Converting tip trucks into multi-tasking emergency response vehicles

Tilta Industries is developing a mechanical system to quickly convert conventional tip trucks into dynamic emergency response vehicles capable of being deployed as fire fighting appliances, carry and relocate tanks, reposition emergency shelters and recover disabled vehicles. Tilta Industries is developing the skid based system in collaboration with fire-fighting agencies and local government. 

The Commercialisation Australia funds will help Tilta Industries verify that its proven tilt and tip technology can quickly and safely turn trucks into multi-purpose response units and allow the company to build a strong business model from a regional base.

“For our company, the Commercialisation Australia program is proving to be an invaluable catalyst for us to resource our commercialisation execution strategies, to leverage credibility with industry stakeholders and to engage ‘early adopter’ customers,” said Greg Beaver, Director of Tilta Industries.  “The Commercialisation Australia support staff and our Case Manager have been excellent in assisting us with the insights and feedback to make the application process as smooth and expeditious as possible, at the same time giving us highest possible chance of success.  As a regionally based company we also appreciate the post Commercialisation Australia approval support with our reporting obligations and ongoing commercial advice in managing and achieving our project deliverables.”

[Picture courtesy of Tilta Industries Pty Ltd]