ALL ABOUT TUFFROCK

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About TuffRock:

Volcanoes are powerful earthly formations. When they erupt, the amount of energy that is released from the volcanoes to the air is enormous which is often demonstrated by the huge damage they can cause to the surrounding areas. That is the bad news. The good news is that after the volcanoes gone, they often leave behind special soils in different areas that have high levels of energy to help life begin. 

TuffRock invented a revolutionary method to capitalize on that energy. By carefully selecting the right minerals from particular volcanic soils, combining the elements and applying a proprietary technology to enhance their molecular forces, TuffRock conceptualized a range of all natural, powerful, volcanic products for animal health.

TuffRock proceeded to capitalize on this intellectual property and it’s intimate knowledge of volcanic minerals with a view to manufacturing environmentally friendly animal health products. Several years of extensive research and technology development, product development with key industry advisors and test marketing by Steve Hurley and Roger Smith led to the Company, TuffRock Pty Limited being established with Kari Kostamo and John Broadbent in July 2002.

TuffRock’s mission is to research and develop, manufacture and market products that enhance the well being of animals by sourcing high quality volcanic minerals and processing them using its own proprietary technologies. 

TuffRock can be found next door to one   of Australia’s best wine regions, Hunter Valley NSW, 2 hours drive north from Sydney and less than 1 hour from the best thoroughbred breeding farms in the Southern Hemisphere. Its products are sold nationwide and the company is currently in the process of establishing its presence in South East Asia, Middle East, UK, Ireland, Europe and USA.

TuffRock continues to work closely with industry to develop specific applications in various regions.

TuffRock's core competence is it’s intimate knowledge of Australian volcanic minerals and how to apply them in developing world-class animal health products. The company is focusing on selected areas of veterinary markets particularly in areas where strong absorbing  and binding/locking capabilities are required. As an example, TuffRock product range includes a natural hygiene bedding additive that has excellent ammonia control and equine rotavirus binding capabilities; other products support normal bowel function, aid digestion and  feed conversion, maintain general well being or support both normal physiology and collagen generation to achieve results.

TuffRock product range is expanding rapidly. The first product introduced to the markets (in 2002/2003) was a bedding additive for the equine industry called Stable Plus. This quickly became a defacto industry standard in the stables and stallion barns on horse studs in NSW. The product replaced lime due to its  strong ammonia absorbing capability, virus and bacteria controlling action and user friendliness. Stable Plus application areas are growing around the world as more focus is given to promoting healthy environments using natural products. It can be used in chicken cages, dog kennels, cat litter, rabbit & guinea pig hutches and also on the bottom of bird cages to help protect animals as well.

In July 2004 TuffRock launched its second product for the horse industry, Foal Plus, a natural digestive aid for foals and older horses. Foal Plus is an all natural energized volcanic liquid that supports normal bowel function  during critical growth phases and is readily accepted with higher application rates during periods of gastric challenges. 500 foals over two years were involved  from thoroughbred farms all over the world during the trial phase with over 4,000 applications delivered to date. Foal Plus continues to receive excellent industry acceptance in both the Northern and Southern hemisphere. Product is available in Australia, Europe, Ireland, Japan, UAE and UK and after an extensive 12 months trial phase, product is now available in the United States from B.E.T. Labs who are based at the University of Kentucky.

Following this success, in 2005 TuffRock introduced a similar product, Calf Plus, to the cattle and calf markets, customer feedback is excellent and acceptance as standard practice amongst Australian   dairy farmers is growing at a rapid rate. Recent trial results in the USA indicate this product will have global market appeal.

In early 2006 TuffRock expanded its range with 2 new products: Firstly, a liquid feed additive for horses, Conditioner Plus to support the generation of collagen, digestive health and overall wellbeing. Secondly, TuffRock  Poultice, the world’s first energized volcanic poultice which has been described by people in racing and equestrian across three continents as the best product they have seen in their lifetime. Demand outstrips supply for this product so lead times will apply.

In late 2006 TuffRock balanced out it’s range of animal products focusing on the small animal market. Canine Conditioner (similar product to Conditioner Plus) was introduced to the racing and show dog   industry and Petit Plus (similar to Foal Plus) was specifically developed for small stomach upsets.

2008 saw the launch of Non-Medicated Poultice into the New Zealand and world-wide market, and 2009 will see the release of TuffRock Sports - the first TuffRock human product.

TuffRock now has international patent process underway to protect intellectual property, technology and product formulae.

An extremely powerful all-in-one liquid feed supplement for every-day use. Supports collagen generation, digestive health and feed conversion.

Highly recommended for all equestrian disciplines and indicated for use in world class horse preparation.

100% all natural Australian product made from energised volcanic minerals which are naturally  palatable to horses and easily complements all types of feed.

It also contains nominally 5% per serve essential earth minerals including zinc to aid joint health, performance and stamina. Conditioner Plus is all natural, contains no drugs, chemicals, antibiotics, probiotics, enzymes or heavy metals and has no with-holding period.

Ingredients:
Phosphorus 0.03%
Potassium 0.14%
Calcium 1.55%
Magnesium 0.23%
Sodium 0.60%
Sulphur 0.01%
Copper 7 ppm
Manganese 282 ppm
Iron 0.7%
Zinc 33 ppm

Dosage:
350+kg - 20ml once a day
Up to 350kg - 10ml once a day

Administer above rates twice a day to support horses in full work, under stress, injury recovery  or to help maintain normal healthy joint action.

Excellent for joint, muscle plus mucosal linings, ligament, tendon, hoof, coat, mane and tail condition. Safety net for horses on hard feed, naturally supports toxin removal. Will assist aged horses with overall well-being and digestive challenges. Helps maintain healthy joint action. Excellent for horses under stress.

20ml twice a day indicated to support:

    - horses in full work

    - horses recovering from 

      injuries

    - horses with high stress

      susceptibility

    - horses with hoof problems

    - horses with joint problems

    - older horses in need of

      dietary support

Warning:

This product supports feed conversion and may necessitate in a reduction of  total  bulk feed within 4-6 weeks depending on workloads.