Guardian's Hire Process

Find out how our Guardian hire process works so you know what to expect when hiring any of our gear!

2025 Year in Review at TransQuip & Guardian

From keeping fleets compliant, kitting out vehicles with TransQuip to delivering smarter safety solutions and protecting crews across New Zealand with Guardian... It’s been another year of doing what we do best.

Look out – it’s behind you!

“Trucks have cameras on the work decks and down the back, for manoeuvring. They’re absolutely vital because safety is what we do.”

The next-gen fire extinguisher is finally here!

Lighter, more compact, and much easier to use than hefty, old-school fire extinguishers. Fire Terminators from TransQuip are effective across the whole range of fire categories (A, B, C, D, E & F) and also, Lithium-ion batteries.

CB Civil says: With Guardian, you never have to ask for anything twice!

Johan Potgieter from the CB Civil team said the Guardian davit kits – used for safe tool transfer into manholes of two metres-plus depth, and for human fall arrest - are very easy to use.

Get Rewarded This Summer with Guardian & TransQuip!

In December 2025 & January 2026, you’ll receive a FREE $20 Woolworths voucher for every $750+gst you spend per invoice.

New Mudflaps Catalogue Now Live — Explore NZ’s Largest Range

Our updated Mudflaps Catalogue is now live, giving you a fast, practical overview of the toughest mudflap options available in New Zealand.

Back on deck from 12 January with stock ready to move and support you can count on.

Happy New Year — We’re Back on Board for 2026!

TransQuip flip signs - handling the elements for transporters around New Zealand

Discover what some of our customers think about our stainless steel, 17-page, customisable signs!

Rooney Pipelines - Civil - Infrastructure Partnership with Guardian Civil

Practical insights from Michael Rooney of Rooney Pipelines Civil Infrastructure on managing civil infrastructure projects — from challenges and problem-solving to the best shield for the job.

Answering All Your Questions About Our Grave Shoring

In this blog, we go over everything you need to know about grave shoring — what it is, how it works, and why it matters.

OTEL Says Our Service Level Is "Consistently high!"

OTEL Says Our Service Level Is "Consistently high!" See what else they have to say about our service and products!

Mudflaps for Koromiko, the company behind (and underneath) great trucks

In this case study we see what Managing Director Derek Haywood from Koromiko Engineering a 41-year industry veteran has to say about our Mudflaps!

Gear Sorted: Our Vehicle Toolbox Catalogue

Inside, you’ll find everything you need to fit out utes, trucks, and service vehicles with hard-working, site-ready storage.

Different Ways To Make Trenches Safe!

In this blog, we explore the different methods contractors can use to make trenches safer, from traditional sloping and benching through to modern shielding and shoring systems.

What affects the cost of hiring a shield?

In this blog, we give an honest look into what affects the cost of hiring a trench shield so you can easily calculate the cost with all cost-affecting factors included!

Modular Boxes vs Trench Shields: Which is Right for Your Job Site?

In this blog, we compare our modular boxes with our trench shields, in terms of weight, setup, best use situations, transport, flexibility, cost and strength.

Switch to TransQuip and Guardian as your supplier

Switch to TransQuip and Guardian for reliable safety gear and vehicle fit-out products. From trench shields to commercial fleet accessories, we deliver fast, nationwide. Trusted by civil contractors, workshop managers, and trucking companies across New Zealand for quality, service, and unbeatable support.

Trench Safety. Sorted. With Guardian’s NEW Hire Catalogue!

Get trench safety sorted fast with Guardian’s 2025 Trench & Site Catalogue. Smart gear, fast delivery, full compliance — built for civil projects under pressure.

On Site. In the Community. With Heart.

How Guardian & TransQuip back safety beyond the job site and workshop with charity RRT.

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