Introducing Brelko — Our Exclusive Australasia Partnership

A new strategic alliance between Equipment Placement and Brelko® marks a significant milestone for conveyor belt technology across Australasia.

We are proud to announce the signing of an exclusive Australasia Distribution Agreement between Equipment Placement and Brelko Conveyor Products (Pty) Ltd. This is more than a commercial arrangement — it is a strategic alliance grounded in shared values, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Over the past week, Billy Isbrediputra and Pieter Van Heerden had the privilege of visiting Brelko's operations in South Africa, gaining first-hand insight into the business behind the brand. From the moment they arrived, the experience reflected Brelko's people-first culture — welcomed by Mr Kenny Padayachee, Craig Abbey, and the wider team, it was immediately clear that this is a company built on strong relationships, loyalty, and long-term thinking.

This ethos was further reinforced by the remarkable tenure of the Brelko workforce — with many team members contributing 10, 20, and even 30+ years of service. Their investment in people is evident across every part of the operation, from the pride in workmanship on the factory floor to the depth of technical expertise across each product line.

Over the past week, Billy Isbrediputra and Pieter Van Heerden had the privilege of visiting Brelko's operations in South Africa, gaining first-hand insight into the business behind the brand. From the moment they arrived, the experience reflected Brelko's people-first culture — welcomed by Mr Kenny Padayachee, Craig Abbey, and the wider team, it was immediately clear that this is a company built on strong relationships, loyalty, and long-term thinking. This ethos was further reinforced by the remarkable tenure of the Brelko workforce — with many team members contributing 10, 20, and even 30+ years of service. Their investment in people is evident across every part of the operation, from the pride in workmanship on the factory floor to the depth of technical expertise across each product line.

Billy spent several days working alongside supervisors across multiple assembly lines, gaining hands-on experience with Brelko's full product range. The level of professionalism, product knowledge, and collaboration across teams was outstanding — and speaks directly to the strength of this partnership.

A visit to Eskom Power Station further demonstrated Brelko's capability in action, with full conveyor system solutions performing strongly in a live operating environment — reinforcing the quality and reliability of their engineering where it matters most.

Beyond the technical exposure, the hospitality extended to Billy and Pieter was exceptional — from executive dinners including their partners, to a memorable safari experience to conclude the visit. The team was made to feel genuinely valued, a direct reflection of the culture that defines Brelko at every level.

We look forward to driving Brelko's growth across Australasia and are proud to represent a company whose culture is as strong as its products. If you would like to learn more about Brelko's conveyor belt cleaning and spillage control solutions, or discuss how they can be applied to your operation, please get in touch with our team.