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Shepparton’s own: foundry’s commitment to local manufacturing

AUSTRALIAN MADE SINCE 1864... Furphy Foundry, based in Shepparton, has grown from an agricultural implement maker to a diversified foundry and manufacturing company that specialises in Australian made products used daily by Australian communities. Pictured is managing director, Sam Furphy. Photo: Supplied

FURPHY Foundry continues to evolve into a versatile and eco-conscious manufacturing business. Their expertise lies in designing and manufacturing open space infrastructure products such as street and park furniture and other public amenities including park shelters and BBQs, restrooms and pedestrian bridges, all used daily by Australian communities.

Embedded in their DNA is an enduring commitment to manufacturing, a skillset and tradition that has enabled their growth over the years. With a diverse workforce of 50 staff, their operations include steel and stainless-steel fabrication, cast aluminium works, timber fabrication, product coatings, assembly, and packaging.

AUSTRALIAN MADE SINCE 1864… Furphy Foundry, based in Shepparton, has grown from an agricultural implement maker to a diversified foundry and manufacturing company that specialises in Australian made products used daily by Australian communities. Pictured is managing director, Sam Furphy. Photo: Supplied

While they continue to expand their in-house capabilities, Furphy Foundry remains reliant on a robust local supply chain. This network provides them with the necessary parts and components for most of their products, all manufactured right here in Shepparton.

“Strategically, we are particularly proud of the changes we have made in becoming a leading clean and green manufacturing organisation. This change was a bigger challenge

for us due to our foundry operations and multiple plants and as result we are now producing certified carbon zero rated products which our

customers highly value,” said Sam Furphy, managing director of Furphy Foundry.