Crusader Caravans has received the Lean Transformation of the Year for Victoria at the 2024 TXM Lean Solutions Awards, acknowledging the company’s efforts in enhancing manufacturing practices through continuous improvement.
The awards, introduced by TXM Lean Solutions to mark two decades of global operational excellence, celebrate businesses and individuals from various industries who have successfully implemented lean manufacturing principles to drive growth and efficiency.
Crusader Caravans Founder and CEO Serge Valentino said the recognition highlights the company’s efforts to streamline operations.
“This award reflects our commitment to continuous improvement and delivering the best possible caravans to our customers,” Valentino said.
The Melbourne-based manufacturer has applied lean principles across its operations to enhance efficiency and product quality, enabling the business to scale up production while maintaining its emphasis on craftsmanship.
“Adopting lean principles to streamline our business, improve efficiency and enhance quality with our existing workforce has been infinitely beneficial,” Valentino said.
“These principles have not only increased our output but have also enhanced the consistency and durability of every caravan we produce.”
“We’ve increased our production capacity while maintaining the highest quality standards, ensuring faster delivery times and an even better product,” he added.
“This allows us to meet growing demand without compromising the craftsmanship our customers expect.”
The TXM Lean Solutions Awards attracted a wide range of entrants from across industries such as metal and plastics manufacturing, furniture and household goods, building and construction, and food production.
This latest recognition follows Crusader Caravans’ recent success at the 2024 Caravan Industry Victoria (CIV) Awards, where it received the Award for Excellence in Caravan and RV Manufacturing.
The CIV honour is considered the Australian caravan industry’s highest accolade for design, quality, innovation and customer service. Crusader previously won the award in 2019 and 2021.
More information about Crusader Caravans’ manufacturing approach and testing processes can be found at crusadercaravans.com.au.
