Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Wilsonton
Vettiger Vidler Engineers has been a cornerstone of Australian engineering excellence since 1932, delivering tailored machining, manufacturing, and repair solutions to diverse industries nationwide. Our legacy of innovation began with Joe Vettiger's vision and has evolved through generations of skilled leadership, including pivotal partnerships with Alan Vidler and The Davey Group. With over 90 years of combined expertise, we specialise in precision gear manufacturing, CNC grooving, feedmill roll reconditioning, and large-capacity machining, supported by state-of-the-art equipment in our 1,200sqm workshop. Our commitment to operational efficiency ensures minimal downtime for clients in mining, agriculture, defence, and energy sectors.Backed by ISO-certified processes and a team of trade-qualified professionals, we combine traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology to meet exacting specifications. Our reputation for quality is evidenced by long-standing relationships with major Australian feedlots and industrial clients. As part of The Davey Group, we continue expanding our capabilities while maintaining the personalised service that has defined our success. This heritage positions us as trusted partners for complex engineering challenges requiring precision, durability, and rapid turnaround.
Services
Gear Manufacturing
CNC Grooving
Feedmill Roll Services
Large Capacity Machining
Precision Welding
Surface Grinding
Mill Roll Refurbishment
Custom Metal Fabrication
Industrial Repairs
Engineering Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1932
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of engineering expertise across diverse industries
- Our 1,200sqm workshop houses advanced machinery for large-capacity projects
- Specialists in feedmill roll reconditioning with nationwide service
- Committed to minimising client downtime through efficient turnaround
- Backed by The Davey Group's resources while maintaining personalised service
Services
Gear Manufacturing
We manufacture precision gears from materials including case-hardened steel, stainless steel, and exotic alloys. Our capabilities include custom heat treatment options and spline shaft production. With advanced machinery and experienced engineers, we deliver durable gear solutions for mining, agriculture, and industrial applications.
Feedmill Roll Services
Our specialists recondition, regroove, and reflute feedmill rolls for major Australian feedlots. Using CNC precision up to 610mm diameters, we offer rapid turnaround for rolls up to 710mm x 1800mm. This includes supplying new chilled cast iron rolls and spare parts for R&R brand mills.
CNC Grooving
Our state-of-the-art CNC grooving machine handles diameters up to 24 inches with advanced precision. This technology doubles processing capacity for mill rolls while maintaining exacting standards in finishing and grooving operations for industrial clients.
Large Capacity Machining
We handle large-scale machining projects with equipment supporting 6m lengths, 10-tonne weights, and 1200mm diameters. Our capabilities include horizontal boring up to 1800mm diameter base plates and planing up to 5.2m lengths for heavy industrial applications.
Precision Welding
Our skilled welders specialise in cast iron, TIG, and MIG welding for aluminium, stainless steel, and high-tensile alloys. We deliver structural repairs and fabrication projects requiring exacting quality standards across mining, defence, and industrial sectors.
People
Joe Vettiger
Founder
Established the business in 1932, laying foundations for engineering excellence that continues through successive generations of technical leadership.
Alan Vidler
Co-Founder
Partnered with Joe Vettiger in 1938 to form the enduring engineering partnership that became industry-renowned for quality and innovation.
John Smith
Project Manager
Key team member delivering complex engineering projects, combining technical expertise with client-focused project management for major industrial clients.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialise in?
We specialise in gear manufacturing, CNC grooving, feedmill roll reconditioning, large-capacity machining, precision welding, and industrial repairs for diverse sectors.
How long have you been in business?
We've delivered engineering solutions since 1932, making us one of Australia's longest-established machining and manufacturing firms.
What industries do you serve?
We support mining, agriculture, defence, energy, printing, and feedlotting industries with tailored engineering solutions.
Do you offer nationwide service?
Yes, we provide engineering services Australia-wide from our Wilsonton headquarters.
What makes your feedmill roll services unique?
We combine 90+ years of experience with advanced CNC equipment to deliver precision regrooving and reconditioning for over 50 major feedlots.
How quickly can you complete projects?
Our operational efficiency ensures rapid turnaround while maintaining strict quality standards for all engineering projects.
