All Charged Up - REDARC Newsletter Winter 2021

ALL CHARGED UP. REDARC NEWS - WINTER 2021

REDARC | ALL FOR AUSTRALIA Being Australian made is about far more than just where a product is produced, it’s what makes it special. It’s not only the investment that a business has put into its development, it’s the blood, sweat and tears that has gone into it from your fellow Australian. These people are your neighbours, your mates and your family. When you choose an Australian-made product you’re not just supporting industry and the economy, you’re paving the way for future generations to learn, work and play.

At REDARC we take great pride in being Australian family-owned, made and operated. It’s what makes us and our products so special. We’re passionate about what we do. We’re even more passionate about what customers can do using our products. We power experiences to help them discover more about the country we all call home and the life we all want to live.

Whether it’s gear to suit a 4x4, caravan, camper trailer, commercial vehicle or mining site, being an Australian made REDARC product means that it is backed by our in-house development, testing and customer support.

IN THIS ISSUE...

TOW-PRO TROUBLESHOOTING

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INTRODUCING THE BCDC1212T

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NEW AND LONG-STANDING STAFF MEMBERS

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HUMMINGBIRD IMPROVES SAFETY FOR ROAD AND CONSTRUCTION WORKERS

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REDARC’S SALES TEAM HIT THE ROAD FOR MORE TRADE SHOWS

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UPCOMING TRADE SHOWS

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Australian Made Week is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate what makes our country great, and what makes Australian produce, manufacturing, service and innovation so special. Managing Director Anthony Kittel stated, “We believe with the right ideas, the right investment, and the right talent, it is possible to not just survive, but thrive as a proudly Australian manufacturing business”.

We want you to take this opportunity to appreciate what dedicated Australian businesses stand for and offer to you and your local community. As REDARC continue to represent Australia domestically and internationally, we are humbled by the positive feedback we receive for our dedication to our customers and our products. We live by our promise that the customer is king and, with the iconic Australian Made logo emblazoned across products, you can live in the knowledge that companies all across the country have your back.

REDARC believe that there are no limits to where we can go and what we can accomplish.

Being Australian made, with a focus on improvement, innovation and quality service, there’s no limit to where we can all go, with your support.

For more information see redarc.com.au/australianmade WINTER 2021 - 1

TECH TIP

A common question received by our Technical Support Team is about red flashing on the Tow-Pro Elite’s control knob. This sequence has been added to indicate a fault condition in the hydraulic/pneumatic system if you’re using an AL-KO IQ7 braking system.

TROUBLESHOOTING A TOW-PRO ELITE THAT’S FLASHING RED The red flashing notification can be triggered by a poor earth connection on your trailer socket and or/the control module, an Anderson™ plug or pin 10 on the bottom row of a 12 pin trailer plug.

THINGS TO INSPECT A good earth is a metal-to-metal connection secured with a bolt. If you suspect there is an earthing issue, here are a few things you can check.

ANDERSON™ PLUG If you have an Anderson™ plug, please test the operation of the Tow-Pro without the Anderson™ plug connected (please ensure the Anderson™ plug cable is secured before driving).

If the problem disappears, the Anderson™ plug earth has a poor or high resistance connection.

Locate where this has been terminated. If it is connected to a painted/powder coated surface this may cause the problem.

EARTH CABLE SIZE Make sure the size of the earth cable going to pin 3 in the trailer socket and from the plug to the trailer earth in the trailer is a suitable size.

Some OEM looms have only 3mm auto cable. With trailer brakes 5mm is a minimum recommendation - go larger if it fits.

TRAILER SOCKET Make sure the trailer socket on the car has an earthing cable location which has a sound link back to the vehicle negative.

Be careful when bolting to the tub of a ute; most modern vehicles have rubber mounts disconnecting the tubs from ground.

CHASSIS AND BODY EARTH CONNECTION If using a body earth, make sure there is a bolt to go to and remove any paint on the body that insulates your lug from a good connection. This is the same for both 2 - WINTER 2021

TESTING THE TOWING VEHICLE FOR A FAULTY EARTH

the trailer plug and the brake controller white wire.

