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ARA has significantly expanded its manufacturing capability through the acquisition of Groundmaster Engineering (GME), a leading metal manufacturing business offering comprehensive design and engineering solutions.

The acquisition of Groundmaster Engineering is a game changer for ARA Manufacture in Victoria.

Since 1975 Groundmaster Engineering has been a manufacturer and supplier of a diverse range of products for Defence, Automotive, Transport, Mining, Construction and more recently, the Aviation industry. With extensive research and development expertise, GME can assist you in the design, development and prototyping or modification of any new or existing products, using laser cutting and a vast range of specialised materials handling, storage and transport equipment.

Groundmaster Capabilities

MASTERS OF METAL

Groundmaster Engineering are the masters of metal. We design, cut, fold, roll, weld, blast, machine, finish and load test all to your specifications.

DESIGN & ENGINEERING

Whatever you need to gain a competitive advantage, we have the extensive skills, research and development expertise.

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LIGHT FABRICATION

We create your product entirely from start to finish, so when you place an order with Groundmaster Engineering and you can be assured that all your fabrication requirements will be completed by the supplier.

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HEAVY FABRICATION

Groundmaster Engineering fabrication facilities produce components for a wide variety of industries including Construction, Transport, Defence, Marine, Gas and Chemical Industries, providing a cost-effective alternative to in-house manufacture.

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LASER CUTTING

We understand that precision is paramount and that’s why we continue to invest in the latest laser cutting technology and equipment.

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GRIT BLASTING & PAINTING

Our state of the art abrasive blasting and paint facility can accommodate any size of the product, from a few centimeters in width to the size a 40-foot shipping container.

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Additional Capabilities

  • Bespoke Fabrication
  • Water Jet Cutting
  • Bonding
  • Powder Coating
  • Stainless Steel Fabrication
  • Installation
  • Plate Rolling
  • Inserting
  • Hot Dip Galvanising

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