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How Pontoon Manufacturers Can Benefit from
Installing Safety Stairs & Offering Back-End Products
As Australia moves towards implementing new safety regulations requiring the installation of pontoon stairs & regular compliance checks, pontoon manufacturers are in an excellent position to capitalize on this emerging market.
With the introduction of these safety standards, manufacturers can generate new revenue streams, strengthen customer relationships, & enhance your reputation for safety & innovation.
In addition to the required installation & maintenance of pontoon stairs, Pontoon Stairs International offers a variety of back-end safety products that manufacturers can supply to their customers.
These add-ons, which include life rings, lighting, and emergency devices, provide additional income opportunities while helping to improve the overall safety and functionality of pontoon structures.
Positioning your business as Safety & Solutions Leaders
As safety becomes a top priority in marine environments, manufacturers who offer
compliant & innovative solutions will be seen as leaders in the industry.
The new Australian Standard mandates that pontoons in man-made water environments, such as marinas and canals, be fitted with stairs to help prevent drownings & provide safe water exits in emergencies.
By offering certified installation services for these safety stairs & stocking
complementary safety products, manufacturers will not only be seen as safety-
focused but also as complete solutions providers.
These back-end products provided by Pontoon Stairs International—such as life rings, emergency distress buttons, first aid kits, and ‘Shoo Shark’ devices—further enhance the safety & functionality of the pontoons, setting manufacturers apart from competitors.
Creating New Revenue Streams with Add-Ons & Maintenance Services
The proposed Australian Standard requires pontoon owners to install safety stairs
and conduct regular compliance checks. Since only the pontoon manufacturer can
install the stairs to ensure structural integrity, manufacturers hold a unique market
advantage. This not only opens up a significant revenue stream through installation
services but also through ongoing maintenance contracts.
Beyond the stairs, Pontoon Stairs International offers a range of back-end safety
products that can be sold to pontoon owners, creating additional revenue
opportunities.
These products include:
- Life rings: Essential for water rescues, life rings provide a fast and effective way to help someone in distress.
- ‘Shoo Shark’ devices: Innovative safety tools that use electric signals to repel sharks, offering added protection in marine environments.
- Lighting systems: Waterproof lights that can be integrated into the pontoon or stairs, increasing visibility and safety at night.
- Emergency distress buttons: Mounted on the stairs, these buttons can be pressed to alert authorities or bystanders during an emergency.
- First aid kits: Ready-to-use kits to provide immediate assistance in the event of minor injuries or accidents.
Manufacturers can hold these products as stock or order on-line, offering them as part of an expanded service package to customers. This diversification not only improves the safety features available to pontoon owners but also provides new income streams for manufacturers,
beyond the sale & installation of the pontoons themselves.
Strengthening Customer Relationships & Loyalty
Offering comprehensive solutions—such as the installation of safety stairs,
maintenance services, & a range of back-end safety products—enables
manufacturers to maintain ongoing relationships with their clients.
By offering annual or bi-annual compliance checks, manufacturers have consistent touchpoints with their customers, ensuring long-term relationships that can lead to repeat business.
These additional products also make manufacturers the go-to resource for pontoon
owners, who will appreciate having all their safety needs met in one place.
Over time, this fosters loyalty and increases the likelihood that pontoon owners will return to the manufacturer for upgrades, repairs, or additional products & services.
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