Voltora Starts the Conversation

Here at Voltora Industries, we pride ourselves on raising awareness for important causes. This year, you may have seen our support for Shave for a Cure, Vinnie’s CEO Sleepout, and TradeMutt, as Tory and the team lead the charge in promoting mental health within the trade industry.

Now we are supporting TradeMutt’s cause in getting the conversation started around mental health within the trade services industry by wearing their vibrantly designed shirts weekly on a Wednesday.  

What is TradeMutt? 

TradeMutt, an Australian workwear brand, was founded by two tradies who were deeply impacted by the tragic suicide of a close friend. This loss drove them to create a brand that would not only stand out for its bold and vibrant designs but also serve as a vehicle for a much-needed conversation about mental health in the workplace. The loud, eye-catching workwear is designed to help workers feel good and confident while on the job, but its purpose goes beyond fashion. TradeMutt’s mission is to break the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly for men, who often find it challenging to speak up about their struggles.

Through these brightly colored shirts, the brand aims to create an environment where mental health discussions are normalized and encouraged. It provides a simple yet powerful way for workers to feel comfortable approaching sensitive topics, knowing they are not alone. The goal is to empower men to start conversations, share their experiences, and ultimately seek the support they need, whether it’s from a colleague, a professional, or their own network. By wearing TradeMutt workwear, workers aren’t just making a fashion statement—they’re helping to create a workplace culture that prioritizes mental well-being and fosters an open, supportive community.

TradeMutt funds the non-for-profit mental health support service of TIACS.org (This Is a Conversation Starter) – a free service provided to anyone doing it tough.  

You can find out more about TradeMutt and its cause in raising awareness and support for men’s mental health at trademutt.com or tiacs.org  

Why we started the conversation? 

According to BeyondBlue, 9 Australians will take their own life every day – 7 of these being men. This is an alarming statistic and highlights how serious the issue is around men’s mental health. This is why at Voltora Industries we decided to “start the conversation”. Working in a male dominant industry, this is a major concern and therefore we want to support in any way we can. 

From a workplace health and safety view, we want to make sure our staff and others know that we provide a safe environment, including when it comes to mental health. We are promoting that support is available, whether it’s through talking with someone at work, at home or reaching out to places like TIACS.org.   

We also pride ourselves on fostering a positive and supportive work culture. By wearing TradeMutt shirts every Wednesday, we not only add a fun and vibrant touch to the mid-week but also serve as a constant reminder to our team and others that we are passionate advocates for mental health. These shirts help spark conversations, break down stigma, and show that mental health is a priority. We believe that everyone, no matter the circumstances, deserves access to the help and support they need, and through this initiative, we aim to make a difference both in our workplace and in the wider community.

Why Wednesday? 

We want to make sure that the conversation continues and we’ve seen other businesses out there choose Friday as their day to wear the TradeMutt gear as their uniform – so why Wednesday? We thought by being different and choosing mid-week we would make a bigger impact to keep the conversation going. It’s also the day where we have all our staff, full and part time, onboard – so everyone is getting behind the cause!  

We hope that being part of raising awareness and helping funds go to TIACS, will help our fellow colleagues in the industry and help to eventually change this statistic.