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Important Update on Rondo’s Anti-Dumping Campaign

Update: November 15, 2024

Rondo’s 15-month investigation into imported steel exposed claims from some suppliers promoting their products as ‘equivalent’ or ‘the same as’ Rondo. Rigorous testing in an independent laboratory has proven otherwise.

Rondo’s findings show significant differences in base metal thickness, zinc coating, structural shape, and manufacturing tolerances—key elements Rondo engineers rely on in their calculations to achieve NCC compliance and meet recommendations in Australian Standards.

These differences highlight that the imported products tested are therefore not equivalent and should not be used where Rondo has been specified.

In Series 3 of the investigation, Rondo has provided a guide to assessing and verifying the compliance, quality, and durability of steel components by providing the questions to ask and key factors to look for — ensuring your walls and ceilings are built with high-quality, compliant and durable steel components.

Access the guide now.

 

September 14, 2024

Rondo, a leading manufacturer and supplier of light gauge rolled-formed steel products and systems for the construction industry in Australia and New Zealand, has taken significant action to address concerns about unfair market practices.

The company has recently announced in a letter that they are actively engaging with the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission regarding an investigation into the potential dumping and subsidisation of specific steel products from China into the Australian market.

The investigation focuses on ceiling steel framing members and steel corner beads and angles components, which are integral to construction projects.

According to Rondo, Chinese suppliers are allegedly selling these products at prices below what would be expected in an open and competitive market.

This practice, known as dumping, can severely disrupt domestic industries by undercutting local manufacturers and making it challenging for them to compete.

Rondo’s decision to lodge this action stems from feedback received from their customers, who have expressed growing concerns about the pricing of these imported components.

These concerns highlight the broader impact that dumping can have on the industry, affecting not only manufacturers but also builders and developers who rely on consistent and fair pricing for their materials.

For those interested in learning more, Rondo’s application and further details about the investigation are publicly available on the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission’s website here and here.

This move by Rondo underscores the importance of fair trade practices in maintaining a robust and competitive construction industry in Australia.

It also serves as a reminder of the critical role that regulatory bodies like the Australian Anti-Dumping Commission play in protecting domestic industries from unfair international competition.

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