TO TEST THE EARTH WIRE Testing should be done with the trailer wiring plug plugged into the vehicle’s trailer lighting socket but with the trailer not coupled to the vehicle.

1. Switch on all trailer lighting circuits and ensure that any trailer battery is being charged via its Anderson™ plug.

2. If the Tow-Pro LED is flashing red, unplug the battery charging Anderson™ plug. If the LED stops flashing red, check for a poor connection or undersized earth wire form trailer battery negative via Anderson™ plug to the vehicle chassis.

3. If it is still flashing red, measure the voltage drop from trailer earth to the point where the vehicle trailer socket (pin 3) is earthed to the vehicle, then from earth point to the start battery earth.

2A LOAD

2A LOAD 20A LOAD BATTERY 2A LOAD

2A LOAD

6A LOAD (2 AXLE)

• Switch on all lighting circuits • Have the battery supply connected to the Anderson™ plug • If the Tow-Pro is flashing red, carry out the voltage drop test below TESTING THE TRAILER FOR A FAULTY EARTH START BATTERY

4. If a total of more than 0.4V is found, take the steps shown in the diagram above to reduce the total voltage drop as much as practicable.

Finally, make sure all trailer connections are not dirty or corroded, all wiring on the back of the trailer socket or plug is intact, and socket/plug pins are not crushed and are putting ample spring pressure on the socket.

MEASURE HERE

Pins can be fixed using a fine, flat blade screwdriver to spread the male pins for better pressure on the socket.

Be careful as some trailer plugs have a hardened or cast metal and can break if too much tension is put on them.

For more information visit redarc.com.au/tech-tips

• Measure the voltage between blue and negative • If it is more than 0.4V, the trailer is at fault

NEW PRODUCTS

The new light duty trailer charger, BCDC1212T, is specifically designed for trailers with auxiliary batteries used operate equipment such as hydraulic pumps and winches.

REDARC LAUNCH LIGHT-DUTY TRAILER DC BATTERY CHARGER

REDARC is proud to introduce the new, more versatile 12 volt, 12 amp input‑current‑limited In-vehicle Battery Charger, the BCDC1212T. This new light duty trailer charger is specifically designed for trailers with auxiliary batteries used to operate equipment such as hydraulic pumps and winches including, but are not limited to, dump trailers, boat trailers, car trailers and camper vans.

By installing the BCDC1212T, drivers can be confident their trailer battery is charged correctly, thus preserving the battery health and avoiding the hassle of running out of power during the day if pumps and winches are used regularly.

The BCDC1212T is different from other BCDCs in that the input current is limited to 12 amps whereas other REDARC BCDCs are output current limited (for example, the BCDC1225D output is limited to 25 amps).

SUITS 12 AND 24 VOLT TRUCKS AND VEHICLES Suitable for cars and trucks, in a 12 volt vehicle the peak output current is about 11 amps, whereas in a 24 volt vehicle the peak output current is around 20 amps. It has a good charging current for a 24 volt vehicle with a 12 volt lift gate.

EASY INSTALL Pre-wired with a customised wiring harness, the BCDC1212T is designed to assist in smaller trailer mounted auxiliary battery box installations and is supported with the release of new 23 and 30 amp fuse kits and a battery-to-fuse cable for easy installation.

CHARGES MANY BATTERY CHEMISTRIES The BCDC1212T charges standard lead acid, calcium content, gel, AGM and lithium (LiFePO4) batteries.

BUILT TOUGH FOR ALL CONDITIONS Designed and built by REDARC to the highest quality, the BCDC1212T is moisture, dust and mud resistant and the most reliable battery charger of its kind. Made in Australia, the BCDC light-duty trailer DC battery charger has undergone years of testing in some of the harshest conditions on the planet.

Learn more at redarc.com.au/12a-light-duty-trailer-dc-battery-charger WINTER 2021 - 3

BUSINESS UPDATE

REDARC is pleased to announce another new member to our team and pay homage to a long-standing team member.

