What Mentis does

Mentis is an Australian steel fabrication firm that designs and manufactures engineered grating, handrail, barrier and access systems for industrial, mining, civil infrastructure and architectural applications. The company was founded in 1950 and operates as part of the international Mentis Group, with Australian manufacturing facilities in Perth (Bibra Lake, WA) and Brisbane (Pinkenba and Murarrie, QLD) and regional sales offices across Queensland, Western Australia, Victoria and New South Wales. Mentis Australia was built through three acquisitions — R&R Engineering in 2012, Rhino Grating in 2016 and Macrack in 2024 — and these were consolidated under a unified Mentis Australia brand between 2020 and 2021 alongside the establishment of Mentis International.

The product portfolio spans two system architectures: fully welded systems led by InterLink balltube guardrail, and modular systems under the ModuLink platform (IndustriGuard, AssistGuard, UrbanGuard and CycleGuard). Industrial grating products include GripWeld forge-welded steel, RectaGrid pressure-locked grating, PolyGrid FRP and SureSpan roll-formed planks. The Dejo architectural grating range extends the portfolio into facades, ceilings and decorative public-space applications. Manufacturing processes are rooted in forge-welding, pressure-locking and roll-forming across mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium and FRP inputs, with annual processing capacity of more than 30,000 tonnes of steel. Products are independently tested and certified to AS 1657, AS 1428.1, AS 5100, AS/NZS 1170, AS/NZS 4680, AS/NZS 1554 and ISO 9001/14001/45001.

Mentis generates revenue primarily through direct hardware sales of fabricated grating and handrail systems, supplemented by in-house technical and design services supporting early contractor engagement (ECI). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales targeting mining and resources, oil and gas, civil infrastructure and transport, industrial and commercial construction, and energy and utilities. Named customers are dominated by Australian iron ore, lithium, nickel and gold mining operations, including Port Walcott, Iron Ore Pilbara, Iron Ore Port Hedland, Iron Ore Newman, Iron Ore Dampier, Gold Mine Boddington and Rare Earths Eneabba, with healthcare and civic projects such as Perth Children's Hospital also referenced. Distribution is direct, with no reseller channel identified, and the company benefits from group-level supply chain integration across South Africa, Australia, China and the Middle East.

Name

Mentis

Legal name

Mentis

Website

https://mentis.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mentis designs and manufactures engineered steel grating, handrail, barrier and access systems for Australian mining, oil and gas, civil infrastructure, industrial construction and architectural projects, distributing through direct enterprise sales with manufacturing in Perth and Brisbane.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Engineered Steel Grating and Handrail Systems

SIC

Fabricated Structural Metal Products (3440), Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Steel Grating, Catwalks & Safety Platforms (IMADACAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

FRP/GRP & Composite Materials (Resins, Fibers, Core Materials) (IMAJAKAC)

Keywords

• Industrial grating systems
• Handrail guardrail systems
• Steel fabrication products
• Architectural grating solutions
• FRP composite grating

Headquarters

HQ city

Perth

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Industrial Grating Systems: Sale of engineered grating products including GripWeld™ forge-welded grating, RectaGrid™ pressure-locked grating, PolyGrid™ FRP grating, and SureSpan™ planked flooring. Products sold directly to mining, industrial, and infrastructure projects.
2. Handrail and Guardrail Systems: Sale of InterLink™ welded handrail systems and ModuLink™ modular handrail systems (IndustriGuard™, AssistGuard™, UrbanGuard™, CycleGuard™) to industrial, commercial, and civil infrastructure projects.
3. Architectural Grating Products: Sale of Dejo™ architectural grating range including Wood-Inlay, ArtDeck EPDM-filled, Carton/Ceiling Grids, Louvre Gratings, Façade Gratings, and Press-Locked Gratings for architectural and public space applications.
4. Technical and Design Services: In-house technical and drafting teams support early design stages with CAD models, drawings, and load data. Technical assistance through documentation, layout optimisation, and installation guidance provided throughout projects.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Mentis designs, manufactures, and supplies engineered steel grating, handrail, guardrail, and access systems for industrial, mining, infrastructure, and architectural projects in Australia. Products are produced from mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, and FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer) using forge-welding, pressure-locking, and roll-forming processes. The company sells directly to enterprise customers through regional sales offices and provides in-house technical, drafting, and installation support across the project lifecycle.

Product overview

Mentis designs and manufactures engineered grating, handrail, and access systems. The core product portfolio includes two primary system types: welded systems (InterLink™ balltube guardrail) and modular systems (ModuLink™ platform). ModuLink™ unifies four system families: IndustriGuard™ (industrial guardrailing to AS 1657), AssistGuard™ (accessibility handrails to AS 1428.1), UrbanGuard™ (shared path barriers to AS 5100/Austroads), and CycleGuard™ (cycleway barriers). Industrial grating products include GripWeld™ (forge-welded steel), RectaGrid™ (pressure-locked architectural), PolyGrid™ (FRP composite), and SureSpan™ (roll-formed planks). The Dejo™ architectural sub-brand offers premium European grating solutions including Wood-Inlay (DVR), ArtDeck® EPDM-Filled (DPA), Carton/Ceiling Grids (DPF), Louvre Gratings (DPL), Façade Gratings (DFG), and Press-Locked Gratings (DPG). HeelGuard™ provides pedestrian-friendly heel-safe grating. Products are available in mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, FRP, and various protective coatings, all engineered for Australian standards compliance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• InterLink: Fully welded balltube guardrail and handrail system for mining, industrial plants, ports, water infrastructure and heavy civil environments.
• ModuLink
• IndustriGuard
• AssistGuard
• UrbanGuard
• CycleGuard
• GripWeld
• RectaGrid
• PolyGrid
• SureSpan
• Dejo
• HeelGuard

