Redfoot Levelling is a leading provider of vehicle levelling systems across the RV, automotive, OEM and aftermarket sectors.
Its turnkey systems are used across a wide range of vehicle applications, including recreational vehicles, medical vehicles and equipment operating in demanding mining environments.
With every vehicle presenting different chassis layouts, mounting positions and operating requirements, Redfoot needs to continually adapt its systems. Motus Hydraulics provides the hydraulic components, technical knowledge and responsive support required to help make that possible.
Vehicle manufacturers regularly change the way their vehicles are designed and constructed.
Mounting locations, available space and structural requirements can vary between vehicle models, meaning a standard levelling system cannot always be installed without modification.
Redfoot develops its own intellectual property and designs customised bracketry and installation solutions in-house. To support this approach, the company needed a hydraulic supplier that could work collaboratively with its team rather than simply provide standard, off-the-shelf components.
The hydraulic system is a critical part of every Redfoot levelling solution. Its cylinders, hoses and fittings must operate reliably and consistently while meeting the demands of each application.
Redfoot first approached Motus Hydraulics more than six years ago with a requirement for a specialised hydraulic product.
The project required significant design input from both businesses. The Motus design team worked alongside Redfoot to develop a solution suited to the application and the demanding conditions in which it would operate.
That initial project developed into an ongoing supply and technical partnership.
Motus now supplies the hydraulic cylinders, hoses, fittings and associated components used to complete Redfoot’s vehicle levelling systems.
Rather than relying solely on overseas input or standard product configurations, the teams can work directly together to review requirements, solve installation challenges and refine components where necessary.
Being onsite allows the Motus team to better understand how its components are being installed and used within Redfoot’s complete systems.
Motus representatives recently visited Redfoot’s Queensland operation to review and test hose and fitting solutions in the production environment.
The visit brought together technical, sales and hose and fittings specialists to inspect the installation, confirm that each component was performing as required and identify any opportunities for improvement.
This practical, hands-on approach helps both businesses respond quickly when new vehicle designs or application requirements arise.
Redfoot relies on its suppliers to provide consistent product quality while also being able to respond to changing customer and vehicle requirements.
Motus supports Redfoot through:
The relationship is strengthened by the fact that Redfoot and Motus are both family-owned businesses with similar values.
Open communication, honest advice and a willingness to work through challenges together have helped create a long-term partnership rather than a traditional supplier relationship.
Redfoot Levelling has established itself as an industry leader in Australia and New Zealand, with a long-term vision to expand its solutions into further international markets.
As its systems move into new vehicles, industries and regions, the ability to continually innovate will remain essential.
Motus Hydraulics will continue supporting that growth with reliable hydraulic components, practical engineering input and service from people who understand the application.
From individual components through to customised hydraulic systems, Motus works alongside OEMs and equipment manufacturers to develop reliable solutions for demanding applications.
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