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Not all canopies are created equal.

Choose the ONLY Australian-made, crash-tested canopy.

Before you spend thousands on a canopy or service body, ask the questions that matter, because when it comes to your safety, tools, and vehicle, not all canopies are created equal. Question the following: Can you visit their factory? Have they invited you to see where your canopy is made? Gitsham builds everything in-house at our South Australian facility. Not imported, not outsourced. If a supplier can’t show you their factory, it’s worth asking why Is it made in Australia or just part assembled here? Many “Australian” canopies are actually imported flat packed and then installed here straight out of a shipping container and then bolted together. Gitsham is Australian made from scratch, controlling every step from raw aluminium to finished product. Is it crash tested and certified? Most canopies aren’t tested at all. Ours are. We’ve invested in real crash testing to define the safety standard for canopies and to protect the people who use them. Gitsham is “The only Australian made & crash tested canopy on the market’ chassis mounting system proven to protect you, your vehicle, and your equipment in real world impact conditions. Is it chassis mounted or just sitting on a tray? Many canopies are just toolboxes sitting on trays, held down with a few bolts.  It’s heavier, higher, less stable, and dangerous in a collision. Gitsham canopies are chassis mounted using our crash tested, vehicle specific mounting kits for superior safety and handling. The canopy can also be transferred to your next vehicle, saving you money and extending its lifespan. Flush Lip Doorways allow seamless access to stow away and access you goods and tools, no raise lips in the way or wasted space occupied by plinths for slide and drawers. What’s it made from? Look beneath the surface. Is it marine grade aluminium or cheaper material?  Gitsham uses marine grade, structural aluminium, lightweight, corrosion resistant, and built to withstand harsh Australian conditions. How is it finished? Is the raw material Pre treated using environmental conscious RoHS & REACH compliant pre treatment process? Gitsham is Many competitors use wet spray paint, often skipping the inside altogether of just a basic thin coat. Gitsham pre treats every aluminium component before powder coating, coating inside and out for long lasting corrosion protection and colour consistency. Are key features standard or expensive add ons? Central locking, internal lighting, Door Ajar Alarm, and rubber mats. At Gitsham, these are standard inclusions, not upsells. Your vehicle comes with these as standard, so should your Canopy. Who trusts them? Are they used by industry professionals or just weekend DIY installers? Gitsham canopies are trusted by Emergency Services, Government fleets, councils, Defence and national companies and trade who demand proven safety and reliability. Have they invited you to see where your canopy is made? Gitsham builds everything in-house at our South Australian facility. Not imported, not outsourced. If a supplier can’t show you their factory, it’s worth asking why Many “Australian” canopies are actually imported flat packed and then installed here straight out of a shipping container and then bolted together. Gitsham is Australian made from scratch, controlling every step from raw aluminium to finished product. Most canopies aren’t tested at all. Ours are. We’ve invested in real crash testing to define the safety standard for canopies and to protect the people who use them. Gitsham is “The only Australian made & crash tested canopy on the market’ chassis mounting system proven to protect you, your vehicle, and your equipment in real world impact conditions. Many canopies are just toolboxes sitting on trays, held down with a few bolts.  It’s heavier, higher, less stable, and dangerous in a collision. Gitsham canopies are chassis mounted using our crash tested, vehicle specific mounting kits for superior safety and handling. The canopy can also be transferred to your next vehicle, saving you money and extending its lifespan. Flush Lip Doorways allow seamless access to stow away and access you goods and tools, no raise lips in the way or wasted space occupied by plinths for slide and drawers. Look beneath the surface. Is it marine grade aluminium or cheaper material?  Gitsham uses marine grade, structural aluminium, lightweight, corrosion resistant, and built to withstand harsh Australian conditions. Is the raw material Pre treated using environmental conscious RoHS & REACH compliant pre treatment process? Gitsham is Many competitors use wet spray paint, often skipping the inside altogether of just a basic thin coat. Gitsham pre treats every aluminium component before powder coating, coating inside and out for long lasting corrosion protection and colour consistency. Central locking, internal lighting, Door Ajar Alarm, and rubber mats. At Gitsham, these are standard inclusions, not upsells. Your vehicle comes with these as standard, so should your Canopy. Are they used by industry professionals or just weekend DIY installers? Gitsham canopies are trusted by Emergency Services, Government fleets, councils, Defence and national companies and trade who demand proven safety and reliability. Don’t Just Buy a Canopy – Ask the Right Questions Because if it’s not: Australian-made Crash tested Chassis mounted Fully built in-house Powder-coated inside and out …it’s not a Gitsham. Request A Quote Contact Form Demo Subscribe First NameLast NameEmailPhone/MobileYour MessageMake an Enquiry