As the market leader in design and supply of Pantographs we are able to offer our customers extended life cycles and reduced maintenance costs. From initial concept through design and build, Austbreck’s professional team are trained to provide knowledgeable and highly professional personable assistance regarding the ultimate performing pantograph for your application.

We offer high-technology manufacturing facilities, using the latest tooling and diagnostic equipment, with skilled technicians guaranteeing exceptional quality of workmanship. Genuine manufacturer parts can be purchased directly from our customer service departments. The latest in world class technology is at our fingertips through our expansive group network.

Austbreck Pantographs are precision engineered for Australian conditions which optimise current collection and performance by:

  • Providing higher traction efficiency
  • Minimising head mass
  • Aerodynamic design for maximum efficiency
  • Reduced maintenance with through life support
  • Maximising life of contact wire and carbon collector by on hand experience monitoring
  • Minimising interference to signaling and communications equipment

Our major customers include:

  • Alstom
  • Bombardier Transport
  • Downer EDi Rail
  • Hyundai Rotem South Korea
  • John Holland Group
  • KiwiRail New Zealand
  • Laing O’Rourke
  • Metro Trains Melbourne
  • PTA of Western Australia
  • Queensland Rail
  • RailCorp NSW
  • Trans Adelaide
  • UGL Rail
  • Yarra Trams

Tailored specifications and options include:

  • Customised manual override system for pneumatic and electric actuators
  • Electric or pneumatic actuation
  • 3 or 4 point mounting
  • Auto drop devices and inertial OHLE fault detectors
  • Premium carbon contact strips
  • Mounting and air feed insulators
  • Aerodynamic trimming capability
  • Interchangeable solutions to match existing units ranging from 600V DC to 25kV AC applications. We have your requirements covered!