We’re genuinely committed to helping you get the very best result for each and every project.
Bayonet is the classic Kiwi can-do story – a small business that started in a garage in 1972 and gradually grew into a thriving enterprise. Fifty years on, we now manufacture from a custom-built factory in Tauranga, shipping thousands of tons of building materials to New Zealand-based and international customers every year.
While much has changed, the important things remain the same. We’re still 100% family-owned and operated, with the third generation now at the helm. Our ethos remains unchanged, with everything we do underpinned by that original can-do attitude.
With the majority of our range manufactured in-house, we manage all aspects of quality control – from the selection of raw materials to product design and manufacture, customer service, and after-sales support.
With control over the design and manufacturing process, we tailor products specifically to suit your project. Our bespoke clients use our customisation service to achieve better outcomes, save time, and reduce costs during installation. Options include customised wire spacings, roll widths, and extra-length rolls.
The Bayonet range has evolved over the years to meet the changing needs of our customers.
Rural Range: Created to withstand New Zealand’s tough conditions, our rural range centres around a wide array of wire products. This includes coiled wire and prefabricated fencing for sheep, cattle, horses, and deer, supported by fencing accessories such as staples, joiners, and tools.
Construction Range: Designed to comply with industry building codes, our construction range features a comprehensive selection of roof nettings and safety mesh, as well as bituminous and synthetic underlays for use in both roofs and walls.
Our chain link and prefabricated fences support general infrastructure and security projects across the country.
The early days
In 1972, Doug Bishop and his son Paul, built a machine that could turn out bituminous building paper for the construction industry. Naming their business Paul Industries, they began trading.
