Chamberlain Group, the parent company of Grifco, has expanded its national business footprint, relocating to a new purpose-built manufacturing facility at Somersby, NSW.
Grifco engineers and manufactures products specifically designed for Australian and New Zealand conditions, with more than 110 years of operation in Australia, including over three decades on the Central Coast.
Having outgrown its former warehouse in Gosford, the 19,000 square metre Somersby site will serve as Grifco’s new headquarters, bringing together Chamberlain Group’s manufacturing, warehousing, and engineering teams from across NSW under one roof for the first time.
Grifco’s operations have contributed to the Central Coast’s local economy for decades, with more than 50 new jobs created in the region. It is anticipated the new site will increase production capabilities by 200 per cent and boost local employment by 10 per cent in the coming months.
Chamberlain Group ANZ Vice President and Managing Director, Grant Emanuel said: “For 110 years, Grifco has been keeping the doors of Australian businesses open. Our move to this brand-new space represents the next phase of growth for the company, while continuing our decades-long legacy of manufacturing commercial access solutions on the Central Coast.”
“This custom-built facility will create a dynamic environment for expansion, product innovation, community engagement, and importantly, it will allow us to further invest in local talent,” Mr Emanuel said.
Chamberlain Group’s Director of Operations and IT, Graeme Sheekey said: “Our customers and communities are at the heart of all we do, and our new facility will enhance our ability to design, manufacture, and deliver industry-leading access solutions to support our partners across Australia and New Zealand. From our local car park to fire and ambulance stations, to Optus Stadium and the flag on the Anzac bridge, Grifco is proud to continue to support the needs of ANZ businesses and communities – a commitment we’ve made for well over a century.”
Local expertise sets the standard for Australian manufacturing
In collaboration with Chamberlain Group, the new headquarters were developed by local specialists in design and property development, Space Urban, with construction undertaken by Crossmuller. Both companies are part of the BORG Group based at Kariong.
The custom-built design boasts an array of sustainability features, including a 200kW solar PV system, on-site water tanks and EV chargers, as well as extensive state-of-the-art facilities to support employee health and wellbeing.
“It’s been incredibly rewarding to witness our vision for a world-class manufacturing facility become a reality, thanks to the exceptional work of our local design and construction partners, Space Urban and Crossmuller. Their combined expertise has been instrumental in creating a unique space that will provide Grifco scope to innovate, while enhancing employee wellbeing and satisfaction in the region,” Mr Sheekey said.
Space Urban Chief Executive Officer, Allison Basford said: “As local companies, Space Urban and Crossmuller were honoured to be a part of Grifco’s journey to create a unique manufacturing facility. Our goal was to create a space that not only reflected the company’s rich history of Australian manufacturing, but also set a new standard for modern industrial architecture in the region. By incorporating sustainable features and prioritising employee wellbeing, we believe this site will be a lasting legacy for Grifco and a source of pride for the Central Coast community.”
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