About Us
Our Team
The team at Stingray Shade & Vinyl has the knowledge and experience to provide you the best shade structure and motor trimming products. Our workshop is based in Bohle and we service clients throughout Northern Queensland.
With more than 20 years of local expertise, our qualified motor trimming tradesmen excel in designing, manufacturing and installing high-quality shade products. Our staff listens to your needs and advises on the design best suited to you. We have the latest equipment available, ensuring we get the best results possible.
Customer service is our main priority. You will receive a quality service with dedicated after-sales support. We also offer repair and maintenance assistance if a severe storm has damaged your sail.
View our custom items from shade sails to motor trimming products to gain inspiration for your own project. Don't hesitate to contact us today for a quote
Our small, yet dedicated team have years of combined industry experience in crafting shade sails, motor trimming products and vehicle covers. Get in contact with us today to find out more.
Steve Herron
Steve has worked in the Motor Trimming industry in Townsville for over 30 years. In 2002, he embarked on his own business and began to trade as Stingray Shade & Vinyl. Steve has extensive knowledge in all aspects of trimming and encourages a high standard of attention to detail from all his staff.
Ed Watkins
Ed brings 30 years of qualified motor trimming experience to the Stingray Shade & Vinyl team. Although Ed is most passionate about custom retrims on old muscle cars, he is very knowledgeable in all aspects of the motor trimming industry. Ed is very skilled with intricate stitch work and is meticulous with any task, enjoying the versatility of the trade and the diverse range of work available.
Kalib Muir
Kalib is qualified in motor trimming, having finished his apprenticeship in 2022. Kalib shows well-rounded skills in the trade, has a passion for intricate machine work and boat trimming.
Chris Keys
Chris has been Motor Trimming since 1999 and has had a broad range of experiences with local Motor Trimming and Shade Sail businesses including 4 years in furniture Upholstery. Chris enjoys all aspects of the industry but has a keen interest in cars and canvas work.
Tim Borrington
Tim is an enthusiastic trade assistant who enjoys learning new skills.
Wendy Henderson
Wendy manages our office and all accounts.
Jessica Jansen
Jessica administers our front office and purchasing.
Our Machinery
At Stingray Shade & Vinyl, we have extensive equipment and machine fleet for a variety of applications. We now have the latest DURKOPP Adler Long and Short Arm sewing machines to handle jobs of all sizes. We also use a Short Arm Adler for precise trim work, a Long and Short Arm K6 for outdoor work, as well as the pride of our fleet, the Adler H887 Long Arm for large and heavy-duty work.
For stitch-free and waterproof seams on our PVC work, we use a high frequency vinyl welder.
About Us
Beat the North Queensland heat and stay protected from the elements with a custom-made shade sail. Our professional tradesmen expertly manufacture motor trimming for cars, boats and bikes as well as a range of sails. For maximum shade at a minimal cost. Call Stingray Shade & Vinyl.
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