OUR MISSION
Ensure that no one has to risk their
safety when live testing heavy machinery
OUR MISSION
Ensure that no one has to risk their safety when live testing heavy machinery
OUR STORY
SafeGauge was founded by Managing Director Luke Dawson in 2019, who spent 10 years working on heavy machinery as a heavy plant mechanic in the Australian mining industry.
Concerned by the significant risks involved in machinery live work, he began working to develop wireless testing solutions designed to minimize the danger with high-risk work.
Our teams passion and commitment to safety, performance,
and efficiency has been the driving force behind SafeGauge, which is now gaining recognition from leading global industry bodies.
Today, SafeGauge proudly remains Australian-owned, with sales spanning over 15 countries. Supported by a global distribution network, the company continues to champion safer working practices in heavy industries worldwide.
SafeGauge was founded by Managing Director Luke Dawson in 2019, who spent 10 years working on heavy machinery as a heavy plant mechanic in the Australian mining industry.
Concerned by the significant risks involved in machinery live work, he began working to develop wireless testing solutions designed to minimize the danger with high-risk work.
Our teams passion and commitment to safety, performance, and efficiency has been the driving force behind SafeGauge, which is now gaining recognition from leading global industry bodies.
Today, SafeGauge proudly remains Australian-owned, with sales spanning over 15 countries. Supported by a global distribution network, the company continues to champion safer working practices in heavy industries worldwide.
OUR HISTORY
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
The wireless tooling design received BHP "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations throughout Australia.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain which still stand strong today.
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production 50 kits throughout Australia during the initial challenges presented by Covid-19
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year by Hunter Manufacturing Awards helping grow the team from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with the Melt Accelerator, in Warners Bay, NSW. This was our first office and warehouse where we established initial design, production supply chain processes.
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of new solutions. Next, we designed a wireless Dial Indicator working with a Newcastle University student for their final year engineering project.
Closed our first capital raise seed round with funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors. Growing to a team of six.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers. Several improvements from the original version where quickly brought to market responding to customer feedback.
Industry feedback encouraged us to design the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability. Growing our team and capability to design what our customers need with increased speed to market.
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia. Expanding to a team of ten.
2023
Customers who required data capture and reporting helped our team develop the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference). This provided further safety benefits, efficiency gains and accurate data capture helping provide more value to the user.
Established a distribution network in North America, South America and South Africa through trusted partners. With stock held in >10 countries, helped provided needed solutions to the global market. Western Australia CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, Westrac training institute and others to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians using SafeGauge tooling.
2024
New office opened in Arizona USA, seeing Founder Luke Dawson relocate to continue driving global growth through existing distributors and OEM partnerships.
The Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App where released to market. Suitable for a broader range of the industry, including affordable entry-level options for individuals.
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT throughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia. Providing bespoke kits to all branch facilities and field service vehicles.
Westrac CAT officially offering SafeGauge product as a partner thougout New South Wales and Western Australia. Offering ad-on options for new machine purchases and ongoing maintenance tooling.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
2019
The concept for the first SafeGauge product came from Luke completing a Steering & Clutch calibration on a D11 dozer, using four tetra gauges running into the "hell hole" of the machine.
2019
SafeGauge was established on 27th of March 2019 to pursue the development of a safer way to test high pressure hydraulic systems. Luke worked with Steve Chick who is today our senior engineer, to develop the wireless pressure transducer and MultiTool which was tested and proven on site with BHP, Mt Arthur Coal.
2019
The wireless tooling design received a "Bright Spot" recognition, which gained attention from other sites and mining organizations.
2020
Partnerships between trusted Australian manufacturers and suppliers were formed to establish our supply chain.
2020
The one prototype available was used for demonstrations to sell the first production run of 50 kits throughout Australia.
2020
Established a customer base of tier 1 mining companies and OEM's. Awarded the highly commended Startup of the Year and the Team expanded from two to four.
2021
Moved into a shared facility with The Melt, in Warners bay NSW with office and workshop space.
2021
Working with our customers on new "live work" safety challenges drove us to start the development of a wireless dial indicator, and engage with the Newcastle University for student final year engineering project.
2021
Closed a Seed round of funding of $1.6M supported by the Sydney Angels, Pipeline Capital, and other individual investors + we expanded to a team of six people.
2022
The Dial Indicator was released to market with a large uptake from existing and new customers.
2022
Industry feedback pushed us to look at more innovative products to help maintenance workers complete live testing safely. We designed and launched the Tachometer and a new version of the PT with greater accuracy and reliability.
2022
Awarded winner for the NSW Mineral Council Small business of the year, HMA Excellence in Product Design award and Good Design Australia + we expanded to a team of ten
2023
Customer requirement for data logging and more analytics helped our team develop the first software platform for the MultiTool Pro, launched at IMARC (International Mining And Resources Conference).
2023
SafeGauge established a distribution network in North and South America and became a CORE Hot 30 award winner for Equipment Innovation.
2023
Collaboration with South Metro TAFE, donating SafeGauge product to help train the next generation of Heavy Vehicle technicians
2024
Luke Dawson relocates to Arizona USA, to establish Safe Gauge Inc, driving growth in the Americas through existing distributors and new OEM partnerships.
2024
Launch of the Push Rod, Laser Measurement, next Gen Pressure Transducer and the SafeGauge App.
2024
Major rollout with Hastings Deering CAT thoughout Queensland and Northern Territory, Australia.
2024
Partnered with Westrac CAT to resell SafeGauge product thougout New South Wales and Western Australia.
OUR TEAM
OUR TEAM
Luke Dawson
Founder & Managing Director
Greg Sweeney
General Manager
Belinda Jackson
Procurement and Production Manager
Nicholas Packham
Business Development Manager
Harrison Bergman
Business Development Manager
Rebecca Dawson
Finance & Administration
Steve Chick
Senior Engineer
Scott Olero
Electrical Engineer
Hasham Kahn
Mechatronics Engineer
Dan Hawkins
Product Specialist
Augustin Lourdunathan
Software Engineer
Josh Kruik
Quality Engineer
Mandi Page
Senior Production Technician
Vincent Matongo
Production Engineer
Mohammed Feroz
Production Technician
Sean Dillon
Service Technician
Krystal Johnson
Production Technician
OUR VALUES
SAFETY ALWAYS
COMES FIRST
INTEGRITY
AND ETHICS
EXCELLENCE
IN QUALITY
INNOVATION &
ADAPTABILITY
UPHOLD A CUSTOMER
-CENTRIC APPROACH
COLLABORATION
AND TEAMWORK
Ensuring that no one has to risk their safety when live testing heavy machinery
All rights reserved © SafeGauge
2024
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Ensuring that no one has to risk their safety when live testing heavy machinery
All rights reserved © SafeGauge
2024
Website designed by Outshine.Design
Ensuring that no one has to risk their safety when live testing heavy machinery
All rights reserved © SafeGauge
2024
Website designed by Outshine.Design