Under the SGS Group umbrella, Gearhart United and Redback™ Drilling tools are combining to form Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing.
Gearhart United is the premier designer and manufacturer of oilfield equipment and custom manufacturing operating two state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Wingfield, South Australia, and Moomba, South Australia. Redback™ Drilling Tools is a leader in Roller Reamer technology and delivers drilling optimization solutions worldwide. The unprecedented reliability and quality of the Redback™ Roller Reamer revolutionized the industry and has been the go-to bottom-hole assembly tool for many drilling operations around the world since the late 1980s.
As part of a new strategic direction under the SGS Group umbrella, Gearhart United and Redback™ Drilling tools will be rebranded to unify into one company, Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing.
Unifying two companies under one brand
To unify the brands, the two companies are combining into one, Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing. The company has over 40 years of experience with a reputation for superior quality combined with unparalleled reliability, proving how valuable innovation and trustworthiness are within the drilling market.
The company has won significant market share in many of the key drilling operations worldwide and earned the preferred supplier status with many of the world’s leading oil companies and major drilling service companies. Its global presence provides products and services across multiple countries, service centers and agents.
Passionate about innovation
By developing specialized reaming and torque-reducing tools, Redback™ aims to push the envelope on drilling performance. Its torque reduction capabilities and resultant vibration reduction capabilities ensure products worthy of their position in BHAs, where they enhance the performance of, and add life to other critical BHA components.
Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing commits to excellence with a focus on delivering innovative solutions as shown through their strong presence globally. Redback™ collaborates with leading service companies and exploration firms to enhance drilling capabilities by offering their cutting-edge tools and a wide range of services. Their team of design engineers specialises in designing and manufacturing equipment to offer tailored solutions for any engineering project.
“Reaffirming our commitment to innovative practices, customer satisfaction, and leadership.”
Bronte Gale, General Manager for Industries, said: “This rebranding initiative is not a simple name or logo change, it's a symbol of our reaffirmed commitment to innovative practices, customer satisfaction, and leadership within our market. This rebranding mirrors our ambition to uphold our status as the industry pioneer in Roller Reamer technology, as we have since the 1980s.”
The company has a key emphasis on research and development globally to continuously invest in advanced technologies, materials, and the manufacturing process. By being at the forefront of the industry through innovation and advancements, Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing can continue to deliver superior performance and minimize downtime while maximizing productivity for our clients.
Clint Russell, Business Manager for Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing, said: “This rebranding will help focus interest on our services, tools and professional personnel that support both traditional and non-traditional energy markets while we continue to drive innovation.”
With the company continuously looking to improve and innovate, the new brand identity will help fortify the trust and confidence that customers all over the world have placed in Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing. You can count on Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing to be a trusted partner, supporting your business ventures and driving sustainable growth.
Discover more by contacting the Redback™ team today.
About Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing
Redback™ Drilling Tools and Manufacturing, Australia’s premier precision machining equipment designer and manufacturer for over 40 years. The company provides global and local expertise and a quality reputation based out of their facility in South Australia.
For further information, please contact:
Clint Russell
Business Manager - Redback™ Drilling Tools & Manufacturing
t: +61 1300 781 744
About SGS
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
