In 1996, when A-Ward’s first Grapple rolled off the production line, it was the start of something special. Since then, hundreds of innovative products have been developed and A-ward has gained a name for itself as a world leader in providing total solutions for the scrap processing, demolition and material handling industries.
Specialised mechanical attachments for excavators grew into faster scrap steel processing equipment which then developed into our world leading container tilter. And now A-Ward has the world’s most innovative total bulk materials handling and processing systems that transform business performance for thousands of companies in many different industries around the world.
The world’s first container tilter was invented back in 2006 for fast and efficient container loading and unloading. Today, there are more than 300 A-Ward container tilters and unloaders operating on customers yards worldwide. In 2011, A-Ward continued to push the boundaries of innovation in the container loading market by launching the revolutionary MiSlide horizontal container loader.
A-Ward Managing Director, Simon Ward, has a penchant for creating inspirational solutions to complete a task more quickly and efficiently. Simon is a passionate entrepreneur whose ingenuity and can-do attitude, coupled with a commitment to excellence, has led A-Ward to international success. He has built a team of highly motivated staff, agents and distribution partnerships around the world, who work together to provide top quality products and outstanding service.
To date A-Ward has received a number of international business and export awards including ‘Deloitte’s Fast 50’, ‘NZTE Excellence’, ‘Lloyd’s List Australian Shipping’, ‘Export NZ’ and ‘American Chamber’ for its growth, enterprise, leadership and innovation.