability to deliver a quality project, safety, on time and on budget.

This commitment to management has provided efficient delivery of our projects. Our management team deliver projects on time in all types of environments from the smallest road bridge to the largest energy asset.

THE FUTURE

Our Company is committed to the future. We believed that the recipe for success is a well trained and equipped workforce, committed to producing a quality product in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. This strategy has resulted in a large capital investment in new plant and equipment, review and training of our workforce and a continuing drive to improve all facets of our company through training and new technologies.

Metal Protection Service is committed to introducing new but proven technology into our projects. We will continue to review new technologies and offer these to our clients where we believe it will be to their advantage, provided these technologies clearly demonstrate improved efficiencies, improved safety, quality and/or environmental management on the site.

COMPANY INFORMATION:

Tasmania	Metal Protection Service Pty Ltd 7 Johns Street Breadalbane Tasmania 7300 Phone: 03 6391 8316 Fax: 03 6391 8478 E-mail: info@metalprotect.com.au ACN 009 516 134 ABN 27 009 516 134
Head Office	McElligott Partners Pty Ltd 4-6 Hume Road Laverton North Victoria 3026 Phone: 03 9369 6711 Fax: 03 9369 6157 E-mail: laverton@mcelligotts.com.au ACN 006 168 314 ABN 96 006 168 314
Branch Offices	McElligott Partners Pty Ltd 5-7 Sandra Avenue Corio Victoria 3214 Phone: 03 5275 3178 Fax: 03 5275 1584 E-mail: geelong@mcelligotts.com.au
	McElligott Partners Pty Ltd 64 Maderia Packet Road Portland Victoria 3305 Phone: 03 5523 5022 Fax: 03 5523 5077 E-mail: Portland@mcelligotts.com.au
	Transcote Pty Ltd 75 Shaws Road, Bohle Townsville Queensland 4818 Phone: 07 4774 8055 Fax: 07 4774 8066 E-mail; Townsville@transcote.com.au
	Transcote Pty Ltd 58 Satellite Cres Mackay Queensland 4740 Phone: 07 4955 3655 Fax: 07 4955 4533 E-mail: admin@transcote.com,au

ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIPS:

Industry Associations:

Australian Institute of Protective Coatings.
Australian Corrosion Association.
Steel Structures Painting Council (USA).
Standards Australia.

EMPLOYERS ASSOCIATIONS:

Australian Industry Association.
Master Painters Association.
Tasmanian Chamber Commerce