REDARC APPOINTS NEW FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND AREA SALES MANAGER We’re excited to welcome Brendan Edmonds to the role of Area Sales Manager FNQ. Based in Townsville, he comes to REDARC with 14 years’ experience working for Ashdown-Ingram in a variety of positions across far north Queensland, New South Wales and Canberra.

Brendan is a welcome addition to the Queensland team and will enable REDARC to attend more shows and trade events in the area as well as provide more support to new and existing FNQ customers. He has already proved to be a valuable member of the team on the REDARC stand at the Brisbane Truck Show in May. Brendan will be responsible for promoting and growing the REDARC brand in the Far North Queensland region, whilst maintaining current relationships and being supported by REDARC’s Technical Support Team located in Adelaide. Keep an eye out for Brendan’s REDARC Hilux while he’s on the road servicing FNQ customers.”

Brendan can be reached via email at bedmonds@redarc.com.au

CAROLYN BRYNE ACHIEVES 15 YEARS OF SERVICE We’d like to congratulate Carolyn Bryne on 15 years of service with REDARC. Carolyn started with REDARC in 2006, in the role of Receptionist/Accounts Payable.

Since that time, she has worked in several roles within the business. Currently Carolyn is a key part of our Sales team as a Sales Administration Assistant.

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Above, from left: Brendon Edmonds, Sascha Heib and Scott Montgomery at the Brisbane Truck Show in May

HUMMINGBIRD UPDATE

While vehicle and road safety within the construction sector has come a long way, there are always unexpected dangers on the road. Sensor equipment, however, is fast developing to a point where it can predict and counteract such hazards.

RECORD HAZARDOUS ROAD CONDITIONS AND AVOID DANGEROUS SLOPES

Hummingbird

Electronics

Global positioning system (GPS) sensors are used in a range of industries from emergency response calls in the health sector to in-game tracking. Now, in the construction sector, it is being used to increase safety, particularly in the pre-planning and transport stages.

The Hummingbird Elite GPS Trip Meter is its newest GPS sensor model, used to detect damage to roads and record road conditions on up to eight different trips.

“If a driver was to see a pot-hole or a potential hazard on the road, they can use the GPS’s touch screen to place a marker on the map,” explains Hummingbird Mining and Industrial Sales Manager Scott Montgomery. “And you can use this function to record anything from a survey point to serious road damage.”

Functioning in a completely different safety realm than the GPS, the Hummingbird Dual Axis Inclinometer measures pitch, providing visibility and roll readout with audio alert systems.

“We’ve got four variants of this model; the first two have an internal sensor which is good for light vehicles with a solid chassis,” explains Montgomery, “The other two utilise an external sensor that is great for trucks or machinery with a high centre of gravity.”

The larger, external sensors help alarm drivers who are sitting in front, perhaps on flat ground, that a connected trailer or vehicle behind them is on a slope. The inclinometer can also be linked to an external device that can add an extra safety function, such as auto‑locking the truck from moving or inhibiting a tipper from raising any further.

“Our Australian designed and made sensors work to ensure driver safety, in different ways, distinguishing these from others on the market,” says Montgomery.

“We are driven by our customers’ requests so, as our customers demand more features, we integrate them into our products,” says Montgomery. “We are always ensuring our products advance with the times and provide the safety that our customers need.”

To learn more about Hummingbird’s inclinometers visit hmbe.com.au/inclinometers

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EVENTS UPDATE

The REDARC sales team are back in full force, strutting their stuff and showing our new products to existing and new customers alike.

BRISBANE TRUCK SHOW REDARC and Hummingbird were excited to be exhibiting at the Brisbane Truck Show, held at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre in May. It was a big weekend, with almost three hundred exhibits through the centre.

The team were there with our interactive displays and the opportunity for visitors to speak with our OEM, Mining and Industrial sales team.

“It was an extraordinarily successful week for our team at the Brisbane Truck Show,” said REDARC Managing Director Anthony Kittel, “While we did note some tight supply on raw materials and pressure on global shipping, the overall industry mood was very buoyant, with orders at record levels.”

