The difference between a quality Ausbox toolbox, and a cheap import

by Oct 16, 2016News

quality ausbox toolbox vs cheap import

Sometimes it can be tempting to substitute quality for a cheap eBay steal. Here at Austates however, we believe our range of top notch toolboxes are worth the investment, and here’s why.

We’ve all been sucked in by the thought of a bargain. But there’s a huge difference between impulse buying a $3 head lamp that you can just chuck if the globe arrives cracked, and investing in a cheap toolbox for your ute that could potentially end up ruining your tools.

We take a look at the key differences between a quality toolbox and an unclear cheap import.

Durability

A quality toolbox needs to be designed to last. Make sure you really look at the specs when buying from websites such as eBay or Alibaba. Metric conversions can be deceiving when detailing material thickness. You don’t want to end up with a toolbox with weak walls that dent when your tools rattle while driving. A quality toolbox will have walls at least 1.5-3mm thick, made from steel or aluminium sheets. They will not buckle or dent due to high vibration.

Security

Many cheap tool boxes come with easily breakable locks or stock standard keys. Security is a top priority for your expensive and specialised tools when out on a job. So instead, Ausbox toolboxes are fitted with either drop T-locks or are lockable by a unique key. If you own several toolboxes we are even happy to customise the lock so that you aren’t carrying around a keyring as heavy as a janitors!

Customisation

There’s nothing worse than waiting forever for your purchase to arrive from another country by post, only to find that it is the wrong size, or that the measurements were incorrect. This could easily end in lost money and time, but you also have to start your search all over again to find a toolbox that will fit on your ute tray bed just right. At Austates, we sell toolboxes that can be customised to fit your ute’s measurements exactly. The interiors are also fully customizable, because we realise that every profession requires different tools which, in turn, need specific storage space. Don’t try and cram your drill in a compartment half it’s size!

Transparency

You can never really be sure of who you are dealing with over the internet, especially on community buying and selling websites. There are always risks involved including misrepresentation and false accreditation. If you want to buy quality you should be looking for professional and reliable businesses. At Austates, we’re happy for you to come in and meet our friendly staff at our shopfront in Acacia Ridge, or chat to us over the phone. We readily demonstrate the advantages of our products to ensure complete customer confidence when purchasing.

Ethics

Do you know who made your toolbox? Supply chain transparency is a big issue in all commercial and retail industries. When buying a cheap imported product it can be difficult to tell whose hands were involved in assembling it. At Austates, all of our toolboxes are Australian made. When buying a custom toolbox you can rest assured knowing that it will be our friendly staff assembling it in a fair and safe working environment with the most professional tools in the industry.

If you’re looking for a toolbox to suit your profession, at a reasonable price, look no further that Ausbox! Contact us today to design your perfect tool box!