About Whitehorse Industries
Whitehorse Industries is located south-east of Melbourne, approximately 34 kilometres from the Melbourne CBD.
Established in 1947, Whitehorse Industries has been operating for 78 years and is recognised as one of the oldest and largest metal spinning companies in Australia.
Over many decades, we have continued to improve our methods, service, and delivery. The introduction of CNC spinning machines has further strengthened our capability, allowing us to provide accurate, efficient, and high-quality metal spinning services.
Our customer base now exceeds 4,000 clients and continues to grow. With more than 15 on-site spinning machines, including CNC metal spinning machines and a wide range of associated equipment, Whitehorse Industries has extensive capacity to meet a variety of customer requirements.
Whitehorse Industries currently has a team of 11 employees, with extensive experience and knowledge across metal spinning, fabrication, and associated engineering services. Metal spinning is a traditional craft that has developed into a respected and essential trade within the sheet metal industry. Today, our services are required across Australia and internationally.
The team at Whitehorse Industries looks forward to discussing your metal spinning requirements and providing experienced, reliable service.
Company History
Whitehorse Industries began in 1947 as a backyard, part-time business in Box Hill, founded by cousins Jack and Frank. The business quickly became full-time and was formally established as Whitehorse Industries Pty Ltd.
In 1953, an experienced metal spinner joined the business as a third partner. As the company grew, Whitehorse Industries began employing and training staff, while also building its own equipment as required. In 1963 and 1965, Russell and Stephen joined their fathers in the business and commenced long apprenticeships, continuing the family involvement and strengthening the company’s trade knowledge.
As the business expanded, additional factory space was required. After 35 years at the original address, Whitehorse Industries was reorganised and relocated to Bayswater in 1987. Geoff Tobias, who was the leading tradesman at the time, became the third partner in the business.
Further growth led to another move, this time to Lilydale, where Whitehorse Industries remains today. After 27 years with the business, Stephen left at the age of 43 to establish his own company, specialising in the building of metal spinning equipment.
Russell continued his long-standing involvement with Whitehorse Industries until his retirement in 2009, after more than 45 years of service. His retirement marked another important transition for the business and created the opportunity for two new partners to join the company.
Whitehorse Industries now operates from more than 15,000 square feet of factory space. The company’s machine capacity is extensive and includes CNC metal spinning machines, traditional spinning equipment, and a full range of associated machinery, supported by expanding modern engineering capabilities.
Today, Whitehorse Industries continues to be led by experienced and knowledgeable tradespeople, with Craig Winters and Adrian Gillam now serving as directors of the company following Geoff Tobias’ retirement in July 2024, after 43 years with the business.