VICTORIAN CARAVAN, CAMPING & TOURING SUPERSHOW It was a busy month for REDARC all around the country! We were excited to also be exhibiting at the Victorian Caravan, Camping & Touring Supershow, in May. With the coffee stand nearby to keep visitors warm, the REDARC team spent the weekend giving advice and answering all their 12 volt power and braking questions. With so many people new to the market, attendance across the whole weekend was strong.

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DEFENCE UPDATE

We’re excited by REDARC Defence Systems’ rapid growth, both within Australia and internationally.

REDARC DEFENCE SYSTEMS EXHIBIT AT LAND FORCES 2021 REDARC were excited to be exhibiting at Land Forces 2021, Australia’s premier land defence exhibition and leading land defence forum for Australia, Asia and the Indo-Pacific region. Held at the Brisbane Convention Centre from June 1st to 3rd.

REDARC Group Managing Director, Anthony Kittel commented that REDARC is making great strides, “The Australian defence industry is an exciting sector as it rapidly expands, ensuring the security of the nation and growing our economy. REDARC has a range of world-leading capabilities and are well positioned to contribute to defence’s current and future capability needs. REDARC is an innovative and competitive business in the Australian defence industry with a focus on export capability.”

The biennial event is a powerful forum for key decision-makers throughout the region, enabling government representatives, defence officials, military procurement managers and senior army officers to network with defence manufacturers, equipment suppliers and service providers.

General Manager Defence Sales Mike Hartas stated that presence at this event opens doors for REDARC as it continues to find success in the defence sector.

“We have made great progress in our plans for defence, including as Kongsberg Defence Australia’s preferred partner and supplier of electro-mechanical components for the NASAMS system’s Fire Distribution Centre (FDC) as part of project LAND 19 Phase 7B.” “In addition, we signed a formal Teaming Agreement with MARL International (MARL) (Cumbria, UK) for the provision of maritime intelligent LED Lighting Systems in support of the Australian Continuous Ship Building Program. Under the Teaming Agreement, REDARC will be responsible for developing the AIC Enhanced proposal as the Prime Systems Integrator to support the first three ships to be built by BAE Maritime Systems Australia (BAEMSA) as the Hunter Class Frigate Program,” said Mr Hartas.

Land Forces provides delegates, exhibitors, participants, and visitors alike with a unique opportunity to meet with their peers, potential suppliers, and customers. It highlights the platforms, equipment, services and, technologies that are increasingly in demand by the armies of the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, and serves as a powerful promotional and industry engagement forum on the way to business recovery.

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IN THE COMMUNITY

With trade, caravan and camping shows resuming around Australia, the REDARC team is eager to get out and speak to customers again.

We’ll be at several shows in the coming months.

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We will be at the Sydney International Boat Show at the International Convention Centre between the July 29 and August 1.

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From August 17 to 19 we will be at AgQuip, Australia’s largest primary agricultural industry field day in Gunnedah, NSW.

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From August 20 to 22 we will be at the National 4x4 Outdoors Show, Fishing & Boating Expo at the Melbourne Showgrounds.

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In New Zealand, REDARC will have a team at the Motorhome Caravan & Leisure Show in Christchurch, on July 10 and 11.

REDARC will have team members at each of these shows to answer any questions and help with any queries. If you’re near any of these events, we’d love you to drop in and say good-day!

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CATHERINE HOUSE...

INSPIRING HEARTS Having supported and worked with Catherine House for several years now, we were excited to sponsor their sold-out Inspiring Hearts – A Black Tie Event.

The night had a live auction, silent auction and raffle, with proceeds supporting the many women in the Catherine House Crisis Accommodation Program.

For 33 years, Catherine House has provided support and crisis accommodation for women experiencing homelessness in South Australia.

We’re happy to support Adelaide’s only recovery-based service for women experiencing homelessness.

To learn more about Catherine House visit catherinehouse.org.au

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Australia Phone (08) 8322 4848 Fax (08) 8387 2889

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