Products and services

• InterLink™ Welded Guardrail System Fully welded balltube guardrail and handrail system engineered for demanding conditions in mining, industrial plants, ports, water infrastructure, and heavy civil environments. Designed and manufactured to AS 1657:2018, AS/NZS 1170.1, AS/NZS 1554, and AS/NZS 4680.
• ModuLink™ Modular Handrail Platform Fully integrated modular handrail and guardrail platform unifying every system, fitting, and connection into one engineered platform with predictable geometry, reliable spans, and certified load performance. Includes IndustriGuard™, AssistGuard™, UrbanGuard™, and CycleGuard™ system families.
• GripWeld™ Industrial Grating High-strength forge-welded industrial steel grating made by forge-welding twisted square crossbars to flat load bars. Available in serrated or plain top bars in mild steel, aluminium, or stainless steel for platforms, stair treads, access walkways, and heavy industrial flooring.
• RectaGrid™ Pressure-Locked Grating Architectural pressure-locked grating providing clean appearance with uniform load bar spacing and flush edges. Available in aluminium, stainless steel, and 3CR12 for use in public zones, building façades, sunshades, and non-industrial walkways with galvanised, powder-coated, or painted finishes.
• PolyGrid™ FRP Grating Corrosion-resistant and non-conductive FRP (Fibreglass Reinforced Polymer) moulded grating suitable for chemical plants, water treatment, offshore platforms, and electrical environments. Available in multiple mesh sizes with gritted, concave, or smooth surfaces and various colour options.
• SureSpan™ Walkway Planks Roll-formed walkway plank system built from factory-pressed perforated steel or aluminium with anti-slip performance and modular compatibility. Available in five surface types (Plain, Serrated, Slotted, Slotted Dimpled, and Traction Profile) for industrial, commercial, and elevated environments.
• HeelGuard™ Pedestrian Grating Pedestrian-friendly heel-safe grating engineered for public and architectural spaces with tight bar spacing delivering safe, uniform surface while preserving transparency and architectural consistency. Available in hot-dip galvanised steel, aluminium, stainless steel, and FRP.
• Dejo™ Architectural Grating Range European architectural grating range bringing precision geometry, clean lines, and finish quality for premium commercial and civic environments. Includes Wood-Inlay, ArtDeck® EPDM-Filled, Carton/Ceiling Grids, Louvre Gratings, Façade Gratings, and Press-Locked Gratings.
• Technical and Design Services In-house technical and drafting teams provide CAD models, drawings, and load data to support early design stages with documentation, layout optimisation, and installation guidance provided throughout projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 30,000 tonnes of steel processed annually into grating and access solutions
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature11 records

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Weldlok: Australian manufacturer of steel grating, stair treads and handrail products. Comparable in product mix (grating, handrails, access systems) and in customer focus on industrial, civil and resource-sector projects in Australia.
• Moddex: Australian manufacturer of modular handrail and balustrade systems. Explicitly named by Mentis as a direct competitor for modular handrails, with overlapping AS 1657 / NCC-compliant product lines targeting industrial, commercial and infrastructure customers.
• Webforge: Long-standing Australian manufacturer of steel grating, handrail and access systems. Explicitly cited by Mentis as a direct competitor for handrails and grating, serving mining, industrial and infrastructure customers across Australia and the broader region.
• Marco Specialty Steel: Manufacturer of steel grating, stair treads and handrail products. Directly comparable on grating and access system offerings serving industrial, commercial and infrastructure customers, including FRP composite products that overlap with Mentis' PolyGrid range.
• Fisher & Ludlow: Australian grating and structural metal products manufacturer. Comparable in core offering of steel grating and access systems, serving industrial, infrastructure and architectural customers with similar fabricated metal product lines.

Regional players

• Lionweld Kennedy: UK-based manufacturer of steel grating and access systems. Highly comparable product portfolio (forge-welded and pressure-locked grating, handrails, stair treads), serving industrial and infrastructure customers primarily in the UK and Europe rather than directly in Australia.
• Meiser: German manufacturer of steel and aluminium grating, including architectural grating ranges comparable to Mentis' Dejo sub-brand. Comparable in technical product offering but primarily serves European markets rather than competing directly in Australia.

Broad incumbents

• AMICO (Alabama Metal Industries): Large US-based manufacturer of metal grating, expanded metal and access products. Comparable in engineered steel grating and handrail offerings, but operates at significantly larger scale across broader geographies than Mentis Australia.
• Nepean Building & Infrastructure: Diversified Australian industrial manufacturer with metal products, grating, access and engineered infrastructure solutions. A broader incumbent that overlaps with Mentis on grating and access products but operates across a wider portfolio including building products and mining equipment.

Emerging players

• Safe-T-First / Safety Rail Company: Specialist provider of modular guardrail, handrail and fall-protection systems. Comparable in modular safety barrier offering and target use cases (elevated walkways, platforms, fall prevention), though primarily serves North American commercial and industrial customers.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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