Client: TR Group 
Industry: Fleet Asset Hire 
Location: Australia and New Zealand 
Products Used: Redcat Link Wheel Nut Indicator

TR Group, a leading fleet asset hire company, has built a strong reputation across Australia and New Zealand by providing modern, safe, and fuel-efficient heavy commercial vehicles. With a growing fleet of over 2,000 trailers and 500 prime movers, TR Group is committed to delivering the highest standards of safety, compliance, and efficiency to their clients.

In their ongoing pursuit of excellence, TR Group has integrated Redcat’s Link Wheel Nut Indicators across their fleet to enhance safety and operational integrity. This case study explores how the use of Redcat’s innovative safety products has become essential in ensuring that TR Group’s vehicles remain safe and reliable throughout their hire cycles.

Who is TR Group?

TR Group is a premier fleet asset hire company that originated in New Zealand and has since expanded across all states of Australia. With locations in major cities such as Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Adelaide, Newcastle, and Perth, TR Group offers one of the largest selections of trailers and prime movers available for short or long-term hire.

Their expansive fleet, designed to meet the needs of businesses operating heavy commercial vehicles, emphasises modernity, safety, and fuel efficiency. TR Group's unwavering focus on providing safe and cost-effective vehicles ready for immediate deployment is central to their business ethos.

The Importance of Wheel Safety for TR Group’s Fleet

Safety is paramount in TR Group’s operations, and this commitment extends to every aspect of their fleet management. Recognising the critical role that wheel security plays in vehicle safety, TR Group adopted Redcat’s Link Wheel Nut Indicators to ensure their vehicles are not only compliant but also protected against potential wheel nut loosening—a common yet dangerous issue in heavy vehicles.

Dominic Valastro, Assistant Manager at TR Group Melbourne, emphasises the significance of this partnership: 

“The Redcat Wheel Indicators are very important to TR Group. We use them on all of our Prime Movers so that we know the wheels haven’t been tampered with, or the wheel nuts have not been loosened. This gives us the confidence that we’re sending out a safe product onto our roads.”

Redcat’s Solution: The Link Wheel Nut Indicator

The Redcat Link Wheel Nut Indicator is an advanced safety device designed to monitor and retain the position of wheel nuts. Its application is especially critical in hire fleets like TR Group’s, where vehicles are frequently used by different operators and may be subject to varying road conditions.

By visually indicating any movement of the wheel nuts, the Redcat Link provides a clear and immediate alert to potential issues, allowing for timely maintenance before a minor problem escalates into a major safety hazard.

TR Group’s Assistant Manager further elaborates:

“At TR Group, we use the Redcat Link Indicator. It indicates where the wheel nut should be placed at all times, and it also retains the correct position of the wheel nut. This not only ensures the safety of our fleet but also gives us peace of mind knowing that we’re contributing to the safety of all road users.”

Conclusion

For TR Group, maintaining the highest safety standards in their fleet is non-negotiable. By incorporating Redcat’s Link Wheel Nut Indicators into their safety protocols, TR Group has taken a proactive step in safeguarding their vehicles and ensuring the well-being of their drivers, customers, and the general public.

Redcat’s innovative solutions have empowered TR Group to confidently offer their clients vehicles that are not only efficient and compliant but also meticulously maintained for maximum safety on the road.

Learn more about TR Group’s fleet solutions: https://www.trgroupau.com/

Discover Redcat’s full range of wheel safety products: https://redcatindustries.com/